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
What happens when you sit in complete silence for 10 days—no talking, no technology, no eye contact, no distractions? In this episode, I take you inside my Vipassana meditation retreat, where I spent over 100 hours in silence and came face-to-face with my mind in ways I never expected. From nearly having a panic attack on Day 4, to watching a cobra almost kill my neighbor, to a tiny fly teaching me a profound lesson on...
What if your work was so distinct that people could recognize it instantly—without even seeing your name attached to it? That’s the power of a signature style. In today’s episode, I’m diving deep into what it really means to develop an artistic voice that sets you apart in the photography industry.
If you’ve ever felt like your work blends in or that you’re creating for others instead of yourself, this epi...
In this episode of Play It Brave, I sit down with Dr. Chelsea Shields, an expert in luxury branding and strategy for billion-dollar businesses. We dive deep into how prestige brands set themselves apart in the market and explore the essential elements that make a brand luxurious. Whether you’re a small business owner, entrepreneur, or creative professional, this episode will show you how to apply luxury branding principles to your ...
In today’s episode of Play It Brave, we’re exploring the often-overlooked aspects of branding that go beyond logos and fonts. Dr. Chelsea Shields, a 4x TED speaker and expert in placebo effects and human behavior, joins me to share her powerful insights into building trust with your audience. We dive into how body language, communication style, and relatability can transform how your audience perceives you and...
Branding is the foundation of any successful business, but it’s often misunderstood or overlooked. Whether you’re running a small creative business or scaling to seven figures, these five essential truths will help you craft a brand that connects, converts, and thrives. This episode with branding expert, Dr. Chelsea Shields dives into actionable insights you can use today.
In this episode of Play It Brave, I sit down with my coaching client Hayley Richardson, the powerhouse behind Intimately You, a multi six-figure boudoir photography studio in Sydney, Australia. Known for her high-end aesthetic and all-female team, Hayley’s mission is to empower women to embrace their bodies and confidence through the art of boudoir photography.
Today, I’m coaching Hayley on how to create a freebie sales funnel that...
As we build our businesses, we're often focused on the here and now. But have you considered the profound impact your ancestral lineage can have on your journey?
By tapping into the wisdom and resilience of our ancestors, we unlock new avenues for growth, innovation, and authentic connection. The path to building a luxury enterprise is not always linear. Sometimes, it requires us to look back in order to m...
Mary Hyatt, an expert in embodiment and alignment, provided valuable insights this week on the Play It Brave podcast. True alignment is not about doing more, but about living authentically and honoring your true self, rather than wearing masks to seek love and avoid pain. Mary shared her own journey of recognizing the masks she wore, and how misalignment manifests through symptoms like anxiety, procrastination, and sel...
D'Arcy Benincosa shares her insights on the "game of money" and how to create a thriving cash flow in her latest episode of the Play It Brave podcast. As a coach who has helped countless clients transform their relationship with money, D'Arcy's is here to guide you on your journey to abundance and financial empowerment.
There’s still time to join D’Arcy’s Profitable Portfolio course and five-week mastermind, starting October 9. Think of how your business can grow in just five weeks, with personalized coaching and portfolio review from D’Arcy herself, live accountability and community support from an incredible group of like-minded photographers, proven strategies for booking higher-paying clients, confidence and clarity about your pri...
There is a limited time to jump into D’Arcy’s Profitable Portfolio course and five-week mastermind. Think of how your business can grow in just five weeks, with personalized coaching and portfolio review from D’Arcy herself, live accountability and community support from an incredible group of like-minded photographers, proven strategies for booking higher-paying clients, confidence and clarity about your pricing and p...
In the latest episode of the Play It Brave Podcast, D'Arcy Benincosa is joined by two of her photography mastermind students, Monica and Cora, to discuss their transformative experiences in her Profitable Portfolio course and five-week mastermind.
Monica, who was feeling burned out shooting 30 weddings a year, found the confidence and clarity she needed to attract her dream clients and book her highest package to date....
This week, Play It Brave welcomes back Jen Olmstead, the co-founder and lead designer of Tonic Site Shop. Jen shares her insights on the importance of having a well-designed website, especially for creative entrepreneurs and photographers. She discusses the common mistakes people make with their websites, the benefits of taking control of your online presence, and the keys to creating a luxury website experience.
In this episode, D'Arcy discusses the power of storytelling in engaging audiences and driving action. She helps course creators, coaches, consultants, and wedding professionals become better storytellers to sell their services and products. She shares her own story and emphasizes the importance of origin stories and the hero's journey in effective storytelling. D'Arcy also addresses dealing with haters and the significance of stayi...
This week on Play It Brave, our guest (and D’Arcy’s actual lawyer) Paige Hulse shares valuable insights on crafting airtight contracts, including tips for creating payment plans, copyright assignments, and non-disparagement clauses. She also introduces her brand new cutting-edge AI-powered tool (seriously, this is going to blow your mind!) called the Foundry Contract Builder, part of the Creative Law Shop, which helps ...
In this episode, guest Sandra Chuma shares her journey of self-discovery and empowerment. After achieving outward indicators of success based on a lifestyle of ‘chasing’ and burnout, Sandra began to explore her values, emotions, and vision for her life. She learned to view her emotions as signposts. With this new sense of direction, she began to clarify her values, which, in turn, helped her identify her true prioritie...
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...
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