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#2 Setting Boundaries and Taking Time Off when you're Self-Employed with Erika Huezo


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In this conversation, Hannah talks with Erika Huezo, a destination wedding photographer, and videographer, who shares her journey of transitioning from landscape photography to wedding photography. She also discusses how she added videography to her services and the challenges she faced. Erika talks about the benefits of being a full-time photographer, including the flexibility and motivation it provides. She emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries and taking time off. Erika also shares her strategies for staying disciplined and managing her schedule. In this conversation, Erika Huezo and Hannah Conti discuss the challenges of working from home and share tips for staying motivated and productive. Erika advises photographers who want to go full-time to be consistent, focus on their niche, and invest in their business and education.


Connect with Hannah:

Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/hannahcontiphotography/⁠

Website - ⁠hannahcontiphotography.com⁠

Youtube - ⁠www.youtube.com/@hannahcontiphotography⁠

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Connect with Erika

IG: @erikahuezophotoandfilm

Website: https://erikahuezophotoandfilm.com/inquire


Takeaways

  • Transitioning from one genre of photography to another requires practice and learning new skills.

  • Being a full-time photographer provides flexibility and allows for more time and energy to be dedicated to the business.

  • Setting boundaries and taking time off is crucial for avoiding burnout and maintaining motivation.

  • Self-discipline and effective time management are key to balancing work and personal life as a photographer. Working from home can be challenging, but setting a routine and creating a designated workspace can help with motivation and productivity.

  • Taking breaks and not working long hours without breaks is important for maintaining focus and avoiding burnout.

  • It's important to be true to yourself and not compare yourself to others in the industry. Find your own style and niche.

  • Consistency is key when pursuing photography full-time. Stick to it, shoot what you love, and invest in your business and education.


  • Chapters

    00:00

    Introduction and Background

    03:02

    Transitioning to Wedding Photography

    06:14

    Adding Videography to Services

    10:02

    Benefits of Being Full-Time

    22:49

    Staying Disciplined and Managing Schedule

    25:00

    Working from Home Challenges

    30:39

    Being True to Yourself in the Photography Industry

    37:39

    The Importance of Consistency in Photography

    41:44

    Investing in Your Business and Education


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