The Creative Business Plan

By Charley Van Amburg

The Creative Business Plan podcast is for photographers looking to find balance in creating the business of their dreams and living a life they love! Each week, we will talk through real business topi... more

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The podcast currently has 40 episodes available.

The Creative Business Plan episodes:

September 12, 2023 20: Using Pinterest to Create Balance in our Business with Pin with Paula
On today's episode, guest Paula Ruzenceva with Pin with Paula shares about how Pinterest is a long-term stategy that can help create balance in our business by driving website traffic.
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Connect with Paula:
Paula is a blogging and Pinterest manager who helps photographers attract their dream clients with a powerful Pinterest presence & SEO optimized blogging
Website: https://pinwithpaula.com/
Instagram
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25min
September 05, 2023 19: Dealing with Mean Comments & Unsupportive Photographers
On today's episode, we are talking about mean comments and unsupportive photographers. How can we deal with this situations and not let it bring us down?
The Show Notes:
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Discount Codes for Systems I use:
Studio Ninja: Use code: AYJN5P07K3N59F to get 20% off your subscription
Link to 250MB free storange on Pixieset
Showit - get a free month of Showit (website)
Flodesk (Email marketing) - Get 50% off your first year with code CHARLEYVANAMBURG
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Follow on social media: Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Youtube
Join the Facebook Photographer Community group
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Amazon Storefront - Photographer Must Have's **may include commissonable products
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14min
August 29, 2023 18: When to Give Discounts in Your Photography Business
On today's episode, we are talking about when is the right time to give discounts in our photography businesses and well as some ideas for you. If you have heard me talk about discounts before, you know I just don't love them. This is why I wanted to make an episode dedicated to the right ways to do discounts.
The Show Notes:
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Discount Codes for Systems I use:
Studio Ninja: Use code: AYJN5P07K3N59F to get 20% off your subscription
Link to 250MB free storange on Pixieset
Showit - get a free month of Showit (website)
Flodesk (Email marketing) - Get 50% off your first year with code CHARLEYVANAMBURG
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Follow on social media: Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Youtube
Join the Facebook Photographer Community group
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Amazon Storefront - Photographer Must Have's **may include commissonable products
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9min
August 22, 2023 17: Hiring Second Photographers + Why You Need a Contract
Today's episode is part two of our conversation about second photographers. On today's episode we are talking about what it looks like to hire a second photographer as the lead, why you need a contract, and how to get the best work out of your second.
The Show Notes:
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Discount Codes for Systems I use:
Studio Ninja: Use code: AYJN5P07K3N59F to get 20% off your subscription
Link to 250MB free storange on Pixieset
Showit - get a free month of Showit (website)
Flodesk (Email marketing) - Get 50% off your first year with code CHARLEYVANAMBURG
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Follow on social media: Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Youtube
Join the Facebook Photographer Community group
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Amazon Storefront - Photographer Must Have's **may include commissonable products
...more
11min
August 15, 2023 16: How to Get Second Shooter Jobs & Be a Good Second Photographer
On today's episode, I walk you through how you can get second shooter jobs and once you have that job, how to be a good second photographer. Being a second photographer is a great way to get your foot in the wedding photography world and grow your portfolio!
The Show Notes:
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Discount Codes for Systems I use:
Studio Ninja: Use code: AYJN5P07K3N59F to get 20% off your subscription
Link to 250MB free storange on Pixieset
Showit - get a free month of Showit (website)
Flodesk (Email marketing) - Get 50% off your first year with code CHARLEYVANAMBURG
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Follow on social media: Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Youtube
Join the Facebook Photographer Community group
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Amazon Storefront - Photographer Must Have's **may include commissonable products
...more
22min
August 08, 2023 15: Stop Letting Fear Run Your Business
On today's episode, we talk about how fear of not getting the booking and our own money mindset are getting in our way and holding us back. Are you letting fear run your business?
The Show Notes:
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Discount Codes for Systems I use:
Studio Ninja: Use code: AYJN5P07K3N59F to get 20% off your subscription
Link to 250MB free storange on Pixieset
Showit - get a free month of Showit (website)
Flodesk (Email marketing) - Get 50% off your first year with code CHARLEYVANAMBURG
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Follow on social media: Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Youtube
Join the Facebook Photographer Community group
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Amazon Storefront - Photographer Must Have's **may include commissonable products
...more
13min
August 01, 2023 14: 3 Blogging Myths Debunked with Ava and The Bee
On today's episode, guest Adrienna McDermott with Ava and The Bee debunks three blogging myths we hear in the photography industry.
The Show Notes:
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Connect with Ava and The Bee:
Ava and The Bee is a marketing agency for wedding pros ready to outsource Pinterest, Blogging, SEO, and more.
Website: https://avaandthebee.com/
Instagram
Download Ava and the Bee's free wedding pro's guide to blogging
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Discount Codes for Systems I use:
Studio Ninja: Use code: AYJN5P07K3N59F to get 20% off your subscription
Link to 250MB free storange on Pixieset
Showit - get a free month of Showit (website)
Flodesk (Email marketing) - Get 50% off your first year with code CHARLEYVANAMBURG
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Follow on social media: Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Youtube
Join the Facebook Photographer Community group
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Amazon Storefront - Photographer Must Have's **may include commissonable products
...more
36min
July 25, 2023 13: How to Get the Shot Without Being Obtrusive
On today's episode, I am walking through a Facebook question someone had about where to stand without being rude. This is actually a topic I am very passionate about as I always strive for a non-obtrusive style in my wedding photography business. You can absolutely get the shot without being obtrusive!
The Show Notes:
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Discount Codes for Systems I use:
Studio Ninja: Use code: AYJN5P07K3N59F to get 20% off your subscription
Link to 250MB free storange on Pixieset
Showit - get a free month of Showit (website)
Flodesk (Email marketing) - Get 50% off your first year with code CHARLEYVANAMBURG
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Follow on social media: Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Youtube
Join the Facebook Photographer Community group
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Amazon Storefront - Photographer Must Have's **may include commissonable products
...more
16min
July 18, 2023 12: Deep Dive into Taxes for Photographers with Desi Tax Service
On today's episode, guest Desi Alejandre with Desi Tax Service all about taxes and bookkeeping for photographers. This an episode you don't want to miss!
The Show Notes:
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Connect with Desi Tax Service:
Website: https://www.desitaxservice.com/
Instagram
Free tax document checklist download
DISCOUNT INFO: reach out to Desi and let her know you listened to today's show to get 15% off
For the CEO: 15% off cleanup services + 1 month free if signed on for ongoing bookkeeping services. For the DIY-er: 15% off cleanup services + Training on how to maintain cleaned-up books!
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Discount Codes for Systems I use:
Studio Ninja: Use code: AYJN5P07K3N59F to get 20% off your subscription
Link to 250MB free storange on Pixieset
Showit - get a free month of Showit (website)
Flodesk (Email marketing) - Get 50% off your first year with code CHARLEYVANAMBURG
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Follow on social media: Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Youtube
Join the Facebook Photographer Community group
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Amazon Storefront - Photographer Must Have's **may include commissonable products
...more
33min
July 11, 2023 11: Investing in Your Photography Business with Esther Moerman
On today's episode, guest Esther Moerman talks through the importance in investing in yourself and your business and how it can take your business to the next level at any stage of business!
The Show Notes:
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Connect with Esther Moerman:
Website: https://esthermoermanphoto.ca/
Instagram
Facebook Page
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Discount Codes for Systems I use:
Studio Ninja: Use code: AYJN5P07K3N59F to get 20% off your subscription
Link to 250MB free storange on Pixieset
Showit - get a free month of Showit (website)
Flodesk (Email marketing) - Get 50% off your first year with code CHARLEYVANAMBURG
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Follow on social media: Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Youtube
Join the Facebook Photographer Community group
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Amazon Storefront - Photographer Must Have's **may include commissonable products
...more
21min

FAQs about The Creative Business Plan:

How many episodes does The Creative Business Plan have?

The podcast currently has 40 episodes available.