218: Luci Dumas – 7 Steps To Attract Ideal Clients – Steps 3 and 4 / Finding and Drawing Photography Clients to You
Aug 16, 2023 | Podcast | 0 Comments
Say it isn’t so! This week officially marks the halfway point of my new miniseries, 7 Step Ideal Client Attraction Guide for Photographers! For the last few weeks, and going forward every other week until we’ve covered all 7 steps, I’ve been taking a deeper look at the free guide on my website, 7...
217: Arthur Rainville and Toni Marie – Should We Fear Artificial Intelligence?
Aug 9, 2023 | Podcast | 0 Comments
It seems like everyone is suddenly talking about AI, both as a new tool and a threat to humanity (or at least creatives). I have dabbled in ChatGPT and watched a few Photoshop Beta tutorials and see where both can be helpful in my world. This is why I was so excited to have a conversation with two...
216: LUCI DUMAS – 7 STEPS TO ATTRACT IDEAL CLIENTS – STEP TWO
Aug 2, 2023 | Podcast | 0 Comments
This week I am so excited to bring you the second episode of my new mini-series to the The Profitable Photographer Podcast! In case you missed episode 1, this mini-series is based on the free gift that I offer on my website: 7 Step Ideal Client Attraction Guide for Photographers. The guide that...
215: Ingvild Kolnes – Website Planning for Maximum Success
Jul 25, 2023 | Podcast | 0 Comments
This week’s The Profitable Photographer Podcast guest is joining us all the way from Norway. And, she’s brought something super valuable with her: all the secrets and tools that you need to build a photography website that will make you stand out from the crowd. I’m so thrilled to welcome my...
214: Luci Dumas – 7 Steps to Attract ideal Clients – Step One
Jul 19, 2023 | Podcast | 0 Comments
This week I am so excited to start something new on The Profitable Photographer Podcast - a mini-series! This new mini-series is based on the free gift that I offer on my website: 7 Step Ideal Client Attraction Guide for Photographers. The guide that I’ve put together takes a deep dive into 7...
213: Leon Johnson – How To Create Gorgeous Classic Portraits of Women
Jul 12, 2023 | Podcast | 0 Comments
I’m so excited to welcome the great and powerful Leon Johnson to the Profitable Photographer Podcast this week! Leon is not only a great friend of mine but also an award-winning portrait and fine art photographer based in Athens, Georgia. He specializes in painterly portraits and is inspired by...
212: Luci Dumas – The Four Agreements in Business
Jul 5, 2023 | Podcast | 0 Comments
To celebrate my birthday this July 4th, I am offering one of my favorite shows as an encore episode. This solo episode is Part One of a conversation about one of my favorite books called “The Four Agreements” with Don Miguel Ruiz. PART TWO is episode 109 if you want to listen to that one as...
211: Olivia Smith – Boudoir Photography Helps Women Feel Beautiful and Confident
Jun 28, 2023 | Podcast | 0 Comments
Not only is this week’s guest on The Profitable Photographer Podcast an extremely talented photographer, but her superpower is making women feel beautiful and confident. I’m pretty sure her clients would all agree that she’s exceptional at doing just that. Please welcome the lovely Olivia Smith...
210: Coach Luci on Starting Your Business For Big Success
Jun 21, 2023 | Podcast | 0 Comments
This episode is a replay and one of the most popular. I share all about how to get started selling your work. I know it can be overwhelming and confusing so I thought I would give as much info about what to do and think about as I could squeeze out of my brain. This is in no way everything but it...
209: Meredith Ryncarz – Why Film is Making a Comeback
Jun 14, 2023 | Podcast | 0 Comments
It is such a joy to welcome one of my favorite guests back to The Profitable Photographer Podcast this week. You may remember Meredith Ryncarz from an episode last year, and if you don’t remember her you are sure in for a treat! Meredith was recently named a top photographer in the South by South...
Welcome to the Profitable Photographer Podcast with Luci Dumas!
Why I think you’ll want to tune in every week!
In the photography business as a wedding and children’s portrait specialist, for four decades, I’ve accumulated a wealth of knowledge, connections, and inspiration that I’m eager to share with you. Friends encouraged me to have a show, saying that I have a unique voice as a woman in this industry for so many years. So I said yes to photographers like you who want to achieve success, profitability, and inspiration.
1-Amazing Guests. I have an incredible network of wonderful photographers and teachers that I have the privilege of knowing personally or discovering through my continuing involvement in our industry. And as a teacher at heart, I am always excited to share my own thoughts and new information I discover.
2-Selling is my Superpower. I am a huge advocate for “In Person Sales” for portrait and wedding photographers, so you will hear frequent discussions about how to sell multiple wall portraits and albums to every client.
3-Actionable steps. Through engaging and fun conversation, we dive deep into their (and my) knowledge and insights to bring you actionable steps you can implement in your own photography business. It’s like having a chat with a trusted friend who genuinely care about your growth and success.
4-Fun Conversations. My style is to have a fun and warm interview with my guests and pull out gems you will enjoy and learn from.
5-Personal Growth. I am a big believer in positive thinking, power of attraction, and a success mindset that helps us in every aspect of our lives. I love to share my perspective and tools to enhance your inner journey to success.
My mission is to uplift and support photographers like you.
So, join me on The Profitable Photographer, and let’s embark on a journey of success, profitability, and inspiration together. It’s time to turn your photography and passion into a thriving and fulfilling business.
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Do you have a dream?
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.
Feel free to connect with me at www.lucidumascoaching.com or email luci@lucidumas.com to learn about my business and training options.
Articles
- 288: Scott Wyden Kivowitz: Surprise Proposal Photography and Workflow Tools
- 287: Denise Watrous: “Have Camera, Will Travel” Portrait Photography
- 286: Maria Arellano: Unveiling True Beauty with Goddess Portraits
- 285: Luci Dumas: The Psychology of Motivation
- 284: Kelly Warkentin: Virtual In-Person Sales and Work-Life Harmony
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Contact Information
Phone Number: 619.233.9390
Email: Luci@LuciDumas.com
Portrait Website: www.LuciDumas.com
Podcast Website: TheProfitablePhotographerPodcast.com