The Stay Focused Podcast

Episode #190 Listen in today as Emily chats with past student Shannon Liebrock on the lows and highs of her photography journey with high school senior and sports photography. Shannon gets very candid about the super easy (and free!) marketing strategy she used to book 83 clients in one year. It's so easy to do...you could try it in your business too!   Links Mentioned in the Show: Free photography business class! https://www.cozyclicks.com/businessclass More about Shannon: I started in 1994 as a mom just wanting to learn to take better pictures of my kids and it grew from there. I took a long hiatus (about 13 years) and went back to it about 9 years ago. I focus primarily on high school seniors and high school/college sports photography. I photograph approximately 80 seniors per year and cover ASU football/basketball for Sports360Az along with several high schools. Where to find her: https://www.Liebrockphotography.com On Instagram @liebrockphotography1

Pricing is a hot topic for a lot of photographers. Should your raise your prices? Should your lower them? What is everyone else in my town charging? In today's episode, Emily breaks down these questions + more things you should be thinking about when growing your photography business and choosing a price from your work and time.  Listen here! Links mentioned in the show: https://www.cozyclicks.com/businessclass

Are you dreaming of starting a successful photography business? Whether you're a beginner or a professional photographer, my former student, Sarah Gassman joins us on the show today to teach you how to turn your passion into a profitable business! Learn the simple strategies she used to market herself that you can use too! Links mentioned in the show:   For more helpful information on launching a photography business, visit: https://www.cozyclicks.com/businessclass   Sarah is a full-service portrait photographer specializing in maternity and newborn photo sessions that support parents both new and experienced. She takes care of every detail, so you don't have to from bump to baby and beyond. See more of her work here: https://www.sarahgassmanphotography.com https://www.instagram.com/sarahgassmanphotography

In this episode, we're exploring the topic of ethical marketing strategies in the photogrpahy business world and the importance of having a clear marketing strategy in place. Emily shares some pretty  common sleazy marketing tactics and discusses why they can harm your business and reputation. We'll also tackle the fear of trying new marketing strategies and provide tips on how to overcome it. With an emphasis on the importance of having someone to check your ideas and offering a second opinion. Listen in today to this mind opening episode as we prioritize ethical marketing strategies in the photogrpahy world and encourage seeking feedback from trusted sources.   LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: https://www.cozyclicks.com/businessclass

Hey there, fellow lady boss photographers! Are you feeling frustrated and stuck when it comes to finding new clients? Well, fear not! In this episode, we're going to talk about what NOT to do when trying to attract new business. While it might be easier to come up with a list of strategies TO find clients, recognizing the things you might do that are NOT beneficial to your marketing strategy can be equally important. So, grab a cup of coffee and let's dive in to some helpful tips and tricks to take your photography business to the next level! LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Free Photography Business Class! https://cozyclicks.com/businessclass

Is your photography business really just a hobby? In this episode let's get real and figure out if your photography business is really just a hobby (which is totally ok, btw) or a real business and how to move from a hobby to a photography business if that is what you really want it to be! In this episode, let's discuss the difference between photography as a hobby and as a business, the factors to consider when deciding to turn your hobby into a business, and the steps to take to turn your photography hobby into a business!   Listen here! Have friend who might like this episode? Share it with them! LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Access the FREE Photography Business Class and transition from hobby to business! Join here: https://www.cozyclicks.com/businessclass   More Episodes You Might Like! Ouch! You've Got Imposter Syndrome! How to Overcome it as a Photographer 5 HUGE Things Stopping You From Starting Your Photography Business…and how to get past them. The 3 Things to Know to Move from “Mom with a Camera” to Business Owner

Starting a photography business can be an exciting and challenging venture. However, it's common for photographers to experience imposter syndrome, which can hinder their progress and success. In today's episode, we'll explore three reasons why photographers feel imposter syndrome when starting their business and offer real tips on how to overcome those feelings so that you can grow your confidence and dreams!   LINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: Free Photography Business Video Class-- https://cozyclicks.lpages.co/start-and-grow-your-photography-business/

Ready to start your portrait photogrpahy business?   But confused where to even start so you keep doing THESE 5 things that are holding you back! You might not even realize it or know what they are, but once you do it is eye opening and canhelp put you on the right path to starting and building the portrait photography business that you keep dreaming about.   You 100% can make your business dreams come true and understanding what might be stopping you is the first step in to making it all happen!   Listen here!

Yes!  You decided to start your photography biz. So exciting! The hard part is figuring out all the things you need to get up and running successfully. When you really start thinking about it all, it can get MAJORLY overwhelming. Don't let that overwhelm creep over you though. Start one step at a time and you'll get there.   In this episode, Emily covers 5 of the most imortant things to do if you want to start your own family photography business in less than 5 minutes! Listen here!   LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Free manual mode handbook! https://www.cozyclicks.com/handbook

Are you a mom with a camera who would love to turn your photography hobby into something that made actual money?    If so, then this episode is exactly what you need!   Emily breaks down the three things that you need to start doing now if you want to move from just a mom  who wants to take great pictures of their kids, to a mom photographer who's actually making BANK.   This could mean you're making an extra $100 a week or up to $100,000 a year.  Wouldn't that be awesome!   Tune in to today's episode to learn the three things that you need to start doing to make that happen.     Links mentioned  in the show:   https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework   

This episode is for BOTH new and advanced photographers because so often I witness all types of photographers doing these 5 things and it drives me crazy. It's a privilege for photographers out there that there are a lot of public places that we are able to shoot at. Right? It's like our own outdoor studio that we don't have to pay rent on. BUT, because (most of the time) it's free for us to use these parks, and trails, and sidewalks as a backdrop for our wonderful photos there are things we MUST DO as photographers, whether you are hired by someone or just out there practicing with your new DSLR. Now to be fair, some of you might just not know ( or realize you're doing ) some of these things. And honestly, I may have been guilty of one or two of these things at some point. But now you'll know.  Listen here!   The Stay Focused podcast airs new episode every Wednesday and Friday Host Emily Supiot Website https://www.cozyclicks.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cozyclicks Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/discover/cozyclicks LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: FREE photo class! Register here: https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework

If you got your camera hoping to feel excitement and fun with photography...but instead you are feeling overwhelmed and frustrated...this episode is for you.   Yes, you ARE good enough with photography. No, you should not quit because it feels hard.   But if the excitement isn't there.  This is what you should do.  In this short episode Emily explains.   The Stay Focused podcast airs new episode every Wednesday and Friday Host Emily Supiot Website https://www.cozyclicks.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cozyclicks Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/discover/cozyclicks LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: FREE photo class! Register here: https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework

5 in 5 on Fridays for Photographers! This new segment to The Stay Focused Podcast focuses on 5 actionable takeaways for photographers in a short & sweet 5 minute-ish episode! New to the podcast these 5 in 5 epsiodes will air new each Friday!   Today's epsiode breaks down 5 takeaways to help you capture better pictures of children!   Listen here!   The Stay Focused podcast airs new episode every Wednesday and Friday Host Emily Supiot Website https://www.cozyclicks.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cozyclicks Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/discover/cozyclicks   LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: FREE photo class! Register here: https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework    

Wouldn't it be cool if you could take photos that when other people saw them they could instantly say "That is a (insert YOUR name here!) photo!" If people could recognize YOUR work it would mean that you have a very consistent portfolio and you are shooting in a way that others would remember. Finding that consistency can be tricky. On today's episode Katie Lamb joins me and talks about how to get consistency in your photos BUT also how to creating consistency in an equally as important part of photography.   Listen here! Links Mentioned in the Show: Free Photo Class! Register here: https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework THE CREATIVE COLLABORATION IS NOW OPEN! ONLY $97! Feb. 27-March 8th   Where to find Katie! Katie is a wife and mom of three, based in Dallas, Texas. She began pursuing photography at a young age and went on to major in Fine Art Photography at Baylor University to pursue her passion of documenting the orphan crisis around the world. She spent time in Africa, China, as well as Eastern and Western Europe living out my first life passion before starting her own lifestyle photography brand in 2008.  Through the years she spent building her brand and learning the ins and outs of running a successful and sustainable business, she found a passion for helping others do the same through online courses and coaching sessions which is now the focus of her business. She believes in working smarter, not harder and having systems and practices in your business that allow you to do just that. From shooting in a way that doesn't chain you to your desk for hours editing, to increasing your profit per client - allowing you to work less and live more. Photography Education: https://www.katielamb.com Family Photography: https://www.katielambphotography.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiebethlamb/

Have you ever wondered what hybrid photography is, why you would want to shoot that way or if it's even right for you? Kristine Herman joins us on the show today to answer those questions PLUS really dives into how to get started as a hybrid wedding photographer and gives actionable tips if you are looking to get started as a as a photographer in the wedding industry. Listen Here! LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Free Photo Class! Register here: https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework THE CREATIVE COLLABORATION IS NOW OPEN! ONLY $97! Feb. 27-March 8th Where to Find Kristine: https://www.kristineherman.com instagram: @kristineherman_ Podcast https://www.daretodeveloppodcast.com @daretodevelop

Do you ever look through social media and think to yourself that all of these photographers just have it so easy?   I mean their photos look perfect, their business looks booming and their life looks unbeievlelable, right?   It's not always what it appears though and on today's episode Eden Stader joins us getting real about her raise to the top in the photography and business world and how it wasn't as perfect as it might seem.     Listen to the full episode here!       Links mentioned in the show: Free Photo Class! Register here: https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework THE CREATIVE COLLABORATION IS NOW OPEN! ONLY $97! Feb. 27-March 8th   Meet Eden! A DESTINATION WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER TURNED BUSINESS COACH, NOW LEADING CREATIVE ENTREPRENEURS IN BUILDING A LIFE OF ARTISTIC GROWTH, WEALTH, AND FREEDOM.   www.edenstrader.com / @edenstrader

Ever wonder eactly hwat you should be charing for you work? Maybe you've looked up other photographers in your area and then just made a ballpark guess of what you are worth. Or maybe you are just happy with WHATEVER amount someone will give you. (I mean really, they wnat to hire you so take what you can get!) Either way, there are better ways to find that magic number when it comes to pricing and Ingvild Kolnes is an expert when it comes to how to price accordingly.  Listen in to today's episode!   Ingvild Kolnes is an educator and mentor for photographers. She helps talented but overworked photographers get back in touch with the artist they want to be where they work with dream clients without having to work too much. She does this by helping them build their confidence and set boundaries, and teaching them to charge what their work is worth through a 7-step program so that they can make a living from their creativity.   LINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:   (free photo class!) https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework THE CREATIVE COLLABORATION IS NOW OPEN! ONLY $97! Feb. 27-March 8th   Where to find more of Ingvild! https://www.ingvildkolnes.com https://www.instagram.com/ingvildkolnes

Kristin Darling has had quite a fun ride on her photography journey and has mastered the two “f” words that a lot of new photographers are fearful of…   film & flash   She chats with Emily today about why she chose to learn film photography and flash photography and shares with you actionable tips to help you get started on your film and flash journey.     Kristin is a wife and mom to 2 teenagers (one who is graduating this year - yikes), wedding & family photographer living in Central IL and working professionally for the past 11 years, using both film & digital photography to create. In regards to education, her passion is to empower photographers to be able to confidently and consistently create a natural light look with a simple artificial light set up, ideally using equipment they already own or can purchase on any budget. Listen Here!   Links mentioned in the show: https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework (free online photo class!) THE CREATIVE COLLABORATION BUNDLE (happens once a year!) Opens February 27th- learn more here! Where to find more of Kristin! https://www.kDarlingPhotography.com IG - @kdarlingphoto FB https://www.facebook.com/KDarlingPhotoChampaign

Ever wish you could travel to the Caribbean beaches or backpack through Europe AND get paid for it all while doing something you absolutely love?!   You can become a destination wedding photographer.   Ashlea Snell was a Chick- Fil-A worker who decided that she would like to shoot weddings all over the world.   And she did it.   On the show today she shares her journey PLUS breaks down the steps you need to take today if destination wedding photography is a goal you have! Ashlea Snell is  a luxury destination wedding photographer who teaches photographers how to reach the 100k mark!    Links mentioned in the show:   Links in the show: https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework   THE CREATIVE COLLABORATION BUNDLE (happens once a year!) Opens February 27th -check it out here!    Where to find more of Ashlea:   Ashleasnell.com  https://www.instagram.com/ashleasnell_education/

Ever wonder what would happen if you tried something totally different than the typical “norms” in the photography industry?   HIgh school senior portrait photographer Mary Vance did just that.  And when she did, that is when magic started to happen in her senior portraits and business!   On the show today, Mary shares with you her “counter-industry” approach to high school senior photography AND her added bonus to senior photography sessions that NO ONE does in the senior photography industry.   Listen here! Mary Vance is a lifestyle photographer and videographer located in the suburbs of Seattle, Wa, where she specializes in high school senior photography. Over the past decade, Mary has earned a reputation for creating connections in single-subject images as well as crafting inclusive experiences for her senior clients, specifically for those who are neurodiverse or identify as a part of the LGBTQIA+ community. Mary merges her past life as a professional dancer with her ease of interaction with teenagers to create natural posing workflows to flatter all bodies. Mary has shared her approach to senior photography through speaking engagements with WPPI, the RangeFinder Lounge, The Bokeh Podcast, and the Elena S Blair Mastermind and Retreat. She writes regularly for RangeFinder.com and has been educating for over 20 years. Listen here! Links in the show: https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework   THE CREATIVE COLLABORATION BUNDLE (happens once a year!) Opens February 27th -check back here soon!   Where to find more of Mary:   https://www.maryvance.com/ https://www.instagram.com/maryvancephotography/ https://www.facebook.com/maryvancephotography/ https://www.pinterest.com/maryvancephotography/

Photography takes time.  It doesn't not happen overnight and Kelley Williams is the perfect example of that.   If you start somewhere and don't give up  AMAZING things can happen in your world. Don't take it from me though, listen in as I chat with destination wedding photographer Kelley Williams about her journey to 15K sessions + more! Kelley Williams is a hybrid wedding photographer and educator from Maryland and currently living in California. She specializes in vibrant photography and being a professional third wheel for her couples. Her work has been featured in many of the top wedding blogs and magazines. Kelley is passionate about helping other photographers create a brand they love and build genuine connections with their clients and other vendors in the wedding industry.  Links in the show: https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework   THE CREATIVE COLLABORATION BUNDLE (happens once a year!) Opens February 27th -check back here soon!   Where to find more of Kelley:   Website: https://kelleywphotos.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelleywphotos/

  14 years ago she was just a new mom with a canon rebel and a dream to create something bigger.   Does that sound somewhat familiar to you?   Fast forward to today and Helen Don is a mom of three and family photographer with a consistent waitlist of clients every. single. month.     On today's episode she shares her journey from getting her first basic level camera to only months later starting a business and how she created the huge photography  success she has today!   Helen Don is a Maryland girl, born and raised, and love living out in the country where there are more cows than people. Her career was born out of documenting her own children, then capturing clients' memories, and later, teaching photography. Taking care of all the animals on her little homestead, growing food for her family and planning her next road trip is what lights her up. Being the best mom she can be to her three kids is her #1 purpose and she always wants them to remember how much they were loved and all the fun they had together. Her business is her other baby. She loves her clients like family, gives 100% at every single session, and creates precious memories that last forever. She's passionate about sharing what she's learned during her 13+ year photography journey, so she gives out all her best secrets to shorten her student's learning curve. She'd love to add you to her client and student family so you can create beauty together!   Links mentioned in the show: The one hour FREE photo class! https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework THE CREATIVE COLLABORATION BUNDLE (happens once a year!) Opens February 27th -check back here soon!   Where to find Helen: www.helendon.com www.instagram.com/its.helendon/ www.facebook.com/HelenDonPhotography      

From sitting in a small confined space at her medical professional job to booking over 30 premium wedding clients each year, Rachel Traxler figured out just how to grow her photography dream! In today's episode Emily chats with Rachel about how and why she left her full time job to dive head first into photography. She also shares with you some reliving news about the social media space and why you DON'T need to focus so heavily on it. And if that's not enough for you, Emily and Rachel teach you some client experience tips to really wow your first photography clients!   Rachel is a Wedding Photographer and Photography Business Coach empowering ambitious wedding photographers to become in demand by elevating client connections so they can work less and serve more.    She has helped thousands of photographers + entrepreneurs over the past few years through coaching, courses, speaking events, and free resources bringing a warm and inviting approach to everything she does. She is also the host of the Gold Biz Podcast where you can find her "to the point" approach helpful for actionable tips for your business!  Her goal is to help photographers be the go-to in their market so they can work less and make more   Links mentioned in the show: https://cozyclicks.com/framework Find more of Rachel: https://www.instagram.com/racheltraxler/

We've all felt this way at one point or another... maybe it's envy or jealousy.  It could be self doubt or a mix of all of those things. Comparing ourselves to others is never a fun thing and often leads us as photographers down a path we don't want to go on. Listen to today's show to learn why we might do this to ourselves and what we can do to stop it so that we can reach our photography goals.   Links mentioned in the show: cozyclicks.com/framework cozyclicks.com/handbook

If you've got shooting photos in manual mode down perfectly, then this episode is not for you...you don't have to continue 'cause I don't want to waste your time.   BUT...   if you are struggling with any part of manual mode (even a little bit), then you'll definitely want to stick around because I wanna break something down for you as simple and straightforward as I can.   Linked mentioned in the show: https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework

Join us today with special guest, Luci Dumas, a photographer who has enjoyed a successful full time career for 40 years. She is the “baby whisperer” and photographs children, families and the occasional wedding in San Diego. Her “super power” is selling 3 to 8 wall portraits and albums to almost every client.   She breaks sown some of the mistakes she made in the beginning years + shares some pretty helpful markeing advice for anyone getiing started in the photogrpahybusiness space!  Listen here!   Links mentioned in the epsiode:   https://cozyclicks.com/handbook (learn manual mode today!) www.lucidumascoaching.com https://www.instagram.com/theprofitablephotographer_pod/ https://www.facebook.com/LuciDumasCoaching https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCut3Qk6t6Z2DUJYEYGSCfKA  

If you have just got your first new "fancy" camera or if you have had your camera for awhile, but keep asking yourself the question: "Now what?"  This episode is for you! Learn the few things you should be working on first so that you have fun with your new camera and don't feel confused or frustrated! Links mentioned in the show: cozyclicks.com/handbook

Just got a new camera? The settings and dials may be taking up a lot of your time trying to figure out what does what. But while you are trying to set your settings correctly, there is something else you might my failing to get get right. Do you know what that is? Listen in to today's episode to find out + hear 4 actionable tips to make this forgotten about feature of photography easier!   Links mentioned in the episode: https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework

  With the holidays just around the corner you might be wondering what you should ask for this holiday season when it comes to photography gear!   The lenses or camera you ask for is an important decision because most likely it is what you'll be sticking with for the next few years at the very least!   Listen here to find out which camera or lens should be on your wishlist!   Links mentioned in the episode: Register for the FREE photo class online! www.cozyclicks.com/framework

Are you struggling with FOCUS!? It feels bad when you look back at your photos and see that most of them are soft, unclear or just plain out of focus. Your first thought might even be…it's just me or I'm just not good enough.   It's not you!    There are a lot of moving parts to your camera and it's not one thing that's causing blurry photos….it could be a few.   On today's episode, Emily shares 10 things you might not have thought about that could be the reason you keep getting blurry pctures! Listen here.   LINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: Register forthe free class! https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework Grab your free manual mode handbook! https://www.cozyclicks.com/handbook

It's a myth busting episode where Emily breaks down two of the BIGGEST myths new photographers believe.  And don't feel bad if you though they were true too...so did Emily. The sooner you realize that these myths are NOT true ....the sooner you are going to see improvements in your work and feel more confident taking pictures!   Links mentioned in the episode: Free manual mode handbook https://www.cozyclicks.com/handbook Register for the free photo class! https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework   

There is something almost every new photographer does when starting the fun hobby of photography... ...and I can almost guaruntee that you are doing it too. BUT doing this thing can actually be what is stopping you from seeing improvements in your photography or editing skills and might just be holiding you back too. Listen to today's episode and find out if you are making this mistake here.   Links mentioned in the show: https://www.cozyclicks.com/academy (enrollment ends November 9th) https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework (free masterclass open now)

3 ways to get better at photography most people don't tell you... Are you ready for them? Today on the Stay Focused Podcast, Emily shares with you more than just the "how to" or "practice and learn" type tips to help you take better pictures. These three photography tips aren't always talked about but will help you see HUGE improvements in the way you take photos! Listen here! Links mentioned in the show: https://www.cozyclicks.com/photoshop

Starting a photography business should be fun.  Most new photographers start a social media page and wait for the clients to start rolling in. But there is a scary reality to social media and things that can happen that are out of your control. Heather Chesky joins Emily on The Stay Focused Podcast today sharing why starting a photography business that relies solely on social media can be a recipe for disaster...and what you should be focusing on instead! Links mentions in the show www.cozyclicks.com/handbook Where to find Heather: https://www.thebookedphotographer.com/book www.instagram.com/heather_chesky  

If shooting photos in full sun  makes you want to run away screaming...this "scary" edition episode of the Stay Focused Podcast is calling your name. Listen as Emily breaks down three things to do to take great photos when the light may be less than ideal (aka: full sun) Links mentioned in the show: https://www.cozyclicks.com/handbook https://www.instagram.com/cozyclicks  

Are you newer to photography?  Wondering what to invest in next?   There are so many gadgets and trinkets and gear that all claim to help you take even better pictures.  So what do you start buying? Listen here as Emily breaks down the most important 4 things that beginner photographers should invest in from the get go.  ( and what to steer clear of!)   Links mentioned in the episode: https://www.cozyclicks.com/handbook (learn manual mode today!) https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework ( register for the free class) Best beginner cameras Best beginner lenses  

  When you are first starting out in photography it can be hard trying to figure everything out.  And then once you do get the camera down, a whole new set of problems arise… boundaries, clients, pricing, imposter syndrome, oh my!   Enter Jane Goodrich.  She's been in your shoes, learning the most important lessons and wants to share them with you.   Tune in here to learn!   LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Try 3 months FREE of Picsello   Where to find Jane! www.picsello.com https://www.youtube.com/c/Picsello https://www.facebook.com/picsello  https://www.instagram.com/teampicsello/     Your Manual Mode handbook: https://www.cozyclicks.com/handbook

Learning your camera isn't all super techy and step by step lessons.  The biggest game chargers when it comes to leveling up your skills comes from inside of you.  Listen today to the 3 mindsets shifts that are super important to make when it comes to your photography journey!   Listen here! LINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:   www.cozyclicks.com/quiz www.cozyclicks.com/framework

  Looking for a fast, easy way to level up your portrait photography skills?  Look no further! On todays' episode of The Stay Focused Podcast , Emily is breaking down 20…yes TWENTY, short and sweet mini lessons to get you thinking about the way you take pictures!   Listen here! LINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:   www.cozyclicks.com/quiz www.cozyclicks.com/framework

Wonder what camera you should buy to get really good pictures?   Or maybe you'd like to upgrade your lens because the pictures you are taking are just not looking like the ones you'd like to be taking?   25 year veteran photographer, Jason Graves joins us on the show today chatting about gear and what you should do INSTEAD of running out to spend money on lots of new equipment.    LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Free Manual Mode Handbook: https://cozyclicks.lpages.co/mm/ https://www.instagram.com/jasongraves_photography/  

Ever wonder what you should charge for your work as a new photographer? Or maybe what you should say if someone thinks you are charging "too much"?   Annemie Tonken joins us on the show today to share with you just what you should say to people!   Annemie Tonken has been a professional photographer since 2010 and is now a respected podcaster, educator, and speaker focusing on business systems and strategies that help creative entrepreneurs run profitable, sustainable businesses they love. She is the: - Host of This Can't Be That Hard, a top-rated weekly podcast - Co-founder of The Family Narrative conference, held annually since 2017 - Creator of the Simple Sales System, which was the inspiration behind Pic-Time's popular marketing app by the same name Annemie is known for making photography business-y stuff fun and approachable! LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW:  Free Manual Mode Handbook: https://cozyclicks.lpages.co/mm/ www.thiscantbethathard.com https://www.instagram.com/thiscantbethathard_/

One of the most common problems for anyone who is new to using a camera OR for those who have been practicing photography for awhile is FOCUS. It's not just you. Lots of people have an issue with focus, but when you look at it from a different perspective it might start to clear a lot up...literally! Take a listen to this week's episode of the Stay Focused Podcast where Emily gets right in to your focus issues and answers! LINKS IN THE SHOW: https://cozyclicks.lpages.co/framework/

Mistakes are bound to happen.  But in photography, that is actually a great thing!     Cozy Clicks student Courtney Kemp opens up about  her experiences learning photography on the show today and gets real about the mistakes she made.   As a mom of 5, she could have let lack of time and her mistakes stop her, but listen to what she did instead! EPISODE LINKS: https://cozyclicks.lpages.co/framework/ https://www.instagram.com/courtneykempphotography/ https://www.facebook.com/Courtneykempphotography

It never seems like there is enough time, right?  There is no way to stop it and our kids just keep getting older!    It could also be working against you when you are trying to freeze time by learning photography.   You want to learn to take pictures and freeze time….but there is NO time  to do it!   Let's change that.  In this episode Emily breaks down how you can find more time to learn photography so that you can capture time in photographs.   EPISODE LINKS: https://cozyclicks.lpages.co/framework/  

Oh the joys of starting a photogrpahy business...it seems like a good idea at first.... but then all this confusing techy stuff bombards you. Mac Hughes from Honeybook joins us today to simplify this confusing photography business world, giving you very easy to follow strategies for what to focus on first so that overwhelm doesn't creep up on you.   LINKS: Try Honeybook out for free! http://share.honeybook.com/cozyclicks 

There is just as much meaning in a hard time as there is in a celebration. Shannon MacFarlane is a photogrpaher that has taken a different approach to her art and her business and shares with you just what that is and if it might be right for you. She is best know for  for talking about grief and other uncomfortable emotions and how photography can help start conversations around those. Starting with capturing  intimate stories for families while respecting their privacy, much of her work will not appear on social media. Learn how she has made this unique business continue to thrive based on referrals. LINKS: https://slobberedlens.substack.com

Ever been asked the question:  "What should I wear for my pictures?" If you are unsure about what to say...this episode is for you!  International stylist, Georgia Michalopoulou joins us on the show today and she is teaching you: 1. The importance of clothes when photographing people 2.The key styling items that make all the  difference during a photoshoot  3 And colours what works...and what doesn't {and how to deal with what doesn't}   Not only does she help you as a photogrpaher, but also helps gives some tips to styling you too!  Tune in here! Links in the show:  www.cozyclicks.com/bootcamp www.yourfashionlounge.co.uk Free Step by step guide on how to create a capsule wardrobe. https://bit.ly/2WUwLG1  

Digital marketing guru, Sarah DeGeorge is on the show today sharing with you how to build your photogrpahy business in the digital world! Here is the breakdown of today's show: 1.How solopreneur photographers can craft their brand story with their "why" 2. How to really utilize digital marketing mediums to authentically share your photography 3.Using your existing content to optimize your marketing!   Take a listen! LINKS:  https://www.cozyclicks.com/bootcamp Grab a  free download of Sarah's eBook on You-Focused Marketing: https://www.sardegeorge.com/you-focused-marketing.html

Being a photographer is fun and creative, right?  But when you are your own boss AND have your own business you might not think about things like....retirement. That's not quite as fun and creative, right? Whether you know a little or a lot about starting a 401k, Matt Ruttenberg with https://lifeincrs.com/ is sharing with you what you need to know about saving as a small business owner. On the show today, we break down things like: 1) Knowing the basics of 401k options 2) Narrowing down your options with 2 simple questions 3) Reasons behind starting a retirement plan for you business. If you've been putting off saving, this is an episode you don't want to miss!   LINKS: https://cozyclicks.lpages.co/courses/ Learn more from Matt! Our Evaluator will point you in the right direction on which is the best plan: https://www.lifeincrs.com/evaluator      

Feeling "stuck" with your photography goals lately? Not seeing much progress with what you want to achieve?  Or maybe a bit overwhelmed with all there is to learn? If you said yes then this episode is for you! Learn actionable strategies that will help you skyrocket your goals, get unstuck with whatever part of your journey you are at and start seeing results!  LINKS:  Free manaul mode guide: https://cozyclicks.lpages.co/manual-mode-guide-1/

From Los Angeles to the Carribean, videographer Rick Toone joins us today talking with you not only about how to get comfortable in front of video but oh so much more... As someone who has been in the entertainment industry for decades shooting everything from super bowl commercials to some of the biggest A-list Hollywood stars, Rick knows a thing or two about how to be successful in FRONT of the camera. In this episode he dives deep into teaching you: *why using video is now a must  *how to incorporate storytelling & messaging in your video *how to find your target market and then take them on the customer journey *teaches you how great video does NOT require an investment in gear LINKS IN THE EPSIODE: https://cozyclicks.lpages.co/courses/ www.shootbettervideo.com Grab Rick's free e-book!: http://bit.ly/Lookgreatonvideowithnocost