Often Ambitious: A Photography & Business Podcast
Often Ambitious is for photographers, creatives, and entrepreneurs who want to work less, make more, and build a business that actually supports their life, not one that runs it.
Hosted by business strategist Alora Rachelle, this show is grounded in lived experience. Alora built a six-figure wedding photography business while raising kids, then went on to help wedding photographers generate over $3 million in collective revenue through Wedding Atelier. She’s done the work, questioned the rules, and helped others stop overworking for underwhelming results.
Each episode cuts through the noise with conversations about profitable pricing, boundaries without apology, authority without hustle, and growth that leaves room for creativity, rest, and a life you don’t need a vacation from.
If you’re ambitious but done with burnout, performative busywork, and chasing success that costs you everything else, Often Ambitious is for you.
Often Ambitious: A Photography & Business Podcast
196. Build a Business While Raising Babies with Jamie & Alex
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In this episode, Alora welcomes Jamie and Alex from Cameras & Carseats to discuss the unique challenges and joys of balancing motherhood with running a photography business. Jamie and Alex share personal experiences on managing their businesses during pregnancy and postpartum, emphasizing the importance of setting client expectations and prioritizing family needs.
Whether you're a mom or planning to be one, this episode offers valuable insights and heartwarming stories that showcase that it's possible to thrive professionally while raising a family.
⭐️ Cameras & Coffee Links:
- https://www.instagram.com/camerasandcarseats
- camerasandcarseats.com
00:00 Welcome Back to the Podcast
00:03 Technical Difficulties and Hilarious Moments
01:36 Meet Our Guests: Opposite Yet Complementary
03:38 Balancing Motherhood and Business
05:02 The Friendship Backstory
06:07 Starting a Photography Business as a Mom
12:32 The Importance of Systems and Automation
17:01 Setting Boundaries and Client Expectations
22:02 Mindset Shift and Setting Boundaries
23:36 Orchestrating Maternity Leave
25:13 Planning and Adjusting for Maternity
26:28 Communicating with Clients During Maternity
29:52 Balancing Work and Family
38:07 Advice for Aspiring Mompreneurs
41:35 Reflecting on Motherhood and Business
42:53 Conclusion and Farewell
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