Called to Stand Out: Balancing Motherhood and Business, Confidence and Motivation for Photographers

Called to Stand Out: Balancing Motherhood and Business, Confidence and Motivation for Photographers

Do you feel like you’re barely surviving most days, trying to balance motherhood and a business that seems more like an expensive hobby? Like YOU KNOW that God put this dream in your heart but you can’t shut up the negative thoughts every time you get sucked down the comparison spiral or start to hit burnout again? Over the last ten years the Lord has been so faithful in leading me to grow my photography business in a way that honors him and honors my family. We’re doing business a different way over here and in this podcast I’m sharing all the ways I’ve been able to truly find joy and even peace in the chaos of it all. Website: www.marinaanayaphotography.com Instagram: @marinaanayaphotography Community: https://bit.ly/calledtostandoutpodcast

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February 23, 2026 • 17 mins
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I'm sure you've heard it because it's such a common buzz word, but shooting to have a six-figure business may be hurting you more than helping.

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Welcome to the Called to Stand out podcast!

Do you feel like you’re barely surviving most days, trying to balance motherhood and a business that seems more like an expensive hobby? Like YOU KNOW that God put this dream in your heart but you can’t shut up the negative thoughts every time y...

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Would you believe me if I told you I actually really enjoy social media?? Let's ditch the pressure to be a content creator just to be successful in our businesses!

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Welcome to the Called to Stand out podcast!

Do you feel like you’re barely surviving most days, trying to balance motherhood and a business that seems more like an expensive hobby? Like YOU KNOW that God put this dream in your heart but you can’t shut up the negative t...

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February 2, 2026 • 14 mins

There are so many coaches, mentors and educators out there it can feel overwhelming trying to choose the right one. In this episode, I share my tips on how you can find the right person for you!

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Welcome to the Called to Stand out podcast!

Do you feel like you’re barely surviving most days, trying to balance motherhood and a business that seems more like an expensive hobby? Like YOU KNOW that God put this dream in your heart but y...

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With so much free information out there at your fingertips, do you really need to hire a business coach or mentor?? In this episode, we'll talk about when you should (or shouldn't!).

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Welcome to the Called to Stand out podcast!

Do you feel like you’re barely surviving most days, trying to balance motherhood and a business that seems more like an expensive hobby? Like YOU KNOW that God put this dream in your heart but you can’t shu...

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January 19, 2026 • 4 mins

Just a quick little encouragement and update on a random monday morning for you!

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Welcome to the Called to Stand out podcast!

Do you feel like you’re barely surviving most days, trying to balance motherhood and a business that seems more like an expensive hobby? Like YOU KNOW that God put this dream in your heart but you can’t shut up the negative thoughts every time you get sucked down the comparison spiral or start to hit burnou...

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January 12, 2026 • 13 mins

One of the questions I get asked alllll the timeeee is "how do you balance it all???!" Truuust me, it's been a journey to even begin to feel like balance has been achieved and it changes with the seasons. I hope this episode gives you some practical ways you can start to find the balance in your own life and business! 

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January 6, 2025 • 14 mins

what better way to start the year than to honor the Lord by bringing him into our businesses?

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Welcome to the Called to Stand out podcast!

Do you feel like you’re barely surviving most days, trying to balance motherhood and a business that seems more like an expensive hobby? Like YOU KNOW that God put this dream in your heart but you can’t shut up the negative thoughts every time you get sucked down the comparison spiral or start ...

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December 30, 2024 • 20 mins

on today's episode we're talking about those not fun situations when you have to deal with a difficult client, and how I've learned to manage those tricky situations.

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Hey friend, are you a photographer mama feeling like a crazy person just trying to balance motherhood and a photography business that just isn’t paying the bills? You KNOW God put this dream in your heart but you can’t shut up the negative self-talk as you get suck...

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December 30, 2024 • 12 mins

it's been a roller coaster but it feels sooo good to be back!!!!!!

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Welcome to the Called to Stand out podcast!

Do you feel like you’re barely surviving most days, trying to balance motherhood and a business that seems more like an expensive hobby? Like YOU KNOW that God put this dream in your heart but you can’t shut up the negative thoughts every time you get sucked down the comparison spiral or start to hit burnout again? 

 

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What if I told you Instagram doesn't have to feel toxic? It's time to check your online space and make use of the block, unfollow and mute buttons!

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Hey friend, are you a photographer mama feeling like a crazy person just trying to balance motherhood and a photography business that just isn’t paying the bills? You KNOW God put this dream in your heart but you can’t shut up the negative self-talk as you get sucked down the compari...

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May 29, 2023 • 17 mins

Oh man, today's episode has been a long time coming! If you've ever felt like someone copied you or you were accused of copying someone, I promise you'll want to listen to this episode.

 

Steal Like an Artist book

 

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Hey friend, are you a photographer mama feeling like a crazy person just trying to balance motherhood and a photography business that just isn’t paying the bills? You KNOW God put this dream in your heart but you can...

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Have you ever asked yourself if we're to blame for all these unrealistic beauty standards? Today's episode I'm sure will ruffle some feathers and may be exposing the photography community as a whole but I believe it's an important topic to discuss and work on.

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Hey friend, are you a photographer mama feeling like a crazy person just trying to balance motherhood and a photography business that just isn’t paying the bills? You KNOW...

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Today's episode is a lot more unscripted but I hope it encourages you wherever you are! If you've been overwhelmed with social media and all the noise around having a photography business, so much so that you've lost sight of why you started in the first place, this is the episode for you.

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Hey friend, are you a photographer mama feeling like a crazy person just trying to balance motherhood and a photography business that just is...

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May 8, 2023 • 15 mins

Identity crisis is probably a really strong way to put it but that's basically the headspace I've been in for the past season. So many things are shifting and changing in my photography business and in my heart, but we're finally okay with that. Here's to figuring out together how to grow our businesses in a different way; to honor the Lord and our families. I hope this episode encourages you, friend!

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Hi friend! In this episode we're talking about 3 things that are simple to do but can make a huge difference in the amount of clients you book by helping you look like a legitimate business and build up your credibility for others to have confidence in investing with you.

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Hi friend! Do you have a love/hate relationship with Instagram?? In this episode I'm giving you the tools to simplify your marketing strategy on social media so that you can get back your time and start using Instagram as the marketing tool that it was meant to be, without it turning into a second job.

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I’ve been in that vicious burnout cycle, wondering if I could turn this creative outlet into a real-deal business that could sup...

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Burnout is NOT in anymore, okay?? There's a better way to run a business that can lead to so much more joy and fulfillment, I promise! In this episode we're diving into why you should set boundaries and how you can figure out what those should look like in your business.

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Hi friend! Are you starting to get antsy with all the extra time that it feels like you have after the busiest season has come to an end?? I have a few tips for you in today's episode that'll help you make the most of the down time so the rest of your year goes smoothly!

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I know I'm not the only one that has struggled with balancing motherhood and business. It's so rough sometimes!!! Here's the top thing I wish someone had told me before actually becoming a mama about being a work from home mama entrepreneur that would've helped me feel less alone. If you're struggling too, trust me, you're not alone and it does get better!

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