By Sandra Coan
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I started my photography business in 1999, and I had my twins in 2006. So I had been in business for a while before becoming a mom and I remember feeling super worried about how I was going to run a business while also being a good mom once they were born.
I was afraid the business would take too much time and would pull me away from my kids. I was worried that my kids would pull me away from the work I need to do in my business. And I worked really hard to design the perfect work/ life balance.
Well, those twins turned 18 last month, and they graduated from high school a few days ago, and what I’ve learned over the past 18 years is that perfect work/life balance is a myth! And so on today’s podcast, thats what I’m going to talk about!
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/06/18/the-myth-of-work-life-balance/
LINKS
How to Book More Photography Clients Without Spending All Your Time Marketing
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
This week on the podcast, I chatted with photographer and SEO expert, Liz Putnam. Liz is a Sandra Coan Certified photographer and is teaching a workshop at our upcoming Certification Retreat.
Stay tuned to hear her tips for photographer getting started with SEO!
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/06/11/what-every-photographer-needs-to-know-about-seo-with-liz-putnam/
LIZ PUTNAM
SEO 3 Day Challenge: https://lizputnam.com/sandra/
Website: lizputnam.com
Instagram: @liz_putnam_
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Apply Now: https://sandracoanstudios.com/apply-now
Last week I hosted an “Open House” Zoom call for people who had questions about Sandra Coan Certification, and several of our current members joined the callNow, it’s one thing for me to slide into your inbox and tell you how great Sandra Coan Certification is. It’s another thing entirely to hear what the people who are in the program have to say! Here are some of the take-aways the call!
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/05/21/is-sandra-coan-certification-worth-it/
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification:
https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/9ab555c6ae
From Doubt to Dollars: How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome While Building A Dream Photography Business
https://sandracoanstudios.com/free-training
We’re opening applications for Sandra Coan Certification is just two weeks! And so on today’s episode, I’d love to talk discuss the elephant in the room in regards to that program which is, do you need a certification to be a professional photographer? And are there any benefits to having one? Is it actually necessary? So if you are considering joining the Sandra Coan Certification program, or any other certification program, this episode is for you!
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/05/07/do-you-need-a-certification-to-be-a-successful-photographer/
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification:
https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/9ab555c6ae
From Doubt to Dollars: How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome While Building A Dream Photography Business
https://sandracoanstudios.com/free-training
One of the benefits about being in the Sandra Coan Certification program is the opportunity to have one-on-one meetings with me as you work through the program.
I know a lot of people have questions about what the one-on-one calls are like, so you can listen to one!
Sit down with me and Laura Watts Walsh to talk about Certification!
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/04/30/sandra-coan-certification-review/
LAURA WATTS WALSH
https://www.instagram.com/laurawattswalshphoto/
https://www.laurawattswalsh.com/
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification:
https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/9ab555c6ae
I’m going to let you in on a little secret. I work with over 150 clients a year, and I don’t do any active marketing for my studio. So, on today’s podcast, I’m going to tell you exactly how I’m able to get away with that… and I’m going to walk you through the exact method I set up for myself YEARS ago, that makes it possible for me to have a successful photography business WITHOUT doing the marketing busy work!
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification:
https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/9ab555c6ae
From Doubt to Dollars: How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome While Building A Dream Photography Business
https://sandracoanstudios.com/free-training
One of the big changes to hit the photography industry recently is AI. Recently, I shared a post in one of my FB groups about how I’ve been using it in my business, and got a comment about how it’s going to be the end of the photography industry and we should all beware. So, on today’s episode, I’m going to share my thoughts on AI: how it hurts us, how it helps us, and how to use it wisely in your photography business
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/04/16/ai-and-your-photography-business-how-it-hurts-how-it-helps-and-how-to-use-it-wisely/
LINKS
Imagen AI
https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=sandracoan
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist
The secret to your success is NOT your technical skill. It is NOT your marketing know-how either.
It’s your confidence.
Confidence is the key to making your dreams come true. It is the bridge between wanting and having.
And on today’s episode, I’m going to share what I’ve learned over the course of my 25 year career about how to get it.
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/04/02/the-secret-to-success-in-your-photography-business/
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist
From Doubt to Dollars: How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome While Building A Dream Photography Business
https://sandracoanstudios.com/free-training
Welcome to Unpopular Opinions! I'm Sandra Coan, an award-winning photographer, and in this episode, I talk with my friend, Rebecca Hunnicutt.
Rebecca Hunnicutt is a photography educator who teaches photographers at all levels how to turn ordinary locations into extraordinary images with confidence and ease, AND how to further elevate those images with post processing. She's also a lifestyle family and children's photographer based in Portland Oregon capturing joy filled images of families and today's contemporary kids at local preschools.
Join us as Rebecca walks us through her process and we touch on the importance of moving your body, identifying patterns in your work, and finding your signature style.
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist
Rebecca Hunnicutt
Webinar:
Three common composition mistakes and why to avoid them
Course Link:
Composition & Color | Turn Ordinary Locations Into Extraordinary Images
Website:
https://www.hunnicuttphotography.com
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/rebecca.hunnicutt.education
https://www.instagram.com/rebecca.hunnicutt.photography
There is so much I love about the photography industry. I love art. I love what this career has given me. I love the life I’ve been able to build because of what I do. And I’ve met some truly creative, wonderful people because of this job.
But like all industries, the photography space has a dark side as well. It can be very competitive. And competition can sometimes bring out the worst in people. So, on today’s episode, I want to talk about how to stay above it all, and run an ethical photography business that is inline with you and your values.
SHOWNOTES
https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/03/19/how-to-run-an-ethical-photography-business/
LINKS
Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification
Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist
From Doubt to Dollars: How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome While Building A Dream Photography Business
https://sandracoanstudios.com/free-training
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