Called to Stand Out: Balancing Motherhood and Business, Confidence and Motivation for Photographers

34. Kids sick AGAINNN?! Here's how I've balanced life and business during sick season

33 | Why the ultimate goal should not be to have a "six-figure business"

I'm sure you've heard it because it's such a common buzz word, but shooting to have a six-figure business may be hurting you more than helping.
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Welcome to the Called to Stand out podcast!
Do you feel like you’re barely surviving most days, trying to balance motherhood and a business that seems more like an expensive hobby? Like YOU KNOW that God put this dream in your heart but you can’t shut up the negative thoughts every time you get sucked down the comparison spiral or start to hit burnout again? 
 
Hey girl, my name is Marina- I’m a wife, boy mom and photographer on a mission to build your confidence and speak life when the lies inside your head get a little too loud. I know the mom guilt all too well, constantly going from feeling guilty that your kids need you to being frustrated  that your business does too. Maybe you’re tired of trying to keep up with the trends or you’re exhausted chasing the elusive idea of balance. Over the last ten years the Lord has been so faithful in leading me to grow my photography business in a way that honors him and honors my family. We’re doing business a different way over here and in this podcast I’m sharing all the ways I’ve been able to truly find joy and
 even peace in the chaos of it all.
So welcome! This is your safe space to grow in confidence, ditch hustle culture and grow a sustainable photography business with margin to truly enjoy life in every single area God has called you to. 
Go find your lukewarm coffee, friend. You don’t have to do this alone
let's stay connected!
Instagram: @marinaanayaphotoemail me: support@calledtostandout.comFB Community: bit.ly/calledtostandoutpodcast
 

32. This one mindset shift made social media fun again

Would you believe me if I told you I actually really enjoy social media?? Let's ditch the pressure to be a content creator just to be successful in our businesses!
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Welcome to the Called to Stand out podcast!
Do you feel like you’re barely surviving most days, trying to balance motherhood and a business that seems more like an expensive hobby? Like YOU KNOW that God put this dream in your heart but you can’t shut up the negative thoughts every time you get sucked down the comparison spiral or start to hit burnout again? 
 
Hey girl, my name is Marina- I’m a wife, boy mom and photographer on a mission to build your confidence and speak life when the lies inside your head get a little too loud. I know the mom guilt all too well, constantly going from feeling guilty that your kids need you to being frustrated  that your business does too. Maybe you’re tired of trying to keep up with the trends or you’re exhausted chasing the elusive idea of balance. Over the last ten years the Lord has been so faithful in leading me to grow my photography business in a way that honors him and honors my family. We’re doing business a different way over here and in this podcast I’m sharing all the ways I’ve been able to truly find joy and
 even peace in the chaos of it all.
So welcome! This is your safe space to grow in confidence, ditch hustle culture and grow a sustainable photography business with margin to truly enjoy life in every single area God has called you to. 
Go find your lukewarm coffee, friend. You don’t have to do this alone
let's stay connected!
Instagram: @marinaanayaphotoemail me: support@calledtostandout.comFB Community: bit.ly/calledtostandoutpodcast
 

31. How to choose the right mentor for you

There are so many coaches, mentors and educators out there it can feel overwhelming trying to choose the right one. In this episode, I share my tips on how you can find the right person for you!
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Welcome to the Called to Stand out podcast!
Do you feel like you’re barely surviving most days, trying to balance motherhood and a business that seems more like an expensive hobby? Like YOU KNOW that God put this dream in your heart but you can’t shut up the negative thoughts every time you get sucked down the comparison spiral or start to hit burnout again? 
 
Hey girl, my name is Marina- I’m a wife, boy mom and photographer on a mission to build your confidence and speak life when the lies inside your head get a little too loud. I know the mom guilt all too well, constantly going from feeling guilty that your kids need you to being frustrated  that your business does too. Maybe you’re tired of trying to keep up with the trends or you’re exhausted chasing the elusive idea of balance. Over the last ten years the Lord has been so faithful in leading me to grow my photography business in a way that honors him and honors my family. We’re doing business a different way over here and in this podcast I’m sharing all the ways I’ve been able to truly find joy and
 even peace in the chaos of it all.
So welcome! This is your safe space to grow in confidence, ditch hustle culture and grow a sustainable photography business with margin to truly enjoy life in every single area God has called you to. 
Go find your lukewarm coffee, friend. You don’t have to do this alone
let's stay connected!
Instagram: @marinaanayaphotoemail me: support@calledtostandout.comFB Community: bit.ly/calledtostandoutpodcast
 

30. When should you hire a coach or mentor in your business?

With so much free information out there at your fingertips, do you really need to hire a business coach or mentor?? In this episode, we'll talk about when you should (or shouldn't!).
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Welcome to the Called to Stand out podcast!
Do you feel like you’re barely surviving most days, trying to balance motherhood and a business that seems more like an expensive hobby? Like YOU KNOW that God put this dream in your heart but you can’t shut up the negative thoughts every time you get sucked down the comparison spiral or start to hit burnout again? 
 
Hey girl, my name is Marina- I’m a wife, boy mom and photographer on a mission to build your confidence and speak life when the lies inside your head get a little too loud. I know the mom guilt all too well, constantly going from feeling guilty that your kids need you to being frustrated  that your business does too. Maybe you’re tired of trying to keep up with the trends or you’re exhausted chasing the elusive idea of balance. Over the last ten years the Lord has been so faithful in leading me to grow my photography business in a way that honors him and honors my family. We’re doing business a different way over here and in this podcast I’m sharing all the ways I’ve been able to truly find joy and
 even peace in the chaos of it all.
So welcome! This is your safe space to grow in confidence, ditch hustle culture and grow a sustainable photography business with margin to truly enjoy life in every single area God has called you to. 
Go find your lukewarm coffee, friend. You don’t have to do this alone
let's stay connected!
Instagram: @marinaanayaphotoemail me: support@calledtostandout.comFB Community: bit.ly/calledtostandoutpodcast
 

29 | A voice note from Marina

Just a quick little encouragement and update on a random monday morning for you!
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Welcome to the Called to Stand out podcast!
Do you feel like you’re barely surviving most days, trying to balance motherhood and a business that seems more like an expensive hobby? Like YOU KNOW that God put this dream in your heart but you can’t shut up the negative thoughts every time you get sucked down the comparison spiral or start to hit burnout again? 
 
Hey girl, my name is Marina- I’m a wife, boy mom and photographer on a mission to build your confidence and speak life when the lies inside your head get a little too loud. I know the mom guilt all too well, constantly going from feeling guilty that your kids need you to being frustrated  that your business does too. Maybe you’re tired of trying to keep up with the trends or you’re exhausted chasing the elusive idea of balance. Over the last ten years the Lord has been so faithful in leading me to grow my photography business in a way that honors him and honors my family. We’re doing business a different way over here and in this podcast I’m sharing all the ways I’ve been able to truly find joy and
 even peace in the chaos of it all.
So welcome! This is your safe space to grow in confidence, ditch hustle culture and grow a sustainable photography business with margin to truly enjoy life in every single area God has called you to. 
Go find your lukewarm coffee, friend. You don’t have to do this alone
let's stay connected!
Instagram: @marinaanayaphotoemail me: support@calledtostandout.comFB Community: bit.ly/calledtostandoutpodcast
 

28 | Creating a healthy work-life balance

One of the questions I get asked alllll the timeeee is "how do you balance it all???!" Truuust me, it's been a journey to even begin to feel like balance has been achieved and it changes with the seasons. I hope this episode gives you some practical ways you can start to find the balance in your own life and business! 
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Welcome to the Called to Stand out podcast!
Do you feel like you’re barely surviving most days, trying to balance motherhood and a business that seems more like an expensive hobby? Like YOU KNOW that God put this dream in your heart but you can’t shut up the negative thoughts every time you get sucked down the comparison spiral or start to hit burnout again? 
 
Hey girl, my name is Marina- I’m a wife, boy mom and photographer on a mission to build your confidence and speak life when the lies inside your head get a little too loud. I know the mom guilt all too well, constantly going from feeling guilty that your kids need you to being frustrated  that your business does too. Maybe you’re tired of trying to keep up with the trends or you’re exhausted chasing the elusive idea of balance. Over the last ten years the Lord has been so faithful in leading me to grow my photography business in a way that honors him and honors my family. We’re doing business a different way over here and in this podcast I’m sharing all the ways I’ve been able to truly find joy and
 even peace in the chaos of it all.
So welcome! This is your safe space to grow in confidence, ditch hustle culture and grow a sustainable photography business with margin to truly enjoy life in every single area God has called you to. 
Go find your lukewarm coffee, friend. You don’t have to do this alone
let's stay connected!
Instagram: @marinaanayaphotoemail me: support@calledtostandout.comFB Community: bit.ly/calledtostandoutpodcast
 

27 | Should you pray over your business?

what better way to start the year than to honor the Lord by bringing him into our businesses?
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Welcome to the Called to Stand out podcast!
Do you feel like you’re barely surviving most days, trying to balance motherhood and a business that seems more like an expensive hobby? Like YOU KNOW that God put this dream in your heart but you can’t shut up the negative thoughts every time you get sucked down the comparison spiral or start to hit burnout again? 
 
Hey girl, my name is Marina- I’m a wife, boy mom and photographer on a mission to build your confidence and speak life when the lies inside your head get a little too loud. I know the mom guilt all too well, constantly going from feeling guilty that your kids need you to being frustrated  that your business does too. Maybe you’re tired of trying to keep up with the trends or you’re exhausted chasing the elusive idea of balance. Over the last ten years the Lord has been so faithful in leading me to grow my photography business in a way that honors him and honors my family. We’re doing business a different way over here and in this podcast I’m sharing all the ways I’ve been able to truly find joy and
 even peace in the chaos of it all.
So welcome! This is your safe space to grow in confidence, ditch hustle culture and grow a sustainable photography business with margin to truly enjoy life in every single area God has called you to. 
Go find your lukewarm coffee, friend. You don’t have to do this alone
let's stay connected!
Instagram: @marinaanayaphotographyemail me: support@calledtostandout.comFB Community: bit.ly/calledtostandoutpodcast
 

26 | Life update - We're back!!

it's been a roller coaster but it feels sooo good to be back!!!!!!
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Welcome to the Called to Stand out podcast!
Do you feel like you’re barely surviving most days, trying to balance motherhood and a business that seems more like an expensive hobby? Like YOU KNOW that God put this dream in your heart but you can’t shut up the negative thoughts every time you get sucked down the comparison spiral or start to hit burnout again? 
 
Hey girl, my name is Marina- I’m a wife, boy mom and photographer on a mission to build your confidence and speak life when the lies inside your head get a little too loud. I know the mom guilt all too well, constantly going from feeling guilty that your kids need you to being frustrated  that your business does too. Maybe you’re tired of trying to keep up with the trends or you’re exhausted chasing the elusive idea of balance. Over the last ten years the Lord has been so faithful in leading me to grow my photography business in a way that honors him and honors my family. We’re doing business a different way over here and in this podcast I’m sharing all the ways I’ve been able to truly find joy and
 even peace in the chaos of it all.
So welcome! This is your safe space to grow in confidence, ditch hustle culture and grow a sustainable photography business with margin to truly enjoy life in every single area God has called you to. 
Go find your lukewarm coffee, friend. You don’t have to do this alone
let's stay connected!
Instagram: @marinaanayaphotographyemail me: support@calledtostandout.comFB Community: bit.ly/calledtostandoutpodcast
 
 

25 | Dealing with Difficult Clients

on today's episode we're talking about those not fun situations when you have to deal with a difficult client, and how I've learned to manage those tricky situations.
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Hey friend, are you a photographer mama feeling like a crazy person just trying to balance motherhood and a photography business that just isn’t paying the bills? You KNOW God put this dream in your heart but you can’t shut up the negative self-talk as you get sucked down the comparison spiral again?
I'm Marina(: I'm a wife, mama and photographer on a mission to encourage others in the ways I wish someone would've done for me when I started on this journey. I’ve been in that vicious burnout cycle, wondering if I could turn this creative outlet into a real-deal business that didn't take over my entire life and take away from my family.
In this podcast I share all the ways I'm simplifying my business and redefining success. You’ll find practical ways to transform your business from a time consuming (and expensive) hobby to a profitable business by finding your brand identity to confidently show up and stand out, all with a toddler on your hip.
 
Let's be friends!
Instagram: @marinaanayaphotographyemail me: support@calledtostandout.comFB Community: bit.ly/calledtostandoutpodcast