In this episode, we focus on addressing common marketing challenges within the wedding industry, particularly why wedding professionals are not getting inquiries or are getting ghosted by potential clients. 

Alora shares insights from a recent coaching call, emphasizing that lack of inquiries is a marketing issue, while not booking clients is a sales issue. She introduces the concept of the 'Wedding Inquiry Wheel,' a tool designed to help understand how different platforms can work together effectively in a marketing strategy.

The discussion covers the overwhelm many feel with needing to be active on multiple platforms and provides a solution through strategic, platform-specific content creation. This episode is dedicated to making marketing fun again and ensuring that it reflects the unique brand story of each wedding professional.

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In this episode of the Wedding CEO podcast, Alora shares effective strategies for wedding photographers to avoid being ghosted by potential clients. She emphasizes the importance of sending multiple follow-up emails and reminding clients that their booking dates are not secured until confirmed. 

She critiques the desperation often communicated by photographers, suggesting a shift towards showcasing exclusivity and authority instead. 

The episode highlights the 'magic email,' a specific follow-up that prompts clients to respond, either confirming their interest or allowing the photographer to move on. 

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In this episode of the Wedding CEO podcast, Alora dives into the complexities of managing a busy business while raising children, a topic highly requested by her Instagram followers. 

She shares her journey from the rapid growth of her business coinciding with the birth of her daughter, to embracing the chaos of motherhood with strategic time management and prioritizing family. 

Alora discusses the societal pressures and expectations on mothers, and the balancing act between career aspirations and parenting. She emphasizes the importance of work-life harmony, the empowerment of entrepreneurial flexibility for maternity leave, and planning for a family-friendly work schedule. 

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In this episode, Alora invites Gina Knox to share invaluable advice for creative business owners struggling with financial management.

Gina. a financial coach specializing in entrepreneurs with variable income, discusses her journey from being curious about money to eventually working in FinTech and helping clients save millions.

The episode covers misconceptions about money management for creatives, introduces the 'Cash Flow Waterfall' banking system, and provides actionable steps for entrepreneurs to start paying themselves, save effectively despite inconsistent income, and manage business finances efficiently.

Check out Gina's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ginaknox/
Learn more at: https://ginaknox.co/

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In this episode of the Wedding CEO podcast, Alora shares insights from recent private coaching calls, showing the power of one-on-one coaching for wedding professionals feeling stuck or unable to attract their ideal clients.

Highlighting the lack of a brand story as a common issue, she discusses how to identify and overcome barriers to attracting dream clients. 

The episode also emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and articulating a clear, authentic brand vision to resonate with desired clients. 

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In this podcast, Alora interviews Brianna Parks, an SEO specialist, and wedding photographer.

Brianna shares her experiences in starting a photography business right out of college, and how she used SEO strategies to grow her business from Idaho to California. Throughout the discussion, Brianna emphasizes that SEO is a long-term strategy that can take a year or more to yield results, and during this time, consistency and patience are key.

She advises photographers to create informative articles that potential clients will search for, such as guides to improve their visibility on Google.

Check out Brianna's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briannaparksphotography
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In this episode, Emily Loeppke from Anna Delores Photography talks about something really important in the photography world – having a team of photographers. This means taking on a leadership role and managing others. She dives into the debate about photographers who have teams, stressing the need for clear rules, agreements, and understanding how to use pictures and photography tricks.

Emily also highlights the importance of being thorough and sharing experiences to help others make good decisions.

Whether you're a pro or just starting out, you'll definitely learn something from her.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annadelores

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In this episode, Alora talks about chasing trends in the creative industry. She advises listeners to stay true to their personal style, especially when working on creative projects. 

Alora then elaborates on the negative effects of trend-chasing such as rebrand whiplash, lost personal identity, and feeling trapped in a conforming cycle. 

She encourages listeners to be intentional in one's work and identity. 

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