239 - Welcome back to the Freedom Focus Photography Podcast! As emerging photographers, many of you might be grappling with the question: "Am I ready to start charging for my services?" 

It's a hurdle that every new photographer faces at some point. You might feel like your skills aren't polished enough or your portfolio isn't vast enough to justify setting a price. Perhaps there's a lingering doubt whether your business structure is comprehensive enough to start accepting payments. 

Today, we're diving deep into these insecurities. We'll debunk the myth that you need to be perfect to start charging, explore how to recognize the value you already offer, and discuss how to gauge market response to your pricing. Our goal is to equip you with the confidence to move past self-doubt and start building a profitable photography business, step by step.

What To Listen For:

• The Myth of 'Not Good Enough': How to challenge the common fear that your skills or portfolio aren't ready for the market.
• Recognizing Your Value: Understanding that charging for your work isn't about perfection, but about the value you're providing right now.
• Market Response: Discovering that market acceptance is a more accurate indicator of readiness to charge than personal doubt.
• Setting Initial Prices: Insights into setting your initial pricing based on your current skill level and market standards.
• Overcoming Self-Doubt: Strategies for moving past the feeling that you're not experienced enough to start charging for your services.

Resources From This Episode:

• Hair of the Dog Academy 
• Elevate Coaching Program

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