In this eye-opening episode, Heather Lahtinen delivers a powerful masterclass on what she calls "Financial Fortune Telling"—the habit of assuming what clients will (or won’t) spend based on their appearance, lifestyle, or words. Spoiler alert: it’s not helping you. In fact, it's holding you back. She breaks down how these assumptions originate from your own beliefs about money, and how they sabotage your confidence, your service, and ultimately, your sales. Heather shares real-life stories, practical mindset shifts, and five steps to help you drop the judgment, stop playing mind reader, and start showing up as the empowered business owner your clients deserve. This is a must-listen for every photographer who wants to shift from scarcity to service and grow a thriving, values-based business. Show Notes: <ul> <li>How your assumptions about money are actually projections of your own beliefs</li> <li>5 tools to drop judgment and embrace service-based selling</li> <li>Reframe that will change how you think about every inquiry</li> <li>Why "the less you assume, the more you sell" might be your new business mantra</li> </ul> How to Support the Podcast: <ul class="ul1"> <li class="li1">Subscribe to the podcast on <a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/flourish-academy-podcast/id1358769557">iTunes</a> or wherever you listen to podcasts. Please like, share, and leave a review.</li> <li class="li1">If you like the content, please share with your friends by posting on social media so that we can reach and impact more people.</li> </ul> Connect: Heather Lahtinen: <a href= "https://flourish.academy/">Website</a>, <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/flourishacademy/">Facebook</a>, <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/flourishacademy/">Instagram</a>

<description>&lt;p class="p1"&gt;In this eye-opening episode, Heather Lahtinen delivers a powerful masterclass on what she calls "Financial Fortune Telling"—the habit of assuming what clients will (or won’t) spend based on their appearance, lifestyle, or words. Spoiler alert: it’s not helping you. In fact, it's holding you back.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;She breaks down how these assumptions originate from your &lt;em&gt;own&lt;/em&gt; beliefs about money, and how they sabotage your confidence, your service, and ultimately, your sales. Heather shares real-life stories, practical mindset shifts, and five steps to help you drop the judgment, stop playing mind reader, and start showing up as the empowered business owner your clients deserve.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;This is a must-listen for every photographer who wants to shift from scarcity to service and grow a thriving, values-based business.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt; &lt;strong&gt;Show Notes:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt; &lt;li&gt;How your assumptions about money are actually projections of your own beliefs&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;5 tools to drop judgment and embrace service-based selling&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;Reframe that will change how you think about every inquiry&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;Why "the less you assume, the more you sell" might be your new business mantra&lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Support the Podcast:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul class="ul1"&gt; &lt;li class="li1"&gt;Subscribe to the podcast on &lt;a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/flourish-academy-podcast/id1358769557"&gt;&lt;span class="s2"&gt;iTunes&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt; or wherever you listen to podcasts. Please like, share, and leave a review.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="li1"&gt;If you like the content, please share with your friends by posting on social media so that we can reach and impact more people.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Connect:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;Heather Lahtinen: &lt;a href= "https://flourish.academy/"&gt;&lt;span class= "s2"&gt;Website&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;, &lt;a href= "https://www.facebook.com/flourishacademy/"&gt;&lt;span class= "s2"&gt;Facebook&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;, &lt;a href= "https://www.instagram.com/flourishacademy/"&gt;&lt;span class= "s2"&gt;Instagram&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this eye-opening episode, Heather Lahtinen delivers a powerful masterclass on what she calls "Financial Fortune Telling"—the habit of assuming what clients will (or won’t) spend based on their appearance, lifestyle, or words. Spoiler alert:...

Podcast Ep 356 - The Less You Assume, The More You Sell

Every photographer, no matter how experienced, will eventually face a challenging client. In this episode, Heather Lahtinen sit down with Alison Shamrell, a talented pet photographer and long-time coaching client, to discuss how she handled an unexpected situation with an unhappy commercial client. We talk about mindset, communication, and the importance of having a coach to navigate these tough moments. If you've ever struggled with imposter syndrome or worried about client feedback, this episode is for you. Join Heather for a free coaching workshop to uncover what’s really keeping you from moving forward. Sign up at <a href= "https://flourishacademy.mykajabi.com/freecoaching" data-start= "1091" data-end= "1158">www.getcoachedbyheather.com</a> Show Notes: <ul class="ul1"> <li class="li1">Why handling client issues is part of business growth</li> <li class="li1">The unexpected challenge: What went wrong with the commercial shoot</li> <li class="li1">The emotional impact of client criticism and self-doubt</li> <li class="li1">Shifting the mindset: Taking responsibility without self-blame</li> <li class="li1">The role of coaching in overcoming business roadblocks</li> </ul> How to Support the Podcast: <ul class="ul1"> <li class="li1">Subscribe to the podcast on <a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/flourish-academy-podcast/id1358769557">iTunes</a> or wherever you listen to podcasts. Please like, share, and leave a review.</li> <li class="li1">If you like the content, please share with your friends by posting on social media so that we can reach and impact more people.</li> </ul> Connect: Heather Lahtinen: <a href= "https://flourish.academy/">Website</a>, <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/flourishacademy/">Facebook</a>, <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/flourishacademy/">Instagram</a>

<description>&lt;p class="p1"&gt;Every photographer, no matter how experienced, will eventually face a challenging client. In this episode, Heather Lahtinen sit down with Alison Shamrell, a talented pet photographer and long-time coaching client, to discuss how she handled an unexpected situation with an unhappy commercial client.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt; We talk about mindset, communication, and the importance of having a coach to navigate these tough moments. If you've ever struggled with imposter syndrome or worried about client feedback, this episode is for you.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt; Join Heather for a free coaching workshop to uncover what’s really keeping you from moving forward. Sign up at &lt;a href= "https://flourishacademy.mykajabi.com/freecoaching" data-start= "1091" data-end= "1158"&gt;www.getcoachedbyheather.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;strong data-start="1089" data-end="1160"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p2"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Show Notes:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul class="ul1"&gt; &lt;li class="li1"&gt;Why handling client issues is part of business growth&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="li1"&gt;The unexpected challenge: What went wrong with the commercial shoot&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="li1"&gt;The emotional impact of client criticism and self-doubt&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="li1"&gt;Shifting the mindset: Taking responsibility without self-blame&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="li1"&gt;The role of coaching in overcoming business roadblocks&lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Support the Podcast:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul class="ul1"&gt; &lt;li class="li1"&gt;Subscribe to the podcast on &lt;a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/flourish-academy-podcast/id1358769557"&gt;&lt;span class="s2"&gt;iTunes&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt; or wherever you listen to podcasts. Please like, share, and leave a review.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="li1"&gt;If you like the content, please share with your friends by posting on social media so that we can reach and impact more people.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p class="p2"&gt;&lt;strong style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;"&gt; Connect:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;Heather Lahtinen: &lt;a href= "https://flourish.academy/"&gt;&lt;span class= "s2"&gt;Website&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;, &lt;a href= "https://www.facebook.com/flourishacademy/"&gt;&lt;span class= "s2"&gt;Facebook&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;, &lt;a href= "https://www.instagram.com/flourishacademy/"&gt;&lt;span class= "s2"&gt;Instagram&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Every photographer, no matter how experienced, will eventually face a challenging client. In this episode, Heather Lahtinen sit down with Alison Shamrell, a talented pet photographer and long-time coaching client, to discuss how she handled an...

Podcast Ep 355 - Photographers Unfiltered: A true story of an unhappy client

Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “I’m not that good” or “My photos aren’t good enough”? These thoughts might feel true, but they’re actually holding you back from building a thriving photography business. In this episode, Heather Lahtinen challenges the limiting beliefs that keep photographers stuck and explains why your self-concept is the foundation of your success. You’ll learn how to shift your mindset, focus on your progress, and take action with confidence. Join Heather for a free coaching workshop to uncover what’s really keeping you from moving forward. Sign up at <a href= "https://flourishacademy.mykajabi.com/freecoaching" data-start= "1091" data-end= "1158">www.getcoachedbyheather.com</a> Show Notes: <ul class="ul1"> <li class="li1">How your thoughts impact your success</li> <li class="li1">The most common limiting beliefs photographers have</li> <li class="li1">Why you can’t build a successful business with self-doubt</li> <li class="li1">The power of self-concept and how it shapes your decisions</li> <li class="li1">The truth about being “good enough” in photography</li> <li class="li1">The experiment: What if you couldn’t think “I’m not good enough”? </li> </ul> How to Support the Podcast: <ul class="ul1"> <li class="li1">Subscribe to the podcast on <a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/flourish-academy-podcast/id1358769557">iTunes</a> or wherever you listen to podcasts. Please like, share, and leave a review.</li> <li class="li1">If you like the content, please share with your friends by posting on social media so that we can reach and impact more people.</li> </ul> Connect: Heather Lahtinen: <a href= "https://flourish.academy/">Website</a>, <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/flourishacademy/">Facebook</a>, <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/flourishacademy/">Instagram</a>

<description>&lt;p class="" data-start="502" data-end="976"&gt;Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “I’m not that good” or “My photos aren’t good enough”? These thoughts might feel true, but they’re actually holding you back from building a thriving photography business.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="" data-start="502" data-end="976"&gt;In this episode, Heather Lahtinen challenges the limiting beliefs that keep photographers stuck and explains why your self-concept is the foundation of your success. You’ll learn how to shift your mindset, focus on your progress, and take action with confidence.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="" data-start="978" data-end="1162"&gt;Join Heather for a free coaching workshop to uncover what’s really keeping you from moving forward. Sign up at &lt;a href= "https://flourishacademy.mykajabi.com/freecoaching" data-start= "1091" data-end= "1158"&gt;www.getcoachedbyheather.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;strong data-start="1089" data-end="1160"&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Show Notes:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul class="ul1"&gt; &lt;li class="li1"&gt;How your thoughts impact your success&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="li1"&gt;The most common limiting beliefs photographers have&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="li1"&gt;Why you can’t build a successful business with self-doubt&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="li1"&gt;The power of self-concept and how it shapes your decisions&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="li1"&gt;The truth about being “good enough” in photography&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="li1"&gt;The experiment: What if you couldn’t think “I’m not good enough”?&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Support the Podcast:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul class="ul1"&gt; &lt;li class="li1"&gt;Subscribe to the podcast on &lt;a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/flourish-academy-podcast/id1358769557"&gt;&lt;span class="s2"&gt;iTunes&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt; or wherever you listen to podcasts. Please like, share, and leave a review.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="li1"&gt;If you like the content, please share with your friends by posting on social media so that we can reach and impact more people.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Connect:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;Heather Lahtinen: &lt;a href= "https://flourish.academy/"&gt;&lt;span class= "s2"&gt;Website&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;, &lt;a href= "https://www.facebook.com/flourishacademy/"&gt;&lt;span class= "s2"&gt;Facebook&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;, &lt;a href= "https://www.instagram.com/flourishacademy/"&gt;&lt;span class= "s2"&gt;Instagram&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “I’m not that good” or “My photos aren’t good enough”? These thoughts might feel true, but they’re actually holding you back from building a thriving photography business. In this episode, Heather...

Podcast Ep 354 - Why "I'm Not Good Enough" is Poison for Your Success

Do you ever feel like success is just out of reach? That no matter what course you take or strategy you try, nothing seems to work? The truth is, it's not the strategy that’s broken—it’s our mindset that’s keeping us stuck. In this episode, Heather Lahtinen talks about the self-doubt loop, why our brains sabotage us, and how a simple mindset shift can change everything. Plus, she shares a 30-day challenge to help you start thinking and acting like success is inevitable. Show Notes: <ul> <li>Why self-doubt keeps you stuck in a cycle of inaction</li> <li>How our primal brain holds us back to “keep us safe”</li> <li>The key difference between successful and struggling photographers</li> <li>A simple mindset shift that can help you break through self-doubt</li> <li>A 30-day challenge to start thinking and acting like a successful photographer</li> </ul> How to Support the Podcast: <ul class="ul1"> <li class="li1">Subscribe to the podcast on <a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/flourish-academy-podcast/id1358769557">iTunes</a> or wherever you listen to podcasts. Please like, share, and leave a review.</li> <li class="li1">If you like the content, please share with your friends by posting on social media so that we can reach and impact more people.</li> </ul> Connect: Heather Lahtinen: <a href= "https://flourish.academy/">Website</a>, <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/flourishacademy/">Facebook</a>, <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/flourishacademy/">Instagram</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;Do you ever feel like success is just out of reach? That no matter what course you take or strategy you try, nothing seems to work? The truth is, it's not the strategy that’s broken—it’s our mindset that’s keeping us stuck.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt; In this episode, Heather Lahtinen talks about the self-doubt loop, why our brains sabotage us, and how a simple mindset shift can change everything. Plus, she shares a 30-day challenge to help you start thinking and acting like success is inevitable.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Show Notes:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt; &lt;li&gt;Why self-doubt keeps you stuck in a cycle of inaction&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;How our primal brain holds us back to “keep us safe”&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;The key difference between successful and struggling photographers&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;A simple mindset shift that can help you break through self-doubt&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;A 30-day challenge to start thinking and acting like a successful photographer&lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Support the Podcast:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul class="ul1"&gt; &lt;li class="li1"&gt;Subscribe to the podcast on &lt;a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/flourish-academy-podcast/id1358769557"&gt;&lt;span class="s2"&gt;iTunes&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt; or wherever you listen to podcasts. Please like, share, and leave a review.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="li1"&gt;If you like the content, please share with your friends by posting on social media so that we can reach and impact more people.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Connect:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;Heather Lahtinen: &lt;a href= "https://flourish.academy/"&gt;&lt;span class= "s2"&gt;Website&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;, &lt;a href= "https://www.facebook.com/flourishacademy/"&gt;&lt;span class= "s2"&gt;Facebook&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;, &lt;a href= "https://www.instagram.com/flourishacademy/"&gt;&lt;span class= "s2"&gt;Instagram&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Do you ever feel like success is just out of reach? That no matter what course you take or strategy you try, nothing seems to work? The truth is, it's not the strategy that’s broken—it’s our mindset that’s keeping us stuck.  In this episode,...

Podcast Ep 353 - Your Success Is Inevitable—If You Let Yourself Believe It

Success intolerance is one of the biggest hidden barriers to growth, yet most people don’t even realize they have it. In this episode, Heather Lahtinen and Nicole Begley break down the difference between fear of success and success intolerance. They explore how subconscious resistance to success can manifest as self-sabotage, imposter syndrome, and procrastination. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your business despite wanting more, this conversation is for you. 👉 Want coaching to break through your mindset blocks? Join Heather for a complimentary live coaching workshop at <a href= "http://getcoachedbyheather.com">www.getcoachedbyheather.com</a>! Show Notes: <ul> <li data-start="1263" data-end="1341">The key difference between fear of success and success intolerance</li> <li data-start="1342" data-end="1421">How subconscious resistance to success leads to self-sabotage and doubt</li> <li data-start="1422" data-end="1484">Why photographers might unknowingly block their own growth</li> <li data-start="1485" data-end="1560">The psychological reasons behind feeling uncomfortable with success</li> <li data-start="1561" data-end="1631">Actionable steps to reprogram your mindset and embrace success</li> </ul> How to Support the Podcast: <ul class="ul1"> <li class="li1">Subscribe to the podcast on <a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/flourish-academy-podcast/id1358769557">iTunes</a> or wherever you listen to podcasts. Please like, share, and leave a review.</li> <li class="li1">If you like the content, please share with your friends by posting on social media so that we can reach and impact more people.</li> </ul> Connect: Heather Lahtinen: <a href= "https://flourish.academy/">Website</a>, <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/flourishacademy/">Facebook</a>, <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/flourishacademy/">Instagram</a> Nicole Begley: <a href= "https://hairofthedogacademy.com/">https://hairofthedogacademy.com/</a>

<description>&lt;p data-start="553" data-end="1023"&gt;Success intolerance is one of the biggest hidden barriers to growth, yet most people don’t even realize they have it. In this episode, Heather Lahtinen and Nicole Begley break down the difference between fear of success and success intolerance. They explore how subconscious resistance to success can manifest as self-sabotage, imposter syndrome, and procrastination. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your business despite wanting more, this conversation is for you.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p data-start="1025" data-end="1197"&gt;👉 Want coaching to break through your mindset blocks? Join Heather for a complimentary live coaching workshop at &lt;a href= "http://getcoachedbyheather.com"&gt;www.getcoachedbyheather.com&lt;/a&gt;!&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p data-start="1025" data-end="1197"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Show Notes:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt; &lt;li data-start="1263" data-end="1341"&gt;The key difference between &lt;strong data-start="1292" data-end="1311"&gt;f&lt;/strong&gt;ear of success and success intolerance&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li data-start="1342" data-end="1421"&gt;How subconscious resistance to success leads to self-sabotage and doubt&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li data-start="1422" data-end="1484"&gt;Why photographers might unknowingly block their own growth&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li data-start="1485" data-end="1560"&gt;The psychological reasons behind feeling uncomfortable with success&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li data-start="1561" data-end="1631"&gt;Actionable steps to reprogram your mindset and embrace success&lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Support the Podcast:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul class="ul1"&gt; &lt;li class="li1"&gt;Subscribe to the podcast on &lt;a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/flourish-academy-podcast/id1358769557"&gt;&lt;span class="s2"&gt;iTunes&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt; or wherever you listen to podcasts. Please like, share, and leave a review.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li class="li1"&gt;If you like the content, please share with your friends by posting on social media so that we can reach and impact more people.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Connect:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;Heather Lahtinen: &lt;a href= "https://flourish.academy/"&gt;&lt;span class= "s2"&gt;Website&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;, &lt;a href= "https://www.facebook.com/flourishacademy/"&gt;&lt;span class= "s2"&gt;Facebook&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;, &lt;a href= "https://www.instagram.com/flourishacademy/"&gt;&lt;span class= "s2"&gt;Instagram&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="p1"&gt;Nicole Begley: &lt;a href= "https://hairofthedogacademy.com/"&gt;https://hairofthedogacademy.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Success intolerance is one of the biggest hidden barriers to growth, yet most people don’t even realize they have it. In this episode, Heather Lahtinen and Nicole Begley break down the difference between fear of success and success intolerance. They...

Podcast Ep 352 - Fear of success or success intolerance? Either way, you could be blocking yourself!

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