Bokeh - The Photography Podcast

What is outsourcing and why should I do it? In this bonus episode of the Bokeh Podcast, we are sharing a conversation between our host, Nathan Holritz, and the Picsello Facebook group that dives into why outsourcing is so important for your business. Listen in as Nathan shares how outsourcing can help photographers not only have more time to spend with the important people in their lives, but also to build and grow their businesses! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Show Notes: What is outsourcing? (4:07) Why it is ok to "let go" of the editing or culling of your images to an expert (13:35) Questions to ask yourself when determining what to outsource (16:31) Steps to beginning a successful outsourcing experience (22:30) Establish a big-picture view for your life and your business Un

Are you having a difficult time booking clients? Or maybe you'd just like to book more jobs than you currently are? You're in luck! Emily and Erin from E-Squared Photography are here to share the important steps they've learned for booking clients more effectively! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Show Notes: What is one of the most important principles behind providing a great experience for clients (1:51) What principle or strategy have Erin and Emily implemented to allow them to save time in order to have a life while running their business? (4:42) How do Emily and Erin utilize automation in their business? (7:40) What are your favorite self-help books? (10:55) Favorite piece of camera gear (15:30) The 8 C's for booking more clients Communication (19:25) - clear communicat

Photographer Byron Hopkins wasn’t always a photographer. An athlete, a multi-tour Marine, an author, a speaker - Byron has experienced and accomplished a lot! In this Bokeh Podcast episode, Byron shares the important lessons he’s learned about mindset - and how those lessons have enabled growth and accomplishment in his life! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Show Notes: What is the most important principle that allows Byron to provide customers with a great experience? (1:25) What is one tip Byron can share about practicing effective time management? (4:58) What is one book that Byron would recommend? (11:30) What does it look like when making decisions about who you want to be and what direction you want to go in? (14:00) What is Byron's favorite piece of camera gear? (20:35) Byron's

Our industry has been talking a lot about imposter syndrome in the last few years - when it wasn't really a point of conversation previously. Why has this issue become mainstream, and how can we move beyond it? Learn more in this conversation with Miles Boyer on the Bokeh Podcast! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Show Notes: Is there a point at which we maintain ideals for ourselves, yet accept what is actually our reality? (3:55) Why is it so normal for most people to be ok in a state of "ok" vs pushing beyond that? (10:30) How does Miles provide a great customer experience in order to set himself apart? (16:45) What is a principle that has allowed Miles to manage time more efficiently? (22:10) Why has "Imposter Syndrome" become such a widespread topic in the industry r

We have a lot of moving parts to keep up with as photography business owners, and the whole experience can get quite overwhelming at times! Fortunately, there are incredible tools in CRM's that will help us streamline our workflow, minimize overwhelm, and have more freedom as business owners. Listen in to this conversation with photographer Jorge Bernardes to learn how! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Show Notes: Jorge's Introduction (3:50) What is one big principle that has enabled Jorge to maintain a life while running his business? (6:00) Can being organized and structured actually allow you to be more creative? (9:45) What is one big idea or principle that has allowed Jorge to grow his business? (13:20) How does Jorge decide what to focus his time on? (18:20) How would Jorge defin

Do you feel overwhelmed when you realize how many images you've taken during a session? Photographer, Ellen Cramblet joins us to share her journey toward realizing that “clarity is kindness,” and that quality is more important than quantity when it comes to deliverables. Tune in as we discuss shooting with intention, and how the images that we deliver are a reflection of our brand! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Show Notes: Ellen’s introduction (1:10) Ellen’s photography business background (2:03) Ellen’s brand position (4:00) What is the one big idea Ellen wishes she knew when she started her business? (5:46) How long did it take Ellen to realize quality was better than quantity? (8:55) Terminology for context (11:00) What are the next steps to make toward cutting back on quantity and fo

Whether you want to photograph your own dog, or you're building a dog photography business - there are ways to connect with and photograph that dog to better capture its personality! Listen in to this episode of the Bokeh Podcast with dog photographer Carol Arscott to learn how!  The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Show Notes: Carol's introduction (2:00) What is the backstory to Carol's dedication to pet photography for rescue dogs? (4:55) What is a principle that Carol has implemented in her business that helps her maintain a healthy work-life balance (7:15) What big idea or principle has done the heavy lifting for Carol's business?(14:45) Carol explains how she helps dogs feel comfortable in a shoot (19:55) How does Carol help the dog's owner feel comfortable? (23:30) How do

Planning for the financial needs of running a photography business can be truly overwhelming - but it doesn't have to be! Check out this bonus episode as Bobbi Brinkman shares what smart financial planning is, and who the most important people are when it comes to creating connections!  The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Show Notes: Bobbi’s introduction (0:49) What is smart financial planning? What is the big idea that Bobbi wishes she would have known when she started (2:29) Who are the most important people to connect with? (6:28) The distinction between profit and revenue (8:40) Recommendations (13:17) Links: https://bobbibrinkman.com https://instagram.com/bobbi.brinkman

Do you want to charge more for your work? Photographer Kristin Sweeting says that you need to get your portfolio dialed in! Listen in to our conversation to learn how to improve the quality of work that you share in order to raise your prices! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Show Notes: Kristin's introduction (1:26) What principle has Kristin learned that has allowed her to run a business while still having a life? (3:40) What is one idea or principle that Kristin has implemented that has done a lot of the heavy lifting in her business? (9:03) Where are we as a photography industry in relation to withdrawing from building community due to the idea of being introverted? (14:07) Introduction to the idea of focusing on your portfolio for pricing (19:20) How would Kristin respond to the argum

Show Notes: How did the Bokeh Podcast come to fruition? (3:23) How long did it take to find the flow and rhythm of hosting a podcast? (7:30) Why the black v-neck T-shirts? (13:45) What are 3 things Nathan is implementing or focusing on for this year? (22:07) How can you stay focused and maintain time for yourself while running multiple businesses? (31:00) Has hosting the podcast changed your life, through one interview or overall? (39:00) What does a "Nathan Moment" look like - something you do that is just for you and not "productive"? (42:32) A little discussion on "Finding Yourself" vs creating the life you want. (49:00) Has there ever been a situation during the podcast where the conversation wasn't going well? (1:00:45) What's next with Nathan's business ventures? (1:11:48) Links: https://nathanholritz.com https://photographersedit.com Bokeh episode with Shawn Lee: https://www.photographersedit.com/bokeh-podcast/episodes/developing-a-brand-that-makes-a-differen

Running a healthy and successful photography business in 2023 is largely about creating an amazing customer experience! Photographer Jasmine Newton is going to share how to up the ante in the experience you create for your branding portrait clients in today’s Bokeh Podcast episode!  The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Show Notes: Jasmine's introduction (4:00) What is the big principle that Jasmine implements in her business to avoid burnout? (13:56) What is a big idea or principle that has enabled growth in Jasmine's business? (22:10) What does "full-service branding photography" mean? (30:18) What drives Jasmine's desire to connect with clients on a deeper level? (32:16) What key principles drive successful full-service brand photography sessions? (38:20) 1. Know your worth, and charge accor

You can't escape hard work if you want to build a strong business, but how do you balance hard work with enjoying the life you've created for yourself - and minimize the possibility of burnout? Listen in to this important conversation with photographer Sean Oblizalo to learn simple steps you can take to have the business you want while maintaining peace of mind! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Show Notes: Sean's introduction (2:52) What is one tip that Sean would share that would allow photographers to create a sustainable business while maintaining some freedom and flexibility (5:40) What motivated Sean's effort to create more boundaries in his business this year? (13:15) How would Sean sum up what his motivation is as a photographer? (18:20) What leads to photographers being so focused on th

In a world where taking a good picture is no longer a differentiator in photography business, creating an amazing client experience is more important than ever! On today's Bokeh Podcast episode, photographer John DeMato shares how he uses strategy calls to take client experience to the next level! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Show Notes: John's introduction (3:45) How does John run his business in order to minimize burnout? (5:05) What key business principle has enabled John to build his business? (9:00) How do client strategy calls help to create a great experience - prior to the session? (13:10) 1. Communicates care 2. Creates awareness as to what is needed What is the difference between a general pre-session call and a strategy call? (15:20) What are the 3 main categories of questions as

Being there to meet a client’s need is one thing, but is there a way to actually create desire for your brand in the mind of a potential client? Tune in to this episode with photographers James and Schulze to learn how! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Show Notes: James and Schulze's Introduction (1:34) How long did it take James & Schulze to get to the point of being able to charge $50k for a wedding? (5:35) What is a principle that they have implemented in order to run their business but still have a life? (9:04) What key principle has enabled success in business for James & Schulze over the years? (19:20) Does the type of desire vary between the lower-priced photography client and the higher-priced client? (33:50) How can photographers create want in the mind of their potential clien

In a crowded market with so many photographers, a clear and distinct brand position will enable us to stand out and capture the attention of potential clients more effectively! Join us for today's Bokeh Podcast episode to learn how to establish, communicate, and leverage a strong brand position in your own photography business! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Show Notes: Definition of a Brand Position (6:00) What are the top few reasons why Stacy got into photography? (9:40) What type of photography does Stacy provide? (16:25) What makes Stacy's photography unique? (19:44) Why intention behind both the photographer's business as well as the market is important to consider when creating a brand position statement (32:40) Analysis of Stacy's competition (44:20) A template for creating a brand po

In this bonus episode of the Bokeh Podcast, Helene Boudreau walks us through three ways to “outwork doubt” so that you can build the confidence to achieve what you set out to accomplish. It may not be perfect in the beginning, but taking messy action is the first step. Tune in as we chat about what this looks like and how you can implement this advice into your own business! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Show Notes: Helene’s introduction (1:10) Helene’s photography background (2:16) What big idea does Helene wish she would have known when she started? (6:37) When did Helene put the practice of “outworking doubt” into her business? (9:14) 3 Ways to Implement How to Outwork Doubt in Your Business (11:15) 1. Research 70%, jump in with 30% 2. Shoot as much as you can, as quickly as you can 3. Ge

In a crowded market with so many photographers, a clear and distinct brand position will enable us to stand out and capture the attention of potential clients more effectively! Join us for today's Bokeh Podcast episode to learn how to establish, communicate, and leverage a strong brand position in your own photography business! And bonus: guest co-host Lisa Aihara of Ellette Studio joins us to give design insight as well! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Show Notes: What is a brand position? (3:00) The background of Eden's photography business (4:40) How does Eden sum up the type of photography she offers? (13:07) What are a few of Eden's target customer's pain points? (19:00) Two elements to consider when coming up with a brand position statement (24:05) Analysis of Eden's competition (26:00)

The primary purpose of your website is to convert visitors to customers. If it's not doing so consistently, it's time for change! Listen in to this conversation with Jeff Brown to learn how to update your website for higher conversion and business growth! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Show Notes: Jeff's introduction (1:35) What big principle can Jeff share to help photographers work more efficiently? (5:27) What big idea helped enable the growth Jeff saw in his photography business? (10:15) Why does Jeff think photographers tend to focus on the aesthetic of their website vs the goal of conversion? (15:40) What are the 5 big ideas that will help photographers improve website conversion? (20:47) 1. Have 1 primary purpose and 1 backup purpose for your website 2. Communicate the benefits of hiri

Cameras on phones are just cheap, lackluster wannabes when it comes to professional photography. Or are they? Join us for really important food for thought in this episode with photographer Kim Kovacik, as we talk about the role of phone cameras in the professional photography world! Oh, and spoiler alert: Kim has photographed an ad campaign for a well-known brand...with her phone! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Show Notes: Kim's Introduction (2:45) What was Kim's introduction to using her phone for photography? (4:35) Will it take some time for the professional photography world to accept a phone as a camera? (10:50) How did Kim snag the opportunity to photograph for Panera - using her phone? (20:45) What are some of the technical strategies Kim considered when shooting for Panera? (29:50) 1

There seems to be a subconscious assumption that being a photography business owner equals chaotic, high-hour work weeks - especially during busy season! But what if that wasn't the case?! Photographer Sara Price is here to share with us how to minimize overwhelm with a more intentional approach to workflow! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Show Notes: Sara's introduction (1:40) What is one thing that Sara has implemented that has helped her business to move forward and grow? (7:15) What is a big principle or idea that helped Sara as she started and grew her business? (19:38) What did Sara's life as a photographer look like before she made changes that minimized overwhelm? (22:30) What was the turning point that caused Sara to make change? (25:16) What were some of the areas of Sara's business