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Have you ever scrolled through your Instagram feed and seen photographers posting gorgeous runway shots from New York Bridal Fashion Week? Perhaps you’ve wondered how they got there, what the experience is like, and whether it’s something you could do too. In this episode, I chat with photographer Leah Strozeski about her experiences shooting New […]

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Have you hit a pricing plateau in your photography business? Maybe you’ve mastered charging $5,000 for weddings but wonder what it would take to reach that coveted $10,000 level. If you’re curious about what truly separates photographers who command premium pricing from those still growing, this episode breaks down the exact differences and gives you […]

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Ever wonder what it really takes to go from struggling photographer to booking consistent clients and finally going full-time? In this special episode, I sit down with Elena, a past Book It student who went from being severely burned by previous photography education to bringing in over $25K in just five months as a Chicago-based […]

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Do you cringe at the thought of promoting your photography services? Find yourself stuck in ineffective marketing patterns that aren’t bringing in those $5K+ dream clients? If you’re tired of feeling “salesy” or worried about coming across as pushy on social media, this episode is your roadmap to transforming how you show up online. I’m […]

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Are you stuck doing mini sessions that barely pay the bills? Dreaming of booking higher-paying dream clients but feeling stuck in the same patterns? In today’s special episode, I sit down with my former student Kianna to discuss her incredible transformation – from struggling with mini sessions to booking destination weddings and doubling her income […]

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Are you struggling to balance motherhood with running your business? Wondering how to plan for maternity leave without sacrificing your income or client experience? In this episode, I share my raw, unfiltered experience of navigating maternity leave as a business owner, including the challenges of returning to work, maintaining income during leave, and finding work-life […]

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SNAPSHOTS: “Email Marketing for Photographers? In or Out?”

Is email marketing for photographers in or out? Is it worth spending your time and energy on? Spoiler alert: Yes! It absolutely is! We’re diving deep into why email marketing isn’t just relevant—it’s thriving. Back in 2023, I made over $10k in dream bookings by sending just one email a month. And in 2024 and […]

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Financial Planning to Build Wealth as a Photographer with Derek Kilgore

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spotify | apple podcast | stitcher As a photographer or any kind of entrepreneur, it’s really important to have someone on your team to help you build wealth and plan for the future. That’s why I have my own personal financial advisor, Derek Kilgore. Derek is a wealth management advisor and growth and development director with Northwestern Mutual. He […]

spotify | apple podcast | stitcher Are you ready to hear about my biggest sale yet? Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on my five days of five deals for Black Friday! If you’ve been wanting to level up your photography business, but waiting for the right moment, then this episode is your guide to saving thousands while still […]

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Biggest Sale Ever?! My 5 Days of 5 Deals for Black Friday

spotify | apple podcast | stitcher Are you ready to pivot into education, but not sure where to start? I’m thrilled to welcome our special guest, Jess Haney. Jess is a copywriter specifically for creative service providers with group coaching programs.  In this episode, we explore the journey of pivoting into education and how to launch your offer using […]

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Pivot into Education and Launch Your Offer with Effective, Pressure-Free Funnels with Jess Haney