Planning For A Successful Business Photoshoot: My Secrets Revealed

When it comes to business expenses, professional photography should be at the top of your list. Yep, for real. Investing in gorgeous pictures to elevate your biz is a #nobrainer. The world is visual. It's obvious that in the digital age, your business will need great visual content to be successful.

I know that when you're first starting your biz it can quickly feel like you're spending more money than your little business is bringing in. But professional photos are SO worth it in the long run - trust me, lovely.

Now, if the idea of jumping in front of the camera is already making you a nervous wreck, relax! I've got you covered with several actionable secrets to help you eliminate the jitters and plan a successful photoshoot ahead of time.

THIS WEEK’S PODCAST

It's just me and you for this episode, girlfriend! I just recently had a photoshoot done for myself and MWH with the crazy talented Jade Warne of @Hipster_Mum. My amazing experience with this photoshoot inspired this episode. Seriously, she's a #TotalWeapon.

Today I'm going to share my secrets on how to prep for a business photoshoot, so you feel excited and empowered to get your own pictures done with confidence.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Why visual assets are so powerful

The importance of knowing your brand story, so you can communicate it visually

How to set your scene

Tips to get your head in the game

How to grab your audience's attention

Ways to showcase your products

Why you should use other biz products in your flatlays

How to utilise Pinterest to prepare for your shoot

The importance of working on yourself and your own self-confidence

WHAT I COVERED

Why you need to know what your business mission and vision are

Ways to understand your audience and what they respond to

How to communicate a feeling with your product shots

Why you should tag other businesses in your flatlays to increase your chance of being reposted

Creating a mood board on Pinterest with inspo for your photoshoot

Envisioning your scene and how you want it to feel

Why you should invest in yourself and a stylist

Quick wardrobe tips

Heartfelt advice regarding your own image and self-confidence

RESOURCES I MENTIONED

For styling, I worked with the ladies from Designer Style List! They totally nailed and curated very on point looks complete with accessories for my shoot.

For my #MWHLife styling, I worked with Case from Chasing Case (which is an online clothing store for mums!). Find her on Instagram: @chasingcaseclothing.

For my props, I used a custom created hashtag that was made for me by Angela Sibley at Decor Me.

KEY TAKEAWAY

The more you prep for your photoshoot, the better it will be. You will be able to communicate your brand story to your audience in a very visually striking, absolutely magnetic way. - Tracy Harris

BONUS

I absolutely LOVED my photoshoot with Jade. She was all over it, and I felt completely comfortable. I want all of the mums in my tribe (yes, that means YOU!) to feel beautiful, confident, and excited about your next photoshoot. Do you know what that means...?

Yep, Mums With Hustle is partnering with Hipster Mum to give you 50% off half and full-day shoots! Eek!!! You can walk away with a killer photoshoot and gorgeous visual assets for as little as $750!

All you have to do to redeem this offer is shoot Jade (see what I did there??