Confidence Uncovered with Liz Hansen

On this episode of Business as UNusual, host Aicila sits down with Liz Hansen, owner and photographer at Chicago Boudoir Photography. Liz shares her journey of creating a business dedicated to empowering women to celebrate their bodies and stories through boudoir photography. With over 2,000 women photographed and numerous recognitions—including features on TEDx and NPR—Liz discusses how her unconventional approach transforms perceptions of body image, encourages radical self-care, and creates a safe, supportive space for women of all backgrounds. Discover how boudoir photography can be a business rooted in compassion, inclusion, and confidence. Topics discussed in this episode:Redefining empowerment: Boudoir as a radical act of self-careAddressing objectification vs. empowerment in sensual photographyThe power of transformation and personal stories from the studioNavigating vulnerability and discomfort for true confidenceBuilding a woman-centered business and choosing inclusivityBoudoir photography beyond Chicago—finding the right fit wherever you areRaising teens in a body-positive business and challenging harmful normsSuccess as a solopreneur: Advice for aspiring founders in unconventional industriesCommunity initiatives: Domestic Violence Awareness Month and giving back Resources mentioned in this episode:Chicago Boudoir Photography: https://chicago-boudoir.com/Liz’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chicago.boudoir/October Domestic Violence Awareness Month activities at Chicago BoudoirFree ebooks and self-confidence resources available at chicagoboudoir.comAssociation of International Boudoir PhotographersArticle mentioned: https://www.mitzistarkweather.com/blog/2017/7/20/10-things-boudoir-photography-is-not Explore your confidence—visit chicagoboudoir.com for inspiration, resources, and to see how Liz is changing the conversation around boudoir photography. Support Domestic Violence Awareness—get involved this October, join a local initiative, or donate to a shelter in your community. Ready to try something business as UNusual? Take the risk, start your project, or reach out for collaboration—your voice matters! Find Liz on social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chicagoboudoir VIP Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/VIPChicago  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chicagoboudoir LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-hansen-9aab35173/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChicagoBoudoirPhotography The full transcript of this conversation is available at https://www.bicurean.com/bautranscripts3 Transcripts and notes generated with Descript and Castmagic and then edited by human eyes and hands. Lightly edited and produced by BiCurean Consulting, BiCurean.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.