The Unexpected Entrepreneur

In this episode, we break down the key differences in the Showit vs Squarespace debate, helping you decide on the best website platform for your needs. Whether you're looking for a Squarespace website with built-in features or a Showit website design with complete creative freedom, we cover it all.

This Squarespace review and Showit review highlight important factors like design flexibility, blogging capabilities, and pricing. If you're a photographer, choosing the best website builder for photographers is crucial. Both Squarespace vs Showit offer different strengths, but which is the best website builder for your business?

We'll also cover website platforms for photographers, the best website builder for small business, and how these platforms compare for creative professionals. If you're still on the fence, take our free website builder for photographers quiz (link below) to get a personalized recommendation!

Need expert help? Learn more about our Rebrand Edit service for a fully custom photography website in just four weeks. Whether you need a photography website builder or are looking at other websites for photographers, we've got your back.

Our links:

+ Best photography website platform for you quiz

+ Take our FREE quiz to find out what your photographer superpower is & learn how to bring it to the forefront of your brand.

+ Apply to work with us on your brand and website in The Rebrand Edit.

+ Check out our resources page where you can find affiliate links for some of the tools we use in our business every day!

+ Want to DIY your website? Check out our Showit template shop.

+ Explode your organic traffic through blogging! In just 2 hours, learn how to write posts that rank with Blogging for Business for $97. You don't need to go viral... you need to be #1 on Google.

+ Interested in being a guest on our pod? Fill out the form on this page.

In this episode of the Unexpected Entrepreneur podcast, Jessie and Shannon dive deep into the world of email marketing, particularly for wedding professionals. Shannon shares her journey from being a burnt-out wedding photographer to discovering the power of email marketing, which transformed her business. We talk about the importance of building an email list, effective strategies for engaging clients, and the types of emails that can be sent. About Shannon:

Shannon (aka Mrs. Vondy and often called The Email Queen) went from burnt out wedding photographer to email obsessed when she sent ONE email and earned $2600. After earning an additional 13k that year from email marketing alone, she created The Email Club. Now, through her Email Club Membership, she's helped hundreds of business owners discover that email is easy, fun and extremely profitable.

When she isn't talking about email, or mentoring business owners, you can find her snuggled up on the sofa binging Netflix with her husband and their 2 rescue huskies. 💛

Shannon's Links:

+ Website

+ Instagram

+ Threads

+ YouTube

+ LinkedIn

+ Grab your free mini eBox!

Our links:

+ Take our FREE quiz to find out what your photographer superpower is & learn how to bring it to the forefront of your brand.

+ Apply to work with us on your brand and website in The Rebrand Edit.

+ Check out our resources page where you can find affiliate links for some of the tools we use in our business every day!

+ Want to DIY your website? Check out our Showit template shop.

+ Explode your organic traffic through blogging! In just 2 hours, learn how to write posts that rank with Blogging for Business for $97. You don't need to go viral... you need to be #1 on Google.

+ Interested in being a guest on our pod? Fill out the form on this page.

In this episode of the Unexpected Entrepreneur podcast, Jessie chats with Jamie as she shares her journey blogging with Inkpot Creative®. We dive into the importance of SEO, personal storytelling, and how blog posts can serve as valuable resources for client engagement. About Jamie: A dedicated storyteller and trusted confidant, Jamie brings a rare combination of deep listening and masterful craftsmanship to every project. Known for creating safe spaces where vulnerability can flourish, she has built her reputation on doing things right, not just fast. Whether documenting intimate all-day elopements for nature-loving couples or sharing their love stories through thoughtful photography, Jamie approaches each interaction with genuine care and unwavering attention to detail. Between capturing adventurous celebrations in the great outdoors and being a busy mom to two toddlers, she has become a sought-after voice in the wedding industry, helping others feel seen, heard, and understood on their most authentic day. Jamie's Links: + Website + Instagram + Podcast + YouTube

Our links:

+ Get 60 blog post ideas for photographers for FREE!

+ Apply for Back Pocket Blogger to completely hand off your blogging every month.

+ Check out our resources page where you can find affiliate links for some of the tools we use in our business every day!

+ Take our FREE website quiz if you're not sure what platform is best for you.

+ Want to DIY your website? Check out our Showit template shop.

+ Explode your organic traffic through blogging! In just 2 hours, learn how to write posts that rank with Blogging for Business for $97. You don't need to go viral... you need to be #1 on Google.

+ Interested in being a guest on our pod? Fill out the form on this page.

Struggling to get eyes on your blog posts? You might be making one of these biggest blogging mistakes. In this episode, we dive into blogging tips for new bloggers and talk about why people aren't reading your blogs. Whether you're a beginner blogger or looking to avoid common blogging mistakes, this guide is for you.

Learn how to blog as photographers and avoid the top blogging mistakes that can hurt your traffic. From photographer blog mistakes to mastering blogging for photography businesses, Jessie shares expert blogging tips for photographers.

If you're into blogging for wedding photographers, this is your go-to resource. We'll also cover blogging mistakes to avoid, like skipping keyword research or overwhelming readers with too many photos. If you're wondering how to blog as a photographer, this video has actionable insights to help you succeed.

Our links:

+ Get 60 blog post ideas for photographers for FREE!

+ Apply for Back Pocket Blogger to completely hand off your blogging every month.

+ Check out our resources page where you can find affiliate links for some of the tools we use in our business every day!

+ Take our FREE website quiz if you're not sure what platform is best for you.

+ Want to DIY your website? Check out our Showit template shop.

+ Explode your organic traffic through blogging! In just 2 hours, learn how to write posts that rank with Blogging for Business for $97. You don't need to go viral... you need to be #1 on Google.

+ Interested in being a guest on our pod? Fill out the form on this page.

In this episode of the Unexpected Entrepreneur podcast, KP and Jessie talk with Kira La Forgia from The Paradigm about the complexities of hiring in small businesses. We talk about common misconceptions about hiring, the importance of understanding HR laws, and the emotional challenges of making the first hire. About Kira: With over a decade of experience in People Operations in the corporate world, Kira La Forgia is no stranger to the sensitive issues involved in the human side of running a business. There's a lot to learn from hiring, onboarding, training, and managing the performance of over 500 employees for a multimillion dollar business. Over the past 5 years, Kira has built a successful HR and Leadership consulting business, serving entrepreneurs with small teams as they navigate the evolving remote landscape (and the complexities of a multi state team!) Through the People On Purpose® method, Kira has trained over 100 leaders and their managers in leadership development and effective management. Kira's Links: + Website + Instagram + LinkedIn + Podcast + Take the quiz

Our links:

+ Take our FREE quiz to find out what your photographer superpower is & learn how to bring it to the forefront of your brand.

+ Apply to work with us on your brand and website in The Rebrand Edit.

+ Check out our resources page where you can find affiliate links for some of the tools we use in our business every day!

+ Want to DIY your website? Check out our Showit template shop.

+ Explode your organic traffic through blogging! In just 2 hours, learn how to write posts that rank with Blogging for Business for $97. You don't need to go viral... you need to be #1 on Google.

+ Interested in being a guest on our pod? Fill out the form on this page.

Not sure how often you actually have to blog to see results as a photographer? We've got you covered! Jessie from Inkpot Creative® dives into everything you need to know about consistency, frequency, and how often you actually need to blog in this episode!

Our links:

+ Take our FREE quiz to find out what your photographer superpower is & learn how to bring it to the forefront of your brand.

+ Apply to work with us on your brand and website in The Rebrand Edit.

+ Check out our resources page where you can find affiliate links for some of the tools we use in our business every day!

+ Want to DIY your website? Check out our Showit template shop.

+ Explode your organic traffic through blogging! In just 2 hours, learn how to write posts that rank with Blogging for Business for $97. You don't need to go viral... you need to be #1 on Google.

+ Interested in being a guest on our pod? Fill out the form on this page.

In this episode of the Unexpected Entrepreneur podcast, Jessie and Sam discuss the importance of funnels for wedding professionals. We dive into what funnels are, why they matter, and how to effectively implement them in a wedding business.

About Sam:

Sam writes copy that converts for service providers like photographers, project managers like wedding planners, and more. Her expertise is in launching, but regardless of what she writes, it will sound like you, but convert better.

Sam's Links:

+ Website + Instagram + LinkedIn

Our links:

+ Take our FREE quiz to find out what your photographer superpower is & learn how to bring it to the forefront of your brand.

+ Apply to work with us on your brand and website in The Rebrand Edit.

+ Check out our resources page where you can find affiliate links for some of the tools we use in our business every day!

+ Want to DIY your website? Check out our Showit template shop.

+ Explode your organic traffic through blogging! In just 2 hours, learn how to write posts that rank with Blogging for Business for $97. You don't need to go viral... you need to be #1 on Google.

+ Interested in being a guest on our pod? Fill out the form on this page.

In this episode of The Unexpected Entrepreneur Podcast, we chat with blogging client Jenni (they/them) about their experience with Back Pocket Blogger and the change it has had on their business. From feeling like they were constantly posting on social media and gaining a following that wasn't quite the people they wanted to having dozens of their dream clients land right in their inbox, hear their story of how blogging has changed their lead generation strategy and made 2025 an exciting (and maybe a bit scary) year ahead!

About Jenni:

Jenni Chapman (they/them) is a queer, nonbinary, and neurodivergent photographer based in the SF Bay Area. They center LGBTQ+ and nontraditional people in their work (though all are welcome), and have been photographing weddings, elopements, engagement photos, surprise proposals, love and family sessions, and personal branding sessions for over a decade. Clients can choose from any editing style (true to life, vibrant color is their favorite) and all finished galleries - yes, even weddings! - are delivered within two weeks. Jenni's passion is photographing people who are living and loving on their own terms, like a neurodiversity-affirming elopement, self love photos to celebrate changing your name and pronouns, or a queer family welcoming their first child to the world. Queer and gender nonconforming are the default here, so there will be no assumptions about wedding traditions, what you'll wear for your photos, or the language you use for yourself. Come as you are and get ready to be celebrated!

Jenni's Links:

+ Website + Instagram + Podcast + Learn more about weddings + elopements + Learn more about non-wedding photo sessions

Our links:

+ Take our FREE quiz to find out what your photographer superpower is & learn how to bring it to the forefront of your brand.

+ Apply to work with us on your brand and website in The Rebrand Edit.

+ Check out our resources page where you can find affiliate links for some of the tools we use in our business every day!

+ Want to DIY your website? Check out our Showit template shop.

+ Explode your organic traffic through blogging! In just 2 hours, learn how to write posts that rank with Blogging for Business for $97. You don't need to go viral... you need to be #1 on Google.

+ Interested in being a guest on our pod? Fill out the form on this page.

In this episode of The Unexpected Entrepreneur Podcast, we dive into our EXACT checklist we go through when crafting high-converting photography blog posts. From keyword research to outlining the post to hitting publish, learn the ins and outs of how to create posts that don't just sound great, but also work for you!

Our links:

+ Take our FREE quiz to find out what your photographer superpower is & learn how to bring it to the forefront of your brand.

+ Apply to work with us on your brand and website in The Rebrand Edit.

+ Check out our resources page where you can find affiliate links for some of the tools we use in our business every day!

+ Want to DIY your website? Check out our Showit template shop.

+ Explode your organic traffic through blogging! In just 2 hours, learn how to write posts that rank with Blogging for Business for $97. You don't need to go viral... you need to be #1 on Google.

+ Interested in being a guest on our pod? Fill out the form on this page.

In this episode of the Unexpected Entrepreneurial Podcast, Jessie and Rachel discuss the challenges of staying organized while running a business. Rachel shares her insights on managing overwhelm, the importance of having a single source of truth for all business tools, and the concept of CEO days dedicated to working on one's business. We also explore the balance between work and personal life, emphasizing the need for self-care and hobbies to maintain productivity and mental health.

About Rachel:

Rachel is a freelance writer for tech and outdoor companies, as well as a coach for other freelance business owners who are just starting out. She has helped countless entrepreneurs launch and scale their business to create something that is not only sustainable, but matches their individual goals.

Rachel's Links:

+ Website + Instagram + LinkedIn + Podcast + Grab her free Notion templates!

Our links:

+ Take our FREE quiz to find out what your photographer superpower is & learn how to bring it to the forefront of your brand.

+ Apply to work with us on your brand and website in The Rebrand Edit.

+ Check out our resources page where you can find affiliate links for some of the tools we use in our business every day!

+ Want to DIY your website? Check out our Showit template shop.

+ Explode your organic traffic through blogging! In just 2 hours, learn how to write posts that rank with Blogging for Business for $97. You don't need to go viral... you need to be #1 on Google.

+ Interested in being a guest on our pod? Fill out the form on this page.