Resources
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I'm Allison
As a 30 year employee, becoming an entrepreneur has been a life experience riding the learning curve. Starting my own business in a new province, with no network really meant starting from ground zero.
I want to share with you some of the resources, tips & tools I have used, and a few key people/businesses I have discovered along the way.
REFERRALS
Have Wi-Fi will travel. These digital service based businesses are also here for you whether you live on the east coast, the west coast, or anywhere in between (and a couple do!)
Nicole is a Marketing & Sales Strategist + Certified StoryBrand Guide so your website and sales funnels convert.
Nicole helps companies raise the bar in their Customer Experience and be the first choice, repeat choice, and referral choice for their customers.
A Holistic Nutritionist driven to ban brain fog & increase energy in menopausal women.
Jill is an Active Aging Coach through Realignment Yoga. Discover her online classes.
Lisette does HR Training and support for Nova Scotia based companies. as well as DISC workshops.
Dandelion Journals
Perfect for the creative entrepreneur (& fellow base brat).
4 styles available on Amazon.
Order yours here: https://www.amazon.com/author/allisonjsmith
Also available: The Photoshoot Planners for Brand & Business Photographers. The Entrepreneurs Planners. Wishes & Workflows.
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Strategic Brand Photography: Why It’s Worth the Investment
You’re Not Just Paying for Photos. You’re Investing in Strategic Brand Photography. If you’ve ever looked at photography pricing and thought, “Wait, how is this session a few hundred dollars and that one is a couple thousand?” you’re not alone. And no, it’s not just about how many photos you get. It’s about the purpose…
Website Updates to Elevate Your Brand in 2026
Let’s make sure your website updates reflect where you are now, and where you’re heading. The beginning of the year is a perfect time to revisit your online presence. Not because your site is broken, but because you’re growing. And if you’re a service-based entrepreneur who’s been in business for a few years (or decades),…
Analogue Props That Make Brand Photos Feel More Real
Let’s be real, most service based brand photos lean heavy on screens. Laptops, phones, earbuds, repeat. But here’s the shift: more of my clients are asking for photos that feel grounded and real. They’re moving away from purely digital scenes and want brand photos that actually reflect how they think, plan, and work. That’s where…
