Bokeh - The Photography Podcast

Is there actually a strategy behind writing blog posts? Isn't it good enough if I just share information from my recent sessions with some cool keywords and photos? Claire Lauer of CL Content Marketing is here to dispel myths and provide strategies for writing blogs that will actually help with SEO! Listen in to episode 548 to hear how to set goals for your blogs, strategically use keywords, and appropriately use tagging to not only help Google find your site, but your ideal clients too! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Image Editing for the Professional Photographer.  You can also subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Brand position (3:05) Creating a great customer experience (7:45) Technique for time management (10:00) Outsourcing/Delegation (15:21) Book recommendation (17:58) The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson https://bokehbookshelf.com What

Why is the conversation about money and pricing so complicated? Did you play the guessing game when it came to determining your pricing strategy when starting your business? Dr. Tomayia Colvin is changing that conversation. Check out episode 547 of The Bokeh Podcast to hear how simple pricing for photography can truly be! Just 3 simple steps to determine your baseline price? Yep, that's all it takes. The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer.  You can also subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Brand Position (3:15) Creating a great customer experience (20:45) Technique for time management (25:45) Outsourcing/Delegation (29:56) Book recommendation (33:25) Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson How did Tomayia learn the strategy of pricing for her photography business? (38:35) Why is the conversation about p

Are you looking for an additional stream of income in your photography business?  And even better, one that doesn't require a lot of extra time? Aubrey Westlund joins us for episode 546 of The Bokeh Photography Podcast to share how stock photography not only supplements her photography business with a consistent revenue stream, but also provided the main source of income during the pandemic! Listen in as she explains the significance of the genre in our current market, and the steps to take to add this specialty to your bag of tricks! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer and Miilu: The Simplest Way to Create and Manage Timelines and Shot Lists for the Events You’re Photographing.  You can also subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Brand Position (4:35) Creating a great customer experience (6:07) Technique for time management (10:45) Ou

Are you overwhelmed with all the moving pieces of your photography business? Do you feel like you're ALWAYS in front of the computer to finish one more thing - and missing out on the freedom that you thought was part of owning your own business? Make sure to listen in to episode 545 for principles, tips, and tricks to help you dial in your workflow and get more time back in your life! Ethan Righter and host, Nathan Holritz dive into conversation to understand the root of the overwhelm in Ethan's workflow, and explore steps to improve efficiency, productivity, and profit! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer and Miilu: The Simplest Way to Create and Manage Timelines and Shot Lists for the Events You’re Photographing.  You can also subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Details of Ethan's Photography business (5:05) What does Ethan's typical w

Have you ever wondered what happened with our former Brand Position Consultation guests following their episodes? Did they make changes to their brand position statement, website, or marketing efforts that resulted in growth for their business? You're in luck! Our new series, "Where Are They Now?" welcomes back some of our former Brand Position Consultation guests so that we can check in to hear all of the details! In episode 544 of The Bokeh Podcast, Whitney Smith is back to share how the changes she made helped to triple her revenue for her part-time photography business!  The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer and Miilu: The Simplest Way to Create and Manage Timelines and Shot Lists for the Events You’re Photographing.  You can also subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. What is a brand position co

Hearing opinions and critical feedback from others can sometimes be uncomfortable. But seeking and receiving actionable constructive criticism can truly help you improve your practice and grow your business! In episode 543 of The Bokeh Podcast, Anna Wright shares strategies for not only how to seek constructive criticism for your business, but how to find the right person to provide that feedback to you! Listen in to hear her steps for connecting with a mentor and creating the expectations for the feedback process. The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer and Miilu: The Simplest Way to Create and Manage Timelines and Shot Lists for the Events You’re Photographing.  You can also subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Brand Position (3:20) Creating a great customer experience (6:37) Technique for time managem

Are you consistently searching for how to best market your photography business? Do you try all of the latest trends on social media and follow what everyone else is doing only to feel like you're spinning your wheels, and doing it alone? Katelyn Workman is here for episode 542 of The Bokeh Podcast to bring us back to the basics with marketing - build a community and engage authentically! Listen in to hear principles driving this philosophy, as well as 3 simple steps that photographers can take to start building community today! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer and Miilu: The Simplest Way to Create and Manage Timelines and Shot Lists for the Events You’re Photographing.  You can also subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Brand Position (2:37) Creating a great customer experience (5:23) Technique f

How can a photographer set an intimate tone during a session in order to create emotionally evocative images? Robert Hill says, "To capture intimacy, you must create intimacy." Robert joins us for episode 540 of The Bokeh Podcast to explain the necessary steps photographers must take to create a sense of vulnerability and intimacy with couples in order to capture an image that is not only beautiful, but emotionally driven. Listen in to hear his tips for how to create this environment of trust and openness with clients. The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer and Miilu: The Simplest Way to Create and Manage Timelines and Shot Lists for the Events You’re Photographing.  You can also subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Creating a great customer experience (6:50) Technique for time management (17:12) Outso

Are you tired of trying to hit the reset button every year with big, unsustainable goals - only to fall off the wagon within weeks? Nathan Holritz, CEO at Photographer's Edit and host of The Bokeh Podcast, has a healthy, more sustainable solution for you - not only for 2022 but for years to come. Listen in to episode 540 and let Nathan encourage you to have a healthier, stronger start to your year! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer and Miilu: The Simplest Way to Create and Manage Timelines and Shot Lists for the Events You’re Photographing.  You can also subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. What New Year's resolutions usually are (3:42) A New Year's resolutions alternative (5:16) Nathan's introduction to the application of values to our lives: (Re)Awaken the Giant Within, by Tony Robbins (7:55

Have you considered venturing into the adventurous world of elopement photography?  Do you enjoy capturing the beauty of landscapes and wish you could be outdoors for your work more than you are? Sean Oblizalo found that he could combine his love of landscape photography with elopement photography by simply adding his clients into the already gorgeous scenery he was photographing! Listen in to episode 539 of The Bokeh Podcast to hear how he transitioned into elopement photography, and the 3 main elements that are needed to run a strong elopement photography business. The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer and Miilu: The Simplest Way to Create and Manage Timelines and Shot Lists for the Events You’re Photographing.  You can also subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Brand Position (3:00) Creating a g

How would you like to book fewer sessions yet make more money?  Sound too good to be true? Less truly can be more! In episode 538 of The Bokeh Podcast, Brenna Heater shares how you too can work less and make more by focusing on the luxury portrait market in your area! Hear her six steps for breaking into the luxury market, which include creating a closet, sending client gifts, and more! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer and Miilu: The Simplest Way to Create and Manage Timelines and Shot Lists for the Events You’re Photographing.  You can also subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Brand Position (4:20) Creating a great customer experience (6:20) Technique for time management (7:39) Outsourcing/Delegation (11:27) Book Recommendations (16:52) Never Lose a Customer Again by Joey Coleman Business

Do you struggle with determining the appropriate pricing strategy for your services? Does the thought of creating a tiered pricing structure make your palms break out in a cold sweat? Never fear, Catherine is here! In episode 537 of The Bokeh Podcast, Catherine Guidry shares her process for determining a pricing structure for a photography business that will not only allow you to make money, but also encourage your clients to "bump up" to the next pricing level! Listen in to hear the steps for how to determine the best pricing structure for your business! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer and Miilu: The Simplest Way to Create and Manage Timelines and Shot Lists for the Events You’re Photographing.  You can also subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Brand Position (6:07) Creating a great customer experience (11:51) Technique for time mana

"Brand photography is understanding the mindset of your client's client, not just shooting for the gratification of the business owner or to earn likes on social media." In episode 536 of the Bokeh Podcast, Abby Grace explains how photographers must approach brand photography in a different way than other forms of photography in order to meet the wants of needs of their clients. Listen in to hear not only what to avoid when transitioning to brand photography, but also key principles to follow when starting a new brand photography business in order to be successful. The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer and Miilu: The Simplest Way to Create and Manage Timelines and Shot Lists for the Events You’re Photographing.  You can also subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Brand Position (3:36) Creating a great customer experience for brand photography

"Hey, Siri.  How much will it cost to have family pictures made?" "Alexa, what wedding venues have the prettiest views in Chicago?"  These conversational style searches happen every day. Will potential clients find you with this new approach? Feuza "Fuse" Reis joins us for episode 535 of the Bokeh Podcast to share how business owners are behind the times when it comes to SEO.  The old principle of using formal, specific keywords is not working as well in today's world of conversational voice searches. Listen in to hear a fresh perspective on what you should and should NOT do when setting up your website to maximize SEO. The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer and Miilu: The Simplest Way to Create and Manage Timelines and Shot Lists for the Events You’re Photographing.  You can also subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Brand Pos

Time flies.  Before you know it, you are several years into your photography business and realize that you haven't quite nailed down exactly what your business focuses on or how to clearly convey to your client base what you offer them. It's never too late to refine your brand position or even create something completely new! In episode 534 of the Bokeh Podcast,  Chris Jones chats with Nathan about how to dial in the messaging for his brand in order to reach the ideal client for his headshot and commercial photography business. Listen in to hear the recommendations and ideas that will help him stand out from his competition! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer and Miilu: The Simplest Way to Create and Manage Timelines and Shot Lists for the Events You’re Photographing.  You can also subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Definitio

We've all heard the quote, "Time is more valuable than money," but how often do we hold on to tasks and processes that take a lot of our time, only to "save" a little bit of money? Are we actually saving money in the end? Danielle Blewitt found that through outsourcing her editing, she not only saved countless hours of time, but was more profitable because of it!  Listen in to episode 533 of The Bokeh Podcast to hear what she learned through outsourcing that ultimately helped her grow her business. Don't miss the tips she shares for how to have the best experience, and how to overcome initial apprehensions most photographers have. The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer and Miilu: The Simplest Way to Create and Manage Timelines and Shot Lists for the Events You’re Photographing.  You can also subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Brand Po

Slowing down and truly being present with clients can lead to beautiful, real-life images being captured. Implementing long-form sessions into your business can help you do just that.In episode 532 of The Bokeh Podcast, Rachel Larsen Weaver takes us on the journey of her long-form sessions, and explains why this format works for her business. Listen in as she shares how she uses film and everyday messy life to document the true art that is the life of her clients.The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer and Miilu: The Simplest Way to Create and Manage Timelines and Shot Lists for the Events You’re Photographing. You can also subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast.Brand Position (3:08)Inspiration for Rachel's photographic style (13:08)Immediate Family by Sally MannAt 12 by Sally MannCreating a great customer

How many memberships or subscriptions do you have as an individual? Have you considered offering a membership to your clients so that they feel like they are part of a "team" or exclusive group? Consider the benefits: consistent income, minimal education needed after the first session, easy add-ons, and more! In episode 531 of the Bokeh Podcast, Annemie Tonken walks us through her process of portrait memberships for clients. Listen to hear steps and must-do's for starting the membership, as well as tips for how to effectively maintain and grow the membership. The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer and Miilu: The Simplest Way to Create and Manage Timelines and Shot Lists for the Events You’re Photographing. You can also subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast. Brand Position (3:07) Book Recommendation (15:10) Ti

We are in the midst of what has been called "The Great Resignation" in 2021. People are leaving their jobs, and many are starting their own businesses. But is it really that easy?It can be if you follow the advice that Christora Osters gives in episode 530 of The Bokeh Podcast! Listen in to hear about some of the challenges and unexpected setbacks that most new business owners face, and also the proactive strategies for dealing with them. Heed the advice and you'll be on your way to building and growing a successful company!The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer and Miilu: The Simplest Way to Create and Manage Timelines and Shot Lists for the Events You’re Photographing. You can also subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast.Brand Position (3:06)Creating a great customer experience (12:52)Technique for time manag

When you have sports or senior clients who want to be photographed in a unique location, it sometimes creates a difficult situation for the photographer when it comes to lighting. How can that situation be resolved so that the client receives the images they want, and the photographer is able to capture well-lit images?Clark Sanders says, "Take the studio outside!" In episode 529 of the Bokeh Podcast, hear strategies that Clark uses to create both natural and cinematic style lighting scenarios for his sports and senior portraits - with little extra equipment! Check out the simple steps he takes to ensure his images are correct in the camera with little to no extra work needed in post-production.The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer and Miilu: The Simplest Way to Create and Manage Timelines and Shot Lists for the Events You’re Photographing. You can also subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on&