Have you ever felt so burned by photography education that you considered giving up your dream completely? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Elena, a Chicago-based elopement and wedding photographer who almost didn't join Book It because of past negative experiences with photography education. But taking that leap of faith transformed her business - she went from struggling to book clients to bringing in over $25K in just five months as a city hall elopement photographer. If you're feeling stuck in your photography business, doubting whether investing in education is worth it, or wondering if it's really possible to go full-time, this conversation will show you what's possible when you combine the right strategy with authentic implementation.

In this episode of All Angles Photography Podcast, you will learn:

• How Elena went from skeptical shopper to successful full-time photographer in 3 months
• Why diversifying your income through associate work can actually strengthen your own brand
• The mindset shift that helped Elena raise her prices 3-4 times (and have clients not blink at the price)
• How to overcome the fear of success that might be holding you back more than the fear of failure

SHOW NOTES:

https://clairehunt.co/blog/elenas-case-study/

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:

• Book It Mentorship Program
• Elena's Instagram: @elena.ececreative.co

If this is the episode that prompts you to apply for Book It, mention it in your application and I have a secret discount code to extend to you.

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Are you a wedding photographer who feels stressed every time you need to promote your services on Instagram? Maybe you've been avoiding Stories altogether because you're worried about coming across as "too salesy," or you're stuck in the cycle of endless portfolio dumps and "one spot left!" posts that aren't bringing in those premium wedding photography clients. Here's the truth: if you're not selling, you're not selling. In this episode, I'm breaking down how to transform your Instagram Stories strategy from uncomfortable self-promotion to authentic connection that attracts $5K+ wedding photography clients who are excited to work with you.

Whether you're a destination wedding photographer looking to book more weddings or a portrait photographer ready to raise your rates, I'm sharing the exact Instagram marketing strategies I've used to build a multi-six-figure photography business - and how my students are using them too. We're diving deep into why your current approach might be sending potential clients running (hello, discount announcements!), and I'm giving you actionable steps to show up online in a way that feels genuine while effectively selling your photography services.

In this episode of All Angles Photography Podcast, you will learn:

• Why endless portfolio dumps on Instagram Stories aren't converting to wedding photography bookings (and what to do instead)
• How to create FOMO-inducing content that attracts wedding clients without constantly posting about availability
• Personal branding that every photographer needs to stand out from the competition
• 3 strategies to indirectly sell your services with confidence on Stories

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:

• Book It Mentorship Program Application
• Episode 36: Why Personal Branding is a Non-Negotiable for Photographers

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Are you tired of feeling stuck in the mini session cycle, wondering how other photographers seem to book those dream weddings and destination clients? If you're a wedding photographer questioning whether investing in education is really worth it when you're already struggling to get consistent bookings, this episode is for you. Join me as I chat with my former Book It student Kianna Martinez, who transformed her photography business from sporadic mini sessions to booking destination weddings and doubling her income in just three months - all while being a full-time psychology student and running a dog rescue.

In this candid conversation, Kianna shares her journey from Marine Corps veteran to successful wedding photographer, including how she overcame her fears about investing in education during a time when bookings were low. She reveals how focusing on foundational elements like finding her "why" and refining her client experience led to booking higher-paying clients, destination weddings, and creating a sustainable business model she loves. One year after completing the Book It program, she continues to implement new strategies and exceed her business goals.

In this episode of All Angles Photography Podcast, you will learn: * Why investing in photography education can fast-track your business growth (even when finances are tight) * The unexpected ways finding your "why" can transform your entire business approach * The importance of getting out of your own way when making business decisions

SHOW NOTES: https://clairehunt.co/blog/kiannas-book-it-case-study/ 

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: * Book It Program Application * Special Offer: Mention this episode for $100 off Book It * Connect with Kianna: @kiannamartinezphoto on Instagram

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As business owners, we often fear taking extended time away will tank our income or hurt our client experience. But what if I told you I maintained consistent $20k+ months during my maternity leave while being fully present with my newborn? In this raw, unfiltered episode, I'm sharing how I navigated maternity leave as a photography business owner, from planning to execution, and the unexpected challenges of returning to work. Whether you're planning for maternity leave or simply want to create systems that allow you to step away from your business without sacrificing income, this episode will show you how scaling your business now can create the flexibility you desire later.

In this episode of All Angles Photography Podcast, you will learn:

• How to maintain consistent income during extended leave through proper business scaling
• Why you should plan for more leave time than you think you'll need
• The reality of balancing work and motherhood, including unexpected challenges
• How to build systems and a team that supports your business while you're away
• The importance of remaining flexible in your return-to-work strategy

SHOW NOTES: https://clairehunt.co/blog/returning-to-work-after-maternity-leave/

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:

• Episode 55: Planning for Maternity Leave
• Scale It Mentorship Program: Learn More + Join the Waitlist
• The Secret to Scaling Your Photography Business Freebie

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Is email marketing for photographers in or out? Is it worth spending your time and energy on? Spoiler alert: Yes! It absolutely is! We’re diving deep into why email marketing isn’t just relevant—it’s thriving. Learn how I turned simple, monthly emails into over $10k in dream bookings—and how you can too.

In this episode, I share why email marketing is more reliable than social media, the true email reach versus other social platforms, and actionable steps to get started with email marketing. 

Press play and start building the email list that will transform your photography business!

In this episode, we cover: 

• Why you shouldn't overlook email marketing
• The real reach of email marketing vs. social media 
• My email marketing journey 
• How you can get started with email marketing 

SHOW NOTES: https://clairehunt.co/blog/email-marketing-for-photographers/

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 

Flodesk for email marketing - Use my code CLAIREHUNTEDUCATION to get 50% off.

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As a photographer or any kind of entrepreneur, it’s really important to have someone on your team to help you build wealth and plan for the future. That’s why I have my own personal financial advisor, Derek Kilgore. Derek is a wealth management advisor and growth and development director with Northwestern Mutual. He has been working with business owners for the past 8 years, so he understands many of the challenges entrepreneurs face. 

During this episode, we talk about everything you need to know when it comes to financial planning and building wealth, including the first steps to creating a financial plan, how to balance saving for the future, which retirement accounts entrepreneurs should have, and more! 

This episode is truly going to give you a financial planning 101 kind of feel. And if you decide that you want to prioritize planning for the future when it comes to finances in 2025, Derek is truly the best of the best!

In this episode, we cover: 

• The first step in financial planning 
• Where to start with investments
• How to pay yourself, especially when expenses are higher 
• Recommendations for retirement accounts
• How much should we be saving toward retirement? 
• Should contributions toward retirement accounts come out of our business or personal accounts? 
• How to start working with Derek 
• Derek's 3 final tips 

SHOW NOTES: https://clairehunt.co/blog/financial-planning-to-build-wealth-as-a-photographer/

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Are you ready to hear about my biggest sale yet? Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on my five days of five deals for Black Friday! If you’ve been wanting to level up your photography business, but waiting for the right moment, then this episode is your guide to saving thousands while still getting the support you need. And here’s what’s so powerful about this week of offers - You can mix and match them based on where you’re at! 

Whether you’re just starting to streamline your business or you’re ready to scale to luxury markets, there is a great way to use each of these offers or to mix and match them in order to get there. 

I’m breaking down how each deal works, who they might be for, and some exclusive bonuses and doorbusters that you’ll probably want to get in on!

In this episode, we cover: 

• How the 5 days of deals is going to work
• Day 1 - One-on-one mentorship 
• Day 2 - Organization bundle
• Day 3 - The ultimate client experience bundle 
• Day 4 - 3-month one-on-one mentorship experience 
• Day 5 - Done-for-you asset audit 

SHOW NOTES: https://clairehunt.co/blog/black-friday-deals-for-photographers

• Get on the Black Friday early bird list 
• Black Friday calendar 
• Learn more about the Black Friday sale!

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Are you ready to pivot into education, but not sure where to start? I’m thrilled to welcome our special guest, Jess Haney. Jess is a copywriter specifically for creative service providers with group coaching programs. 

In this episode, we explore the journey of pivoting into education and how to launch your offer using effective, pressure-free funnels. Jess shares valuable insights on the essential first steps for anyone considering a move into education, including testing your idea, understanding your audience, and choosing the right type of educational offer to launch. We also delve into how to show up during the launch so people are ready to hire you.

In this episode, we cover: 

• The first steps you need to pivot into education 
• Where your email list should lead as you get into education 
• Do you really need a freebie to start your email list? 
• Testing your idea and getting to know your audience 
• When you doubt your offer will work for your clients 
• How to show up during your launch so people are ready to hire you 
• The number 1 thing that has allowed Jess to have success in her business 

SHOW NOTES: https://clairehunt.co/blog/pivot-into-education-and-launch-your-offer/

Resources mentioned in this episode: 

Scale It is now open! 

Connect with Jess: 

Instagram: @jesshaneycopy

Website: jesshaney.com

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Have you ever thought that scaling your business is passive? Do you think of scaling as “six-figures” because you see that as the dream all over the place? Have you thought of scaling as just pivoting into education or selling digital products? Maybe you’ve thought of scaling as increasing your pricing or opening a studio to take on more creative shoots? Have you felt like you don’t have enough experience to scale or felt like it’s not possible for you? 

This is just a sneak peek into all of the myths we’re talking about in depth and you can expect that I’m going to bust these myths and give you the why behind why they aren’t true. At the same time, we are going to chat through some of the misconceptions I have discovered from having so many conversations around scaling your photography business with photographers over the last year. 

In this episode, we cover: 

• Why scaling is more than just passive income 

• The reason you don’t have to pivot into education to scale 

• Why increasing your prices could actually be a detriment to scaling your business 

• How opening a studio will just give you more work and increase your expenses

• Imposter syndrome taking over and prohibiting your chances of scaling 

• Some details about my new program Scale It and a special offer for my podcast listeners

SHOW NOTES: https://clairehunt.co/blog/5-myths-on-scaling-your-photography-business/

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 

Join the waitlist for Scale It, which reopens for enrollment in November 2024

Ep 30: When It’s Time to Scale Your Photography Business 

Ep 31: 5 Modern Ways to Scale Your Photography Business 

Ep 32: How I Took an Entire Month Off and Still Made 5-Figures

Ep 33: Avoiding Short Term Thinking and Planning Long Term Growth

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Are you caught in the short-term hustle of your photography business and ready to break free so you can plan for long-term growth? As we continue the scaling series, this is an important topic to cover whenever you talk about scaling your photography business because we end up getting stuck in this trap of the content creation hamster wheel, the never-ending to-do list, or the countless hours spent editing, and none of it is sustainable, friend. 

We are exploring the essential strategies to help you escape the trap of getting stuck in the short-term so you can create a sustainable photography business.

In this episode, we cover: 

• Understanding your goals and what you need to do in order to get where you want to be

• Implementing CEO days

• Starting to scale now for 2024 and 2025

SHOW NOTES: https://clairehunt.co/blog/avoiding-short-term-thinking/

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 

Join the waitlist for Scale It, which reopens for enrollment in November 2024

Episode 15: Goal Setting and Planning for the New Year

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