Rockstar Business Builders

If you've been considering starting an online course and you've been wondering how to do it - this episode won't tell you how. But it will tell you what other educators aren't saying. I go into detail about various things that you should be taking into consideration as you make an informed decision.  One thing I want to share with you right away - starting a course is NOT a way to get into passive revenue. So, if passive income is what your goal is, do NOT start an online course. Tune in and listen to the honest and ugly side of being a course creator, and the real insights about what it takes on the back-end. It's much, much more than just selling it.

There's been a lot of hearsay and speculation about the wedding industry and it evolving into something new and mysterious. Well, I wanted to get a firm answer based on real, raw data. So, I took it upon myself to chat with 200 wedding pros from around the world. This includes photographers, planners, filmmakers, hair & makeup artists, day-of-coordinators, wedding venue owners, and so many other talented people. And what I found across the board was that there’s a common feeling – and the biggest of all is that most people are feeling a pinch of the market becoming more and more saturated. And you know what, they’re not wrong. Listen in here to hear why I think they’re right, what could be improved on, and what to do to stay ahead of the curve. This episode is sponsored by yours truly, and my signature online program, Book More Weddings. To learn how to book more weddings with your ideal clients, earn more money, and work fewer hours per week, learn more about the online course here: http://weddings.kyleg

Yes, THE Natalie Franke. You might know her best from being one of the founders of the Rising Tide Society, and you might also know her as being the Head of Community at the super powerful and awesome CRM platform, Honeybook. And above all else, Natalie is all about community over competition. She’s a big leader for that movement, and as a Honeybook educator myself – I can say with confidence that Natalie truly is all about community over competition. She’s led tens of thousands of creative entrepreneurs from around the world, and she continues to be a leader by every meaning of the word.  On this episode, Natalie and I chat in great detail about the importance of time. More specifically, how you can make the most of your time, how to increase your efficiencies, and truly how important it is to maintain control of your schedule if you are wanting to hit the next level in both your business and your life. Listen in and receive actionable advice to help you on your way. And as a bonus for tuning in, learn how

When you're a wedding pro, you often hear how everything is beautiful, magical, perfect, and a land full of rainbows & unicorns. On this episode, I have an in-depth discussion with well-known educator and photographer, Susan Stripling, on the raw, real, and authentic perspective of the industry. Far, far away from the typical industry politics. It's an incredibly refreshing chat.  And we go into SO much detail, that this is by far my longest, most informative, and most valuable episode I have ever done (to date). Make sure to give it a listen.

If you are a coach or educator in the online space, it can feel crowded. And over time, you will see a thousand new courses pop up around you. Some are priceless and completely invaluable, whereas others are not worth the time it takes to go through them. So, it's time we have a raw & authentic chat about the online education space and how to stand out as an educator.  Quick peek: I personally believe an educator, coach, mentor, course or host is only as good as the results that they give to their students.  Tune in to hear the in-depth chat I had with Josh Forti.

On today’s episode, I have a really special guest, Makayla Madden. She’s a portrait photographer from a small town near Boise, Idaho, and she’s here to share some valuable insight to her six-figure IPS portrait business and some tips on how you can do just the same. And of course, if you have listened to my show in the past, you know that we cut out all the fluff and get straight to the heart of the matter. She’s super sweet, too. Let’s dive into it - marketing, business, expansion, your name it.

On this episode, I go in depth in discussion with world-renowned wedding & portrait photographer Sal Cincotta. And on this episode, Sal and I will be going in depth about a lot of the key points that many wedding & portrait photographers wonder about how to grow their business and their profits. So, if you’re looking to level up your photography business, this episode is definitely for you – so tune in. And at the end, I even share an awesome discount code to get you started.

On today’s episode I’m bringing in a really special guest, Amee Quiriconi. She’s an expert at building and operating successful rural wedding venue businesses, and that’s exactly what we’re going to chat about. After all, building a successful wedding venue business is the dream of many wedding professionals around the world as well as other entrepreneurs who are looking for that next great income stream. So, if you’ve ever wondered about what it takes to build a rural wedding venue business, this episode is a great place for you to start. Check out her book on Amazon! too! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1537479415/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0 

And on today’s episode, we’re going to chat about if you need multiple websites for multiple niches of photography. I’ve been asked this question countless times over my decade of being a professional photographer, so it’s time to answer this question in depth and answer all of the variables that come with the territory.  So, if you are a photographer who photographs multiple niches of photography, this episode is for you. Stop feeling confused over your photography career. Get answers. Listen in, subscribe, rate and review!

This episode is all about living a multi-passionate lifestyle. Af ter all, the high majority of us love more than one thing, and when we love more than one thing, it can certainly be confusing when figuring out what to do first, what to prioritize, and balance all the things while you don’t get burned out. And after a decade of navigating the arena of living a multi-passionate life, there’s lots to share. And as always, I am going to share the real truth of the matter and what I’ve done to help you navigate your own multi-passionate lifestyle. I currently now own 4 businesses/brands and they are 80% running autonomously without me behind the helm. Take a listen here to learn what I'm doing and the steps I took.

The wedding industry as a whole can be very political. But this podcast episode is sharing the real, cold, hard truth about the slow seasons that most wedding professionals experience and what many of us to do stay ahead and get through it all. So, if you are a wedding pro and you are wanting to book more weddings and have more cash in the bank during those slow months, this episode is for you. 

After only 9 episodes, I decided to take a hiatus and figure out exactly who I wanted to serve as an audience and who I wanted to help. And so, after a few months away - I am BACK with a brand new podcast under a totally different name, different interviews on the schedule, and a broader message to send.  Here, I am going against what most digital marketers say to go not go wide but instead go deep... and I am going wider by going deeper. Listen to the episode here to hear exactly how I am doing that with this podcast rebrand. Cliff's notes version: The old podcast was for small business creative entrepreneurs, but was leaving out the personal lives that also need a boost of productivity. This new podcast is helping out both sides of the equation. Happy you are joining me on this journey!

Have you ever wondered how to turn your business from a few leads that trickle into a flood of inbound prospects? It could be as simple as paying attention to your ad copy, running some tests, and speaking directly to your ideal client rather than casting that net super wide. Listen in to this episode to learn how to create effective ad copy that converts cold prospects into cold, hard cash. After all, that's what 99.99% of business owners want. So, tune in and listen in to my interview with ad copy expert, author, and entrepreneur Tiffany Alford.

If you have been on the fence about starting a Facebook group for your business or brand, or you've been wanting to see bigger results in your Facebook group growth - this episode is for you. Listen in for an in-depth Q&A session with Facebook group growth expert Arne Giske, the founder of the Millenial Entrepreneur Community and the program Facebook Groups for Entrepreneurs.  Listen in, take notes, and take action. We're here to help you in any way we can with your social media growth.  Kyle Goldie & Arne Giske

If there is one podcast episode to listen to, it's this one. Flip the scrip on a work-life balance and start creating a life-work balance. Do the things I mention in this episode to drastically reduce the number of hours you spend in the office, make MORE money, and get back to spending time with your loved ones. It really is as simple as this. This 15-minute episode can change the way you run your life. It's a bold claim, but one that I've personally practiced and seen results from. It's what I've done to cut 2/3 of my office hours on a sustainable basis. 

Stop putting it off! Get your podcast started! Why go through all the trial and error of starting to build your podcast when you can just learn the steps from others? Marie Larsen is one of those people. She's awesome. She's got the background, the experience, and the fortitude that it takes to build a successful podcast - so I've brought her on to have a chat about laying the foundation as you move forward. Whether you're a solopreneur, corporation or you're just wanting to start a podcast to get your thoughts, feelings and opinions out into the world - having a podcast is an amazing way to do exactly that. It gives you a platform to go deep with your knowledge and insight. Listen in and hear what Marie Larsen from the "Profitable Podcasting Strategies for Entrepreneurs" group on Facebook has to say. She's awesome.

Nearly every day, we see the phrase about "community over competition." Especially in the creative industry.  To get something straight right off the bat - I am 100% all for it. Absolutely, positively. I just don't see it happening in the real world. On this episode of the Rockstar Business Builders podcast, I'm going really raw - really authentic. I am sharing my honest opinions over community over competition, how we are failing at it, and how we can improve it. Because after all, together - we are stronger.

If you're anything like me, you've spent countless hours spinning your wheels trying to learn something new, implementing it, and tracking data to see if your dollars are going to the right area in your business. Sometimes you're right, and other times you're wrong. That trial and error process is incredibly costly in both terms of dollars and time. Instead of all of that nightmare, I want you to take the shortcut to success. I want you to learn from others. But first, I want you to do your due diligence. This podcast episode is all about that. Here, I talk in-depth about the value of your time and how you can best select the right people to learn from for your business growth. Picking who you learn from is paramount to your success and that shortcut path. Choose wisely.  Just remember to focus in on one single thing as you ultimately pick - results.

Are you feeling like a certain income is unreachable? Can you not stand paying the tax man? Getting a grip on improving your money mindset isn't just important when it comes to building the financial side of your business, but it's so important when laying the foundation. Listen in on episode number 3 to the podcast to help find your 'why' behind everything you do. Use it to propel your business forward.

In this episode, I dive a little deeper into my story, the struggles I had along the way, how I overcame them, and you can as well. Learn how I was able to land big clients with $0 and a maxed out credit card.