We invited Bo Nelson on as our first ever guest who is not involved in the photography industry. As a local business owner and entrepreneur in the Kansas City area, Bo has been pioneering new ways of selling coffee. His philosophical and creative concepts are an inspiration to any business. Listen in to Bo's thoughts on the next economy that encompasses memory, vibe and experience. Get ideas from the concepts he is using in his business as a living laboratory to get immediate feedback and figure out how to create the Heartbeat and SOUL that your brand needs! More about Josiah "Bo" Nelson: Thou Mayest Coffee Roasters is at the heart of a Kansas City movement driven by innovation and craft. Every day, artists, entrepreneurs, government leaders, non-profit and startup leaders connect over coffee at Thou Mayest, fueling their passion to advance their city. Co-owner/majority stakeholder Bo Nelson is a big reason why. Bo is a homegrown Kansas Citian, whose blend of rural and urban life experience reflects the city he serves. Bo grew up on a farm, working his family’s 10-acre nursery where he honed horticultural skills, learned business basics, and developed a hard work ethic that is evident in everything he does.  Bo traveled the world, but felt the call back home, inspired to put his mark on the culture of the city he loves. Bo started Thou Mayest Coffee Roasters in 2012, built upon the idea that communities grow through connections and conversations over a good drink.  Thou Mayest is named in reference to a passage from John Steinbeck’s East of Eden, and the shop’s design/atmosphere is equal parts Jacques Cousteau, Frank Zappa and the Boy Scouts of America. One visit and it’s evident that Bo has created a magnetic space that is itself alive, gathering people of all backgrounds and interests to have a drink and foster collaboration.  Links: https://thoumayest.com/ (Thou Mayest) https://www.cafeequinox.com/ (Cafe Equinox) Support this podcast

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Bo Nelson - An Entrepreneur Podcast

You'll love our interview with Tara Rochelle! Follow along as we uncover the surprising journey of Tara Rochelle's senior imagery. When you see Tara Rochelle’s work, there is nuance and depth that is unusual in senior portraits - even senior portraits with such a fashion influence. After talking with Tara, it all begins to make sense. The layers of her experience - from her classical training to photographing weddings for years, time shooting model portfolios and now, senior portraits. More about Tara: Tara Rochelle is a senior photographer who infused fashion and editorial elements into her photography and has established a signature style that is known throughout the industry. She is located outside of Los Angeles, CA and has been photographing since high school. She has photographed celebrity weddings and celebrities, but now focuses on the high school senior market. Tara also loves to teach other photographers and has been a speaker at workshops and is always highly requested to be a keynote speaker at industry conferences! Links: https://tararochelle.com/ (Tara's Website) https://www.instagram.com/tararochellephoto/ (Tara's Instagram) https://tara-rochelle-photography-design.myshopify.com/ (Tara for Photographers) Support this podcast

Tara Rochelle - A Photographer Interview

You'll love the energy and inspiration from this interview with Emil! Before her career as a photographer, Emil Rodriguez-Powell was a social worker in child welfare. It was great to be able to talk through some tough issues with Emil with her viewpoint as a photographer and a woman of color. You can see her creative work on https://www.instagram.com/sliceoflimephoto (@sliceoflimephoto) (lime - Emil) get it? And her new businesses at https://www.instagram.com/sourcethespace/ (@sourcethespace) ad https://www.instagram.com/sourcecreativehouse/ (@sourcecreativehouse). With only 3 years in the business full time, Emil has skyrocketed to success. Can’t wait to see where she takes her penchant for GROWTH next! A little more about Emil: Emil is the Lime in Slice of Lime (no really, it’s her name, backwards!) Located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, Emil has built a senior photography brand on the belief that “We all Shine Differently” and pushes herself to create images for her seniors that capture the spirit of who they are while giving them a memorable experience that they want to shout about from the rooftops. When not behind the lens, Emil can be found adding to her plant collection, listening to records with her hubby, Jason, and cuddling with her rescue dogs PODCAST:  http://certifiedmadness.com/ (http://certifiedmadness.com) http://www.instagram.com/sliceofseniorstyle (www.instagram.com/sliceofseniorstyle) Support this podcast

Emil Rodgriguez-Powell - A Photography Interview

Getting to do an interview with Carissa has been on Kia's list for a while now because Carissa's work is so bright and energetic. The great thing is that Carissa adds in so much meaning to her work with the charities and special projects that she supports with her business. If you are wanting to add more creativity and meaning to your photography and your business, this podcast episode is for you! Carissa Davis is a High School/Tween and Kids photographer and national educator. She is known for her bright, bold, fun imagery and her rep team known as the "Flamingos". As a mom of two girls , and working with a predominantly female client base , promoting “girl power” is top priority. Her business empowers young girls to be strong contributing members of society and encourages breaking barriers of competition amongst other women, all while building self confidence and growth. She is also an animal rights and Special Needs advocate pairing with organizations such as Emily’s Legacy and Night to Shine. https://www.facebook.com/emilyslegacyrescueinc (https://www.facebook.com/emilyslegacyrescueinc) https://www.timtebowfoundation.org/ministries/night-to-shine (https://www.timtebowfoundation.org/ministries/night-to-shine) Support this podcast

Carissa Davis - A Photographer Interview

What a fantastic interview with Ronan Ryle of https://3xmsolution.com/#welcome (3xm Solutions) and https://paykstrt.com/20230/73405 (BSA Academy)! Ronan is a certified business coach with Profit First and Storybrand - both of which we love and have adopted for our business. He had so much wisdom to share about how to look at your business from a philosophical and a profit viewpoint. The best way to find out more is to join the https://paykstrt.com/20230/73405 (Business Success Academy 14 day Challenge.) Kia has done it, loved it and booked lots of sessions during the slow time of her year. When you click on the link, you’ll get 30 days membership for free! It’s an affiliate link so if you use it, Kia will get helped out as well! A little more about Ronan: Ronan as CEO of Infinity Group (3XM, Business Success Academy & Photovalue) has made it his mission to help Photographers Realize the difference their work makes to creating a healthy society in mind, body & spirit. By doing so, Photographers start to Respect themselves which is an essential first step to bridging the value gap with consumers. Only when these two pillars are achieved will Photographers get properly Rewarded for the important work they do. Ronan’s mission is to help photographers Be Seen, Be Heard, Be Understood by the consumer not for what they do but for the difference they make to the consumers life. That is how we bridge the value gap with the consumer. That is how we amplify the creation of a healthier society through photography. Photographers who become BSA Online Marketing Wizards are filing their studios all year round with higher paying clients while amplifying the creation of a healthier society through photography. Support this podcast

Ronan Ryle - A Photography Interview

Even though we are already well into the first quarter of 2021, there is still a lot of time to make things happen. Listen in as Matt and Kia discuss their personal and professional plans for this unprecedented year. And find out Kia's word of the year. It's only 2 letters. Can you guess it? Support this podcast

Looking into 2021

We didn't see a lot of things coming in 2020 and this was definitely one of them. But unlike many of 2020's surprises, Matt becoming a financial planner is very exciting. Check out this podcast to find out what prompted Matt to switch careers again. If you didn't know, Matt started out as a high school math teacher, became a photographer and is now on to one of his dream jobs - helping people manage their futures. Matt shares his financial planning advice for photographers in this episode. Be sure to check it out! If you want to connect with Matt to find out more about planning your financial future, go to https://www.oxfordfp.net (https://www.oxfordfp.net) or email matt@allisonragsdalephotography.com. Disclosure: This material has been distributed for informational purposes only. All investments carry certain risk and there is no assurance that an investment will provide positive performance over any period of time. They are not intended to constitute legal, tax, securities or investment advice or a recommended course of action in any given situation. The projections discussed regarding the likelihood of various investment outcomes are hypothetical in nature, do not reflect actual investment results, and are not guarantees of future results. Matt Hoaglin is an Investment Advisor Representative with Dynamic Wealth Advisors dba Oxford Financial Planners. All investment advisory services are offered through Dynamic Wealth Advisors Support this podcast

Matt's New Job

In this first episode of 2021, we are taking a look back at the crazy time last year when we stayed at home and worked a photography business. Kia tried a bunch of new strategies with her business during that unprecedented time. Some were big successes. Others didn't work that well. Listen in to hear what worked and what didn't with Kia's Top Ten Take-Aways. Here's a link to a blog all about Taking Back Happy. https://www.kiabondurant.com/ (Kia's website) https://www.instagram.com/kiabondurant/ (Kia's Instagram) https://www.instagram.com/bondurantstudios/ (Bondurant Studios Instagram) https://www.instagram.com/stylemusemagazine/ (Style Muse Magazine Instagram) https://www.facebook.com/kia.bondurant (Kia's Facebook) Support this podcast

Taking Back Happy

Today on the podcast, we have Chelsea Taylor, from Kansas.  She runs a luxury portrait studio in a small town.  She gave us real talk about social media today and made us rethink what we are doing.  When titling this episode, Matt wrote down “Small Town, Big Goals”.  This is a must listen to episode. Support this podcast

Chelsea Taylor- A Photography Interview

Today on From Nothing to Profit, we have Nicki Hufford.  We loved getting to know her.  She is a major go-getter and is alway on the front edge of our industry.  If you are looking for new ideas or want help making movement on an idea you have had for a while, this episode is for you.  We also ask Nicki a lot of questions about her amazing volume softball business.  Such amazing insights in this episode. Support this podcast

Nicki Hufford- A Photography Interview

Today on the podcast, we interview Kay Eskridge, from Phoenix AZ.  Kay is the perfect person to have on the podcast right now because we have gotten a lot of feedback from photographers wanting help with making changes in their business.  Kay has done it all.  She owned a small studio and giant studio, a high end studio and now runs a business out of her house.  So she knows the pros and cons of all the models.  Listen in to hear what she has to say.  Support this podcast

Kay Eskridge - A Photography Interview

Julia Woods is not only one of the best known photographers in our industry but also an amazing coach.  Ever wanted a business coach for just a few minutes? Listen in to this one and you will feel uplifted and inspired to go do great work.  This episode is about real talk and it will help you get moving again.   Support this podcast

Julia Woods - A Photography Interview

This episode with Sarah Smith is maybe the best feel good episode we have had yet.  She reminds us of what is important and helps get us pointed in the right direction.  If you feel a little lost, listen in because there are a lot of gems in this episode. Support this podcast

Sarah Smith - A Photography Interview

Sean Brown teaches us how he has created a system to run a youtube channel, an instagram and a tiktok account, all from one piece of content.  If you are worried about there being to many platforms and how you handle it all, this is for you. When you are done listening you will see the light to the next level of social media and video. Support this podcast

Sean Brown - A Photography Interview

A Photographers Podcast with Matt Hoaglin and Kia Bondurant