Motherhood Anthology: Photography Education for a Business You Love

AI doesn't have to feel overwhelming or like it's going to steal your creative voice. Rick Mulready breaks down how photographers and creative business owners can use AI as a thought partner to work smarter, not harder—without losing what makes your work authentically yours. This is Part 1 of our conversation—Part 2 drops next week with even more practical strategies you can start using right away.

Topics Covered:

Why ignoring AI isn't an option for small business owners who want to stay competitive

The difference between lazy AI usage and using it thoughtfully to save time while keeping your voice

How to train AI on your writing style so content actually sounds like you

Where to start with AI when you're juggling clients, marketing, and motherhood with limited time

The balance between using AI responsibly and staying ahead in your business

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Ali and I are kicking off Season 5 with a casual conversation about finding rest in the new year instead of rushing into productivity. We're sharing what we're celebrating from 2025, our hopes for 2026, and why taking a few weeks to truly reset will put you ahead rather than behind. Plus, we're giving you all the details about our upcoming Coaching Week happening January 12-16.

In this episode, you'll hear:

Permission to rest

Celebrating 2025

Work-life balance and Less but better

TMA Coaching Week preview

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Our featured mentor of the month in TMA is Katie Lamb, and in today's episode, we are excited for Katie to guest host the podcast. She's talking all about setting and maintaining clear boundaries to thrive while running a photography business.

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Our guest (and TMA Group Expert) Suzzane Brown is back for another conversation on the podcast this week, all about the importance of presence, authenticity, and creating meaningful connections in the photography business, rather than just focusing on technical skills or "pretty pictures".

We're talking about:

The importance of letting go of expectations and being present to find more joy and playfulness in photography sessions.

Suzy's approach to getting to know her clients deeply before sessions and guiding them through the experience.

Handling clients with different personalities and energy levels, and adapting her approach accordingly.

The value photographers can provide beyond just taking "pretty pictures", such as creating meaningful, connective experiences.

Advice for photographers on staying inspired, avoiding burnout, and standing out in a saturated market.

& so much more!

Willow Canvas:

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In this episode of The Messy Middle, Ali sits down with Carly Matthews—a motherhood and newborn photographer, mom of four, and TMA member—to talk about building a profitable photography business while raising babies. Carly shares her biggest wins from 2025, including how she pivoted her scheduling to better serve her family, traveled for three weeks without stopping her business momentum, and shifted her mindset around client communication. This conversation is full of practical encouragement for photographers navigating the beautiful chaos of motherhood and entrepreneurship.

Topics Covered:

Pivoting your schedule to fit your season of life (weekdays vs. weekends)

Running your business while traveling with young kids

Staying neutral in client communication to reduce stress

Building long-term client relationships through genuine connection

Knowing yourself as a creative and setting boundaries accordingly

Finding work-life balance when you're a mom of multiples

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