This episode is a rebroadcast from the archives, and honestly, it might be just what you need to hear right now.

If you ever feel like wedding mornings are chaotic, your energy is off, or you walk in feeling rushed instead of grounded, this one is for you. We are talking about pre-wedding habits, routines, and mindset shifts that help you show up as the calm, confident, and elevated version of yourself that your clients and planners will remember.

Because let’s be real, your reputation is shaped by more than just your final gallery or film. It is shaped by how you arrive. How organized you are. How you carry yourself and treat everyone on the team. And that presence can either elevate your brand or quietly limit your growth.

This episode is a reminder that showing up with intention doesn’t just make your day easier. It builds trust. It sets the tone. And it helps you become the kind of creative that high-end clients and planners want to refer over and over again.

And if you are ready to build even stronger relationships in this industry, we would love to invite you to join The League. It is our curated networking community for wedding creatives who are serious about connection, collaboration, and long-term growth. You can apply now at https://thelevelupco.com/league

Timestmaps:
[00:00 – 01:21] Rebroadcast Intro and Why Pre-Wedding Habits Matter
[01:22 – 04:35] Communication Boundaries and Letting Go of Control
[04:36 – 09:17] Gear Prep, Timeline Coordination, and Planner Etiquette
[09:18 – 15:10] Polished Presentation Through Grooming and Wardrobe
[15:11 – 22:00] Clean Vehicles, Clear Minds, and Setting the Right Tone
[22:01 – 33:41] Mental Preparation, Family Logistics, and Staying Fueled

The next round of The Luxury Mastermind will start in October 2025! We are thrilled to welcome you inside our signature 12 week program. Learn more + save your seat here >> https://thelevelupco.com/mastermind

📲 Love this episode? Screenshot and share it on social media! Tag us on Instagram at @TheLevelUpCo and let us know your biggest takeaway.

The Level Up Co. Resources:
- Wedding Planner Email Templates: https://thelevelupco.com/planner-email-template-bundle
- Elevated Client Experience Bundle: https://thelevelupco.com/client-experience-bundle
- Elevated Shot List: https://thelevelupco.com/elevated-shot-list
- The Luxury Framework Course: https://thelevelupco.com/theluxuryframework
- The Luxury Pricing Mini Course: https://thelevelupco.com/reset

Connect with Taylor , Kelley + The Level Up Co.:
🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelevelupco/
🔗Taylor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorpetrinovich/
🔗Kelley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/618studios/
💻Website: https://thelevelupco.com/

This week, we’re bringing back one of our most-loved episodes and for good reason. If you’ve ever wondered what it really looks like to scale from shooting budget weddings to booking luxury destination clients, this one’s for you. In this replay, we dive into the exact mindset shifts, pricing pivots, and relationship-building strategies that helped this creative go from starting her business at 19 to filming multi-day events for high-end planners.

It’s honest. It’s inspiring. And it’s proof that with clarity and intention, you can grow into the next version of your business  even if you’re still early in the game.

If you’ve been second-guessing your pricing, overthinking your marketing, or waiting for someone to give you permission to go bigger… consider this your sign 💥

Because the truth is, your next level doesn’t come from doing more. It comes from doing things differently. And this episode will show you what’s possible when you stop playing small and start backing your vision.
Ready to build something you’re proud of?

Hit play  and let’s get into it. 🎧

Timestamps:
[00:00 – 04:06] Starting a Wedding Business at 19 and Building Momentum
[04:07 – 09:13] Raising Prices and Attracting High-End Destination Clients
[09:14 – 17:00] Growing a Full-Time Career and Evolving with Industry Shifts
[17:01 – 27:00] Booking Luxury Clients and Navigating Exclusive Relationships
[27:01 – 36:22] Sharing Strategically, Setting Boundaries, and Honoring NDAs
[36:23 – End] Planner Relationships, Long-Term Growth, and What’s Next

The next round of The Luxury Mastermind will start in October 2025! We are thrilled to welcome you inside our signature 12 week program. Learn more + save your seat here >> https://thelevelupco.com/mastermind

📲 Love this episode? Screenshot and share it on social media! Tag us on Instagram at @TheLevelUpCo and let us know your biggest takeaway.

The Level Up Co. Resources:
- Wedding Planner Email Templates: https://thelevelupco.com/planner-email-template-bundle
- Elevated Client Experience Bundle: https://thelevelupco.com/client-experience-bundle
- Elevated Shot List: https://thelevelupco.com/elevated-shot-list
- The Luxury Framework Course: https://thelevelupco.com/theluxuryframework
- The Luxury Pricing Mini Course: https://thelevelupco.com/reset

Connect with Taylor , Kelley + The Level Up Co.:
🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelevelupco/
🔗Taylor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorpetrinovich/
🔗Kelley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/618studios/
💻Website: https://thelevelupco.com/

If you’ve ever felt like you’re behind or like everyone else is doing more than you this summer, this one’s for you. In this candid conversation, we’re giving you a peek behind the scenes of what life and business actually look like right now, because real success isn’t always hustle and picture-perfect productivity. Sometimes it looks like slowing down, shifting gears, and giving yourself permission to grow in other areas of your life too.

From home projects and summer travel to the mindset shifts that are helping us move forward even when things feel a little messy, this episode is your reminder that you’re allowed to be human. You’re allowed to glow up personally and professionally. You’re allowed to do things scared.

And if you’re ready for a community that supports both your business goals and your real life we’d love to see you inside League. This new monthly networking community was created just for wedding photographers, filmmakers, and planners like you to connect, learn, and grow.
Join us at thelevelupco.com/league 💛

Timestamps:
[00:00 – 03:36] Summer Rhythms, Family Life, and Finding Balance
[03:37 – 06:16] Introducing League: A New Era for Wedding Creatives
[06:17 – 11:19] Why Relationships Trump Strategy in Business Growth
[11:20 – 16:04] Being Brave Enough to Start Before You're Ready
[16:05 – 22:00] Perfectionism, Self-Doubt, and Getting Out of Your Own Way
[22:01 – End] Rapid Fire Q&A + Behind the Scenes Fun

The next round of The Luxury Mastermind will start in October 2025! We are thrilled to welcome you inside our signature 12 week program. Learn more + save your seat here >> https://thelevelupco.com/mastermind

📲 Love this episode? Screenshot and share it on social media! Tag us on Instagram at @TheLevelUpCo and let us know your biggest takeaway.

The Level Up Co. Resources:
- Wedding Planner Email Templates: https://thelevelupco.com/planner-email-template-bundle
- Elevated Client Experience Bundle: https://thelevelupco.com/client-experience-bundle
- Elevated Shot List: https://thelevelupco.com/elevated-shot-list
- The Luxury Framework Course: https://thelevelupco.com/theluxuryframework
- The Luxury Pricing Mini Course: https://thelevelupco.com/reset

Connect with Taylor , Kelley + The Level Up Co.:
🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelevelupco/
🔗Taylor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorpetrinovich/
🔗Kelley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/618studios/
💻Website: https://thelevelupco.com/

If you’ve ever felt like you’re on an island trying to build your business alone, this episode is your sign to stop white-knuckling it. We’re diving into the real reasons why community and connection are essential if you want to grow, sustain momentum, and actually enjoy the process along the way.

Inside, we break down why building relationships is one of the most overlooked strategies in the wedding industry—and how the right circle can open doors that talent alone can’t. You’ll walk away with a new perspective on networking, a deeper understanding of your role in the creative community, and the clarity to know when it’s time to stop hiding behind your work and start showing up.

Because here’s the truth—your next opportunity, dream referral, or breakthrough moment isn’t going to come from another random Instagram post. It’s going to come from who knows your name when you're not in the room.

This is your reminder that your success doesn’t have to be a solo journey. And it shouldn’t be.

Let’s do this together. 💬

Join the League: a curated networking community for wedding photographers, filmmakers, and planners who are ready to elevate their brand and build meaningful industry relationships. Apply now at https://thelevelupco.com/league and take your seat at the table.

The next round of The Luxury Mastermind will start in October 2025! We are thrilled to welcome you inside our signature 12 week program. Learn more + save your seat here >> https://thelevelupco.com/mastermind

📲 Love this episode? Screenshot and share it on social media! Tag us on Instagram at @TheLevelUpCo and let us know your biggest takeaway.

The Level Up Co. Resources:
- Wedding Planner Email Templates: https://thelevelupco.com/planner-email-template-bundle
- Elevated Client Experience Bundle: https://thelevelupco.com/client-experience-bundle
- Elevated Shot List: https://thelevelupco.com/elevated-shot-list
- The Luxury Framework Course: https://thelevelupco.com/theluxuryframework
- The Luxury Pricing Mini Course: https://thelevelupco.com/reset

Connect with Taylor , Kelley + The Level Up Co.:
🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelevelupco/
🔗Taylor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorpetrinovich/
🔗Kelley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/618studios/
💻Website: https://thelevelupco.com/

f you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right- posting, sharing, creating, but still not seeing the kind of referrals you want? This episode is for you.
We’re pulling back the curtain on the real reason referrals happen inside the wedding industry (hint: it’s not just about having pretty work). We talk about the relationships that actually move the needle, the kinds of connection strategies that get overlooked, and the difference between staying visible and staying valuable.

The truth? You don’t need a bigger following, you need a stronger foundation. And it starts with how you show up for the people already around you.
This episode is your invitation to stop waiting for referrals to “just happen” and start building the kind of relationships that lead to real opportunities.
Let’s stop playing small. Let’s start showing up intentionally.

Let’s go. 🤝✨

Timestamps
[00:00 – 04:17] Kicking Off Wedding Season and Creative Business Updates[04:18 – 07:02] Why Relationship Building Is the Lifeblood of Your Wedding Business
[07:03 – 11:06] Picking the Right Type of Networking for Your Season
[11:07 – 16:08] Finding Opportunities Others Miss: Taking Initiative in the Industry
[16:09 – 20:57] Online vs. In-Person Networking: What Actually Builds Long-Term Referrals
[20:58 – End] The Real Reason Referrals Happen and What’s Coming Next

The next round of The Luxury Mastermind will start in October 2025! We are thrilled to welcome you inside our signature 12 week program. Learn more + save your seat here >> https://thelevelupco.com/mastermind

📲 Love this episode? Screenshot and share it on social media! Tag us on Instagram at @TheLevelUpCo and let us know your biggest takeaway.

The Level Up Co. Resources:
- Wedding Planner Email Templates: https://thelevelupco.com/planner-email-template-bundle
- Elevated Client Experience Bundle: https://thelevelupco.com/client-experience-bundle
- Elevated Shot List: https://thelevelupco.com/elevated-shot-list
- The Luxury Framework Course: https://thelevelupco.com/theluxuryframework
- The Luxury Pricing Mini Course: https://thelevelupco.com/reset

Connect with Taylor , Kelley + The Level Up Co.:
🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelevelupco/
🔗Taylor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorpetrinovich/
🔗Kelley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/618studios/
💻Website: https://thelevelupco.com/

There comes a point in your creative business where doing “more” isn’t the answer—working longer hours, booking more weddings, saying yes to every opportunity. If you’re feeling stretched thin or creatively uninspired, it might be time to shift your strategy.

In this episode, we’re breaking down the simple (but powerful) shifts you can make behind the camera that instantly elevate your work and speak to a more luxury clientele. We're talking real-time choices, intentional artistry, and how to shoot with the final product in mind—even when the budget isn’t massive or the conditions aren’t perfect.

Because here’s the truth: high-end clients don’t just want beautiful—they want intentional, elevated, and editorial. And that doesn’t mean shooting differently for them, it means learning to bring more of you into every frame.

This is your reminder that the most successful creatives aren’t the ones who follow trends, they’re the ones who lead with clarity. So if you’ve been waiting for permission to evolve your process, tell better stories, or raise your standards—this episode is for you.

🎬 Hit play and let’s refine how you show up behind the lens.

Timestamps:
[00:00 – 04:19] Why Your Shooting Style Needs to Evolve as You Grow
[04:20 – 10:20] Being Observant and Taking Initiative to Elevate Your Work
[10:21 – 17:15] Creating Elevated Visuals with Limited Budgets
[17:16 – 25:15] The Power of Telling a Full, Sensory Story
[25:16 – 33:15] Shooting with the Final Product in Mind
[33:16 – End] Final Thoughts on Growth, Portfolio Strategy, and Artistic Intention

The next round of The Luxury Mastermind will start in October 2025! We are thrilled to welcome you inside our signature 12 week program. Learn more + save your seat here >> https://thelevelupco.com/mastermind

📲 Love this episode? Screenshot and share it on social media! Tag us on Instagram at @TheLevelUpCo and let us know your biggest takeaway.

The Level Up Co. Resources:
- Wedding Planner Email Templates: https://thelevelupco.com/planner-email-template-bundle
- Elevated Client Experience Bundle: https://thelevelupco.com/client-experience-bundle
- Elevated Shot List: https://thelevelupco.com/elevated-shot-list
- The Luxury Framework Course: https://thelevelupco.com/theluxuryframework
- The Luxury Pricing Mini Course: https://thelevelupco.com/reset

Connect with Taylor , Kelley + The Level Up Co.:
🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelevelupco/
🔗Taylor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorpetrinovich/
🔗Kelley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/618studios/
💻Website: https://thelevelupco.com/

If you’ve ever second-guessed your work, held back from trying something new, or felt the pressure to deliver perfection in every frame, this episode is for you. We’re diving into the art of embracing imperfection in your wedding films and how leaning into raw, honest moments (yes, even the ones with tricky lighting or imperfect angles) can actually elevate your work and serve your clients better.

We talk about using black and white footage as a storytelling tool, releasing the pressure to make everything look perfect, and trusting your instincts more than the rules. Because the truth is, the best filmmakers aren’t the ones who never miss focus—they’re the ones who know what really matters in a film.

Let this be your permission slip to trust your eye, shoot what feels real, and keep growing into the creative you’re meant to be. You don’t need to do it all flawlessly to make something unforgettable.

🎬 Tune in and let’s talk about confidence, creative freedom, and telling stories that feel just right.

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Timestamps:
[00:00 – 02:06] Launching a New Product for Wedding Filmmakers
[02:07 – 08:18] Embracing Authenticity Over Perfection in Wedding Films
[08:19 – 13:19] How Black and White Footage Can Elevate Storytelling
[13:20 – 17:09] Creative Control and Client Experience in Imperfect Lighting
[17:10 – 22:28] Using Black and White to Solve Technical Challenges
[22:29 – End] Encouraging Evolution in Your Artistic Process

The next round of The Luxury Mastermind will start in October 2025! We are thrilled to welcome you inside our signature 12 week program. Learn more + save your seat here >> https://thelevelupco.com/mastermind

📲 Love this episode? Screenshot and share it on social media! Tag us on Instagram at @TheLevelUpCo and let us know your biggest takeaway.

The Level Up Co. Resources:
- Wedding Planner Email Templates: https://thelevelupco.com/planner-email-template-bundle
- Elevated Client Experience Bundle: https://thelevelupco.com/client-experience-bundle
- Elevated Shot List: https://thelevelupco.com/elevated-shot-list
- The Luxury Framework Course: https://thelevelupco.com/theluxuryframework
- The Luxury Pricing Mini Course: https://thelevelupco.com/reset

Connect with Taylor , Kelley + The Level Up Co.:
🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelevelupco/
🔗Taylor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorpetrinovich/
🔗Kelley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/618studios/
💻Website: https://thelevelupco.com/

Have you ever wondered why some creatives seem to book effortlessly while others are left staring at an inbox full of ghosts?

In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on one of the most frustrating parts of running a wedding business, getting ghosted. We’re diving into what’s really going on when a client doesn’t respond, what it might be saying about your brand, and how small shifts in your inquiry process can create big wins in your booking rate 💌

Because here’s the truth: it’s not always about your work. Sometimes it’s about the way you show up. How you connect. How you communicate your value and lead the conversation with confidence.

We’re talking inquiry systems, website strategy, pricing transparency, and the mindset shifts that separate luxury creatives from everyone else. Whether you’re stuck in a feast-or-famine cycle or just tired of chasing leads that go nowhere, this episode will help you reconnect with the parts of your business you can control and remind you that your next level doesn’t require more hustle… it requires more alignment.

Let’s fix the ghosting problem, for good.

Timestamps:
[00:00 – 03:35] Personal Updates, Community Wins, and the Power of Support Systems
[03:36 – 06:47] Why Clients Ghost and What You Can Do to Prevent It
[06:48 – 10:13] Transparency in Pricing and the Psychology Behind It
[10:14 – 15:24] Responding Quickly and Humanizing Your Inquiry Process
[15:25 – 23:57] Website Strategy, Qualified Leads, and Managing Inquiry Volume
[23:58 – End] Email Templates, Communication Style, and Booking with Confidence

The next round of The Luxury Mastermind will start in October 2025! We are thrilled to welcome you inside our signature 12 week program. Learn more + save your seat here >> https://thelevelupco.com/mastermind

📲 Love this episode? Screenshot and share it on social media! Tag us on Instagram at @TheLevelUpCo and let us know your biggest takeaway.

The Level Up Co. Resources:
- Wedding Planner Email Templates: https://thelevelupco.com/planner-email-template-bundle
- Elevated Client Experience Bundle: https://thelevelupco.com/client-experience-bundle
- Elevated Shot List: https://thelevelupco.com/elevated-shot-list
- The Luxury Framework Course: https://thelevelupco.com/theluxuryframework
- The Luxury Pricing Mini Course: https://thelevelupco.com/reset

Connect with Taylor , Kelley + The Level Up Co.:
🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelevelupco/
🔗Taylor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorpetrinovich/
🔗Kelley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/618studios/
💻Website: https://thelevelupco.com/

Let’s talk about making more money without booking more weddings.

In this episode, we’re breaking down how upsells can completely shift your income potential without adding more work to your calendar. And no, we’re not talking about sleazy, awkward, salesy tactics that make you feel gross. We’re talking about value-driven offers that feel like a service, not a pitch.
This is about knowing your worth, trusting your expertise, and offering solutions that truly serve your clients and yes, getting paid for it.

Because here’s the truth: most wedding creatives are leaving money on the table every single time they book a client. Not because they don’t have something valuable to offer—but because they’re afraid to bring it up.

In this episode, we’re flipping that mindset on its head. We’re talking about why upselling doesn’t have to feel gross, how to introduce it without pressure, and what it means to sell from a place of confidence and care.

You don’t have to take on more work to make more money.You don’t have to say yes to more bookings just to hit your income goals.You don’t have to stay stuck in the cycle of burnout and busyness.

You just need to get clear on your value and start offering it. Let’s go. 💪

The next round of The Luxury Mastermind will start in October 2025! We are thrilled to welcome you inside our signature 12 week program. Learn more + save your seat here >> https://thelevelupco.com/mastermind

📲 Love this episode? Screenshot and share it on social media! Tag us on Instagram at @TheLevelUpCo and let us know your biggest takeaway.

The Level Up Co. Resources:
- Wedding Planner Email Templates: https://thelevelupco.com/planner-email-template-bundle
- Elevated Client Experience Bundle: https://thelevelupco.com/client-experience-bundle
- Elevated Shot List: https://thelevelupco.com/elevated-shot-list
- The Luxury Framework Course: https://thelevelupco.com/theluxuryframework
- The Luxury Pricing Mini Course: https://thelevelupco.com/reset

Connect with Taylor , Kelley + The Level Up Co.:
🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelevelupco/
🔗Taylor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorpetrinovich/
🔗Kelley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/618studios/
💻Website: https://thelevelupco.com/

Sometimes the biggest seasons of growth come from the hardest chapters of life.

In this episode, we sat down with the incredibly honest and grounded Anna Lord to talk about what it really looks like to evolve your business while navigating personal change—moving cities, processing grief, shifting priorities, starting a family… and doing it all without losing momentum.

We talked about letting go of the timeline you thought you had to follow. About redefining what success looks like (and feels like). About giving yourself permission to shift—not just for the sake of your business, but for the sake of your life.

And maybe most importantly, we talked about what happens when you stop trying to do it all and start building a support system that actually supports you.

If you’ve been feeling the tension of growing your business while also being human, this conversation will remind you: you’re not behind, you’re just in a new chapter. And you’re more capable than you think.

No more fear of falling behind.No more pressure to get it perfect.No more doing it all alone.

You get to evolve. You get to grow slow. You get to win on your terms.
Let’s talk about what that can actually look like. 💛

Timestamps:
[00:00 – 06:55] Life Updates, Booking Trends, and Shifting Client Behavior
[06:56 – 16:06] Moving Markets, Burnout, and Boundaries Through Change
[16:07 – 23:44] Destination Work, Pricing Transparency, and Defining Success
[23:45 – 36:18] Taking Risks, Starting a Family, and Letting Go of Fear
[36:19 – 44:00] Margin, Hobbies, and Creating Space Outside of Work
[44:01 – End] Delegation, Support Systems, and Trusting the Long Game

Connect with Anna:
🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annalord/
💻Website: https://annalord.com/

The next round of The Luxury Mastermind will start in October 2025! We are thrilled to welcome you inside our signature 12 week program. Learn more + save your seat here >> https://thelevelupco.com/mastermind

📲 Love this episode? Screenshot and share it on social media! Tag us on Instagram at @TheLevelUpCo and let us know your biggest takeaway.

The Level Up Co. Resources:
- Wedding Planner Email Templates: https://thelevelupco.com/planner-email-template-bundle
- Elevated Client Experience Bundle: https://thelevelupco.com/client-experience-bundle
- Elevated Shot List: https://thelevelupco.com/elevated-shot-list
- The Luxury Framework Course: https://thelevelupco.com/theluxuryframework
- The Luxury Pricing Mini Course: https://thelevelupco.com/reset

Connect with Taylor , Kelley + The Level Up Co.:
🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelevelupco/
🔗Taylor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorpetrinovich/
🔗Kelley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/618studios/
💻Website: https://thelevelupco.com/