448: The Power of Saying No - Setting Boundaries for Sustainable Success

  On this week’s episode of The Heart & Hustle Podcast, we sit down with the radiant Tara Sun. Tara is an incredible author, podcaster, wife, and mom of two, whose journey of faith and entrepreneurship is nothing short of inspiring. Tara shares her powerful story of surrender: from being diagnosed with a chronic illness as a teen, to discovering God’s unexpected plan for her life, to writing her debut book Surrender Your Story: Ditch the Myth of Control and Discover Freedom in Trusting God. She opens up about the tension we feel between “girl boss” hustle culture and living surrendered to God, reminding us that true freedom is found when we loosen our grip and let Him lead. We also get a sneak peek into her upcoming book Overbooked and Overwhelmed: How to Keep Up with God When You’re Just Trying to Keep Up with Life—a timely encouragement for entrepreneurs, moms, and women juggling it all. With practical tips, biblical wisdom, and plenty of laughs along the way, this conversation is both soul-refreshing and deeply relatable. --------------------------------- Productivity Freebie: https://theheartuniversity.com/productivity --------------------------------- Honeybook: share.honeybook.com/heart  In addition to a FREE 7 day trial, get 35% off your first two years of HoneyBook! --------------------------------- Heart Apparel Shop: https://theheartuniversity.com/apparel  --------------------------------- Stay Updated with Tara: - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ - Her Podcast - https://www.tarasunministries.com/podcast - Website - https://www.tarasunministries.com/ Book Links on Amazon: Surrender Your Story - https://a.co/d/iKgvyti Overbooked and Overwhelmed - https://a.co/d/fDh5qAO --------------------------------- Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theheartuniversitychannel?si=33lzxpBA9UxKlgTE --------------------------------- If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Heart and Hustle community join our Facebook group here. --------------------------------- “PODCAST10” for 10% off anything from The Shop! www.theheartuniversity.com/shop --------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/mrslindseyroman www.instagram.com/evierupp www.instagram.com/theheartuniversity  

  In today’s episode of The Heart & Hustle Podcast, Evie and Lindsey are diving into the magic of learning to say NO — because boundaries are the secret sauce to building a business and life you actually love! From shaking off hustle-culture guilt to spotting those red-flag moments when a “yes” will drain your energy, the girls get honest, funny, and a little vulnerable about their own missteps and wins. You’ll walk away with confidence-boosting scripts, real-life stories, and a big reminder that saying no isn’t selfish — it’s powerful, freeing, and the best way to make room for your biggest dreams. --------------------------------- Posing Freebie: https://theheartuniversity.com/candid --------------------------------- Website Templates: www.theheartuniversity.com/website-templates --------------------------------- Check Out Our Course Library: https://theheartuniversity.com/courses --------------------------------- Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theheartuniversitychannel?si=33lzxpBA9UxKlgTE --------------------------------- If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Heart and Hustle community join our Facebook group here. --------------------------------- “PODCAST10” for 10% off anything from The Shop! www.theheartuniversity.com/shop --------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/mrslindseyroman www.instagram.com/evierupp www.instagram.com/theheartuniversity    

In today’s episode of The Heart & Hustle Podcast, we welcome back the powerhouse herself — Toni Collier! If you’ve ever felt like you’re too broken, too betrayed, or too worn down to keep going, this conversation will remind you that you’re not alone. Toni opens up about one of the hardest seasons of her life and how it inspired her brand-new book, “Don’t Try This Alone”. (Link Below). She shares raw, personal stories of heartbreak, healing, and the power of leaning on others when you want to hide. From building a “confessional community” that became her lifeline, to learning how to be brave enough to send a single vulnerable text, Toni reminds us that healing doesn’t mean living pain-free — it means increasing your capacity to hold pain while finding hope in the middle of it. Together, we dive into what true community looks like, how to rebuild trust after betrayal, and why bravery often looks like simply saying, “I need help.” Whether you’re in a valley right now or preparing for the storms that will inevitably come, Toni’s wisdom and humor will leave you encouraged, empowered, and ready to believe in the goodness of people again. --------------------------------- Pinterest Freebie: https://theheartuniversity.com/pinterest --------------------------------- Heart Shop: https://theheartuniversity.com/shop  --------------------------------- Primally Pure: https://primallypure.com/?rfsn=5649435.725fd3 Use HEARTANDHUSTLE for 10% OFF. --------------------------------- Stay Updated with Toni and check out her new book: https://www.instagram.com/tonijcollier/ - https://www.instagram.com/brkncrayons/ - Book Link on Amazon - "Don't Try This Alone" --------------------------------- Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theheartuniversitychannel?si=33lzxpBA9UxKlgTE --------------------------------- If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Heart and Hustle community join our Facebook group here. --------------------------------- “PODCAST10” for 10% off anything from The Shop! www.theheartuniversity.com/shop --------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/mrslindseyroman www.instagram.com/evierupp www.instagram.com/theheartuniversity  

Today on The Heart & Hustle Podcast, Evie and Lindsey are diving deep into one of the most overlooked yet make-or-break parts of your client experience: your initial inquiry response email. If you’ve ever hit “send” on your first reply and wondered if you sounded too stiff, too generic, or maybe too much like a dating profile (yep, they said it!), this episode is for you. The girls walk through real-life examples of inquiry emails from photographers and break down what works, what doesn’t, and the subtle tweaks that can transform your email from “meh” to “magnetic.” They chat about why your formatting can unintentionally feel corporate, how to personalize without oversharing, and the key sections every response should include to build trust and get that consultation call booked. You’ll also hear their golden advice on weaving in your personality without making your client roll their eyes, how to avoid “template-y” vibes, and why clarity and authenticity always win over fluff. Whether you’re a photographer, planner, or any creative service provider, this episode will give you the tools to audit your own emails so you can stand out, connect with your dream clients, and turn inquiries into bookings. --------------------------------- Niche Down Freebie: https://theheartuniversity.com/niche --------------------------------- 2025 REFRESHED EMAIL TEMPLATE PACK FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS: https://theheartuniversity.com/guides  --------------------------------- Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theheartuniversitychannel?si=33lzxpBA9UxKlgTE --------------------------------- If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Heart and Hustle community join our Facebook group here. --------------------------------- “PODCAST10” for 10% off anything from The Shop! www.theheartuniversity.com/shop --------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/mrslindseyroman www.instagram.com/evierupp www.instagram.com/theheartuniversity  

Ever dreamt of breaking into the luxury wedding market but felt like it’s an exclusive club with no map? This week, Evie and Lindsey are joined by Manda Worthington, luxury wedding planner and designer, who’s pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to get booked at the top tier — and keep those dream clients coming back for more. Manda doesn’t just plan weddings, she crafts unforgettable, high-touch experiences that are equal parts polished and personal. In this episode, she shares what “luxury” actually means in the wedding world (hint: it’s not just about the budget), and how to position yourself so planners like her want to hire you. We ask Manda about the portfolio and client experience must-haves that make you stand out, why vendor relationships can make or break your bookings, how to communicate your value without feeling pushy or salesy, and so much more! Whether you’re a photographer, florist, caterer, or fellow planner, Manda’s behind-the-scenes insights will help you elevate your brand, price with confidence, and step into spaces you once thought were out of reach. --------------------------------- Manual Mode Cheat Sheet Freebie: https://theheartuniversity.com/manual --------------------------------- Honeybook: share.honeybook.com/heart  In addition to a FREE 7 day trial, get 35% off your first two years of HoneyBook! --------------------------------- Heart Apparel Shop: https://theheartuniversity.com/apparel   --------------------------------- Stay Updated with Manda: https://www.instagram.com/maeandcomonthly/ - https://www.instagram.com/maeandco_creative/ - https://www.maeandcocreative.com/ --------------------------------- Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theheartuniversitychannel?si=33lzxpBA9UxKlgTE --------------------------------- If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Heart and Hustle community join our Facebook group here. --------------------------------- “PODCAST10” for 10% off anything from The Shop! www.theheartuniversity.com/shop --------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/mrslindseyroman www.instagram.com/evierupp www.instagram.com/theheartuniversity    

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The Heart and Hustle Podcast, your favorite besties get raw and real about one of the most sensitive topics a friend can face: supporting someone through a miscarriage. Whether you’ve been there yourself or simply want to show up well for a friend who’s hurting, we’re giving you the no-BS guide to being the kind of friend who truly cares — from what to say (and definitely NOT say), to how to check in weeks or months later when the rest of the world has moved on. We’ll walk you through thoughtful ways to show up — like remembering their due date, marking Mother’s Day, or dropping dinner at their door without making them decide what they need — and we’ll also call out the phrases and faux pas that can hurt more than help (spoiler: “at least…” has no place here). Plus, we’re sharing how to navigate sharing your own pregnancy news with a friend who’s experienced loss with empathy, tact, and love. Above all, this conversation is a reminder that the most important thing you can do is simply show up — imperfectly, wholeheartedly, and with a heart that says, “I’m here, and I love you.” --------------------------------- Imposter Syndrome Freebie: https://theheartuniversity.com/imposter  --------------------------------- Website Templates: www.theheartuniversity.com/website-templates --------------------------------- Check Out Our Course Library: https://theheartuniversity.com/courses  --------------------------------- Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theheartuniversitychannel?si=33lzxpBA9UxKlgTE --------------------------------- If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Heart and Hustle community join our Facebook group here. --------------------------------- “PODCAST10” for 10% off anything from The Shop! www.theheartuniversity.com/shop --------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/mrslindseyroman www.instagram.com/evierupp www.instagram.com/theheartuniversity  

Ever wondered what happens when a high school teacher swaps textbooks for a camera and turns weddings into cinematic art? This week on the Heart and Hustle Podcast, Lindsey and Evie sit down with filmmaker, photographer, YouTuber, and all-around creative powerhouse Eric Floberg. Get ready to dive deep into storytelling, sustainability, and diversification as Eric opens up about why he calls them wedding films (not videos) and how intentional language sets the tone for deeper client relationships. He shares his philosophy on storytelling—hint: it involves indie film vibes, fog machines, and capturing raw, unscripted emotion. Eric elaborates on why he had to double his prices (literally) to save his sanity and scale with purpose, and how he’s using his passions (even running!) to open up new creative and financial doors. Whether you're a wedding filmmaker, photographer, or entrepreneur with too many passions and not enough time, this episode will challenge you to go deeper with your craft, rethink your pricing, and explore sustainable paths to creative freedom. --------------------------------- IG Bio Freebie: https://theheartuniversity.com/bio --------------------------------- Heart Shop: https://theheartuniversity.com/shop  --------------------------------- Primally Pure: https://primallypure.com/?rfsn=5649435.725fd3 Use HEARTANDHUSTLE for 10% OFF.  --------------------------------- Keep up with Eric: Website - https://www.ericfloberg.co/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/eric.floberg/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@ericfloberg --------------------------------- Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theheartuniversitychannel?si=33lzxpBA9UxKlgTE --------------------------------- If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Heart and Hustle community join our Facebook group here. --------------------------------- “PODCAST10” for 10% off anything from The Shop! www.theheartuniversity.com/shop --------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/mrslindseyroman www.instagram.com/evierupp www.instagram.com/theheartuniversity  

  Today on the Heart and Hustle Podcast Evie and Lindsey react to your unpopular business opinions and hot takes from the Heart and Hustle group DM on Instagram, sharing their honest opinions and insights. They comment on work ethic, posting sneak peeks on socials before the clients have had a chance to see them first, “true to color” editing, addressing yourself as “we” on everything when you are a solo business, and so much more! If you're looking for an hour of laughs and juicy opinions, this is the episode you won't want to miss! --------------------------------- Ghosting Freebie: https://theheartuniversity.com/ghosting --------------------------------- Honeybook: share.honeybook.com/heart  In addition to a FREE 7 day trial, get 35% off your first two years of HoneyBook! --------------------------------- Heart Apparel Shop: https://theheartuniversity.com/apparel  --------------------------------- Join the Heart & Hustle Podcast IG Community Chat: https://ig.me/j/AbbF4psmSWHXpDd8/ --------------------------------- Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theheartuniversitychannel?si=33lzxpBA9UxKlgTE --------------------------------- If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Heart and Hustle community join our Facebook group here. --------------------------------- “PODCAST10” for 10% off anything from The Shop! www.theheartuniversity.com/shop --------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/mrslindseyroman www.instagram.com/evierupp www.instagram.com/theheartuniversity    

Today on the Heart and Hustle Podcast we are diving into the currently trending debate on documentary and editorial based posing and photography. They dissect what each style really means, the difference between the two, and when certain instances call for one or the other. Evie and Lindsey talk about times where you may find yourself unconsciously prompting certain moments during a shoot, they define their own personal styles within the two camps, and so much more on this week’s episode of the Heart and Hustle Podcast.  --------------------------------- Gear List Freebie: https://theheartuniversity.com/gear --------------------------------- Website Templates: www.theheartuniversity.com/website-templates -------------------------------- Check Out Our Course Library: https://theheartuniversity.com/courses --------------------------------- Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theheartuniversitychannel?si=33lzxpBA9UxKlgTE --------------------------------- If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Heart and Hustle community join our Facebook group here. --------------------------------- “PODCAST10” for 10% off anything from The Shop! www.theheartuniversity.com/shop --------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/mrslindseyroman www.instagram.com/evierupp www.instagram.com/theheartuniversity    

 Today on the Heart and Hustle Podcast Evie and Lindsey are sitting down and chatting with Gary Thomas, a bestselling author and international speaker whose ministry brings people closer to Christ, their spouses, and others. Evie and Lindsey dive right in by asking Gary to elaborate on a central theme of his book, "Sacred Marriage": "What if God designed marriage to make us holy more than to make us happy?". They talk about how many couples may enter marriage with the expectation that it will fulfill and satisfy them emotionally, what Gary would say to those who are currently feeling disillusioned or disappointed in their marriage experience, and what some tangible practices are that they can implement to begin rebuilding trust and emotional intimacy. Gary describes marriage as a refining fire, a context in which God often reveals and shapes our character, and he gives his insights on how couples should respond when they begin to see their own weaknesses or sin more clearly through the relationship. They explore the importance of praying together in a marriage, what simple daily and weekly practices can strengthen marriage and invite God’s presence in the relationship, and so much more on this week’s episode of the Heart and Hustle podcast with Gary Thomas. --------------------------------- Editing Style Freebie: https://theheartuniversity.com/style --------------------------------- Heart Shop: https://theheartuniversity.com/shop  --------------------------------- Primally Pure: https://primallypure.com/?rfsn=5649435.725fd3 Use HEARTANDHUSTLE for 10% OFF.  --------------------------------- Keep up with Gary and Check Out His Books: Website - https://garythomas.com/ Books - https://garythomas.com/books/ Blog - https://garythomasbooks.substack.com/ --------------------------------- Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theheartuniversitychannel?si=33lzxpBA9UxKlgTE --------------------------------- If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Heart and Hustle community join our Facebook group here. --------------------------------- “PODCAST10” for 10% off anything from The Shop! www.theheartuniversity.com/shop --------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/mrslindseyroman www.instagram.com/evierupp www.instagram.com/theheartuniversity