AMPLIFY Your Brand and Business

In today's episode I'm talking about the simple shifts I made that helped my referrals skyrocket over the last year in my business. These shifts helped me land repeat clients more consistently (some have booked me for 3-5 projects in less than a year) and created a new stream of leads from my clients who raved about the experience of working with me. We're talking about how to streamline your experience, simplify what you send (and when), and create a client journey that makes people say, “You have to work with her.” Inside this episode, we’re covering: * The mindset shift from reactive to proactive client support (and why it changes everything) * How to map your client journey so you can spot bottlenecks before they cause confusion * What to include (and what to save for later) in your first reply so you don’t overwhelm new leads * Simple ways to “drip” the right resources—emails, PDFs, blogs—at the right time * How building clean systems quietly builds your confidence (and it shows) I can't wait for you to tune in and I'd love to hear your takeaways! 💫 Loved the episode? Have a topic or guest host request? Send me a text message! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1819841/open_sms] Ways we can work together: * <> Create a brand so strong that clients are sold on working with you before they even reach out! * <> Is it time to elevate your business with new brand photos? I'D LOVE TO CONNECT WITH YOU! * Say hello on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/heykristamarie/] 👋 * Join the email community [https://heykristamarie.com/email] ✍🏻 * Leave a review [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-your-brand-and-business/id1530321171] on Apple Podcasts 🎙

Today we're talking about the importance of creating an intentional workspace. Summary: I’ve seen it in my own business: when my workspace is messy, my creativity shrinks and my business plays small right along with it. The truth is, the way we treat our physical space is often a mirror for how we treat our business. In this episode, I’m sharing why decluttering and creating an intentional workspace matters more than you think — and how even small changes can completely shift your energy, productivity, and the growth you see in your life and business. Inside this episode, we’re covering: * Why cluttered workspaces = cluttered headspace (and how it affects your business decisions) * How your physical environment mirrors the way you’re showing up in your business * Simple shifts to create an intentional space that inspires creativity and focus * Why even a small, designated “work zone” can dramatically improve productivity I can't wait for you to dive in! Loved the episode? Have a topic or guest host request? Send me a text message! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1819841/open_sms] Ways we can work together: * <> Create a brand so strong that clients are sold on working with you before they even reach out! * <> Is it time to elevate your business with new brand photos? I'D LOVE TO CONNECT WITH YOU! * Say hello on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/heykristamarie/] 👋 * Join the email community [https://heykristamarie.com/email] ✍🏻 * Leave a review [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-your-brand-and-business/id1530321171] on Apple Podcasts 🎙

If thinking about improving your SEO has ever made your head spin, you’re not alone. For years I told myself it was “too hard” and “too complicated to understand”. Summary: But here’s the truth: SEO doesn’t have to feel overwhelming, and it doesn’t require you to spend months buried in complicated strategies. In this episode, I’m breaking down the 5 things that actually move the needle for your SEO -- and highlighting a big red flag that’s costing business owners money. Inside this episode, we’re covering: * The 5 things you actually need to focus on if you want to be found online * Why buying a pricey template won’t fix your SEO (and what will) * How to build sustainable SEO habits without overcomplicating it ✨ P.S. Ready for a website that actually converts dream clients and helps you get found online? Let's rebrand your site! Learn more by visiting this page [https://heykristamarie.com/website-design-brand-strategy].  Loved the episode? Have a topic or guest host request? Send me a text message! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1819841/open_sms] Ways we can work together: * <> Create a brand so strong that clients are sold on working with you before they even reach out! * <> Is it time to elevate your business with new brand photos? I'D LOVE TO CONNECT WITH YOU! * Say hello on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/heykristamarie/] 👋 * Join the email community [https://heykristamarie.com/email] ✍🏻 * Leave a review [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-your-brand-and-business/id1530321171] on Apple Podcasts 🎙

If you've ever been asked, “what makes you different from everyone else in your industry?” …and your brain immediately went to: “Well, I really care about my clients.” You’re not alone — I hear this all the time. And I want to help you get deeper and dig down to the *real* thing that separates you from everyone else in your industry. Summary: Because here's the thing, caring about your clients is important (of course it is). But that’s the baseline. Your dream clients already expect you to care. What actually makes you stand out is the way you connect with them, the way you anticipate their hesitations, and the way you make them feel safe and understood before they’ve even reached out to you. In this episode, we’re talking about how to uncover your real differentiator and how to start creating content that makes your clients say, “Oh my gosh, she gets me.” Inside this episode, we’re covering: * Why “I care more” isn’t the thing that will set you apart (and what actually will) * Two main types of service providers/niches — and how to shift your messaging depending on which bucket you fall into * Why generic, vague content isn't making you more sales — and how to swap it for content that feels like you’re reading your client’s mind (and has them instantly knowing you're the one for them) Loved the episode? Have a topic or guest host request? Send me a text message! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1819841/open_sms] Ways we can work together: * <> Create a brand so strong that clients are sold on working with you before they even reach out! * <> Is it time to elevate your business with new brand photos? I'D LOVE TO CONNECT WITH YOU! * Say hello on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/heykristamarie/] 👋 * Join the email community [https://heykristamarie.com/email] ✍🏻 * Leave a review [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-your-brand-and-business/id1530321171] on Apple Podcasts 🎙

If you’ve ever invested in branding -- hired a designer, a copywriter, maybe even a brand photographer -- and walked away still feeling like something was missing, you’re not alone. So many of my clients tell me their brand feels “off,” even after working with multiple professionals to create their brand. The truth? Your brand isn’t just about colors, fonts, photos, or even your website design. It’s about how your business feels to the people experiencing it. In this episode, I’m sharing the pieces most business owners skip when they create their brand identity (and these are the things that actually convert new leads into paying clients)! Inside this episode, we’re covering: * Why working on your brand in silos/piece by piece is causing you to feel disconnected from the end result. * The real difference between your personal brand and your brand identity (and how they work together to bring in new dream leads). * How to show up as the expert in your content -- without feeling braggy or salesy. * Why reframing your clients’ beliefs in your messaging makes you the obvious choice. I can't wait for you to tune in and I'd love to hear your biggest takeaway! Loved the episode? Have a topic or guest host request? Send me a text message! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1819841/open_sms] Ways we can work together: * <> Create a brand so strong that clients are sold on working with you before they even reach out! * <> Is it time to elevate your business with new brand photos? I'D LOVE TO CONNECT WITH YOU! * Say hello on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/heykristamarie/] 👋 * Join the email community [https://heykristamarie.com/email] ✍🏻 * Leave a review [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-your-brand-and-business/id1530321171] on Apple Podcasts 🎙