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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:

Mind Your Own Business: Tom Curley discusses sowing the seeds for an amazing 2021 Dec 11, 2020

Show notes

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with photographer Tom Curley about the importance (and excitement!) of making plans for the future, as well as how he is currently sowing the seeds for his future success. Get ready to be inspired!

We discuss:

How Tom got his start in the photography industry
Challenges photographers are facing today
How he has had to pivot in the photography industry over the years
The importance of diversity in your skillset
His new direction with travel photography
The importance of understanding cultures as you travel
How he is sowing seeds and planning for the future
Advice for photographers just starting out
His upcoming Silk Road Tours in 2021

You can find Tom at:

Tom-Curley.com
Instagram: @tcurley1
Learn more about his Silkroadtours2020 on Facebook

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: JB Sallee shares how he is staying productive and planning for the future Nov 18, 2020

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 photographer JB Sallee about how he's staying productive during 2020 and planning for the future!

Check out Platypod's Black Friday Specials! We discuss:

How JB got started in the photography industry
How he is sustaining his business given the challenges of 2020
How he is maintaining relationships with his clients
How he is staying productive and planning for the future
Skills many photographers struggle with
The importance of education
How he has used Platypod in his photography work
Advice for photographers and the importance of having a business mentor
His upcoming campfire workshop at CampfireWorkshops.com

JB can be found at:

SalleePhotography.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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Mind Your Own Business: Jerry and Melissa Ghionis Discuss How They Grow Their Business Nov 13, 2020

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Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today, we chat with Jerry and Melissa Ghionis, the dynamic duo behind Jerry Ghionis Photography. You don't want to miss this!

We discuss:

How they got started individual, and as a team
How they are dealing with challenges of 2020
The advantages of working as a duo and each finding their own "sweet spot", role-wise
Growing together as a couple
Current projects they're working on that has them excited
Why it's so important to fall in love with the process of growing your business
Advice for photographers just starting out

Jerry and Melissa can be found at JerryGhionisPhotography.com Check out their free webinar at JerryGhionis.com/webinar

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!

Beyond Technique: Levi Sim Discusses Relationship Building and Being Helpful Oct 28, 2020

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 photographer Levi Sim about how relationship building and being helpful has moved his photography forward.

Check out Platypod's new Ultra Commercial Twin Pack! We discuss:

How Levi got started in his photography career
The importance of being helpful and having a thick skin as you build your photography business
The other elements of running a business besides taking photos
What's a typical day for Levi looks like
How Levi is using Platypod's Ultra Twin Pack
The most important lessons Levi has learned over his career
The role of relationship building
Advice for photographers just getting started

Levi can be found at:

LeviSim.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.

Share This Podcast!

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

Mind Your Own Business: Glen Clark discusses tips for getting sponsorship opportunities Oct 09, 2020

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Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today, we chat with Glen Clark. Glen discusses ways to get your foot in the door with companies for sponsorship opportunities. You don't want to miss this!

We discuss:

How Glen got started in the photography industry
How to begin the process of forming relationships with companies in order get sponsorships
Tips for building your skillset and doing your homework
Tips for building your brand
How speaking skills can ultimately help your long term goals
How to make the most out of networking at conferences
Why it's important to give a company a reason to want to form a sponsorship relationship with you
Advice for photographers just starting out

Glen can be found at @GlenAClark on social media

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: Shiv Verma shares ways to stay creative and move your business forward Sep 18, 2020

Show notes

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today, we chat with photographer Shiv Verma! Shiv discusses ways to foster your creativity and improve your photography business.

We discuss:

How Shiv got started as a professional photographer
The role patience plays in his photography process and workflow
Fun ways to stay creative during down time
Things Shiv is doing to keeping optimism and moral high
Ways to improve your photography business
His outlook on the photography industry moving forward
Advice for photographers just starting out in photography

Shiv can be found at:

ShivVerma.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!

Beyond Technique: Shep Hyken discusses how to be proactive and build customer loyalty Sep 16, 2020

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 customer service expert Shep Hyken about effective ways photographers can be proactive and build customer loyalty!

Check out Platypod: The world's most compact tripod for photographers and filmmakers! We discuss:

How Shep got started in his customer service career
Opportunities to build customer loyalty
Examples of ways photographers can pivot their business
How a photographer's emotional connection with their clients can be an advantage
The importance of being proactive (instead of reactive) in today's climate
Opportunities small businesses have right now, and a possible advantage they have over large business
Advice for photographers just starting out right now

Shep can be found at:

Hyken.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.

Share This Podcast!

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

Beyond Technique: Wildlife Photographer Moose Peterson Discusses Maintaining Passion and Focus Aug 19, 2020

Show notes

Welcome to Beyond Technique

Hello and welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level, brought to you by and Platypod, Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Today we chat with wildlife photographer Moose Peterson!

Check out Platypod: The world's most compact tripod for photographers and filmmakers! We discuss:

How Moose got started in his photography career
Why having passion for the creative process is so important
How he raises awareness about endangered species
The role focus plays in his business
How he gets the word out about his work around the world
How he maintains focus with all of the challenges that interrupt us
Some of the biggest challenges new wildlife photographers face
Advice for photographers just starting out

Moose can be found at:

MoosePeterson.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.

Share This Podcast!

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

Mind Your Own Business: Nicole Begley Discusses Growing Her Pet Photography Business Aug 14, 2020

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Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today, we chat with pet photographer Nicole Begley. Nicole discusses how she's grown her pet photography business over the years and great tips for aspiring pet photographers!

We discuss:

How Nicole got started as a professional pet photographer
Technique and tips she uses for better photo sessions
How Nicole has learned to "speak their language" when it comes to pets
How she's kept her pet photography going amongst the pandemic
Her educational resources, Hair of the Dog, and how it helps other pet photographers
Stories of some of the most difficult pet portrait sessions she's done
Advice for photographers just starting out in pet photography

Nicole can be found 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!

InFocus Interview Show: Understanding studio lighting Aug 07, 2020

Show notes

My guest is a California based photographer who has a distinguished career in Hollywood, working on several number one Hit shows including NCIS, NCIS LA, House, Grey's Anatomy and many more. He's an educator and has shared his talents with many photographers. Please Welcome Mike Kubeisy.

Topics include what are the different types of lights, personal gear Mike uses and why, challenging lighting conditions and light modifiers.

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 Vanelli at v@photofocus.com with the subject line of INFOCUS INTERVIEW 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! This InFocus Interview Show episode is brought to you by our partners, Lume Cube and Drobo. If you like these InFocus Interviews, please consider supporting them and sharing these links with your friends!

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