Play It Brave Podcast
The podcast for brave creatives who live in a world that wants you to play it safe. It's time to face facts: You are an indestructible woman fused with super powers that defy convention. Am I right? If so, then this podcast is for you! In Play It Brave, D'Arcy Benincosa dives in deep to her wit and wisdom to teach you about creative a life full of mindset, money, and marketing miracles! Let's get started!
Episodes
In this episode, D'Arcy is live with Wedvibes and coaches luxury wedding photographers, florists, and planners on how to create a truly luxury brand. She covers desire marketing, curating your brand, and showing brand proof before she dives into a live coaching session. This episode is a gold mine for anyone in the luxury wedding market. Hit play!
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In this episode, D'Arcy discusses how to raise your frequency and vibration to attract wealth and abundance in all areas of your life. She emphasizes the importance of self-love, conscious beliefs, and positive thoughts in raising your vibration. D'Arcy provides practical tips and strategies for increasing your frequency, such as practicing kindness, spending time in nature, and engaging in activities that bring you joy. She also h...
In this episode, Jodi of J. Anne Photography shares her journey of transitioning from wedding photography to running a profitable studio. She discusses the reasons behind her decision to stop doing weddings and the challenges she faced in setting up her studio. Jodi also talks about the importance of implementing in-person sales (IPS) and the pricing structure she uses to triple her income. She emphasizes the significance of printi...
In this episode, Hilary Billings, a viral content creator and CEO of Attentioneers, shares her expertise in capturing and keeping attention online. She discusses her journey in understanding the intentional nature of viral videos and the struggle to create successful content. Hilary highlights the key components of successful viral videos and the importance of understanding different platforms and their audiences. She also emphasiz...
In this episode of the Play It Brave Podcast, D'Arcy Benincosa and her guest Sophie Epton discuss the topic of living the dream and building a business abroad. They share their personal experiences of moving to different countries and the challenges and rewards that come with it. They emphasize the importance of following your heart and taking risks, as well as the need to plan and prepare for the move. They also talk about the ben...
In this episode, D'Arcy interviews Jennifer Moher, a wedding photographer known for her emotional and nostalgic style. They discuss Jennifer's unconventional start in photography, her approach to weddings as a director, and the influence of movies on her work. Jennifer shares her journey of shifting towards capturing authentic emotion and creating emotional connections with her couples. They also explore the b...
In this episode, D'Arcy discusses the values that a brand needs to have to be considered luxury and why simply calling yourself luxury is not enough. She also explores the importance of tapping into creativity and the feminine flow in order to grow a successful business. D'Arcy emphasizes the need to break free from societal stories and patterns that hold us back and to prioritize self-care and rest. She also touches on the concept...
Learn the ins and outs of breaking into the luxury wedding photography market with Rebecca Yale and I. We cover the crucial role of practice and pricing strategies for success. Tune in now!
Meet Rebecca Yale:
Rebecca is a world renowned, brilliant photographer and educator based in California. She has been named one of the top photographers in the world by Harper's Bazaar and Bride's Magazine and included in 100's of publications ...
One of the most common questions I get is how to get on Preferred Vendor Lists, and I’ve brought on the owner of Rachael Ellen Events to personally answer your questions and teach you the do’s and don’ts of connecting with wedding planners. What are you waiting for? Push play already!
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In this episode, D'Arcy and Peyton cover a variety of skills and strategies to becoming a luxury wedding filmmaker. They discus finding your own vision, how to price yourself, how to deal with clients, and how to deliver a truly exception and luxury experience for clients. Hit play!
Meet Peyton Frank:
Peyton is a luxury destination wedding, commercial, and editorial cin...
In this episode, I'm delving into the secret sauce of crafting wow factor images that not only capture attention but also resonate with luxury photography clients. Hit play!
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NOTE: This episode originally aired on Sep 14, 2023.
In this episode D'Arcy and Elisabetta discuss what it's like to grow a luxury photography business from the ground up. They chat about the importance of being true to yourself, how to improve your styled shoots to attract your dream clients, and the power of collaboration. They even touch on enjoying the journey and not rushing growth as a luxury photographer. Hit play!
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In this episode, D’Arcy and Nicole discuss powerful pricing strategies for creative businesses. Discover how to set yourself apart from the competition through innovation, prioritize profitability while staying true to your artistic vision, and leverage workshops to attract aligned clients. Tune in for strategies and inspiration to help you build a successful and sustainable creative business. Hit play!
In this episode, D’Arcy and Ayanah discuss what it’s like to pursue a creative endeavor. They discuss where they source inspiration, how to build confidence, and how to handle rejection. They even dive into some of their favorite photographs and how they created them. Hit play!
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In this episode, Bridget Wood and D'Arcy chat about the stept that took Bridget from a struggling creative to a thriving, multi-six figure family photographer and educator. They dive into defining your target audience, figuring out your niche, and dialing in the customer experience. Hit play!
Meet Bridget Wood:
Bridget Wood, is a sought after Australian portrait photographer who has captured the hearts of many families around the...
In this episode, D’Arcy and Whitney discuss how to get started as a product photographer, how to pitch to brands, and how to make more money as a product photographer. They touch on money mindset, what camera settings and editing tools Whitney uses, and how to land and keep valuable clients. Hit play!
Meet Whitney Finuf:
Whitney Finuf specializes in stylish imagery for beauty and wellness bra...
In this epsiode, D'Arcy touches on 5 ways you're limiting your own successes. She talks about everything from your ego to resitsting the things you actually want to be doing. Finally, she talks about what it means to build a business that allows you to live the life of your dreams. Hit play!
In this episode, D'Arcy dives into how to get your clients to say yes (it's probably not how you think!). She highlights building confidence and addressing client objections. Strategies for effective calls and being unattached to outcomes are shared. D'Arcy encourages overcoming insecurities, taking action and mindset shifts. She talks about effortlessly booking clients by understanding needs, building trust, effective communicatio...
In this episode, D'Arcy gives you everything you need to know to stop trading your time for money and start building wealth. She talks about how every industry and every person can make more passive income through digital products, courses, writing, and doing the things that they love. Hit play!
In this episode, D'Arcy dives into the shifting dynamics of social media, the demise of cookies, the power of customer avatars, monetizing your audience, and the art of staying ahead of the curve. She explores how to set your business up to avoid the biggest marketing mistakes of 2024 and grow your business among the changing social landscape. Hit play.
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