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What is outsourcing and why should I do it? In this bonus episode of the Bokeh Podcast, we are sharing a conversation between our host, Nathan Holritz, and the Picsello Facebook group that dives into why outsourcing is so important for your business. Listen in as Nathan shares how outsourcing can help photographers not only have more time to spend with the important people in their lives, but also to build and grow their businesses!
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Show Notes:
What is outsourcing? (4:07)
Why it is ok to "let go" of the editing or culling of your images to an expert (13:35)
Questions to ask yourself when determining what to outsource (16:31)
Steps to beginning a successful outsourcing experience (22:30)
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Are you having a difficult time booking clients? Or maybe you'd just like to book more jobs than you currently are? You're in luck! Emily and Erin from E-Squared Photography are here to share the important steps they've learned for booking clients more effectively!
The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast.
Show Notes:
What is one of the most important principles behind providing a great experience for clients (1:51)
What principle or strategy have Erin and Emily implemented to allow them to save time in order to have a life while running their business? (4:42)
How do Emily and Erin utilize automation in their business? (7:40)
What are your favorite self-help books? (10:55)
Favorite piece of camera gear (15:30)
The 8 C's for booking more clients
Links:
https://esquaredphotography.com
Photographer Byron Hopkins wasn’t always a photographer. An athlete, a multi-tour Marine, an author, a speaker - Byron has experienced and accomplished a lot! In this Bokeh Podcast episode, Byron shares the important lessons he’s learned about mindset - and how those lessons have enabled growth and accomplishment in his life!
The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast.
Show Notes:
What is the most important principle that allows Byron to provide customers with a great experience? (1:25)
What is one tip Byron can share about practicing effective time management? (4:58)
What is one book that Byron would recommend? (11:30)
What does it look like when making decisions about who you want to be and what direction you want to go in? (14:00)
What is Byron's favorite piece of camera gear? (20:35)
Byron's introduction and back story (23:35)
How did Byron transition from the Marines to motivational speaking and other business ventures? (35:43)
3 shifts for changing your worldview (45:35)
How can photographers who struggle with insecurity work to find confidence? (51:45)
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Links:
https://instagram.com/candidcameraimaging
https://instagram.com/justbeingbyron_
Our industry has been talking a lot about imposter syndrome in the last few years - when it wasn't really a point of conversation previously. Why has this issue become mainstream, and how can we move beyond it? Learn more in this conversation with Miles Boyer on the Bokeh Podcast!
The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast.
Show Notes:
Is there a point at which we maintain ideals for ourselves, yet accept what is actually our reality? (3:55)
Why is it so normal for most people to be ok in a state of "ok" vs pushing beyond that? (10:30)
How does Miles provide a great customer experience in order to set himself apart? (16:45)
What is a principle that has allowed Miles to manage time more efficiently? (22:10)
Why has "Imposter Syndrome" become such a widespread topic in the industry recently? (40:03)
Definition of Imposter Syndrome (52:40)
What steps can photographers take to move beyond Imposter Syndrome (1:00:25)
What is the line between "faking it til you make it" and actually just trying to learn as you go? (1:15:30)
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We have a lot of moving parts to keep up with as photography business owners, and the whole experience can get quite overwhelming at times! Fortunately, there are incredible tools in CRM's that will help us streamline our workflow, minimize overwhelm, and have more freedom as business owners. Listen in to this conversation with photographer Jorge Bernardes to learn how!
The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast.
Show Notes:
Jorge's Introduction (3:50)
What is one big principle that has enabled Jorge to maintain a life while running his business? (6:00)
Can being organized and structured actually allow you to be more creative? (9:45)
What is one big idea or principle that has allowed Jorge to grow his business? (13:20)
How does Jorge decide what to focus his time on? (18:20)
How would Jorge define organization or "being organized"? (25:35)
3 important principles of strong organization (28:11)
1. Simplify
2. Systematize workflow
3. Analyze the work and start over
What are a few key features photographers should look for in a CRM? (37:36)
1. Ability to handle common tasks
2. Flexibility to meet your workflow
3. Ability to integrate with other systems
How can photographers minimize the frustrations and time it takes to set up a CRM? (46:00)
1. Have faith in the benefit of implementing systems
2. Outline workflow prior to setting up the CRM
3. Remember that it doesn't have to be perfect from the start
4. Hire a service to set up the CRM for you
Links:
https://carpemomentumfoto.com/studioninja
Do you feel overwhelmed when you realize how many images you've taken during a session? Photographer, Ellen Cramblet joins us to share her journey toward realizing that “clarity is kindness,” and that quality is more important than quantity when it comes to deliverables. Tune in as we discuss shooting with intention, and how the images that we deliver are a reflection of our brand!
The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast.
Show Notes:
Ellen’s introduction (1:10)
Ellen’s photography business background (2:03)
Ellen’s brand position (4:00)
What is the one big idea Ellen wishes she knew when she started her business? (5:46)
How long did it take Ellen to realize quality was better than quantity? (8:55)
Terminology for context (11:00)
What are the next steps to make toward cutting back on quantity and focusing on quality? (12:28)
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Whether you want to photograph your own dog, or you're building a dog photography business - there are ways to connect with and photograph that dog to better capture its personality! Listen in to this episode of the Bokeh Podcast with dog photographer Carol Arscott to learn how!
The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast.
Show Notes:
Carol's introduction (2:00)
What is the backstory to Carol's dedication to pet photography for rescue dogs? (4:55)
What is a principle that Carol has implemented in her business that helps her maintain a healthy work-life balance (7:15)
What big idea or principle has done the heavy lifting for Carol's business?(14:45)
Carol explains how she helps dogs feel comfortable in a shoot (19:55)
How does Carol help the dog's owner feel comfortable? (23:30)
How does Carol figure out the personality of dogs and how to engage with different types? (29:40)
What does it mean to "capture the dog's soul"? (32:38)How does Carol set up the shot with the dog and their owner? (40:02)
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Planning for the financial needs of running a photography business can be truly overwhelming - but it doesn't have to be! Check out this bonus episode as Bobbi Brinkman shares what smart financial planning is, and who the most important people are when it comes to creating connections!
The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast.
Show Notes:
Bobbi’s introduction (0:49)
What is smart financial planning? What is the big idea that Bobbi wishes she would have known when she started (2:29)
Who are the most important people to connect with? (6:28)
The distinction between profit and revenue (8:40)
Recommendations (13:17)
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Do you want to charge more for your work? Photographer Kristin Sweeting says that you need to get your portfolio dialed in! Listen in to our conversation to learn how to improve the quality of work that you share in order to raise your prices!
The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast.
Show Notes:
Kristin's introduction (1:26)
What principle has Kristin learned that has allowed her to run a business while still having a life? (3:40)
What is one idea or principle that Kristin has implemented that has done a lot of the heavy lifting in her business? (9:03)
Where are we as a photography industry in relation to withdrawing from building community due to the idea of being introverted? (14:07)
Introduction to the idea of focusing on your portfolio for pricing (19:20)
How would Kristin respond to the argument that the actual photos don't drive pricing for photographers as much as the experience a photographer provides? (21:35)
What makes a portfolio "strong"? (25:30)
1. Include the "unexpected"
2. Consistency (show images that reflect what you say you provide)
3. Attention to detail
Links:
https://instagram.com/kristinsweeting
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dangerous-creatives-a-photography-and-creative/id1435228087
Show Notes:
How did the Bokeh Podcast come to fruition? (3:23)
How long did it take to find the flow and rhythm of hosting a podcast? (7:30)
Why the black v-neck T-shirts? (13:45)
What are 3 things Nathan is implementing or focusing on for this year? (22:07)
How can you stay focused and maintain time for yourself while running multiple businesses? (31:00)
Has hosting the podcast changed your life, through one interview or overall? (39:00)
What does a "Nathan Moment" look like - something you do that is just for you and not "productive"? (42:32)
A little discussion on "Finding Yourself" vs creating the life you want. (49:00)
Has there ever been a situation during the podcast where the conversation wasn't going well? (1:00:45)
What's next with Nathan's business ventures? (1:11:48)
Links:
Bokeh episode with Shawn Lee:
https://www.photographersedit.com/bokeh-podcast/episodes/developing-a-brand-that-makes-a-difference/
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