My 2025 Plan

2024 tested our resilience as creative photographers, pushing us to our limits and demanding innovation in the face of uncertainty. But 2025? This is the year that we are shifting from survival to thriving. The seeds of our hard work, persistence, and passion planted in the past are now ready to bear fruit, laying the foundation for a photography business that doesn’t just sustain but flourishes. This isn’t just about taking better photos—it’s about transforming our careers, elevating our lives, and turning our creative talents into profitable, purpose-driven ventures. Now is the time to embrace our gifts, serve our audience with intention, and build a legacy that lasts.

In today’s episode, Rhea shares her 2025 plan—a roadmap designed to help you stay focused, take strategic action, and do the work to make this year truly transformative. Whether you're looking to elevate your photography business, refine your skills, or step confidently into your purpose, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you plan and make 2025 your most successful year.

What You Will Learn:

• [00:01] Intro and why 2024 was a challenging year 
• [03:08] What Rhea is excited about in 2025
• [03:13] The Elevate in-person retreat and why it was an incredible experience
• [04:09] The updated From Hobbyist to Pro 2.0 program
• [06:14] A full-day activation In-person workshop in Houston, Texas 
• [07:23] Group coaching program for professional photographers
• [09:03] Leading yourself as a leader: Planning, executing, and staying on the course 
• [10:44] Building up your emotional resilience as an entrepreneur
• [13:28] Showing up consistently and breaking your own ceilings 
• [16:56] Wrap up and end of the show 

Standout Quotes:

• “One of the most powerful things we can do as business owners is to continue to make the best decision on how we want to be intentional and strategic about our business.” - Rhea [02:05]
• “If you want to go from just being a hobbyist to pro, there are certain things, tools, business, and acumen that you need to have.”- Rhea [04:45]
• “The best leaders are those who know how to lead themselves.”- Rhea [09:33]
• “A big part of being a successful entrepreneur is building up your emotional resiliency and getting stronger.”- Rhea [11:44]

Stay Connected 

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