We Thought We Were Underqualified… Then We Ran a Founder Photoshoot Anyway (Clinic Founder Series)

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**What happens when you decide to step into a bigger version of yourself before you feel ready?In this episode, my friend and colleague, Dr. Matthea Rentea, and I take you behind the scenes of our recent Female Founders Accelerator retreat that featured a photoshoot experience designed to help our founder clients upgrade their self-image, re-imagine their personal brand, and step into their next level of leadership and CEO energy. What started as a simple task (just take a couple of photos!)  turned into a powerful reminder that professional photos aren’t just about marketing—they’re about identity, confidence, and the internal transformation that happens when you choose to show up differently in the world.We talk about the massive amount of planning that goes into a high-level brand photoshoot, the surprising emotional challenges people experience when they see themselves on camera, and why having the right team—from stylists to photographers to supportive peers—can completely change the quality of your photos and how you see yourself.We also dive into something most people don’t talk about: how a photoshoot can force you to confront your inner critic, rewrite your self-image, and step into a more confident version of yourself as a founder.Because the real transformation isn’t the photos.It’s the person you become in the process.If you’ve ever struggled with imposter syndrome, self-image, or showing up confidently as the face of your business, this episode will change how you think about personal branding forever.In this episode we cover:• Why founder photos usually don’t represent who you actually are• The difference between quick AI images vs. a real brand photoshoot experience• How stylists and photographers help you see what you can’t see in yourself• The mindset shifts that happen when you invest in your identity• Why transformation requires action before you feel readyReferencesJoin the Female Founders Accelerator waitlist and be the first to find out when the next cohort opens in the second half of 2026. Interviews for the next round will be starting soon. And for those who haven’t started a clinic yet, reach out to us now so we can help you prior to the next cohort opening up so that you participate.  If you are considering this program at all, this is your sign to get on the waitlist!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:21] Why free conference headshots are not sufficient for a CEO[08:15] - Why who you hire makes such a big difference[10:17] - Lessons learned from past photoshoots[[11:45] – How we handled body dysmorphia during the photoshoot[17:03] - The role of self-talk in getting a great photo🎧 If you’re building a clinic, leading a business, or learning to show up more confidently online, this conversation will give you a completely new perspective on what a photoshoot can really do.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.