#244: Why I Stopped Making Resolutions and Five Things I'm Doing This Year Instead

Oh New Year’s resolutions… Are they a hopeful tradition, or a fast-track to feeling defeated by February?    In this week’s Joycast, I’m sharing why I think resolutions often set us up for failure and what I’m doing instead to create real, lasting progress as we step into a brand-new year. Here’s a sneak peek:   Why starting your day with a “fresh sheet of ice” can be the habit you need. The power of gratitude reflections (and how to turn failures into your best teachers.) My secret weapon for setting intentions that actually stick (spoiler alert: it’s a word, not a list!) The creative joy of vision boards and why I make this a must-do every year.   Plus, I share personal stories from recovering after a tough skiing accident to redefining what “family first” means as my kids grow into their own amazing careers.   If you’re ready to move past the pressure of resolutions and create a year filled with clarity, creativity, and purpose, this Joycast episode is packed with practical tips and heartfelt insights to help you get there.   Let’s embrace progress (not perfection) as we focus on what truly matters in our lives and businesses this new year. RESOURCES: WORTH EVERY PENNY JOYCAST SHOW NOTES: https://photographybusinessinstitute.com/podcast/episode-244 SHOW TRANSCRIPT:  Click Here BOUTIQUE BREAKTHROUGH – 8-WEEK WORKSHOP www.joyofmarketing.com/boutiquebreakthrough INSTAGRAM – DM me “Conversation Starters” for some genuine ways to strike up a conversation about your photography business wherever you are. https://www.instagram.com/sarah.petty  FREE COPY: NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLING BOOK FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS www.joyofmarketing.com/freebook  FREE FACEBOOK GROUP: Join and get my free mini-class: How I earned $1,500 per client working 16 hours a week by becoming a boutique photographer. https://www.facebook.com/groups/ditchthedigitals  YOUTUBE: Check out my latest how to videos:  https://www.youtube.com/c/thejoyofmarketing  LOVE THE SHOW? Subscribe & Review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/worth-every-penny-joycast/id1513676756 #201 - How a Florida Educator Transformed Her Photography from Dabbling to $3,200 Orders:  Turning Her Back Burner Hobby into Real Money

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How do I build my dream portrait photography business without sacrificing my family and freedom? How do I find photography clients who want more than digital files? What should I charge for my photos? What’s the best way to market for photography clients? Am I ready for a studio? Welcome to the Worth Every Penny Joycast where photographer and New York Times Best-Selling author, Sarah Petty, will answer these questions and more. With 3 kids under 3, Sarah decided she wanted to make money with photography. But it wasn’t as easy as it looked. After a few years and lots of tears, she built her little portrait photography business into one of America’s most profitable and this joycast will show you how. It’s designed for photographers who want more from their portrait hotography business, more profits, more clients and more free time…and don’t want to sacrifice their family along the way. Each week you’ll learn pricing tips, marketing ideas, selling tips and get insights into what’s working now. Along with a huge helping of motivation to build your own photography business where your clients say you’re worth every penny. You can find Sarah Petty at: www.joyofmarketing.com www.instagram.com/sarah.petty www.facebook.com/thejoyofmarketing