I’m chatting with Angie Bonin and Gina Brocker about how to use moment-driven photography in the wedding industry. We chat about what exactly is moment-driven photography, how wedding photographers can start to incorporate into their body of work and slowly start attracting these types of clients, and how using moment-driven photography can help you stand out in a sea of wedding photographers. A little bit about the duo is located in Boston, MA, and believe that capturing moments rather than manufacturing images is the secret to an authentic, booming photography business. I’m so happy that they are here with us today!

I’m chatting with Amanda Shuman from Carrylove Designs about the 4 Ways to Make Your Website Stand out and Book Your Dream Clients. Amanda shares her thoughts and advice as to why your website is important, why neglecting your website is actually hurting your business and tips on what you can do right now to get your site back on track. A little bit about Amanda is that she is an award-winning designer and founder of Carrylove Designs. Carrylove Designs is a Digital Marketing Agency specializing in helping service-based businesses reach six figures and beyond through intentional branding. She is passionate about design and believes pairing a beautiful brand aesthetic with an intentional website strategy is the cornerstone for success and booking clients effortlessly.

I’m chatting with Elisabeth and Cami from Biz Birthday Bash all about tips for Running A Business With Your Best Friend. Elisabeth and Cami share their story about how they met in a stationery Facebook group, became instant best friends, and with a spark of an idea, created a thriving business together. A little bit about Cami is that she is wedding stationery & watercolor artist living in the sunshine state. Elisabeth is a calligrapher and wedding invitation designer based in Atlanta, GA and together they are Biz Birthday Bash. They are the creators and hosts of The Stationery Summit and A-Z directory Membership. They also have their own podcast Biz Birthday Bash.

We are chatting with Gretchen Culver from Rocket Science Events and Minne Weddings about how to coordinate with planners on elopement and mini wedding packages. Gretchen shares how and why she started Minne Weddings, how to navigate the micro wedding market, and how to make sure you are still profitable at the end of the day. A little bit about Gretchen, she launched Rocket Science Events in 2010, ultimately becoming the go-to design and planning firm in Minneapolis, MN. In 2020, she opened the doors to Minne Weddings, a luxury brand that provides stylish and affordable micro-weddings in her market.

We are chatting with Renee Sabo, the founder, and owner of Urban Soirée, all about the In’s and Outs of Mentoring. We chat about what actually is a mentor, why you might benefit from one, and how to know you’re making the right investment for your business. A little bit about Renee is that Urban Soirée produces elevated and romantic celebrations through full-service wedding planning and design for couples on the East Coast and destinations worldwide. She is also the host of The Confetti Hour Podcast and offers 1:1 mentoring options for wedding professions. Be sure to check the show notes to learn more about Renee.

We are chatting with Andréa Jones all about How to use Instagram and Instagram Stories to Attract New Wedding Photography Clients. Andréa is a joy to chat with and shares her useful insight into how we can use Instagram and Instagram stories to connect with our ideal clients, get inquires into our inboxes, and a few things to avoid when using Instagram. A little bit about Andréa is that she is fiercely committed to helping businesses and podcasters build profitable online communities through simple social media solutions. She's the host of the Savvy Social Podcast, which was nominated for “Best Business Series” at the 2020 Canadian Podcast Awards. Andréa is also the creator of the Savvy Social School, a digital platform designed to teach its 100+ members (predominantly small business owners) how to implement organic social media strategies.

We are chatting with Jordan Kentris from A Good Day all about The Secrets to Authentic Brand Building as a Photographer. Jordan shares how wedding photographers can use empathy to find their ideal clients, why being authentic is the only way to be, and lets us know what branding trends we should avoid. A little bit about Jordan, He’s a former adverting executive who started his own wedding stationery and design firm, A Good Day which is based in Canada. He serves wedding planners and their couples to create one-of-a-kind stationery for their wedding day and beyond.

We are chatting with Michelle Loretta from Be Sage Consulting all about navigating pricing during a difficult year. Michelle helps break down why discounting is never a good idea, how to ensure your business will survive the next “pandemic” like event, and how pricing is really part of your marketing strategy. A little bit about Michelle’s business Be Sage Consulting was one of the first B2B resources specifically tailored to creatives who wanted to become better entrepreneurs. Michelle works one-on-one with event pros to adjust and redefine their business strategies. Be Sage Consulting also hosts an annual Be Sage Conference, which welcomes creative entrepreneurs from around the world for a weeklong mastermind on all things business.

We are chatting with Rebecca Rice about how to set up and structure your mini sessions for profitably. Rebecca has been called the “Queen of Mini Sessions” and during our chat, she shares all about how she setups up for mini sessions for success, to best utilize her time, and how to make the most amount of profit per session. A little bit about Rebecca is that she is a photographer, educator, wife, and mom living in Nashville, Tennessee.  She has the heart to equip aspiring and established photographers and business owners alike with the tools they need to create a profitable business.

We are chatting with Kara Maureen all about the invisible burdens of wedding vendors. Kara shares with us the invisible forces that play throughout the wedding planning process and can reveal themselves on a wedding day. Not only does it affect the couples and their families but also the wedding vendors too! Kara shares her advice on how we can set good boundaries with clients and practice energy management to avoid burnout. A little bit about Kara is a bridal coach who helps brides gracefully navigate wedding drama so they can have stronger relationships with those who matter most. She has a Masters's Degree in social work and Life Coaching Certification from Martha Bleck Inc who happens to be Oprah’s life coach too!