Yes, trips to Dubai and Cancun are exciting, fun, beautiful, and sunny (gosh we wish we were there), but how does a photographer, even without a large social media presence, become so successful? It's all about the values cultivated behind the scenes that build a business!

In episode 559 of the Bokeh Podcast, Andre Brown speaks on the principles for building a business based on important values and multiple learning experiences. Tune in to hear all the amazing advice and insight on the importance of consistency, networking, and most of all, integrity!

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What is the intention of not posting everything happening in your business? (8:26)

Why do you think you have successful business while not having much social media presence? (11:17)

Creating a great customer experience (13:19)

Brand Position (15:23)

Technique for time management (19:08)

Outsourcing/Delegation (21:02)

Handling burnout (24:53)

Book recommendations (29:39)

Goals! by Brian Tracy

The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy 

I Will Teach You How to be Rich by Ramit Sethi

Experience in the Music Industry (33:21)

Principles Learned from the Music Industry Used in the Photography Industry (35:13)

- Networking

- Nurturing Relationships

How do you stay away from the tendency of "fakeness" when networking? (39:02)

Driving Principles for Building a Business (41:31)

- Integrity

- Consistency

- Relationship Building

What does integrity specifically mean to you? (44:06)

How do you show up consistently for your clients and schedule? (47:58)

Suggestions for stepping beyond introversion (53:43)

Links:

https://www.charitywater.org

https://bokehbookshelf.com

http://andrebrown.com

http://instagram.com/andrebrownphoto

TikTok - @andrebrownphoto

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