Shoot It Straight

Hosted by Sabrina Gebhardt

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Nov 2026

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Welcome to the Shoot It Straight Podcast, where host, Sabrina Gebhardt shares an honest take on what it’s like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. Sabrina and her guests get vulnerable, through honest conversations and relatable stories, because they’re willing to go there. From sharing her own experiences of being a photographer and small business owner since 2011 to bringing in the perspectives of other creatives pursuing all avenues of entrepreneurship, this podcast was made for the creative business owner. 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 shoot is straight. Review full show notes at sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast . Connect with Sabrina: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardt facebook.com/sabrinagphoto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 10, 202629 min

226: Is It the Calendar or Is It Fear?

Are you considering investing in education, but not entirely sure if it’s right for you? In today’s episode, I’m making a case for why you should AND why you shouldn’t invest in a program right now. Plus, I’m sharing some additional clarifying questions that will help you make your decision. 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 shoot it straight . This episode is brought to you by Root To Rise , 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. Review the Show Notes: Why you shouldn’t join a mastermind right now (2:51) Is it fear holding you back? (11:45) Questions to help you make your decision (21:10) How to know if you’re the right fit for Root to Rise (23:21) Mentioned in this Episode: Root to Rise: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind Root to Rise Waitlist: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlist Root to Rise Book a Call: sabrinagebhardt.com/rtr-interest Connect with Sabrina: Website: sabrinagebhardt.com Instagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardt TikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

November 3, 202623 min

225: I Coach You To Use Data - Here’s How I Use It On Myself

I’ve hosted so many rounds of my Root to Rise mastermind; you may be wondering how I decide what to include or cut from the program. In today’s episode, I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes look at recent changes to the program. Plus, how I coach myself through making these decisions. 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 shoot it straight . Review the Show Notes: Guest experts (2:21) Co-coaches (4:11) I cut Voxer hours (5:50) I cut the book club (8:58) I cut the retreat photo sessions (11:43) What’s being added to Root To Rise (15:03) What I want you to hear in this episode (19:08) Mentioned in this Episode: Root to Rise: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlist Root to Rise Book a Call: sabrinagebhardt.com/rtr-interest Connect with Sabrina: Website: sabrinagebhardt.com Instagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardt TikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

October 29, 202633 min

224: Why We Changed Everything About the Retreat with Colie James

What if the most valuable thing you could bring home from a photography retreat wasn'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's exactly the question behind the biggest changes I'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's changing, what's staying, and why I'm more excited than ever about the future of this mastermind. After eight rounds of Root to Rise, I've learned a lot about what women photographers actually need to grow successful businesses. We're talking about the major changes I made to the online mastermind experience, why I'm officially removing family photo sessions from the retreat, and how our March 2027 gathering will be designed around getting meaningful work done. 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 shoot it straight . This episode is brought to you by Root To Rise , 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. Review the Show Notes: 02:20 - Root to Rise Overhaul 04:31 - New Support Structure 08:41 - Retreat Pause and Return 10:21 - No More Photo Sessions 19:36 - What Replaces Shoots 22:30 - Teach Then Implement 27:49 - Nashville Dates and Travel 28:57 - Waitlist and Launch Details Mentioned in this Episode: Root to Rise: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlist Ladybird Management: ladybirdmgmt.com Business Bestie Chat Q4 with Colie James: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/221-business-bestie-chat-q4-with-colie-james Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

October 27, 202622 min

223: Why I Won’t Sell You Quick Wins

I am not a coach that is going to sell you quick wins. Instead, in today’s episode, I’m sharing 5 stories of women who have been in my Root To Rise Mastermind and the lasting change that we created for their businesses. Plus, what to expect if you want to create real change in your own business. 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 shoot it straight . This episode is brought to you by Root To Rise , 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. Review the Show Notes: Kayla (5:31) Brittany (8:24) Kelly (11:57) Goldie (14:40) Myra (16:48) Mentioned in this Episode: Root to Rise: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlist Connect with Sabrina: Website: sabrinagebhardt.com Instagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardt TikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

October 20, 202620 min

222: You’re Not Confused. You’re Too Close To It.

Are you too close to your business to figure out why you’re stuck? In my experience, the answer is probably yes. In today’s episode, I’m sharing a few stories about the impact that an outside pair of eyes can have on your business. 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 shoot it straight . This episode is brought to you by Root To Rise , 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. Review the Show Notes: How this issue showed up in my mastermind (2:04) The coaching call that got me unstuck (4:05) Asking for help from a friend and fellow coach (5:29) You need somebody on the outside (6:56) You have an emotional attachment to each part of your business (7:41) You are justifying an overcomplicated process (10:19) Your ideas are contradicting one another (11:34) You are continually looking for a different answer (13:21) A coach can give you unique solutions (14:13) Get outside eyes by being in the room (16:04) Is there someone that deeply knows you and your business? (17:32) Mentioned in this Episode: Root to Rise: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlist Connect with Sabrina: Website: sabrinagebhardt.com Instagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardt TikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

October 15, 202639 min

221: Business Bestie Chat Q4 with Colie James

What do you do when your business bestie is building an entirely new business while you're just trying to keep your head above water? You hit record and talk about it, obviously. Colie James and I are back for another quarterly Biz Bestie Chat, and this time we're sharing two completely different Q3 experiences. While Colie spent her summer learning how to vibe code, building an app, and creating an entire CRM from scratch, I was navigating one of the most emotionally challenging transitions of motherhood: sending my daughter off to college. I knew it was going to be hard personally, but I wasn't prepared for how much it would impact my motivation and energy in my business. And you know what? I gave myself permission to slow down. In this episode, we're getting honest about what Q3 actually looked like behind the scenes, what we're celebrating, and what we're rethinking as we head into Q4. I'm sharing how the new format of Root to Rise is going, why I decided not to host a retreat this fall, and what I'm doing differently as I prepare for the 2027 launch. 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 shoot it straight . Mentioned in this episode: The Experience Edit: coliejames.com/the-experience-edit Root to Rise: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlist First Class Lounge: sabrinagebhardt.com/membership Summer Camp: sabrina-gebhardt.myflodesk.com/summercamp Our Quarterly Business Bestie Chats: Q2 2026: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/194-q2-2026-business-bestie-chat-with-colie-james Q1 2026: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/183-q1-2026-business-bestie-chat-with-colie-james Q4 2025: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/165-q4-2025-business-bestie-chat-with-colie-james Q3 2025: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/q3-business-besties-chat-with-colie-james Q2 2025: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/q2-2025-business-bestie-chat-with-colie-james Q1 2025: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/128-q1-2025-business-bestie-chat Q4 2024: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/q4-business-bestie-chat-with-colie-james Q3 2024: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/q3-business-besties-chat-with-colie-james Q2 2024: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/88-q2-business-besties-chat-with-colie-james Q1 2024: sabrinagebhardt.com/podcast/75-quarterly-business-chat-with-colie-james Connect with Colie: Podcast: coliejames.com/podcast Instagram: instagram.com/coliejames Website: coliejames.com Connect with Sabrina: Website: sabrinagebhardt.com Instagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardt TikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

October 13, 202623 min

220: Busy By Choice: Your Definition of Success This Fall

Busy season is here, but… you don’t feel busy. And it’s making you nervous. Is your business failing? In today’s episode, I’m here to remind you that nothing is wrong with your business. In fact, it might be that you’ve actually built a business that doesn’t overwhelm you during the busy season. 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 shoot it straight . This episode is brought to you by Root To Rise , 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. Review the Show Notes: We have been trained to view success wrong (5:11) You’re purposely less busy (8:35) Throwing up discounted minis (10:05) Saying yes to work that you’ve already retired (12:27) Deciding you’re failing based on a feeling (13:04) Rewrite how you are tracking success (17:27) Look at the freedom with gratitude (18:54) You built this intentionally (19:44) Mentioned in this Episode: Root to Rise: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlist Connect with Sabrina: Website: sabrinagebhardt.com Instagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardt TikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

October 6, 202623 min

219: The Capacity Math Every Photographer Should Know

Do you know how many sessions you truly need? In today’s episode, we’re doing capacity math and figuring out the sweet spot as far as how many sessions you have. Plus, a reminder that you’re booking based on your capacity, not your availability. 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 shoot it straight . This episode is brought to you by Root To Rise , 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. Review the Show Notes: Why we keep booking based on availability (2:49) My client who was working far beyond her capacity (5:24) The time behind every session (13:23) Where to start with your capacity (17:40) Mentioned in this Episode: Root to Rise: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlist Connect with Sabrina: Website: sabrinagebhardt.com Instagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardt TikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

September 29, 202622 min

218: Stop Solving the Loudest Problem in Your Business

Are you avoiding the root problem in your business? In this episode, I’m sharing how I often see business owners solving their loudest problems, when honestly… it’s the quieter issues that need your attention the most. Today, I’m diving into some of those deeper issues and how to diagnose what your business actually needs. 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 shoot it straight . This episode is brought to you by Root To Rise , 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. Review the Show Notes: Vision (4:14) Offer (6:08) Profitability (7:35) Capacity (9:03) Operations (12:57) Marketing (14:32) Diagnosing your problem (16:06) Mentioned in this Episode: Root to Rise: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlist Connect with Sabrina: Website: sabrinagebhardt.com Instagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardt TikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

September 22, 202621 min

217: Your Business Has Outgrown The Way You Run It

The habits that built your business might now be the ones that are hurting it. In today’s episode, I’m sharing 5 ways your business may have outgrown the way you’re running it. Plus, my own experience running an outdated business and what needs to be changed for yours to finally feel easier. 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 shoot it straight . This episode is brought to you by Root To Rise , 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. Review the Show Notes: You’ve been making it work (1:42) My own experience running an outdated business (3:54) You’re saying yes to everything (7:01) You’re customizing everything (10:34) You’re personally touching every single task (12:24) You’re following every marketing tip (14:11) You’re treating your availability as the same as your capacity (16:08) Mentioned in this Episode: Root to Rise: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlist Connect with Sabrina: Website: sabrinagebhardt.com Instagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardt TikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.