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- S2 Ep3: Managing Anxiety While WorkingIn our last episode, we mainly focused on the stress that this pandemic brought on but today we want to discuss how there are daily anxieties that come with running a business, Covid or not!Here's how we can get through those anxieties: breath. It may sound cliché but taking a deep breath will help relax you and calm you down. Seek out a community of others in similar situations as you, providing you someone to talk to and ask questions which helps you feel less alone. This is the biggest reason we created Lens Talk - we wanted a safe space for all photographers and creatives but especially those of color to feel seen and heard as business owners!Follow us on Instagram @lenstalkpodcastJoin our Facebook group called Lens Talk Photography GroupEmail us at [email protected] with episode ideas or any questions or comments you may have!11 min
- S2 Ep2: Business after COVID-19This pandemic had quite a negative impact on everybody and today we want to discuss how we personally dealt with that stress and all of the uncertainty surrounding Covid. But we also want to discuss some positives that came from it :)We hope you all stayed as safe as possible during this pandemic. Our hearts go out to those who were affected the pandemic whether it be job loss, catching the virus, or unfortunately losing a loved one to it - and thank you to all of our front liners who put themselves in harms way every day!Tune in to the next #LensTalkTuesday when we discuss how to manage anxiety when working!Follow us on Instagram @lenstalkpodcastJoin our Facebook group called Lens Talk Photography GroupEmail us at [email protected] with episode ideas or any questions or comments you may have!12 min
- S2 Ep1: Balancing Photography w/ a Full Time Job
Welcome back to Season 2 of the Lens Talk Podcast!
Today Austin + Brooke discuss all of the exciting happenings while we have been away, which leads us perfectly into our episode topic of balancing photography (or any side hustle) with a full time job!
We hope you enjoy and benefit from our tips for balancing your side hustle with your day job! Stay tuned for the next #LensTalkTuesday when we discuss "Business after Covid"
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Email us at [email protected] with episode ideas or any questions or comments you may have!
14 min - Episode 12: “5 Must Have Cell Phone Apps”Thanks to modern technology there are so many business related apps that small business owners and creatives can benefit from! Today we share our top 5: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/canva-graphic-design-video/id897446215. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/adobe-lightroom-photo-editor/id878783582. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/later/id784907999. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pinterest/id429047995. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mileiq-mileage-tracker-log/id57883092910 min
- Episode 11: "Camera Bag Essentials"
On today’s episode we dive into our camera bag essentials. Do you double check your camera bag before your shoot to make sure you have everything you need? Wanna know some items that you may have forgotten to add to your bag? Well enjoy this episode as we discuss some much needed items to have in your camera bag before every shoot and even some of our personal faves!
Thanks for tuning into episode 11!!!
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10 min - Episode 10: "Q&A"Today we answer YOUR questions! We want to thank all of our listeners for sticking it out as we've made it to 10 episodes! We are excited to continue putting out great content and growing a community of photographers!Stay tuned to our Instagram for sneak peeks of future episodes!20 min
- Episode 9: “Nightmare Client Stories”On today’s episode we tackle the subject of nightmare clients! We all have had clients or even potential clients that just know how to push our buttons. Whether it be constantly asking us when they are getting their pictures or showing up late to their sessions - we talk about those and more! Follow us on IG so you can be apart of our 10th episode! Send in questions that you’d like us to answer for our first Q&A episode on the next #LensTalkTuesday19 min
- Episode 8: “Bloopers”The beauty of being cohosts AND best friends is that we have PLENTY of bloopers every time we record! Enjoy 10 minutes of us being hilariously imperfect and be sure to join us next week for #LensTalkTuesday10 min
- Episode 7: "Successfully Plan a Styled Shoot"
Does planning stress you out? Whether you're planning a styled shoot, portrait session or a large event, planning goes into everything a photographer does! This episode begins a series where we discuss how to plan successful shoots.
On today's episode Brooke & Austin are joined by our friend Sharee the owner of 'Couture Events by Sharee' based in Charlotte, NC.
Sharee joins us today to discuss how she got her start in the wedding & event industry and how those experiences have contributed to her success as a business owner today. We specifically ask Sharee about how styled shoots can be not only beneficial for our portfolios and getting us more clientele but also how we can better plan them so that they can be successful! In fact one of the most important tips she shares with us today is how important it is to have clearly defined roles, but keep listening because Sharee gives us many more gems on today's episode!
Not only is she extremely knowledgeable in the industry but she also gives back to her community! She founded 'Mint to Be' which is an organization that educates, empowers and gives back to single pregnant women in need. Follow her Instagram @mint_to_be so that you can donate gifts for her first annual Mint to Be baby shower for single moms to be in Charlotte, NC.
Thanks for tuning into episode 7 and be sure to follow us on our social media platforms listed below so that you can be the first to know what our next #LensTalkTuesday episode is about!
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21 min - Episode 6: "6 Tips to Grow Your Photography Biz on a Budget"
Last week we talked about Gear vs. Creativity and how we as photographers should not get to hung up over what gear we have, but instead let our creativity shine through and set us apart from others. So, on today's episode of Lens Talk we have come up with 6 tips to grow your photography business on a budget. These 6 simple tips cover everything from social media presence and branding, to affordable ways to elevate our imagery and different types of photography that could produce an increase in income. You do NOT want to miss this weeks episode.
Here is a link to Mango Street's video about Stock Photography (Tip #6): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_WrBouZsls&t=295s
Join us next week as we have another special guest, our friend Sharee the owner of Couture Events by Sharee. We will begin our "successful planning" series and start by chatting with Sharee about how we can work with wedding & event planners as herself to successfully plan a styled photo shoot!
Follow us on all of our social media platforms listed below but also check out our NEW Facebook group for photographers and creatives to network and support each other, because that is what it's all about: Community over Competition!!
Join our growing private Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lenstalkphotography/
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About Lens Talk
From the publisher's feed
Welcome to the Lens Talk Podcast!
This podcast was created in the spirit of community over competition! Photographers Austin, Shermon & Eric tackle topics every week that are relatable for creative entrepreneurs in general but especially those in the photography industry. We created Lens Talk as a way to help new photographers run successful photography businesses and prepare for some of the challenges we all face as we grow! Join us every #LensTalkTuesday for new episodes!