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

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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

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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

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