Scared to leave your current career because you're afraid you won't make enough money as a photographer?

It's a valid point - the average photographer only makes $30K a year. Yikes!

That's exactly what my student Krystina, a hair and make up artist, feared when she started investigating the idea of leaving her career to become a photographer.

She wondered, "How do you do set up a photography business so that you don't make 'average' photographer money?:

Within two months of boutique photography education, Krystina got her first $1,500 order! And she hasn't looked back since.

If you're scared to make a change and worried that photography might not be as worthwhile as your job now, you've got to hear Krystina's story.

Pop in your earbuds now and hit play - the motivation you need is right here!

WORTH EVERY PENNY JOYCAST SHOW NOTES:

www.joyofmarketing.com/podcast/episode-178

SHOW TRANSCRIPT:

https://bit.ly/3RwV4UD

BOUTIQUE BREAKTHROUGH – 8-WEEK WORKSHOP

www.joyofmarketing.com/boutiquebreakthrough

INSTAGRAM – DM me "Conversation Starters" for some genuine ways to strike up a conversation about your photography business wherever you are.

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Ever wonder if you should you build relationships with other photographers? Is it worth your time? Will it amp up your head trash and send your self-esteem on a downward spiral? Or worse yet, could it hurt your business in the long run?

My take on these relationships is a bit untraditional. So if you're stuck in camp naysayer and feel like having photographer friends isn't for you, hear me out.

On this episode I'll show you how these relationships can actually become your secret sauce to building a thriving, creatively fulfilling photography business. And you'll learn three key things to look for when building relationships with other photographers so you, your clients, your family and your new photographer friends all benefit. So hit play and let's dig in!

WORTH EVERY PENNY JOYCAST SHOW NOTES:

www.joyofmarketing.com/podcast/episode-177

SHOW TRANSCRIPT:

https://bit.ly/3LuKtWF

BOUTIQUE BREAKTHROUGH – 8-WEEK WORKSHOP

www.joyofmarketing.com/boutiquebreakthrough

INSTAGRAM – DM me "Conversation Starters" for some genuine ways to strike up a conversation about your photography business wherever you are.

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Struggling to "get it all done?" The breakneck pace of running a photography business while caring for your family can feel impossible.

Believe me, I know. I started my business with newborn twins at home and added baby number three a year later.

I had to figure out a schedule that allowed time for my kids, my business, my husband, and, you know … ME!

On today's episode, I'm going to show you the exact weekly schedule I used to keep my busy photography business thriving while still having plenty of time for three kids.

I know this worked for me - and it can work for you, too. So press play now!

WORTH EVERY PENNY JOYCAST SHOW NOTES:

www.joyofmarketing.com/podcast/episode-176

SHOW TRANSCRIPT:

https://bit.ly/45NASlJ

BOUTIQUE BREAKTHROUGH – 8-WEEK WORKSHOP

www.joyofmarketing.com/boutiquebreakthrough

INSTAGRAM – DM me "Conversation Starters" for some genuine ways to strike up a conversation about your photography business wherever you are.

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Do you really need a photography studio?

Today, we talk about why you should NOT get a studio until you have done ONE very important thing.

You'll meet one of my students who took on the expense of a studio and what happened next.

It's a tale of a really poor upbrining, with a dash of risk, and the kind of mistake that could've had her throwing in the towel.

Curious to hear all the juicy details about Shelby's studio rollercoaster?

Hit play to tune in.

WORTH EVERY PENNY JOYCAST SHOW NOTES:

www.joyofmarketing.com/podcast/episode-175

SHOW TRANSCRIPT:

https://bit.ly/47Yt0PX

BOUTIQUE BREAKTHROUGH – 8-WEEK WORKSHOP

www.joyofmarketing.com/boutiquebreakthrough

INSTAGRAM – DM me "Conversation Starters" for some genuine ways to strike up a conversation about your photography business wherever you are.

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There's a dirty little trick your brain is playing that is holding you back.

The crazy thing is that you don't even realize that it's happening!

But I've seen it sabotage so many of my students that it's time I shed some light on it.

In today's Joycast, I'll share how the "What if…" game your mind plays can sabotage your forward momentum and some powerful tips I use to push past them.

I'll also share 9 powerful words that you can use when a client stumps you with a hard question.

Don't get paralysis by analysis here - press play on today's episode and learn these tips to overcome self doubt.

WORTH EVERY PENNY JOYCAST SHOW NOTES:

www.joyofmarketing.com/podcast/episode-174

SHOW TRANSCRIPT:

https://bit.ly/3sEcHHC

BOUTIQUE BREAKTHROUGH – 8-WEEK WORKSHOP

www.joyofmarketing.com/boutiquebreakthrough

INSTAGRAM – DM me "Conversation Starters" for some genuine ways to strike up a conversation about your photography business wherever you are.

https://www.instagram.com/sarah.petty

FREE COPY: NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLING BOOK FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS

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FREE FACEBOOK GROUP:

Join and get my free mini-class: How I earned $1,500 per client working 16 hours a week by

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Should you hire an intern? What are the benefits of having young people in your company?

Better yet, where do you find those "impressive youth," and how do you convince them to work for you?!

Today, I'll share the four BIG benefits of mentoring that I bet you've never thought of before (I certainly hadn't until I did it myself). These are HUGE bonuses for you and your photography business that you don't want to miss!

Press play now to find out how mentoring will help you build a better photography business and it will feel as good as snuggling a new baby (it's the BEST)!

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WORTH EVERY PENNY JOYCAST SHOW NOTES:

www.joyofmarketing.com/podcast/episode-173

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https://bit.ly/47ARKh3

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Do you ever feel like what's the point? Between the grind of figuring out your photography business and taking care of all the things your kids need from you, it would be easier to put a swimsuit on a gorilla.

Today, I met Janelle Krulicki, a stay-at-home mom who was spending an whopping 15 hours PER digital file client. Exhausted and burned out with barely any income to show for it and a husband who was getting annoyed, Janelle was at a crossroads of whether or not a photography business could work for her.

Here's her story of what she changed everything, got a $5,000 order and THRILLED her husband at the extra money coming into their household every month!!!

RESOURCES:

WORTH EVERY PENNY JOYCAST SHOW NOTES:

www.joyofmarketing.com/podcast/episode-172

SHOW TRANSCRIPT:

https://bit.ly/3OVZsuA

INSTAGRAM – DM Me "Pricing Rules" For a Copy of My 11 Rules for Pricing Boutique

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Have you ever wanted to be a fly on the wall during someone else's photography session? You know - see what they do differently.

Recently I had students in a real-life LIVE session and selling presentation, I gotta say, it made me a little nervous!

AND things did NOT go as planned!

But it was their takeaways from the day that were the REAL surprise!

It's so cool to see what these professional portrait photographers - new and experienced - picked up on as I was "doing my thing."

You've GOT to hear these. So press play now!

RESOURCES:

WORTH EVERY PENNY JOYCAST SHOW NOTES:

www.joyofmarketing.com/podcast/episode-171

SHOW TRANSCRIPT:

https://bit.ly/3qlM0XI

INSTAGRAM – DM Me "Pricing Rules" For a Copy of My 11 Rules for Pricing Boutique

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What do you do in a photography session when one of the kiddos doesn't want to participate? We've all been there!

This exact thing happened to me LIVE in front of 73 of my Peak Performance students. During the session, I was thinking, okay, we've got a family of five. If everyone isn't in the photo, we have nothing. They won't order ANYTHING. Talk about pressure.

It wasn't expected, but here's how I handled it - and all the other unexpected turns that happened in the live session and presentation. Listen to learn more.

RESOURCES:

WORTH EVERY PENNY JOYCAST SHOW NOTES:

www.joyofmarketing.com/podcast/episode-170

SHOW TRANSCRIPT:

https://bit.ly/3YnEecj

INSTAGRAM – DM Me "Pricing Rules" For a Copy of My 11 Rules for Pricing Boutique

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FREE COPY: NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLING BOOK FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS

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FREE FACEBOOK GROUP:

Join and get my free mini-class: How I earned $1,500 per client working 16 hours a week by

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Feel like you're not a "real" photographer because you don't have a photography degree?

That's exactly what kept my student Brandy Aldrich from embracing her long-term dream of being a photographer!

"They told us in college that we needed a degree to back up our talent, so I thought if I went out on my own, I'd fail."

The thing is - Brandy already had a good eye. She took great pictures. She didn't need a degree in photography. What she needed to learn was something totally different.

Listen now to find out what changed everything for Brandy and helped her transition from giving her photos away to getting $4,000 orders.

RESOURCES:

WORTH EVERY PENNY JOYCAST SHOW NOTES:

www.joyofmarketing.com/podcast/episode-169

SHOW TRANSCRIPT:

https://bit.ly/3Y1Ev4x

INSTAGRAM – DM Me "Pricing Rules" For a Copy of My 11 Rules for Pricing Boutique

https://www.instagram.com/sarah.petty

FREE COPY: NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLING BOOK FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS

www.joyofmarketing.com/freebook

FREE FACEBOOK GROUP:

Join and get my free mini-class: How I earned $1,500 per client working 16 hours a week by

becoming a boutique photographer.

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YOUTUBE:

Check out my latest how to videos:

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