In this reflective, on-the-road episode, I talk openly about what it means to show up—fully and unapologetically—as a photographer and creative entrepreneur.

I explore the tension many creatives feel between being visible and staying “authentic,” and I respond to a piece of honest feedback from a Connect member about my sales communication. Through that lens, we dive into a much bigger conversation: how to take up space, stay true to your values, and still do the work that helps your business grow.

I share why marketing and sales are not something to shy away from, but essential tools to help your photography thrive—and how your mindset around them might be the very thing holding you back.

We also look ahead to the upcoming Connect masterclass with documentary photographer Jim Huylebroek, who spent years embedded in Afghanistan and now works across conflict zones worldwide. His perspective on building trust, immersing in a culture, and approaching subjects with mutual respect is powerful and deeply relevant—no matter your photographic niche.

This episode is a reminder and a challenge: are you taking your place in the world as a photographer, or are you hiding behind discomfort?

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Join before June 6 at midnight and get access to:
🔹 Jim Huylebroek's live masterclass (June 10, 3PM CET)
🔹 The full library of past masterclasses
🔹 A bonus masterclass on Passive Income for Photographers, with practical, behind-the-scenes insights from my own business
🔹 A vibrant community of ambitious photographers
🔹 And for yearly members: a 1:1 WhatsApp coaching week with me in August

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