The Road Created Podcast

If you're wanting to get high-end elopements and stylish weddings, you don't want to miss this episode! Emily talks with Peyton Byford, a destination wedding photographer based in Idaho. Peyton travels worldwide shooting weddings from Oklahoma to Iceland to Australia. She's also an educator and co-hosts the Wild and Unwritten workshops for photographers. Topics covered: How to book destination weddings Working with high-end clients and vendors Outsourcing Building long-distance client relationships Pricing Camera gear and lighting Finances as a wedding photographer Streamlining processes + More Related links: https://www.instagram.com/peytonrbyford/ https://www.instagram.com/emilykiddphoto/ https://peytonbyford.com/ https://emilykiddphoto.com/education/

If taxes make you cringe + every letter from the IRS makes you want to run and hide, have a listen to this episode! Emily is joined by Kala McBride, a licensed CPA working directly with small and medium size businesses providing virtual accounting and tax services. Kala breaks it down in an easy and manageable way. Taxes don't have to be scary! Topics covered: When to start filing taxes for yout business Forming an LLC (You may not need to!) Best practices for staying organized financially Forms for paying a second shooter or independent contractors Does payment method matter? How much to set aside for taxes Write-off do's and don'ts +So much more! Related links: https://mcbridecpas.com/ https://www.instagram.com/cpa_kala/ https://quickbooks.intuit.com/ https://emilykiddphoto.com/education/ https://www.instagram.com/emilykiddphoto/

Today Emily sits down with Jake and Genessa, a husband and wife team based in Spain. They shoot photo and video together, and they run their business while balancing having a family.  Topics covered: Creating packages that don't charge by the hour Process from inquiry to booking to delivery Working as a couple Establishing work/life balance with a family Serving clients with content   Connecting with clients on calls Making it easy for clients to book Related links: https://jakeandgenessa.com/ https://emilykiddphoto.com/education/ https://www.instagram.com/jakeandgenessa/ https://www.instagram.com/emilykiddphoto/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating and written review! Come say hey on Instagram- it's always fun to connect with other creatives and business owners!

In this epsiode, the big topic is money and overcoming limiting beliefs. Emily interviews Jai Long, a wedding photographer and business coach based in Melbourne Australia. He created the Six-Figure Business Map and hosts his own podcast called Make Your Break. Topics covered: - Money Mindset - Limiting beliefs - Balancing work and life - Upleveling - Outsourcing + So much more Related Links: https://jailong.co/business-map-waitlist https://www.instagram.com/jailong.co/ https://emilykiddphoto.com/education/ https://www.instagram.com/emilykiddphoto/

Listen in as Emily interviews India Earl, a Utah based photographer and educator. India has built a platform for her own education as well as other creators in the industry. Today we dive into the in's and out's of being a creative business owner and how to add passive income. Topics discussed: - Combining business and art - Finding community - Productivity - Eb and flow of business - Relationship with money - Pivoting in your business - Education + Passive Income Related Links: https://www.indiaearl.com/ https://tobemagnetic.com/ https://emilykiddphoto.com/education/

In this episode, Emily is joined by Meredith Rawlings, a Business Therapist. If you feel stuck or frustrated with where you're at either in business or in life, have a listen. Meredith helps high achieving coaches and entrepreneurs overcome mindset blocks and level up in their business so they can have true freedom and abundance.  Topics covered: -Mindset when you're starting a business or new endeavor -How to be a better boss to yourself -Upleveling when you feel stuck -Creating a lifestyle you enjoy and not being a slave to your business -Establishing healthy habits -What is human design, law of attraction, manifesting, etc. Related Links https://meredithrawlings.com/ https://www.instagram.com/_meredithrawlings/ https://emilykiddphoto.com/education/

If you've faced burnout, overwhelm, or exhaustion, know that you're not alone. Emily gets real and shares what she's learned about burnout. This episode covers how to identify burnout and resources to recover and get reinspired.  Topics: - 4 signs of burnout - 4 ways to recover and get inspired again - Your why - 7 types of rest + More Resources: https://ideas.ted.com/the-7-types-of-rest-that-every-person-needs/ https://emilykiddphoto.com/education/

In this episode, Emily is joined by Shayna Lloyd of Montana Diaries. Shayna is a Montana-based hybrid videographer/photographer and business educator for creative entrepreneurs. Today we talk about how photographers can add video to their business with equipment they already own. Shayna has leveraged a combination of personal branding, video education, and automated systems to craft a business and life she loves, and is passionate about helping others do the same. She also hosts her own podcast called Montana Diaries where you can hear more from her! Topics covered: -What being a hybrid shooter entails -How photographers can integrate video into their business -How to use video to promote business - social media and website -Apps and tools for creating video for social media and client videos -How you structure packages with photo/video -Branding as a hybrid shooter -Delivering photos vs video +More Related links: https://montanadiaries.com/emily https://montanadiaries.com/ https://www.instagram.com/montana.diaries/ https://www.instagram.com/emilykiddphoto/

In this episode, Emily talks about outsourcing parts of your business. She covers why outsourcing is helpful, when to outsource, what to outsource and how to go about it. If you're feeling tired, streched thin, or just ready for growth, you need this episode! Step away from the grind, and grow your business in a healthy way.  Related links: https://emilykiddphoto.com/education/ https://www.upwork.com/ https://www.fiverr.com/

This conversation is a must listen if you want to combine your photography skills with your planning expertise. Emily Kidd is joined by Samantha Josette in this episode. Today Samantha shares how she offers all inclusive elopement packages to couples- everything from wedding planning to wedding vendors to photography. She does it all! Learn how you can offer more value to your clients and get paid for it! Topics discussed: All inclusive elopements Getting leads Being approachable + connecting with couples Your about page (Website) Email List Instagram +So much more! Related links: https://www.instagram.com/samantha.josette/ https://www.samanthajosette.com/ https://emilykiddphoto.com/education/ https://www.instagram.com/emilykiddphoto/

If you've wondered how to get in with planners and wedding vendors, you don't want to miss this episode! Emily interviews Sydney Kuhne from Wildly in Love. They talk about how photographers and planners can connect and work well together and so much more. Topics covered: -Traveling for work / elopement packages -Styled shoots / building portfolios -Moving into the luxury elopement market -Working with wedding vendors -How to make the most of styled shoot content -Utilizing social media to grow your business Related links: https://www.instagram.com/wildlyinlove__/ https://wildlyinlove.co/ https://www.instagram.com/emilykiddphoto/

This episode gives advice on how you can create a vision and goals for your business. Your business should support your dream lifestyle, and it's important to take control of the direction it's going. There are resources, tips, and examples to help you get started. Don't let your business run your life; take ownership and create a life you actually want to live. I'm here to help you figure out what that looks like and how to acheive it. Related links: Commit30 Planner Emily Kidd Website

Join in as I talk to Michelle Geldenhuys, a South African wedding photographer, about building a thriving business. Michelle and her husband run a photo/video team in South Africa, and they've been featured on Junebug Weddings, Dirty Boots and Messy Hair, SA Weddings + more. Topics we cover: -Going full time -Utilizing Instagram for growing your business + inspiration -Roles of a 2 person photo/video team -Differences of shooting weddings in South Africa -Wedding packages (what's included) -Marketing -Client Workflow -Tips for building a business and taking it full time Related links: The Geldenhuys' Website Resources for photographers by Emily Kidd

If you're a wedding photographer looking into advertising on an online, this episode will walk you through the pros, cons, and how to make the most of it. If you're spending money advertising, then you want to make sure you have a good strategy.

This episode is joined by Nicola Dixon, a UK based photographer who shoots destination weddings throughout the world. She also runs workshops for photographers and hosts the Learn to Launch Podcast. Nicola shares her personal journey, tips for getting incredible portfolio content, and creating digital products. Trust me, you don't want to miss this one! Topics we cover: -Being an entrepreneur, not only an artist -Money mindset, limiting beliefs, and charging your worth -Overcoming scarcity mindset -Styled shoots -Passive Income + Launching digital products -Travel logistics and tips for destination weddings Related links: Nicola Dixon Jen Sincero Book Emily Kidd's Photographer Resources

In this solo episode, I talk about investing in your business to grow in the direction you want to go. There's so much education out there, and I tackle three decision-making criteria to help you find the best education for YOUR business. I also talk about mindset with investing, and how to stop holding yourself back. Resources: Jen Sincero - You Are a Bad*ss at Making Money Emily Kidd - Resources, guides, information

This episode, we dive into the audio app Clubhouse with Jeremy Allen, a photographer from Canada. The app has grown Jeremy's business and connected him with incredible people. We also talk about how he got started working with big brand names as a photographer and his tips for new photographers. Topics we cover: -What is Clubhouse -How to use the app + harness it for growth -Do Clubhouse and Instagram compliment each other or compete? -What kind of groups are on there? -His photography journey -How he connected with Red Bull, Billabong, + more -Having the courage to take on something new Related links Jeremy Allen Instagram Clubhouse App Emily Kidd's Photographer Resources

This episode is about the value that creating styled shoots can bring to your business. I talk about why they're helpful and how you can set up your own styled shoots. If you want to attract your dream clients, then give this episode a listen. You can also check out my Styled Shoot Guide (link below) for more in-depth directions on creating a styled shoot that will blow people away! Related Links: Styled Shoot Guide

This episode is joined by Andrew Reiner. Andrew is a travel and food photographer who moved to Mexico City. His work is in National Geographic Traveler, and he's worked with several other well-known brands such as the New York Times and Delta Airlines. He talks about his journey and gives tips on how to work with clients + editors. Topics we cover: Living in Mexico How he got where he is Reach out to clients Editorial work and working with brands connecting with other photographers Getting work in Nat Geo Van Life Advice for photographers starting out Related Links: Andrew Reiner Website Emily Kidd Photography Resources

Tulum is one of the trendiest wedding + elopement destination right now. I spent a month living there, and I have inquiries for Mexico flooding my inbox. In this episode, I share tips for getting booked in new places. You'll learn how to get inquiries before, during, and after a trip so you can implement these actions in your own business.

Anni Graham is a renowned elopement photographer based in Bend, Oregon, and she talks all about destination elopements. This episode is packed with value and helpful tips. You definitely don't want to miss this one! We talk about: Destination elopements Balancing travel and work Getting inquiries for your dream destinations Creating value Connecting with clients Storytelling over posing Related links: Anni Graham Immersed Education Emily Kidd - Education, Guides, Info +

This episode is about creating a solid client experience in your business. Emily covers the six touch points so you can refine your process. She covers website, client calls, connecting with the couple, and more!

You don't want to miss this conversation with Matt and Tamar, a photo/video team based in Scotland, UK. They're a loveable + talented couple (with the best english accents!). Scotland is a dream destination for couples eloping, and Matt and Tamar share their journey and tips. In this Episode we cover: Living in a popular travel destination Branding for elopements Interacting with couples Traveling with elopement photography Modeling for a workshop Related Links: Follow Matt and Tamar https://www.instagram.com/tamarhopephotography/ https://www.instagram.com/mattwillofilm/ https://www.tamarhopewillo.com/grow-and-sustain Follow Emily on Instagram

If you've ever wondered about solo travel, give this episode a listen. I talk about why solo travel can be an incredible experience, tips on how to have a great solo trip, making new friends around the world, hostel life, and more. Warning: you may never be able to travel with people again after this ;) Links: Check out my website! @emilykiddphoto

I am joined by Sam Starns an elopement photographer based in Oregon. We talk all about elopement branding and tips for your business. Don't miss out on all the golden nuggets Sam drops in this episode. She know what she's talking about, and she doesn't hold back! This episode covers: - How to discover your brand - Offering quality over quantity - Pricing psychology + More Oh and there's a great "would you rather" question for your entertainment! Related links: Sam Starns Website Learn More with Emily Kidd Come say hey on Instagram: @emilykiddphoto

This pilot episode is full of tips on how to start booking destination weddings and elopements. This includes is my story of how I got started + ideas for how you can break into travel weddings yourself. This is the start of something big!