Amy chats with Devon about her journey of creating a more family-centered life, balancing professional goals, and the challenges of evolving her identity and business.

About the Guest: Devon, an experienced photographer and mother of two, launched her coaching platform devoted to helping new photographers build successful, balanced businesses. Her background includes working in the restaurant industry, full-time wedding photography, and now empowering others through her coaching programs.

Main Topics Covered:

• Devon's motivation to be present for her children and create a different upbringing than her own.
• Challenges of balancing a photography business with family commitments.
• The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on her photography business and the subsequent career shift.
• Transitioning from full-time photographer to educator and coach for new photographers.
• The importance of mental health, financial stability, and family in Devon's career decisions.
• Reflections on professional identity and its evolution over time.

Quote from the Episode: "I realized that missing my daughter's volleyball tournament was a turning point. It made me rethink everything I had built my career around and how I wanted to prioritize my family."

Timestamps:

• 00:00 – Introduction to the episode
• 02:30 – Devon's early career and motivation to be present for her children
• 08:15 – Transition from restaurant work to photography
• 15:45 – Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on her wedding photography business
• 20:30 – Balancing weddings with family life in 2021
• 27:00 – Burnout and career reevaluation in December 2021
• 33:10 – Shift to coaching and building a new business model
• 41:20 – Overcoming imposter syndrome and marketing challenges
• 48:15 – Rapid-fire questions with Devon
• 55:00 – Reflections on professional transitions

Links Mentioned:

Devon's new website: https://www.devonadrianne.com

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