The plot twist that
sparked change
about renee
For over 17 years, I've been privileged to document some of the most precious moments in people's lives as a wedding photographer. The journey has been extraordinary—being named one of the top 40 wedding photographers in the US, seeing my work featured in prestigious wedding publications, and building a business that allowed me to pursue my creative passion professionally.
From Capturing Moments to Creating Meaningful Change
On paper, I had achieved what many would consider success. My calendar was filled, my work was being recognized nationally, and I had mastered the technical and artistic aspects of my craft.
But sometimes life has other plans—plans that ultimately lead to greater clarity than I ever thought possible. The day I received my Stage 4 cancer diagnosis, the world stopped spinning for a moment. Suddenly, the deadlines, the social media posts, the industry accolades that once consumed my thoughts faded into the background. What emerged in sharp focus were questions I had never fully allowed myself to examine:
Was I building a business that truly served my life, or was I living a life that served my business?
Was I chasing someone else's definition of success rather than creating my own?
Did the goals I was achieving actually align with what mattered most to me?
During this process, I had the rare opportunity (though certainly not one I would have chosen) to step back and look at my business and life through an entirely different lens. The things I had once considered monumental challenges barely registered anymore. The metrics I had used to measure success now felt hollow.
What surprised me most during this time was how opening up about my journey—being vulnerable about my challenges and reassessment of priorities—created deeper, more meaningful connections with my clients. I discovered that what truly mattered wasn't just creating beautiful images, but creating a business that honored my whole self—my values, my definition of success, my vision for how work should integrate with life.
The Unexpected Gift of Authenticity
The next chapter
I recognized that I wasn't alone in feeling disconnected from my business—many creative entrepreneurs, especially in the wedding industry, find themselves following prescribed paths to success that don't actually lead to their own fulfillment.
Now, I'm passionate about helping other creative entrepreneurs build businesses that authentically reflect who they are. The lessons from my journey have become the foundation for a different approach to business coaching—one that starts with values and personal definitions of success rather than industry blueprints.
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