Best Nicole Begley Podcasts (2024)

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Travel Hacking: Earning Points 33:53

3d ago33:53

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251 - Welcome back to the Freedom Focus Photography podcast! In this second episode of our three-part series on travel hacking, we're diving into the exciting world of earning points. If you love to travel and dream of doing so for free or at a significantly reduced cost, this episode is a must-listen. I'll be sharing my tried-and-true methods for …

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Travel Hacking 101 37:16

10d ago37:16

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250 - Welcome to the Freedom Focus Photography Podcast! In this special episode, we're kicking off a three-part series dedicated to one of the most exciting and requested topics: travel hacking. If you've ever dreamed of traveling for free or at a fraction of the cost, you're in the right place. Today, we'll explore how to leverage credit card poin…

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Time Traveling with Heather Lahtinen 50:35

17d ago50:35

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249 - In this episode of the Freedom Focus Photography Podcast, we’re jumping into our imaginary DeLorean and time traveling to share the ultimate 3-step success formula we wish we had known from the start! Join Heather and me as we reveal how making decisions, taking action, and trusting yourself can transform your photography business. We also sh…

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Pricing Review - Jumping from $1700 to $3800 31:05

24d ago31:05

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248 - In today's episode of the Freedom Focus Photography Podcast, I'm flexing my superpower – digging into a photographer's pricing and helping them make quick and easy changes that result in majorly elevated sales! Today, we're chatting with Michaela from BMac Photography in San Diego, who was running a very successful business with a $1,700 aver…

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Raising Prices Without Losing Clients 35:31

1M ago35:31

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247 - In today's episode of the Freedom Focus Photography Podcast, we're diving into the art of raising your prices in your portrait photography business without losing your clients. Whether you're just starting out with a low-cost all-inclusive model or you're already seeing high sales and aiming to break into an even more luxurious market, we’ve …

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Boss, Not Bossy: How Kellee Wynne Helps Others Fulfill Their Dreams by Sharing Her Knowledge (and Why You Should Too!) 46:39

1M ago46:39

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When it comes to sharing her love of art, color, photography, and business, Kellee Wynne isn’t shy. But that openness and willingness to say what’s on her mind didn’t always feel like a good thing when she was growing up. Instead, it’s been a skill she’s spent more than a decade refining and cultivating through her various business ventures as an a…

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Your Money Machine with Mel Abraham 48:17

1M ago48:17

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246 - In today’s Freedom Focus Photography Podcast, join Nicole Begley as she chats with financial expert Mel Abraham to break down the ins and outs of financial planning for creatives. In this episode, Mel demystifies the process of building your own "money machine"—a system designed to cultivate financial independence and long-term security. This…

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LAURA BEGLEY BLOOM, Travel Writer: TIPS ON HOW TO EXPERIENCE DEATH VALLEY NATIONAL PARK THIS SUMMER 4:52

1M ago4:52

4:52

Summer in Death Valley may be hot, but it offers a unique advantage: fewer crowds. This translates to a more intimate, affordable, and secluded experience in Death Valley National Park. If prepared for the heat, this could be the perfect time to explore one of America’s true national treasures. Laura Begley Bloom, a senior contributor with Forbes a…

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Aftershoot: How Embracing an AI Workflow Can Help You Become a Better, More Efficient Photographer with Justin Benson 36:28

1M ago36:28

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The age of AI is here… and that’s not a comforting realization for many of us working in the creative field. But the technology isn’t going away, so what if we could use AI tools to elevate our work, instead of replacing us? That’s the future Justin Benson and the team at Aftershoot have in mind for AI in the photography field. In today’s episode, …

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From $105 to 6-Figures 43:51

2M ago43:51

43:51

245 - Welcome back to the latest episode of the Freedom Focus Photography podcast! Ever had one of those moments where you think, “Is this actually happening?”. I had one of those moments early in my photography business that I’ll never forget. Picture this: I'm standing in the bank, clutching my first check for $105 and change, ready to open my sh…

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Take your shot: How to Find Your Unique Photography Voice with Valerie Eidson 38:57

2M ago38:57

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Before Valerie Eidson found photography, she tried every other creative field first. Eventually, she found herself behind a camera with a new problem: how to learn and develop her own voice and style. In today’s episode, Valerie and I sit down to chat about the key decisions that helped her create her own unique perspective when it comes to her pho…

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Selling Albums with Daniel Usenko 31:28

2M ago31:28

31:28

244 - Welcome back to the Freedom Focus Photography Podcast! I'm your host, Nicole Begley, and today we have a very special guest, Daniel Usenko, the creative force behind Pixellu, developers of my favorite album design software, Smart Albums. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting to explore the possibility of adding albums to your service…

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Love, Loss, and Legacies: Why Anna Kruse is So Passionate About Capturing Timeless Family Moments 41:34

2M ago41:34

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While artistic interest runs in Anna Kruse’s family, she didn’t immediately take an interest in photography. In fact, she didn’t even begin photography until she became a mother, but it wasn’t until the loss of her father that she finally decided to make photography into her career, after truly understanding the gift of captured memories. In today’…

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Gallery Wall Contests with Michaela Trujillo 25:43

2M ago25:43

25:43

243 - Welcome to this exciting episode of the Freedom Focus Photography Podcast! Today, we're diving into a unique and impactful marketing strategy with our guest, Michaela Trujillo from BMAC Pet Photography in San Diego, CA. She’s masterfully combined art, community engagement, and philanthropy through her innovative Gallery Wall Contest - creatin…

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Ebb and Flow: The Myth of Finding Balance as a Mother and Business Owner with Aspen Dawn 39:55

2M ago39:55

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When it comes to motherhood and business, there is no perfect balance. In some seasons, one takes precedence over the other… and that’s okay! Finding success in both requires holding space and giving ourselves grace when both parts of our life feel less than harmonious. In this episode, family photographer Aspen Dawn shares how exactly she goes abo…

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How I Triggered Heather 35:25

2M ago35:25

35:25

242 - Welcome back to the latest episode of the Freedom Focus Photography podcast! In this session, we dive deep into some intriguing personal revelations with Heather, who unexpectedly found herself discussing ME with her business coach! 😳 Talk about our mind jumping to conclusions! Imagine what I was thinking when I found this out! In this episod…

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From Chaos to Keepsakes: The Joy of Photographing Large Families with Kristen Coberly 33:32

2M ago33:32

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Sandy beaches, wind and waves, and small children everywhere… sounds like a recipe for chaos when it comes to a photoshoot, right? Well, to be honest, it is! And that’s okay with Kristen Coberly. In this episode, Kristen shares how she’s learned to embrace the chaos of photographing large families by planning for multiple outcomes, going with the f…

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The Offline Photographer Ep. 5 26:44

2M ago26:44

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241 - Welcome to our final episode of The Offline Photographer! Throughout this series, we've explored the art of in-person marketing, empowering photographers to step away from screens and cultivate genuine, face-to-face connections in their local communities. By focusing on offline engagement, we've helped photographers find innovative ways to bu…

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Play, Prompts, and Passion: How Liz Devinny Creates Playful Photography Masterpieces 44:42

2M ago44:42

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For Liz Devinny, photography isn’t her only interest. In fact, her passion for art and education (she’s a middle school and high school teacher!) led her into her photography career. Along the way, she’s developed her own playful, bright style by experimenting with color and using her teaching experiences to set all of the family members at her pho…

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From IG to Email Lists with Dayna Schaaf 42:52

3M ago42:52

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240 - In today's episode, we're diving into the realm of marketing automation and its incredible benefits for photographers. Whether you're juggling multiple roles in your business or looking for effective ways to streamline your marketing efforts, this episode is packed with insights and practical advice. Joining us is special guest Dayna Schaaf, …

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Scroll-stopping Storytelling: Creating Fine Art Children's Portraits with Photographer Iwona Podlasinska 45:36

3M ago45:36

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Iwona Podlasinska started her career as an architect, but once she became a mother, she discovered her newest inspiration: her children. That prompted her to pivot into the world of photography, and she’s been honing her creative craft ever since! In today’s episode, Iwona and I chat about her incredible career as she’s focused on fine art children…

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Nicole Iny—Executive Director of Grants and Consumer Education at FAIR Health: Tools, educational content and resources to help older adults and family caregivers plan for care relevant to Seniors 7:00

3M ago7:00

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Older adults (age 65 and over) often shoulder a significant portion of healthcare costs but may not always receive the care they prefer. This month, FAIR Health, with generous support from The John A. Hartford Foundation, launched FAIRHealthOlderAdults.org, a free website that offers tools, educational content and resources to help older adults and…

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Dr. Joanne Mortimer, Medical Oncologist at City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center and Jessica, Woman Diagnosed with Breast Cancer: BRCA Mutation and Importance of Genetic Testing 5:19

3M ago5:19

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Dr. Joanne Mortimer, a medical oncologist at the City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center and Jessica, who was diagnosed with breast cancer join me to talk about the importance of BRCA mutation testing, and how knowing her BRCA mutation status led to routine cancer screenings that Jessica says saved her life.…

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Robin Growley, Bank of America’s Savings and Budgeting Guru: How to Navigate Personal Finance Trends to Build Lasting Savings Habits 9:56

3M ago9:56

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From cash stuffing to loud budgeting, when there’s a new personal finance trend every month, it can be challenging to decipher the best way to keep your finances in shape. Rising costs haven’t made it easier, especially as consumers navigate building up their savings amidst higher costs of living. America Saves Week is a time for people at all stag…

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Tamim Hamid: Author of Grow It Back, How Laser Phototherapy Stops Hair Loss and Regrows Your Hair 14:17

3M ago14:17

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What would make Tamim Hamid, a former NASA biomedical engineer working at the Kennedy Space Center invent a device that regrows hair and write a book about it? Well, today we're going to find out; he's the author of Grow It Back, How Laser Phototherapy Stops Hair Loss and Regrows Your Hair.By Audrey Adams

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Laurie Murphy: Author of Dream Me Home 14:17

3M ago14:17

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Registered nurse and psychotherapist Laurie Elizabeth Murphy draws on her own experience working in the field to create a uniquely intellectual and entertaining mystery in her new book, Dream Me Home. It's a chilling mystery, a story of betrayal, infidelity, and love.By Audrey Adams

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10 Thoughts that Hold Photographers Back Part 3 36:33

3M ago36:33

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239 - Welcome back to the Freedom Focus Photography Podcast! As emerging photographers, many of you might be grappling with the question: "Am I ready to start charging for my services?" It's a hurdle that every new photographer faces at some point. You might feel like your skills aren't polished enough or your portfolio isn't vast enough to justify…

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A Passion for Pet Portraits: Making Furry Friend Photography a Profitable Business with Nicole Begley 39:45

3M ago39:45

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Nicole didn’t start her career as a photographer. She just had a love for animals and knew she wanted to work with them forever! When she finally did pick up a camera, it took her a few years before she niched down to just pet portraits, but since then, she’s created a thriving, profitable business doing just that! In this episode, I chat with gues…

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10 Thoughts that Hold Photographers Back Part 2 36:58

3M ago36:58

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238 - Welcome back to the Freedom Focus Photography Podcast! In this episode, we're continuing our exploration of the common excuses photographers make that stall their progress. Heather Lahtinen joins us once again as we call BS on these all-too-familiar myths. Whether it’s the size of your audience, your personal skills in sales, or misconception…

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Contracts, Copyrights, and Copycats:The Must-Do Legal Tasks for Your Photography Business with Kiffanie Stahle 58:13

3M ago58:13

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As creatives, the legal side of running a business can be really intimidating for us. What protection do we need? Can we just use a contract from the internet? What do we do when someone steals our photographs?! Well, in today’s episode, I’m chatting with Kiffanie Stahle to answer all your burning legal questions and hopefully ease some of your fea…

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10 Thoughts that Hold Photographers Back Part 1 36:18

3M ago36:18

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237 - Welcome back to the Freedom Focus Photography Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of running a successful photography business! Today, Nicole Begley and our mostly-co-host, Heather Lahtinen, tackle the tricky terrain of photography pricing and those stubborn beliefs that just might be holding your business back. Ever whispered to yours…

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Marketing Mindset Makeover: Why It’s Time for Photographers to Rethink Their Marketing Strategies with Carolina Guzik 46:15

3M ago46:15

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As photographers, we’d love to spend all of our time just photographing and working with our clients. Unfortunately, in 2024, it takes a little more than that to attract new clients to your business, but cultivating a successful marketing mindset doesn’t always feel intuitive to creatives. So in today’s episode, I’m talking to Carolina Guzik, exper…

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The Offline Photographer Ep. 4 25:12

4M ago25:12

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236 - This episode of the Freedom Focus Photography podcast, hosted by Heather Lahtinen, delves into the "Offline Photographer Challenge" introduced in episode 219. The challenge is part of the Elevate program, designed to help photographers enhance their in-person marketing strategies by engaging with their local community. Heather invites Laura W…

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Genealogist Bernice Bennett: Family Health History Conversations Could Help Drive Awareness and Diagnosis of an Inherited Condition 9:23

3M ago9:23

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Genealogist and health educator Bernice Bennett, host of Alnylam’s Family Health History Road Trip program, traveled and visited families affected by an inherited condition called hereditary ATTR amyloidosis – She is joined by Giselle, whose father’s diagnosis solved her own health puzzle and why it’s so important for families to discuss their heal…

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The Profitable Photographer: Pricing for Profit in Your Photography Business with Jamie Devlin 53:54

4M ago53:54

53:54

Everywhere you look on the internet, you can find pricing guides, information, and others talking about the revenue their businesses generate. And that’s all fine and good, but at the end of the day, it doesn’t really matter when it comes to your individual business. What really matters is whether or not you’re pricing for profit in your business. …

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Dark Heather 41:45

4M ago41:45

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235 - Heather Lahtinen has been a regular guest on the Freedom Focus Photography podcast, bringing her insights and experiences to our vibrant community of photographers. But today's episode unveils a side of Heather we've never seen before - a side that she used to keep hidden. In a candid and transformative conversation, Heather steps into the ho…

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The Procrastinating Robot with Lisa DiGeso: Strategies to Deal with Overwhelm & Procrastination 24:07

4M ago24:07

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If you’re alive in 2024, I’m sure you’re familiar with the concept of overwhelm. It’s so common, little space robots on Mars are even feeling it (not a joke, this literally happened!) In fact, these feelings of overwhelm can be so powerful, that they paralyze us from getting anything done at all! But with distractions, options, and ideas everywhere…

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Art, Lifestyle, or Love: What Drives Your Business? 56:03

4M ago56:03

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Welcome to another episode of the Creative Freedom Rebellion - a podcast series within the Freedom Focus Photography podcast, hosted by Nicole Begley and J. Nichole Smith, AKA Nic. Through the past 10+ years of mentoring pet photographers, we’ve noticed that the “why” of many pet photographers falls into one of three buckets. The love of art, the g…

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Picture Perfect Productivity: Strategies for Streamlining Your Photography Business with Brittnie Renee 51:52

4M ago51:52

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Does it ever feel like you’re working around the clock but still can’t seem to get anything done? There’s a common misconception that the more we work, the more productive and successful we’re going to be. But that’s simply not true! In today’s episode, I’m interviewing Brittnie Renee, a professional family photographer and educator who helps her s…

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Your Mind Circus with Karen Bartos 43:24

4M ago43:24

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233 - Today’s episode of the Freedom Focus Photography Podcast is an episode that will resonate with photographers across all specialties. In this enlightening conversation, I sit down with Karen Bartos, a boudoir photographer whose journey from landscape and high school senior photography to the intimate world of boudoir is a narrative of transfor…

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Countdown to Success: Using The Rocketship Blueprint to Propel Your Photography Business Forward with Senior Photographer Sean Brown 1:02:29

4M ago1:02:29

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Does your photography business ever feel like it’s just too “heavy” to maintain? Is your messaging lacking a clear strategy that sets you apart from the competition? Are you struggling to attract your ideal clients on a consistent basis? In today’s episode, I’m interviewing Sean Brown, a professional senior photographer and educator who has mastere…

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Dr Richard T. Benson-Mind Your Risks For High Blood Pressure 6:54

5M ago6:54

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Did you know? That Black Americans are up to 50 percent more likely to have high blood pressure when compared to other racial and ethnic groups, and Black/African American men have the highest rate of uncontrolled blood pressure? Joining me to talk about the importance of controlling blood pressure in midlife (particularly for Black men ages 28 to …

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Embracing Rejection with Korina Joseph 40:59

5M ago40:59

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232 - Welcome back to another exciting episode of the Freedom Focus Photography podcast! This time, our host, Nicole Begley, sits down with the incredibly talented Korina Joseph, a pet photographer who has truly made waves in the industry. Korina's had her photography business for a few years, but since that virus which shall not be named her busin…

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Focus on Inclusion: Empathy and Advocacy in Neurodivergent Family Photography with Stacey Feasel 39:22

5M ago39:22

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When you’re a photographer, you learn that no session is quite the same as the last! That’s especially true when working with children and, in particular, children who are neurodivergent. So what can you do during those sessions to ensure your studio is a safe and inclusive environment for everyone? This guest has the answer! In today’s episode, I’…

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Fetching Multi-6 Figures with Ryan Erickson 39:06

5M ago39:06

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231 - Ryan Erickson takes us through his transformative journey from wedding photography to launching his mobile dog portrait studio, Fetch Photo Truck. The pandemic prompted him to reassess his career path and follow his true passion for dog photography – a move that has certainly paid off! Ryan dives into the ups and downs of managing a mobile bu…

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Learning Curves: How Maintaining a Lifetime Learner Mindset Can Help You Master Your Fine Art Maternity with Esther Kay 45:22

5M ago45:22

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As photographers, many of us are guilty of spending thousands of dollars on equipment, gowns, and props that, at the surface, seem to offer endless variety. But are these things really what drive creativity? Could there be a better investment of your time and resources than the latest trend? In today’s episode, I’m interviewing Esther Kay, a profes…

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The Offline Photographer Ep. 3 35:31

5M ago35:31

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230 - We're diving deep into the heart of in-person marketing with our special series, "The Offline Photographer." Hosted by Heather Lahtinen, today's episode is all about the art of the pivot. Chatting with Laura Wombwell from Laura Wombwell Photography in Ontario, Canada, we're unpacking the big question: When is it right to shift gears in your b…

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Nicole Iny—Executive Director of Grants and Consumer Education at FAIR Health 8:08

5M ago8:08

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A Kid at Heart: The Art & Business of Preschool Photography with Trina Julius 34:22

5M ago34:22

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Preschool aged children are such a fun group to photograph! Just ask Trina Julius, a professional preschool photographer of 10 years who has photographed thousands of 4 to 5-year-olds over the course of her career. In today’s episode, Trina shares how she discovered her passion for preschool photography and what she loves most about working with th…

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Our Quantum Leap Adventure 54:25

5M ago54:25

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229 - Buckle up for an action-packed adventure with Nicole Begley and Heather Lahtinen, where we dive into the superhero transformation of everyday photographers into unstoppable business heroes, all thanks to theProgress Lab! This episode is like opening a comic book where the characters leap off the page, each with their own tale of bravery and t…

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