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Some of the most respected business owners and artists in photography are our guests. We are creating building blocks to help you develop a stronger foundation for your business and marketing skillsets, and sometimes even for your life!

Join us each Thursday for a podcast that explores photography at its core!

The “Mind Your Own Business” podcast is a collaborative effort between Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Join Skip Cohen and Chamira Young as they talk with a leader in imaging who shares ideas that will help you become a stronger more well-rounded business owner and artist.

The “Photofocus Roundtable” podcast, hosted by Ron Pepper and Rob Moroto as they dive into a specific topic for photographers.

Finally, the Photofocus “Q&A Show” seeks to answer your burning photography questions. Be sure to ask your questions at https://photofocus.com/questions/

Stay tuned to Photofocus.com for help with all your photography questions, inspiration, how-to’s along with lots more great podcasts. Thank you for listening.

Latest Episodes:

Roundtable: "Backgrounds" with Lauri Novak Jan 20, 2022

Show notes

In Episode 1 of our Roundtable, our panel discusses their current interest in live events as well as how they are using social media. Our featured topic is Lauri's post about using simple backgrounds. This group's take on the subjects can sometimes be outside the box.

Background article: https://photofocus.com/photography/using-what-you-have-on-hand-as-backgrounds/

Join us at the Visual Storytelling Conference, providing free creativity and business training for photographers!

Thank you to our sponsor, Photomatix.

Where to find us

Lauri Novak: laurinovak.com and seewithlauri.com Ron Pepper: ronpepper.com and instagram.com/rpepper Rob Moroto: robmoroto.com and CalgaryPhotos.ca

Mind Your Own Business: Bert Behnke shares how he keeps his photo business on track Jan 13, 2022

Show notes

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today, we chat with photographer Bert Behnke. Bert shares what he's been doing to keep his photography business on track during these challenging times.

We discuss:

How Bert got started in the photography industry
How he's staying focused and maintaining his business
The role of education
How he puts his portrait clients at ease during a photo session
The dynamics of working with his wife on the photography business
Upcoming ImagingUSA
His upcoming programs
Advice for photographers just starting out

Bert can be found at

BehnkePhoto.com

Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner.

You can be the next guest on our podcast

Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host.

Thanks for listening! Don't forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we'd love it if you could post a review!

Mind Your Own Business: Kay Eskridge discusses how she serves her clients Dec 30, 2021

Show notes

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today, we chat with portrait photographer Kay Eskridge. Kay discusses how she's been serving her clients during the pandemic, as well as how she's taking care of herself and her family.

We discuss:

How Kay got started in the photography industry
This is a teaser for the in-person program in January at Imaging USA
Finding balance with her business and her family
Opportunities to serve her clients during the pandemic
How she's keeping her sanity during the pandemic
Why taking care of mental health is so important for all of us
Low hanging fruit for your business
How she stays at the forefront of people's minds
How her pet portraits are an untapped market during the pandemic
Kay's advice for photographers just starting out

Kay can also be found at

ImagesbyKay.com

Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner.

You can be the next guest on our podcast

Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host.

Thanks for listening! Don't forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we'd love it if you could post a review!

Mind Your Own Business: Joe McNally shares stories from the field and how he uses the new Nikon Z 9 Nov 23, 2021

Show notes

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with photographer, author, director and storyteller Joe McNally. Get ready to be inspired!

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We discuss:

How Joe got started in the photograph industry
Things he during his down time during the pandemic
We discuss the new Nikon Z 9, the pro-level mirrorless camera, real-time autofocus tracking and speed
The Nikon Z 9's autofocus enhancements and enhanced video capabilities
How he uses it out in the field, including his article discussing it
His new book, the Real Deal, he wrote during the pandemic.
Any advice for photographers just starting out

You can find Joe McNally at:

JoeMcNally.com

You can be the next guest on our podcast

Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host.

Thanks for listening! Don't forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we'd love it if you could post a review!

Beyond Technique: Art Wolfe discusses his business, his travels, and his latest book Nov 18, 2021

Show notes

Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level, brought to you by Platypod, Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Today we chat with renowned photographer Art Wolfe's as he celebrates his 70th birthday with the publication of his 124th book, N ight on Earth!

Check out Platypod.com, the world's most compact tripod for photographers! We discuss:

How Art got started in the industry
The impact the pandemic has had on his photography career
Photographers and artists he drew inspiration from
The backstory behind his new book, Night on Earth, available on his website and Amazon
The discipline it takes to consistently write books
The role of relationship building when traveling
Advice for photographers just starting out

Art Wolfe can be found at:

ArtWolfe.com

Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner.

Have suggestions on future topics you want us to cover? Email us:

Skip Cohen: skip@mei500.com
Chamira Young: chamira@photofocus.com

You can be the next guest on our podcast

Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line BEYOND TECHNIQUE IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host.

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Please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via iTunes.

Mind Your Own Business: Myron Fields discusses the power of printed portraits and leaving a legacy Oct 21, 2021

Show notes

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with portrait photographer Myron Fields. Get ready to be inspired! This episode is also a sneak peak into our Mind Your Own Business LIVE Imaging USA program in January 2021!

We discuss:

How Myron got started in the photography industry
The importance of printed portraits over digital files
How printed portraits can leave a powerful legacy
Things he did to survive during the pandemic
The importance of serving your clients
Soft sell educational style of your website (educating the client)
Advice for photographers just starting out

You can find Myron at:

Mfieldsphotography.com

You can be the next guest on our podcast

Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host.

Thanks for listening! Don't forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we'd love it if you could post a review!

Mind Your Own Business: Allison Tyler Jones shares how to fully serve your clients Oct 14, 2021

Show notes

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with Arizona-based portrait and commercial photographer Allison Tyler Jones. Get ready to be inspired!

We discuss:

How Allison got her start as a photographer
What she did during the pandemic and survived
The importance of developing your brand as a photographer
Allison's program "The rework" , and how it's helping portrait photographers uniquely brand and confidently price their best work
Why Allison's business focuses on being full service
The importance of being uniquely YOU in your photography business
Advice for photographers just starting out

You can find Allison at:

You can be the next guest on our podcast

Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host.

Thanks for listening! Don't forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we'd love it if you could post a review!

Beyond Technique: The Road to Seasonality and Profitability Oct 07, 2021

Show notes

Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level, brought to you by Platypod, Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Today we chat about how to make the most out of the road to seasonality as we move into the fourth quarter for your photography business. We cover some great ideas about how to move your business forward, so be ready to take notes!

Check out Platypod.com, the world's most compact tripod for photographers! We discuss:

Why now more than ever, your clients have a renewed sense of family, and how family portraits play a role
Why you should stay in touch with your past clients
The importance of being involved in your community
How photographer Steven Gotz created coloring books for his clients with young children in order to lift their spirits.
How a "portrait party" can be a great way to get your name out in the community.
The importance of building a community calendar.
The importance of your blog.
How partnerships can revolutionize your business.

Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner.

Have suggestions on future topics you want us to cover? Email us:

Skip Cohen: skip@mei500.com
Chamira Young: chamira@photofocus.com

You can be the next guest on our podcast

Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line BEYOND TECHNIQUE IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host.

Share this podcast!

Please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via iTunes:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photofocus/id512223214

Mind Your Own Business: Food photographer Andrew Scrivani discusses building relationships Sep 08, 2021

Show notes

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with New York based food photographer Andrew Scrivani about the food photography industry. Get ready to be inspired!

We discuss:

How Andrew got his unusual start in food photography
The role of relationship building in his career
Some of the biggest challenges he's faced in the food photography industry as it changes
The role social media plays in building your business today
The discipline it takes to right a book, and how he marketed it
Why it's crucial to be easy to work with
Exciting projects he's working on
Any advice for photographers just starting out

You can find Andrew at:

You can be the next guest on our podcast

Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host.

Thanks for listening! Don't forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we'd love it if you could post a review!

Beyond Technique: Ali Furtwangler shares the impact of giving back to grieving families Aug 26, 2021

Show notes

Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level, brought to you by Platypod, Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Today we chat with Ali Furtwangler from NowILayMeDowntoSleep.org (NILMDTS) about the massive impact photographers are having with grieving families via their organization.

Check out Platypod.com, the world's most compact tripod for photographers! We discuss:

Ali's journey that brought her to photography
The importance of giving back to grieving families
The massive impact of becoming a NILMDTS photographer
The benefits of joining NILMDTS, as opposed to trying to do it on your own
The myths of dealing with grieving families
Recruiter volunteer month coming up in September
How to get involved with NowILayMeDowntoSleep.org

Apply for FREE at:

NowILayMeDowntoSleep.org/apply-Skip (Use the promo code SKIP)

Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner.

Have suggestions on future topics you want us to cover? Email us:

Skip Cohen: skip@mei500.com
Chamira Young: chamira@photofocus.com

You can be the next guest on our podcast

Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line BEYOND TECHNIQUE IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host.

Share this podcast!

Please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via iTunes.

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