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Take It From Us
A space where creative entrepreneurs learn to lean into their passions and create a thriving business that impacts in a big way. Hosted by Dawn Charles and Emily Magers, two photographers turned educators here to help you cultivate your dream career. We’ll share our mistakes and successes, both professionally and personally, so that you can rise where we fell, find inspiration within our wins, and fast track to your brightest future.
Episodes
81 episodes
S2:81: Our Final Farewell
Well, friends, it has been quite the journey. It is with a heavy heart that we bring to you one last Take It From Us episode from Dawn & Emily. This episode really covers it all. They recap why they originally started the podcast to it’s bi...
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S2:80 Finding Passive Income through Stock Images with Aubrey Westlund
Did you know you can make money by selling stock images?This is a route of photography and income we’ve never talked about on the show, and we’re so excited for you to listen! Aubrey Westlund, stock photographer and passive income expert...
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S2:79 Embracing Authenticity with Rocio Rivera
Everyone welcome Rocio to the podcast this week! Amidst the sometimes competitive photography industry, Rocio is a breath of fresh air in today’s conversation. Rocio brings a positive and authentic outlook on life and work that can bring us all...
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S2:78 Judgement Free Finance with LoriAnn Kuntz
Calling all business owners! You shouldn’t be afraid of your finances & LoriAnn Kuntz is here to show you why! LoriAnn joins Emily on the podcast this week to chat about managing money as a creative entrepreneur. She breaks down tax season,...
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S2:77 All Things Weddings (the good, bad, and especially ugly) with Viby Creative
Meet Daniel and Shelby, the photography and videography duo known as Viby Creative! Daniel and Shelby are close friends of ours, and today on the podcast we’re talking about the good and the bad in the wedding industry, including some of our ow...
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Episode 77
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S2:76 Blogging + SEO with Danielle Johnson
Danielle Johnson is a 22-year-old SEO and blogging guru who is wise beyond her years! She joins us on the podcast this week to take us through her college dropout journey & how she is pursuing her business full time. She gives us some great...
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S2:75 Vulnerability on the Internet
Today’s episode is on a subject we know we’ve all struggled with from time to time… vulnerability! Dawn and Emily dive deep into what vulnerability means to them and how they’ve struggled being real on the internet as creators. If you’ve ever s...
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S2:74 Photography Chats with Cassidy Lynne
From photography to Tik Tok to podcasting this week’s guest has done it ALL! Cassidy Lynne, a Michigan wedding photographer and educator, swaps her usual podcasting seat to join Dawn & Emily. Cassidy shares her journey from being a full tim...
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S2:73 What We're Hoping For In 2023
We’re changing it up this week with a solo episode! We are sitting down, reflecting on last year, and talking about our hopes for 2023. Dawn explains her new exciting business plans for the year & Emily reflects on some of her personal goal...
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Season 2
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Episode 72
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S2:72 The Newlywed Game with Tommy and Jeff
A special holiday calls for a special episode with very special guests…Our husbands, Tommy & Jeff, are joining us on the podcast to play the Newlywed game! We test the guys to see how well they really know us. From bucket list goals ...
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S2:71 The Story of Mae with Anna Woodman
On today’s episode we’re welcoming Anna Woodman, founder of Mae, which is a vegan & palm-free candle & soap company based in Newberg, OR. Anna joins us to talk about her journey becoming an entrepreneur and the obstacles that she faced ...
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Season 2
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Episode 71
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S2:70 The Pros and Cons of Being a Multi-Passionate Creative with Asha Bailey
Raise your hand if you struggle to balance all of your passions?! If your hand is in the air, then you must tune in to this episode! Asha Bailey joins Dawn & Emily to chat about her creative entrepreneurial journey as a multi–passionate pho...
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Episode 70
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S2:69 Life as a Traveling Creator with Blaire Frey
You’re going to want to join us for this fun filled episode with our friend, Blaire Frey! Blaire is on the podcast chatting about her job as a content creator. She even tells us about her most recent purchase.. A van for her and her husband to ...
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Season 2
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Episode 69
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S2:68 Q+A, Horror Stories and More!
Happy New Year, friends we are back with Season 2! In this episode, Dawn & Emily answer some of YOUR questions. From tips on pricing to just beginning your journey, they cover it all… But WAIT! It gets better. At the end of the episode, Daw...
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Season 2
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Episode 68
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067: How To Network with Creatives Online with Terrah Jade
Join us for this week's episode with Terrah Jade. Terrah owns TJ Creative Agency, a boutique content and creative agency. In today’s podcast, we talk all about trends, advice and ways to connect online. Tara dishes her expert tips & tricks ...
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066: How to Stay Creative as a “Creative” with Ashley Zibetti
Today we’re talking all things motherhood and creativity with none other than the photographer, and content creator Ashley Zibettie! Ashley shares how she transitioned from a full time photographer to a full time mom and content creator. We tal...
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065: Passive Income Streams: How to create them and why you need them with Grace Troutman
Meet Grace! She is a destination wedding photographer, business educator and passive income guru. Grace joined us on the podcast to talk about how to create passive income in your business. We talk through how she got to where she is today, and...
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064: Film Photography + Capturing Candid Moments with Daniel Kim
Daniel Kim changed his photography style and mindset to find work that fulfills him, and today he’s bringing us behind the scenes of that journey. Daniel is a wedding photographer and a stellar human being. He’s spilling all the tips you need t...
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063: Energy Levels, Gut Health, and Why Creative Entrepreneurs Should Care with Fran Dargaville
Meet Fran Dargaville, a nutritionist with a specialty in gut health. What started as an interest in her own health journey turned into a desire to help others, too. In this episode we dive deep into how gut health affects your business and your...
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062: Planning Luxury Weddings + Building A Strong Vendor Relationship with Manda from Mae&Co
Manda Worthington has done it all, and today we’re talking about her latest company, Mae&Co Creative, a luxury design and production company. In this episode we talk about what a luxury wedding looks like, how to build relationships with ve...
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061: Customizing Inquiries to Convert Into Bookings with Rachel Traxler
Meet Rachel Traxler, wedding photographer, business coach, and creator of the Income to Inquiry Pipeline. In today’s episode, we’re diving into the topic of slow seasons and how you can fill them by working on your client experience. A solid fo...
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060: Conquering Instagram Reels and Creating Content that’s Authentic To You
Reels… every business owner’s struggle right now! Today Dawn and Emily are sharing their experience with reels, alongside their tips for creating content that’s authentic to you. Bottom line, you don’t have to do trending dances to make an impa...
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059: How To Elevate Your Business With Pinterest: An Interview With Kate Ahl
Meet Kate, Pinterest guru, and owner of Simple Pin Media. She has been in the Pinterest game for almost 9 years now and is joining us on the podcast today to talk all about Pinterest. From where to start, how Pinterest is evolving, and what you...
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058: Hiring 101 with Andrea Sager
Meet Andrea, serial entrepreneur and owner of The Legalpreneur. She’s joining us on this episode to talk about all things legal, and to help you get your ducks in a row when it comes to hiring. From when and what you should outsource, to what y...
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057: The Key to Longevity in Creative Work with Amanda Jones
If you’re looking for the key to avoiding burnout as a creative, meet today’s guest, Amanda Jones. Amanda is a filmmaker and the author of Diary of a Freelancer based out of Sydney Australia. In this episode, we’re diving into longevity and bur...
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