Turning Dread to Motivation with Heather Lahtinen

185 - Do you know what Occam's razor is? Basically, it's the principle that the simplest explanation is most likely the right one. When we get wrapped up in fear and dread -- some of us get paralyzed into inaction -- the best solution may be the easiest one.   Take our friend Heather Lahtinen, for example.   She looked at her YouTube channel, realized she needed to update a bunch of videos and got struck by an intense feeling of dread. It would be a time-consuming task, especially with an old iMac that makes Photoshop feel like it's running through a vat of molasses …  Turns out one question helped Heather dig deep and she came up with an exciting new solution.   *Heather says hello to her shiny new Mac mini M2 friend!*  Heather is my guest on the podcast this week and we’re diving into the ways we can take all the tasks on our ‘Dread List’ and get motivated to actually tackle them.  What to listen for 7:46 The that task I dread the most 13:53 How outsourcing can be a possible solution 28:04 How one question led Heather to her breakthrough 33:32 Why you need to connect with a future vision of your business 42:00 Templates, workflows and automation … YES! (visualize my fist-pump)  Now, guys, Heather and I aren't saying you have to run out and buy a new computer or new gear to start tackling your "Dread List." But we do want to challenge you to find simple ways to motivate yourself and make those tasks a little more fun. After all, what if it could be easy?  Then you might find yourself knocking those tasks off your list like a boss!  Where to find Heather Flourish Academy Facebook  Instagram GET YOUR FIRST BIG WIN WITH COMMERCIAL PET PHOTOGRAPHY - Join us here! JOIN THE PARTY: Connect with us on Instagram Explore valuable pet photography resources here Discover effective pricing and sales strategies for all portrait photographers. Ready to grow your business? Elevate helps you do just that. Check out our recommended gear and favorite books.

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