by admin | Mar 13, 2022 | Podcast
Sergey lives in St Petersberg, Russia. I feel blessed to have had this conversation with such a wonderful human that lives on the other side of the world from me.
We recorded this amazing episode just weeks before the invasion of Ukraine. Please keep him and his friend and family in your thoughts.
Sergey has been a photographer since the age of 10 and has been a professional for 8 years…now earning income from his passion. He has been a judge for the International World Cup from the Russian Federation and we discuss this amazing competition and how it is organized.
In this special conversation, we go deep into how photographers around the world are really one family. I was a bit surprised to learn that his business practices, the creativity of Russian photographers, and the great relationships built with his clients are so similar to what we do in the US.
He also shares his love of collaborating with other photographers, creating projects that one person can’t do on their own, or have nearly as much fun doing. He talks about the resulting exhibits and new friends he has made around the world with these project.
Please connect with Sergey as he loves making new friends and supporting others on their creative journey.
Worldphotographiccup.org
malenprin@gmail.com
Sergey Bogaitsev
https://www.instagram.com/sergeybogaitsev/
by admin | Mar 1, 2022 | Podcast
Who doesn’t love listening to an Irish accent from someone full of wisdom and ideas for photography business success? I know I do. That is one reason I loved this interview with CEO of 3XM & BusinessSuccessAcademy, and vendor partner on the PPA Board of Directors.
I think you will love it as well.
This episode is a deep dive into how to REALLY attract great clients that will be happy to invest well in our photography. His vision is for a world where photographers can create sustainable and profitable businesses, where our skills and expertise as professional photographers are highly valued.
He lives for our success and wakes up every day with the mission of helping photographers worldwide create more successful businesses.
Some key points as we chat about successful photography business and such are
-the importance of marketing strategies
-why we need to know our numbers and start with the end in mind
-why lukewarm leads are far better than cold traffic
-Facebook advertising tips
-and why we want to ask WHY
Ronan…with his lovely Irish accent says that people that are blissfully unaware of what beautiful portraits can mean in their lives. We need to help them understand that wall portraits and album, beautiful printing photographs of people they love, are worth investing in and actually can change lives…one smile at a time!
Special offer…
SuccessAcademy.io
3XMsolution.com
RonanRyle.com
ronan@photovalue.com
by admin | Feb 22, 2022 | Podcast
What an incredible life this week’s guest has created for herself as a pet portrait photographer. Arica Dorff is a Traveling Pet Photographer who treks across the country every fall in her camper van for her annual Pet Photography Road Trip. After a decade as Las Vegas’ top pet photographer, she sold her brick and mortar studio and hit the road with her Bloodhound, Gracie.
You heard right…she works and live out of a very cool, well equipped van, making a healthy 6 figure income working just 3 months or so out of a year. She has her PPA Photographic Craftsman Degree, and teaching as well as hosting her annual Pet Photography Retreats.
In this episode, we chat about
-some of her photography tips and how she prepares for each session.
-remote sales
-what she does in her free time
-and how love languages can be used in our photography businesses to connect with our clients
I love how Arica has scripted her life is a way that gives her joy, freedom, and an income that is enviable for many hard working photographers.
Connect with her here
email: arica@aricadorff.com
website: www.aricadorff.com
Business FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/AricaDorffPhotography
Business IG: instagram.com/AricaDorffPhotography
by admin | Feb 15, 2022 | Podcast
This solo podcast episode is about partnering with other businesses and non-profits to draw amazing photography clients to us, by creating alliances. I share a photography “thank you gift” program that benefits the other business that has a similar perfect client base, and brings them right to your door. Woo hoo!
The number one question I hear over and over, from new photographers and those in the business for many years, is how to attract ideal clients… people that will love what we do, be wonderful to work with, and “show us the M O N E Y”…ie…happily invest well in what we offer. Where the heck are these people? Well, they are shopping, enjoying services like spa treatments, dining at gourmet restaurants, buying homes, traveling, having their pets groomed, planning events, and such.
I go over the steps in this photography marketing strategy to determine
-what businesses might share your ideal client base
-what to offer the business as a thank you gift to their best patrons
-the importance of presentation
-and details to help this be a big win for everyone
So many of my super smart guests have talked about the power of Direct Response Marketing and this is one example of how to create this type of program that really works. Don’t miss it!
Wishing you continued success,
Luci
www.lucidumascoaching.com
by admin | Feb 8, 2022 | Podcast
Travis Patenaude has never met a dog he didn’t like. Based upon his photographs, I would say that feeling is mutual. I like to think of him as the Dogfather!
He is an Internationally renowned dog photographer of Stink-Eye Photography who creates unique portraits that foster an emotional connection between the subject and the viewer. He believes emotions and feelings are a vital part of telling stories and has to be put in a form that touches the hearts of people to evoke empathy and to have the viewer want to learn more about the dogs.
Travis is an advocate for animal rescue and animal rights, in particular, raising awareness for the plight of the hunting dogs of Spain. He has won international awards and has been published across international print, online media, and magazines.
You won’t want to miss
Why it’s so important to shoot what you are passionate about.
The reason he values emotion so much.
What in the world is “heart speak”?
How he’s working to help rescue greyhounds in Spain.
Travis truly embraces the idea of doing what you love. His passion is palpable and I think we could all benefit from a bit more joy in our lives.
Connect With Travis
Email: Travis@Rabbitshell.com
Website: www.StinkEyePhotography.com
Instagram: @StinkEye_Photography
