{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6307aac26756a30015c2f099/6ad7ce3a12d1ac4b5ecbb0e2?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"224: Why We Changed Everything About the Retreat with Colie James","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6307aac26756a30015c2f099/1792527565309-851248ce-e6db-4398-8573-f4b698977437.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>What if the most valuable thing you could bring home from a photography retreat wasn&#39;t a gorgeous portfolio of images, but a business that actually felt lighter, clearer, and more aligned with the life you want to live? That&#39;s exactly the question behind the biggest changes I&#39;m making to Root to Rise in 2027. In this special bonus episode, Colie James is taking over the mic to interview me about what&#39;s changing, what&#39;s staying, and why I&#39;m more excited than ever about the future of this mastermind.</p><p><br></p><p>After eight rounds of Root to Rise, I&#39;ve learned a lot about what women photographers actually need to grow successful businesses. We&#39;re talking about the major changes I made to the online mastermind experience, why I&#39;m officially removing family photo sessions from the retreat, and how our March 2027 gathering will be designed around getting meaningful work done.</p><p><br></p><p>The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you’re trying to find balance in this exciting place you’re in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you <em>shoot it straight</em>. </p><p><br></p><p>This episode is brought to you by <a href=\"http://sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlist\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Root To Rise</a>, a high-touch mastermind for established female photographers ready to lead their business, not just run it. Over the six-month experience, you’ll gain clarity on your vision and offers, build sustainable systems, and get to know the most supportive community of women. The program also includes lessons with incredible industry experts, weekly calls, and ongoing accountability. Sign up today to join the waitlist.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Review the Show Notes:</strong></p><p>02:20 - Root to Rise Overhaul</p><p>04:31 - New Support Structure</p><p>08:41 - Retreat Pause and Return</p><p>10:21 - No More Photo Sessions</p><p>19:36 - What Replaces Shoots</p><p>22:30 - Teach Then Implement</p><p>27:49 - Nashville Dates and Travel</p><p>28:57 - Waitlist and Launch Details</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Mentioned in this Episode:</strong></p><p>Root to Rise: <a href=\"https://sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlist/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlist</a></p><p>Ladybird Management: <a href=\"https://www.ladybirdmgmt.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">ladybirdmgmt.com</a></p><p>Business Bestie Chat Q4 with Colie James: <a href=\"https://sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/221-business-bestie-chat-q4-with-colie-james/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/221-business-bestie-chat-q4-with-colie-james</a></p>","author_name":"Sabrina Gebhardt"}