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Educational podcast without the fluff. Each episode equips you with what you need to build and sustain a successful photography career.

Are you struggling with productivity? Organization? Posing your couple? Client experience? Content creation? Marketing?

There are many sources of education, but many times it's filled with a lot of motivational fluff. My hope for this podcast is to not hold back and give you tangible + actionable steps that you can actually apply to your business.

Every other Friday, we will hit on all angles of creating a sustainable, profitable, and fulfilling photography business. If a topic will uplift your business, you can bet that we will be chatting about it - either with just myself or an amazing guest.

Are you ready to run your dream photography business? Check out the show notes below and listen in!

Before Going Viral: The #1 Thing to Have In Place Now

Have you ever dreamed of going viral on social media? That sudden rush of notifications, thousands of views, and hundreds of comments seems like the ultimate marketing win. But what if I told you that going viral can turn into a logistical nightmare if you’re not prepared? Many photographers experience that exciting surge of attention […]

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How I Was Able to Get Debt-Free Because of My Photography Business

Feeling the weight of debt while trying to grow your photography business? You’re not alone. Many photographers are incredible artists but struggle with the financial side of running a business. Whether you’re trying to go full-time or already are but find it difficult to allocate funds toward paying down debt, this episode is your roadmap […]

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New York Bridal Fashion Week with Leah Strozeski

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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The Difference Between a $5,000 Photographer and a $10,000 Photographer

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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3 Strategies to Sell Your Services on Stories

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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 […]

Returning to Work After Maternity Leave, Retiring my Husband, and More

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?”

Email Marketing for Photographers? In or Out?

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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 […]

Financial Planning to Build Wealth as a Photographer with Derek Kilgore

Financial Planning to Build Wealth as a Photographer with Derek Kilgore

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 […]

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

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

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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 […]

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

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

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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Most photography coaches exited the industry years ago. I didn't – and that's why my students get real-world strategy that works right now, not outdated advice. I help you build a profitable business without losing the reason you got into photography.

xx, Claire 

You will learn brand positioning that attracts only dream clients who value your pricing, desire-based marketing that fills your inbox with quality inquiries instead of price shoppers, and my value-building sales process that naturally leads to booking your highest packages.

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