Focused Podcast

We're back! Sort of. 

 

Paul and I are back in this SURPRISE episode updating you on our life the past few months, some tough decisions we have had to make and what in store for the podcast coming up this year! We have missed you! Thanks for tuning in! 

We are finally at our #1 episode of the countdown! Off-camera-flash is can be a very scary topic, but Luke and Ashley’s episode is so popular because they break it down in the best way for you!

Find and connect with Luke & Ashley: Website | Instagram | Education

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Focus(ed) Podcast is a podcast for photographers and small business owners who want to grow their business by staying focused. We discuss photography tips, as well as general business and marketing strategies to help you keep your eye on the prize and your business growing.    All episodes can be found at http://www.cinnamonwolfe.co/focused-podcast/   Blogging got you stressed? Let's fix that. My all inclusive bundle takes the "blech" out of blogging.    Looking for 1:1 help? Book a strategy session with Cinnamon and stop worrying about what to do next in your business!    Join the In Crowd to stay up to date on new episodes, meaty resources and of course some cheesy jokes to keep you smiling!   Don't forget to join the Focus(ed) Business Owners on Facebook to discuss your thoughts on this episode!

 

Our #2 episode is one that is important for any stage of business experience. Amy Rizzuto realized the importance of client experience early on in her business and has taken a lot of steps to ensure her clients are always receiving the very best from her. We think you’ll love this episode too!

 

Find and connect with Amy: Website | Instagram | Facebook

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Focus(ed) Podcast is a podcast for photographers and small business owners who want to grow their business by staying focused. We discuss photography tips, as well as general business and marketing strategies to help you keep your eye on the prize and your business growing.    All episodes can be found at http://www.cinnamonwolfe.co/focused-podcast/   Blogging got you stressed? Let's fix that. My all inclusive bundle takes the "blech" out of blogging.    Looking for 1:1 help? Book a strategy session with Cinnamon and stop worrying about what to do next in your business!    Join the In Crowd to stay up to date on new episodes, meaty resources and of course some cheesy jokes to keep you smiling!   Don't forget to join the Focus(ed) Business Owners on Facebook to discuss your thoughts on this episode!

 

Today Paul and I are chatting with Daniel from Daniel Grove Photography about the bare bones basics (say that three times fast!) of starting a photography business! We cover lots of great information around your mindset at the very beginning, four basic spreadsheets to get you started (they are linked below) and the exact equipment needed in order to get started (its not as extensive as you think!) Its a great conversation and a must listen for anyone on the very front end of their photography business journey!!

Find and Connect with Daniel: Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube

 

--   Focus(ed) Podcast is a podcast for photographers and small business owners who want to grow their business by staying focused. We discuss photography tips, as well as general business and marketing strategies to help you keep your eye on the prize and your business growing.    All episodes can be found at http://www.cinnamonwolfe.co/focused-podcast/   Blogging got you stressed? Let's fix that. My all inclusive bundle takes the "blech" out of blogging.    Looking for 1:1 help? Book a strategy session with Cinnamon and stop worrying about what to do next in your business!    Join the In Crowd to stay up to date on new episodes, meaty resources and of course some cheesy jokes to keep you smiling!   Don't forget to join the Focus(ed) Business Owners on Facebook to discuss your thoughts on this episode!

 

Randy & Ashley have been published an obscene amount of times (listen to find out how many!) and have some really REALLY awesome tips and strategies so that you can think through a process before you even start shooting that will set you up for success when it comes to getting your work published. There’s a reason this one landed at #4. You don’t want to miss it!

Find and Connect with Randy & Ashley: 

Website | Instagram | Join their newsletter! 

 

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Focus(ed) Podcast is a podcast for photographers and small business owners who want to grow their business by staying focused. We discuss photography tips, as well as general business and marketing strategies to help you keep your eye on the prize and your business growing.    All episodes can be found at http://www.cinnamonwolfe.co/focused-podcast/   Blogging got you stressed? Let's fix that. My all inclusive bundle takes the "blech" out of blogging.    Looking for 1:1 help? Book a strategy session with Cinnamon and stop worrying about what to do next in your business!    Join the In Crowd to stay up to date on new episodes, meaty resources and of course some cheesy jokes to keep you smiling!   Don't forget to join the Focus(ed) Business Owners on Facebook to discuss your thoughts on this episode!

 

Are you looking to take your business full time, but not sure where to start? This episode landed at #5 because Jennifer has the best tips for transitioning to full time!

We Mentioned

Boomerang for Gmail

Honeybook

Find and connect with Jennifer: Website | Instagram

 

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Focus(ed) Podcast is a podcast for photographers and small business owners who want to grow their business by staying focused. We discuss photography tips, as well as general business and marketing strategies to help you keep your eye on the prize and your business growing.    All episodes can be found at http://www.cinnamonwolfe.co/focused-podcast/   Blogging got you stressed? Let's fix that. My all inclusive bundle takes the "blech" out of blogging.    Looking for 1:1 help? Book a strategy session with Cinnamon and stop worrying about what to do next in your business!    Join the In Crowd to stay up to date on new episodes, meaty resources and of course some cheesy jokes to keep you smiling!   Don't forget to join the Focus(ed) Business Owners on Facebook to discuss your thoughts on this episode!

 

Networking. It's one of those things you either love or hate. Or hate to love? Either way, figuring out how to network, and how to feel good about networking can be tough as a business owner. Today on the podcast, Elizabeth Henson is breaking down three super actionable and easy steps we can implement TODAY in our businesses!!

We Mentioned

Elizabeth's Video

The Girl Tyler

17Hats 

Lightroom

Evernote

Trello 

Sugar Paper planners

Color Theory blog post

25 Networking Tips

Find and connect with Elizabeth: Elizabeth Henson Photos Website | Instagram | Education

 

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Focus(ed) Podcast is a podcast for photographers and small business owners who want to grow their business by staying focused. We discuss photography tips, as well as general business and marketing strategies to help you keep your eye on the prize and your business growing.    All episodes can be found at http://www.cinnamonwolfe.co/focused-podcast/   Blogging got you stressed? Let's fix that. My all inclusive bundle takes the "blech" out of blogging.    Looking for 1:1 help? Book a strategy session with Cinnamon and stop worrying about what to do next in your business!    Join the In Crowd to stay up to date on new episodes, meaty resources and of course some cheesy jokes to keep you smiling!   Don't forget to join the Focus(ed) Business Owners on Facebook to discuss your thoughts on this episode!

 

Our very first episode! We talk a little bit about ourselves, and why we started the show! And we sound super awkward so that's fun too!!   -- Focus(ed) Podcast is a podcast for photographers and small business owners who want to grow their business by staying focused. We discuss photography tips, as well as general business and marketing strategies to help you keep your eye on the prize and your business growing.    All episodes can be found at http://www.cinnamonwolfe.co/focused-podcast/   Blogging got you stressed? Let's fix that. My all inclusive bundle takes the "blech" out of blogging.    Looking for 1:1 help? Book a strategy session with Cinnamon and stop worrying about what to do next in your business!    Join the In Crowd to stay up to date on new episodes, meaty resources and of course some cheesy jokes to keep you smiling!   Don't forget to join the Focus(ed) Business Owners on Facebook to discuss your thoughts on this episode!

 

Eric & Jamie are masters at infusing their personality into their business and online presence. They have built a solid wedding photography business in Birmingham, Alabama by connecting with couples on a personal level and going the extra mile. We talk a lot about their awesome "cue the confetti" videos as well as how you can go about infusing your personality into your business even if you think you don't have much of a personality to share or if you are nervous about sharing so much online. 

We also chat about their conversation with Dave Ramsey that led them to go full time, and all four of us came up with an awesome new business idea that I am convinced will make millions. Enjoy the episode!!

We mentioned:

Adobe LightroomPhotomechanic6-1 Reflector

Find & Connect with Eric and Jamie

Website | Jamie's IG | Eric's IG | Joint IG

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Focus(ed) Podcast is a podcast for photographers and small business owners who want to grow their business by staying focused. We discuss photography tips, as well as general business and marketing strategies to help you keep your eye on the prize and your business growing.    All episodes can be found at http://www.cinnamonwolfe.co/focused-podcast/   Blogging got you stressed? Let's fix that. My all inclusive bundle takes the "blech" out of blogging.    Looking for 1:1 help? Book a strategy session with Cinnamon and stop worrying about what to do next in your business!    Join the In Crowd to stay up to date on new episodes, meaty resources and of course some cheesy jokes to keep you smiling!   Don't forget to join the Focus(ed) Business Owners on Facebook to discuss your thoughts on this episode!

 

Today we are chatting with Lauren Simmons of Lauren Simmons Photography. I actually am actually Lauren's photo editor for her wedding photography business, so in this episode we chat a bit about why she decided to outsource and what it has done for her business! 

Find and connect with Lauren: Website | Instagram | Facebook 

We mention

Edit-Source Honeybook

 

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Focus(ed) Podcast is a podcast for photographers and small business owners who want to grow their business by staying focused. We discuss photography tips, as well as general business and marketing strategies to help you keep your eye on the prize and your business growing.    All episodes can be found at http://www.cinnamonwolfe.co/focused-podcast/   Blogging got you stressed? Let's fix that. My all inclusive bundle takes the "blech" out of blogging.    Looking for 1:1 help? Book a strategy session with Cinnamon and stop worrying about what to do next in your business!    Join the In Crowd to stay up to date on new episodes, meaty resources and of course some cheesy jokes to keep you smiling!   Don't forget to join the Focus(ed) Business Owners on Facebook to discuss your thoughts on this episode!