Ep 4 - Letting Go, Leaning In, and Loving the Process with Brandi Allyse

About this episode

Brandi Allyse shares her journey in photography and balancing motherhood with her careers while discussing the importance of authenticity and connection in business.

In this episode, Erin and Stacy sit down with the radiant and refreshingly real Brandi Allyse. Brandi is a wedding photographer, social-media creator, mom of two, and all-around multi-hat-wearing woman navigating a beautifully full season of life. Together they dig into Brandi’s unexpected journey into photography, how she built a thriving business through authenticity and connection, and why leaning into social media (even when it feels intimidating) can actually help women-owned businesses flourish. Brandi opens up about juggling motherhood with two careers, the partnership that makes it all possible, and the constant dance between mom-guilt, ambition, joy, and capacity. The conversation turns heartfelt and hilarious as the trio talks about aging, boy bands, shifting identities, friendships that keep us grounded, and the art of choosing what brings you joy as you enter a new decade of life. If you’re a woman trying to balance business, motherhood, purpose, and the ever-changing rhythms of your own becoming, this episode will feel like a deep exhale and a warm hug reminding you that you’re not alone, and you’re doing better than you think. Connect with Brandi…

People in this episode

Hosts: Erin, Stacy

Guest: Brandi Allyse

Topics covered

• photography
• social media
• motherhood
• women-owned businesses
• personal growth

Keywords

• business
• joy
• identity
• friendship
• mom-guilt

Mentioned in this episode

Products: photography, social media tools

Books & works: Letting Go, Leaning In

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