Celebrating 5 Years at the Chicago Boudoir Photography Studio!
We hit a milestone at the Chicago Boudoir Photography Studio - 5 years in business!
A huge thank you to everyone who has supported us every step along the way.
Here are 5 thoughts that I have today about being in business for 5 years:
I am incredibly grateful for every single person who has come to my studio and trusted me to capture them in photos. It never gets old to witness the joy on someone’s face when they see a photo of themselves that they absolutely love.
Opening and running a business has been the roller coaster of a lifetime for me. Being an entrepreneur is one of the most challenging things I’ve ever done in my life (although NOTHING has been harder than having and raising kids!).
Taking risks is super tough for me. I think I’ve always had a very risk-averse personality. When given options in life, I typically gravitate toward the safe one. Running a business has forced me to confront my fears and take on all kinds of risk — both financially and personally. It’s hard to run a business without putting yourself out there!
There will always be haters. Especially on the internet. I have learned to tune them out. Most of the time.
Life is unexpected. I never would have predicted the Covid global pandemic shutting down my business or a rainstorm flooding my studio. But I also wouldn’t have predicted the immense joy that I have found as a business owner! Ultimately, I am grateful for all the highs and the lows.
