Scott Josuweit is a former 7th-grade special education math teacher turned wedding photographer. He has earned six figures for the past five years and loves getting to work with other photographers to help their dreams come true.
Scott’s Zone of Genius is business systems. He loves them, he teaches about them, and we have a great conversation about them and much more. The reason for this focus on systems with purpose, is so photographers can get their time back but also give their clients a personalized high-end high-touch experience. It also help us Bbe able to quantify your success so you can know where your money is coming from, keep adapting
We also discuss how to use your CRM to help other. One example…how could you use it by helping serve vendor create a gallery for one specific venue where they can easily find my photos. That is the Purpose.
Then he share the Process which is to 1-create the gallery 2-create video to help the vendor know how to use it 3-invite vendor by meeting in purpose
His last thoughts are this… Stop constantly consuming educations and start implementing and see what happens
To contact Scott Josuweit you can go to his website, facebook, or instagram
There is a lot to share about Andre Amyot, as he has been a photographer for over 50 years.
He served in the Canadian Air Force for 10 years as a photographer and opened his first photography studio in 1974, eventually grossing almost 2 million per year. He created the “Photo Coach” business system and has taught to close to 2000 photographers during 18 years across Canada, US, Belgium and France.
Luci Dumas and Andre have a relaxing back and forth conversation and chat about the following topics
1-Listen to your instinct…trust your gut…big and small inner guidance 2-Be aware of what is happening, what are the challenges and where is the knowledge you need 3-Find a mentor 4-Tips-understanding the fact that you should learn business -why are you a photographer? -why are you a photographer in business? 5-Focus on how you can SERVE people 6-For established photographers-we can be more set in our ways. Be flexible…try things…look for advice 7- Why we should keep in touch with your customers
Hey fans of The Profitable Photographer Podcast, be sure to listen to Singapore photographer, Hart Tan, who runs a high volume, 7 figure business he started 12 years ago.
He is an award-winning Master Photographer, entrepreneur, and owner of one of the largest photography studios in Singapore called Tomato. He shares his wisdom and his recommendation that we rely not just on what we can learn but what we can discover within ourselves about how to be more successful, happier, and creating the career the way that works for you.
I love our conversations and his thoughts on the following topics – Know that building a business is like building a house…start with the foundation. This can create a lot of freedom. – Always be curious about what works and what doesn’t. – Test and measure everything you do to market – Take personal responsibility, creative thinking, and problem-solving- – Remember that piece of advice can be a bad fit for you. Trust your inner guidance. – Have a system
A PPA Master, Craftsmen, CPP…Pete Rezac is a portrait photographer based in Reno Nevada. He is educator, print competition juror, and on the PPA Board of Directors AND Professional Photographer’s of Californias past president and now chairman of the board. If I were to list all of the accomplishments of my next guest the podcast would be just about over.
But his work…oh my gosh…it is amazing. he has received over 100 print merits and so many top awards for his gorgeous images.
He uses medium and large format cameras and film in creating his fine art portraiture and loves the tactile process it provides him in creating his work, along with the rich tones and high fidelity of the photographs that come from these tools.
He shares about his love of film and how it helps him creates fine portraits that create better sales for him, by giving a unique client experience, and a quality of print not available from other photographers.
His “last word” is that there is an inner voice inside of us. Listen to this. Stick with what you love. Be yourself. And get involved locally.
Connect with Pete via his email as he is happy to answer questions Pete@peterezacphotography.com
This week’s interview is a little different. It is a live coaching call with Victoria Burscusel, a wonderful photographer in Brisbane Australia.
Our main conversation centers around how to sell her photography. I give a step by step guide on how to position yourself from the first contact as the Trusted Advisor.
Then I cover the following
-How to plant seeds for the purchase of wall art and albums -The reason a projector is your best friend -What to say on a phone call and consultation -My secrets to successful sales that can lead to the purchase of 3 to 7 wall portraits almost every time. …and more.
If you would like to be a guest and be coaching on The Profitable Photographer, or was to learn more about my coaching program, feel free to contact me via email or Facebook.
And remember to join my private group and like my page for more support.
Connect with Luci Dumas: Twitter: @lucidumasFacebook: facebook.com/LuciDumasInsightTrainingForPhotographersWebsite: https://vgzrntgdn0s.c.updraftclone.comEmail: luci@lucidumas.com
A big, exciting and maybe a little scary dream to have a successful, profitable and creative photography business doing exactly what you love for wonderful, grateful clients? Or do you want to bring your business to the next level of fun and profit.? If so, then this Podcast is for you.
For over 36 years, I have made a great living as portrait and wedding business, Luci Dumas Fine Photography, with no other source of income. No rich husband or lottery winnings, through the ups and downs of the industry and economy.
Now as a business coach with Insight Training for Photographers, I love love love to support photographers who want to do the same. This podcast is full of practical business info, and insights gained from my years in business, plus interviews with amazing people. My desire is to help you along on your joyful journey to success, however that looks to you.
