In the bustling world of entrepreneurship, where dreams are pursued with fervor but often met with challenges, Olivia Scholz emerges as a guiding light for small business owners. Affectionately known as Agent O, Olivia is on a mission to transform struggling businesses into thriving enterprises through her innovative Clarity to Profit Method.

With a career spanning over two decades, Olivia brings a wealth of experience and insight to the table. Her journey began within the heart of family entrepreneurship, where dinner conversations were peppered with insightful "shop talk." From those formative years, Olivia developed an intimate understanding of the trials and triumphs inherent in small business ownership.

“I’m not here to intimidate or judge—I’m here to empower.”

— Olivia Sholz, Agent 'O'

"I literally grew up in small business," Olivia shares. "My dinner table talk was about customers, vendors, and employees. I learned the value of hard work but also the joy of FREEDOM and independence in what you do for work. These are my people, and I love helping them!"

Driven by a passion for empowering others, Olivia crafted her Clarity to Profit Method in response to a startling statistic: 1 in 2 businesses fail within the first five years, not due to incompetence, but due to a lack of a profit strategy. Her method serves as a beacon of hope, offering small business owners the tools they need to not only survive but thrive in today's competitive landscape.

"At the core of my approach is a deep understanding of the challenges faced by small business owners," Olivia explains. "I've been in their shoes—I know what it's like to make payroll, to hire and fire employees, to navigate the uncertainties of entrepreneurship. That's why my method is rooted in real-world experience, not just theory."

Olivia's expertise extends across various sectors, from manufacturing to retail, providing her with a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies of business operations. However, it's her unique blend of technical prowess and compassionate guidance that sets her apart in a crowded market.

"There are a ton of coaches, consultants, and gurus out there," Olivia acknowledges. "But what sets me apart is my commitment to listening, caring, understanding, and delivering results. I'm not here to intimidate or judge—I'm here to empower."

Olivia Sholz - Agent O - celebrates her clients’ wins!

Clients echo Olivia's sentiments, praising her approachability and down-to-earth teaching style. "Clients say that I am not intimidating, judgmental, or stuffy," Olivia shares. "They compliment me on the down-to-earth way that I teach complicated business concepts. I like to use analogies. I am a good listener. I am empathetic."

Central to Olivia's mission is the belief that independent businesses are the lifeblood of vibrant communities. "When independent businesses thrive, they make their communities unique, vibrant, and alive!" she asserts. "Our cities and communities need Mom and Pop business owners to THRIVE so that America stays strong."

As Olivia gears up for several podcast appearances in 2024, she remains committed to her ongoing promotion, "Five Tips to Avoid Cash Crunches," available through her website. With a plethora of resources and a genuine desire to see her clients succeed, Olivia Scholz continues to be a beacon of hope for small business owners everywhere.

To connect with Olivia and learn more about her Clarity to Profit Method, visit her website agentoconsulting.com or reach out on LinkedIn, Instagram, or Facebook.

Connect with Olivia Scholz:

• Website: agentoconsulting.com | oliviascholz.com

• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/oliviajohnsonscholz

• Instagram: instagram.com/agento_profitcoach

• Facebook: facebook.com/OliviaConsults

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Female business owner, Michelle, gives some coy sass to the camera for a gif to showcase her fun-loving personality during her business branding photoshoot.

Sometimes, the most memorable moments in our business journeys happen when we step out of our usual surroundings and immerse ourselves in new experiences. That's exactly what Michelle Fernandez did when she flew all the way from Texas to Greensboro, North Carolina, for a mastermind event. Naturally, we planned her branding session to coincide with this trip, since we’re only a stone’s throw away in Winston Salem. Her bubbly spirit and infectious laugh filled the space from the moment she arrived.

A dynamic and insightful business strategist, Michelle is known for her expertise in data-driven marketing. Specializing in helping six-figure earners optimize their Facebook ads and marketing funnels, she empowers entrepreneurs to break through plateaus and achieve rapid growth. She transforms complex data into actionable strategies, guiding her clients towards predictable and profitable business expansion in a way that is personalized and approachable - all the while empowering her clients’ success with her vibrant personality.

Michelle is not only an expert in her field but also brings a sharp, insightful approach to everything she does. She has an undeniable presence that immediately draws you in, ready to soak up the next story she’s going to tell! With the ability to weave her expertise into relatable stories with admirable clarity, it was essential we create photography that was magnetic to a clients who were hungry for success, desired one-on-one attention, was more than ready to make the next move - once they know what it was, of course - and enjoyed high energy leadership.

Calling out to all business owners who need a dashboard! Well, that is the intention of this image we created for Michelle during her on location branding photoshoot. This photograph can also be used to celebrate her clients and make announcements. Versatility is key to the longevity of marketing images.

Michelle’s branding session was not just about getting pretty photographs; it was about capturing her essence and the authenticity that drives her success. Even though we were on location, we made sure to incorporate the colors of her brand—blacks, purples, greys, and whites—into every shot. She wore a pair of sparkly black cowboy boots that added a unique, personal flair and stuck to one simple, professional, and well-styled outfit. Upon our recommendation on how to best prepare for her branding photoshoot, she came prepared with her laptop, travel bag, branded notebooks, and branded desk accessories, which allowed us to infuse her personal taste and brand identity into the session. This attention to detail added a layer of intention to her final photographs.

One of the highlights of Michelle’s session was our collaboration with Mallory, owner and founder of The Girlboss Agency. Together, we created authority reels for Michelle to share her expertise on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. These reels are designed to help her grow her audience and further establish her as a thought leader in her field.

Michelle’s excitement about the results of her session was palpable as she had such a hard time choosing her favorite images - and even ended up upgrading to the full gallery. It’s always incredibly fulfilling to see a client so thrilled with their images, knowing they have a gallery full of strategic, marketable photographs that truly represent their brand. In the end, we were thrilled to have provide Michelle with updated images for her social media and website that she loves!

Needless to say, it was an absolute joy to work with someone so passionate and dedicated to her craft. If you're a female business owner looking to elevate your brand with authentic, heartfelt visuals, let’s create something beautiful together. Embrace your unique strengths and let your brand shine.

Michelle, female business owner of The Michelle Fernandez a dashboard service, rocking her sparkly black cowboy boots as part of her on location branding photoshoot styling.

Catching a full smiling, high energy headshot was essential for capturing the brand voice of female business owner, Michelle Fernandez for her on location branding photoshoot.

Wide horizontal photographs are great for all brands! This image we created for Michelle during her branding photoshoot can be used as a branded LinkedIn banner, website header or footer or for any marketing materials which need space for text.

Female business owner, Michelle Fernandez, often uses her phone for consultations, capturing tutorial videos, quick instructions for clients and snapping behind the scenes of her days as an entrepreneur. This photograph, along with the others we created for her during her on location branding photoshoot, will be strategic for Michelle in a variety of ways.

Female business owner, Michelle Fernandez, poses with a smile at the desk we styled for her on location branding photoshoot.

On location brand photography for Riverside Farm and Garden, a DIY Home Project and Farm store, located in Pfafftown, NC | Winston-Salem On Location Brand Photography | Jasper & Fern

On location brand photography for Riverside Farm and Garden, a DIY Home Project and Farm store, located in Pfafftown, NC | Winston-Salem On Location Brand Photography | Jasper & Fern

Walking into their store, I was swept back to my childhood days of tip-toeing behind my granddaddy as he sorted hay bales, searched among his many loyal tools to find just the right hook and stopped to riffle through a few of his antiques. The smell of the mulch outside drifted sweetly through each opened door, another happy customer searching for just the right loyal tool to add to their own collection. Friendly smiles met them, a familiarity in their eyes. Surrounded by shiny metal, garden seed, and an array of DIY home supplies, I felt oddly at home.

It was a gorgeous sunny day. My hiking boots were on and ready to summit mounds of mulch, scale truck sides and kneel me safely in a ditch. Camera at my side, the growling of the loader engine quickly found my finger on the shutter.

I was in HEAVEN at Riverside Farm and Garden Supply. My love for the outdoors and our branding services were getting to combine and I couldn't have been more thrilled - especially to be working with such kind, warm people!

I excitedly moved about, crouching and climbing to photograph all the scrumptious textures and perspectives of their supplies; setting up portraits on the loader and about the farm to showcase each individual's role and where they thrive at work.

It was an energizing morning!

On location brand photography for Riverside Farm and Garden, a DIY Home Project and Farm store, located in Pfafftown, NC | Winston-Salem On Location Brand Photography | Jasper & Fern

Staff Group Portrait for Salem Law, Winston-Salem Estate Law | On Location Brand Photographer | Headshot and Branding Photographer | Jasper & Fern

The hot sun glanced against my cheek, breaking through the dense overhanging pine needles. The citrus-y musk of the pine tree sap wafting through my open car window. It always feels like returning to my mountain home when I visit the Salem Law team. I could easily see why Daniel, the founder of the business and an avid outdoorsman himself, would be drawn to this location for his small business.

Pinecones crunched underneath my tires as I ascended the blacktop drive up to the Salem Law office building. Not much had changed since I was here last time taking their brand photographs. I breathed the sap and earthy smells into my lungs, closing my eyes so I could memorize them and revisit their scent later. Moduled light danced across my closed lids as a warm “Hi!” met me from across the parking lot. Smiling, I opened my eyes, greeted by Lindy and Caroline’s sunny dispositions.

”Is it okay if we do the headshots out here like last time? Daniel really liked having the trees in the background,” Lindy said as she stopped to greet me. “Oh, and is it okay if Daniel’s dog joins us for the group shot?”

My eyes lit up in excitement and I couldn’t hide my glee, “Wait, Daniel brought his dog?! AAAH! YES, PLEASE!! I’d love to meet him and have him be part of the portraits!” I was already excited about taking new headshots for Daniel and his team and getting to spend time with them. Adding his dog to the mix was the icing on top of the cake!

Re-focusing from my excited dog distraction, I surveyed the shadows in the row of pine trees behind where I wanted to take their headshots. I knew I’d be editing the tones in their photographs to compliment their brand colors and getting the right shadows was key.

As always, we had lots of laughter, fights with the wind blowing hair about, and a careful avoidance of the pokey pine cones on the ground. The heat quickly warmed us all as we swiftly moved to capture the best body language and expression for everyone - pupper included.

Sad to leave the covering pines and good company, I packed my gear back up to head to the next location. Waiving goodbye to Lindy, Caroline and Daniel - and sneaking a few last puppy pets - I headed back down the blacktop, the crunching pine cones and citrus-y musk softly drifting further away.