As a small business owner, you've likely lost many nights of sleep thinking about the future of your business...
You have the perfect idea for a new Business venture, but the idea of a pivot leaves you feeling OVERWHELMED without a clear path forward.
You know you want to grow your team, but are worried about finding the perfect people to compliment you and your work.
You want to live out your values in your business, but seem to struggle when trying to Attract clients who share these values.
You know a podcast would be the perfect marketing tool for your business, but have no idea where to start.
You've heard from sooo many people about the magic of tiktok marketing, but are craving guidance in creating and executing a social media marketing strategy that actually works
YOU HAVE LOTS OF IDEAS ON HOW TO MOVE YOUR BUSINESS FORWARD, BUT REALLY WISH YOU HAD SOMEONE TO CELEBRATE YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND HOLD YOU ACCOUNTABLE TO YOUR GOALS.
As a small business owner, you've likely lost many nights of sleep thinking about the future of your business...
You have the perfect idea for a new Business venture, but the idea of a pivot leaves you feeling OVERWHELMED without a clear path forward.
You know you want to grow your team, but are worried about finding the perfect people to compliment you and your work.
You want to live out your values in your business, but seem to struggle when trying to Attract clients who share these values.
YOU HAVE LOTS OF IDEAS ON HOW TO MOVE YOUR BUSINESS FORWARD, BUT REALLY WISH YOU HAD SOMEONE TO CELEBRATE YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND HOLD YOU ACCOUNTABLE TO YOUR GOALS.
Feeling lost in your business? I've been there. Being an entrepreneur and small business owner is HARD, but with the right support and guidance, it can be one of the most rewarding things you'll ever do.
When I first started my business (and many times since then), I relied on the guidance and support of the incredible entrepreneurs who came before me. Even with this support, I had to many many of my own mistakes along the way, especially as a Black woman carving my way in an industry dominated by white entrepreneurs with access to resources and generational wealth not available to me.
Now, after 5 years of running my own business, I want to help YOU. I'm now offering virtual coaching calls, and trust me when I say you don't want to miss it!
Meet your new business bestie
Meet your new business bestie
I’m Celisia, a small business owner, wedding/portrait photographer, podcast host, debate coach, and all-around entrepreneur!
My story starts in 2017 when I picked up a DSLR for the first time to take photos for the summer debate camp I started with my now-fiancé, Andrew. From the moment I snapped my first photos, I was hooked. I kept learning what I could about photography, taking photos of anyone who would pay me!
After a year of building a photography business as a side hustle, I took the scary leap, quit my day job, and worked tirelessly to build Celisia Stanton Photography into a sustainable, thriving business. And it worked!
Then, March 2020 hit, and the entire wedding industry was thrown into crisis.
I was juggling multiple wedding reschedules in the middle of a global pandemic, and for the first time, the future of my business was uncertain. I live in Minneapolis, and that summer George Floyd was murdered by police officers a few miles from my house.
As a result, I began sharing my beliefs and perspectives on systemic racism, power, and under-taught history on my Instagram account @celisiastanton for the first time. As a Black Latina woman raised by same-sex parents in the midwest, I’ve always had a personal investment in racial justice and the liberation of all people. But I’d often keep talk about politics and the issues I cared most about separate from my business. Before that summer, I’d always been told to be careful when sharing my opinions publicly to avoid alienating potential clients and sabotaging my income.
But that summer was different – I just couldn’t stay quiet anymore. And the best part was that people seemed to like what I had to say. I found my personal and business platforms growing practically overnight.
As the year went on, my photography business started to pick up again, and I found I was attracting even more clients who felt alienated by a wedding industry that centers and uplifts white, straight, cis, thin couples.
I was thrilled to be able to serve clients from such diverse backgrounds and pleased that my business was falling back on track.
Flash forward to today, and I’ve expanded my team to include 3 AMAZING associate photographers who help me serve more than 100 awesome clients each year.
In 2021 I also launched my podcast Truer Crime, a show which seeks to add more research, nuance, context, and questions to the ways we engage with true crime stories.
We released 10 episodes in the first season and are currently in development for season 2. As an independent podcast producer without a distribution company behind me, I’ve grown the podcast following including an audience of more than 160k followers on TikTok and more than 900 Apple Podcast reviews with an average of 4.9 stars. Truer Crime has also been featured in PopSugar, Mashable (twice!), and the podcast “Terrible, Thanks for Asking.”
I know just how hard it's been to start, run, and grow my businesses, and Now I want to help you grow yours!
Solopreneur or not, everyone needs people in their court. People who will cheer for your successes, help you muscle through the difficulties, and push you to achieve your wildest dreams.
I started virtual coaching calls because I know those people can sometimes be hard to find, especially when you're carving your own path as a business owner. I've experienced it first hand, and know just how valuable the right insight and advice can be in helping you speed towards the best possible version of your business.
On our coaching calls you'll tell me the good, bad, and ugly of your business, and I will tell you exactly what I wish someone would have told me.
I CAN'T WAIT!! <3
Included in all coaching packages:
A pre-call questionnaire so I can learn more about your business, your goals, and all your major questions! This helps ensure we make the best use of your time!!
A post-call summary with next steps and action items to help you implement what we discussed in the weeks following the call!
Discounts on long-term mentorship Packages
A Zoom call where we’ll cover any questions you have about Running Your business! Nothing's off limits!
Which Package is Right for me?
30 Minute Coaching Call
60 Minute Coaching Call
The perfect package if you have 1-2 specific questions you'd like to pick my brain about. We'll explore your biggest pain points, and you'll leave the conversation with actionable advice on potential next steps for you and your business.
Ideal if you're looking to dive deeper into 1-2 topics, cover a larger variety of topics, or explore your specific systems and how to upgrade them. We'll have more time to discuss your challenges, and for you to ask me questions about the feedback I provide. At the end of the session, you'll have actionable feedback you can use for weeks to come.
Continuous Mentorship
The best package if you're looking for ongoing accountability and a partner in your business. In addition to coaching calls included in other packages, I'll be able to help you with challenges as they present themselves. You'll also get to a What's App group where you can send me questions at any time, so you won't have to wait for a coaching call to get advice. Continuous mentorship structure and pricing varies based on your needs, and is fully customizable to ensure you get the perfect support for you and your business!
Navigating your latest pivot
Launching your dream podcast
Building and customizing your unique brand
Crafting your website
Navigating the transition to full-time self-employment
Growing a dream team
Working Smarter Not Harder: Workflows and automation
Selling strategically
Social media marketing
How to (actually) blow up on TikTok
Blogging for bookings
Budgeting and bookkeeping (without the overwhelm!!)
Attracting and supporting clients of diverse backgrounds
And tons more!
Okay, sounds cool...but what would we talk about???
Not a photographer and looking for general business advice? I gotchu!!
I've helped Business owners with a range of concerns, including:
Curating a diverse + captivating portfolio
Using prompts to help capture authentic moments
Making the most of client calls
The secret to building your perfect pricing strategy
Crafting proposals that ACTUALLY lead to bookings
Effective AND efficient client communication + management
Editing tips + tricks (aka becoming Lightroom royalty)
The magic of outsourcing
How to build a STELLAR team of associates
And more!
Are you a photographer? I know the industry like the back of my hand and I'm ready to share all my secrets, such as:
"I've worked with Celisia in a continuous mentorship program over 6 months, and I am so far beyond where I was when I started with her!"
"She has been amazing in listening to my goals, giving me solid advice and concrete actions to take, and then checking in with me to see how my progress is going between calls. Celisia is very knowledgeable (which can be seen simply by how she runs her own business), and has helped me with everything from client experience and web design to bookkeeping and business management. She holds nothing back and truly wants to see her clients grow! And look, if she sees ANY room for improvement, she's going to let you know! I love that she doesn't sugar coat things or simply tell me I'm doing a good job (if I wanted that feedback, I'd go to my mom). She's honest and promotes growth like a pro!"
-Jess
"Celisia really knows her Sh*t"
"Since working as an entrepreneur, I've really struggled finding people who understood what it means to be self-employed (I'm working! I promise!!). After chatting with Celisia, I not only feel less alone, but I feel more prepared to do the things I need to do in order to succeed in my business.
She really knows a little about everything you might be worried about as a business owner. From
"
-Olivia
How do I book?!
A signed contract and a 50% non-refundable retainer is due up front to secure your spot (you can do both right online, yay)!
Please Note: Due to scheduling constraints, I can only offer a set number of coaching calls each months. Therefore, the sooner you secure your spot, the better!
30 Minute Call
Continuous Mentorship
250
$
60 Minute
Call
400
$
