In this solo episode, I’m talking about something so many photographers and creatives struggle with: learning to separate our work from our worth.
It’s easy to believe that if clients love our images, we are lovable… and if they don’t book, buy, or question our pricing, somehow we’re not enough.
The truth is: your value is inherent.
It is not determined by sales, praise, bookings, or outside validation.
In this episode, I share personal stories—from selling bouquets made from my neighbors’ flowers as a kid (oops!) to my journey as a recovering perfectionist—and how those experiences shaped my need for approval.
We cover:
• Why photographers confuse their product with their identity
• The 4 kinds of potential clients—and why “no” isn’t personal
• How fear of criticism holds us back
• How to learn from mistakes without spiraling
• Why growth matters more than perfection
This episode is a reminder that you are worthy and valuable—whether someone books you or not.
As always, I’m cheering you on.
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