In this episode, I'm delving into the secret sauce of crafting wow factor images that not only capture attention but also resonate with luxury photography clients. Hit play! CLICK HERE FOR FULL SHOW NOTES
Sep 14, 2023•27 min•Ep. 195
If you feel stuck in the budget wedding hamster wheel, then this episode is for you! In this Hot Seat episode, I give Lauren Galla-Rini some simple tips that can help her transform her brand, vendor relationships, and portfolio to attract the luxury clientele that she dreams of. Say goodbye to burlap and say hello to Vogue-worthy details! Hit play to find out how. About Lauren Galla-Rini: Lauren Galla-Rini has been in the event industry for more then 10 years. After 5 years of fully submerging h...
Sep 12, 2023•33 min•Ep. 194
In this episode, I am discussing six marketing strategies I use to attract luxury wedding clients each year. Hit play! CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL SHOW NOTES
Sep 07, 2023•54 min•Ep. 193
Today we’re diving into the ever-popular question about how to get booked for destination weddings without having a destination wedding portfolio. In this Hot Seat episode with fellow-photographer, Juliana Cole, I’m giving you the ultimate action plan that will have you waking up to a view of the Eiffel Tower in no time. Hit play to hear all the details! About Juliana Cole: Juliana Cole is a NY-based photographer, documenting weddings and portraits for couples in love. Juliana has a BA of creati...
Sep 05, 2023•18 min•Ep. 192
In this episode, I am telling all of the secret strategies I use to set my photography business up for a profitable engagement season. Hit play! CLICK HERE FOR FULL SHOW NOTES
Aug 31, 2023•44 min•Ep. 191
In this episode, I discuss the book "The Fourth Turning" and how it applies to businesses. I share with you the strategies I am currently using to make sure my business stays profitable and supported during low economic times. CLICK HERE FOR FULL SHOW NOTES
Aug 24, 2023•43 min•Ep. 190
From marketing her business on Craigslist to being featured on Martha Stewart Weddings Best Of list, Abby Jiu is a true inspiration to all of us wherever we are in our journey. On this episode Abby and I dive into the intentional strategy that landed her many publications features and luxury weddings and we outline a few tactics you may not have heard before. Let her transformation story be your kick in the butt to get.your.work.seen and submit! About Abby Jiu: Abby Jiu began her career as a fin...
Aug 17, 2023•44 min•Ep. 189
In this episode, Ryan and I discuss 4 ways to embrace life as the gift that it is. We talk about embracing the unknown, what it means to live without owing anything, and how to live in your essence. Hit play! Meet Ryan Wegenast From a free-flowing childhood through the cornfields of Nebraska to the Military to working in brain surgery, to the streets of Africa, the jungles of Peru, and his Ph.D. Ryan has lived many lives moving from one unknown to the next, in pursuit of learning to relax fully ...
Aug 10, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 188
In this episode, I discuss the Barbie movie and how it relates to feminism and the patriarchy. I dive into actionable steps we can take now, to make a meaningful impact and help build generations of healthy men and women. CLICK HERE FOR FULL SHOW NOTES
Aug 03, 2023•44 min•Ep. 187
Engage! is taking the luxury wedding industry by storm, and some people aren’t that happy about it. In this episode, I giving you my take on Engage! and why I think many photographers are afraid of it. Hit play! CLICK HERE FOR FULL SHOW NOTES
Jul 27, 2023•49 min•Ep. 186
In this episode, I talk about the 5 money habits that helped me breakthrough 6 figure years to 7 figure years. I deep dive into the mindset shifts, daily habits, and education I developed to reach financial freedom as a creative entrepreneur. CLICK HERE FOR FULL SHOW NOTES
Jul 13, 2023•25 min•Ep. 185
In this episode, Marke Freeman and I deep dive into what it takes to live a meaningful, successful life that will truly shape the world. Growing up poor didn’t stop Marke from achieving excellence and she breaks down how she did it with so much courage and grace. Hit Play! CLICK HERE FOR FULL SHOW NOTES
Jun 22, 2023•52 min•Ep. 184
In this episode, Julie Wilhite and I discuss how to make more money as a luxury photographer through album sales. Julie made $20K in the first 3 months of the year through album sales alone. Plus, if you stay to the end you'll hear more about our recent ayahuasca retreat in Costa Rica. Hit play! CLICK HERE FOR FULL SHOW NOTES
Jun 15, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 183
In this episode, we dive into these archetypes alongside Christy Foster, an expert in the realm of archetypes. Together, we explore how embracing these archetypes can unlock one's true potential and usher them into a realm of unparalleled empowerment. CLICK HERE FOR FULL SHOW NOTES
Jun 08, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 182
In this episode, I discuss why people troll and how to handle internet trolls. I share my experiences of being on both sides of trolling and how I have grown through these experiences. CLICK HERE FOR FULL SHOW NOTES
Jun 01, 2023•48 min•Ep. 181
In this episode, I’m taking you inside my mind to see what happens when I’m taking someone’s portrait versus just taking a photograph. And yes, there is a big difference to my approach, method, and outcome (and lighting, and gear!). Hit play! Meet Brittany Boote: Brittany Boote is a Pennsylvania native with a strong enthusiasm for creating exceptional photography and serving her clients. Her photographs are cinematic in nature and artfully balanced with powerful portrait moments. Her calm presen...
May 25, 2023•47 min•Ep. 180
In this episode, Rachel Larsen Weaver and I talk about all things self love and plus size bodies. We dive deep into how to unlearn toxic thought patterns about bodies and cultivate more self love for ourselves and others. Hit play! CLICK HERE FOR FULL SHOW NOTES
May 18, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 179
In this episode, I outline the importance of storytelling in photography, how to become a director, and how storytelling can transform your portfolio into a luxury portfolio. Hit play! CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL SHOW NOTES
May 11, 2023•32 min•Ep. 178
In this episode, I'm diving in to styled shoots and their purpose in the photography industry. I'm giving you 8 reasons why styled shoots aren't dead and how you can use them to grow your photography business. CLICK HERE FOR FULL SHOW NOTES
May 04, 2023•41 min•Ep. 177
In this episode, I am diving into consistency and how it is vital to living a creative, fulfilling life. Being consistent in your actions is what drives success in your businesses, relationships, and life. Hit play! CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL SHOW NOTES
Apr 27, 2023•46 min•Ep. 176
In this episode, Shanna Skidmore and I discuss overcoming obstacles and what to do when you fail. Stay till the end for bonus tax hacks! Are you in? Hit play! Meet Shana: Shanna Skidmore is former fortune 100 financial advisor turned business consultant, educator, and international speaker with clients and students in more than 26 countries. Nicknamed the “dream–releaser” by her clients, she’s helped business owners around the world build lives and businesses they love! Her greatest joy in life ...
Apr 20, 2023•58 min•Ep. 175
In this episode, I dive into why people lie, what people lie about, and how to stop lying. Living with integrity is something I take very seriously and I think you should too! Interested in hearing about why people lie? Hit play! CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL SHOW NOTES
Apr 13, 2023•51 min•Ep. 174
In this episode, Lana and I discuss the art of Tantra breathwork. We dive into the healing elements of the breath, various breathwork practices, and look into the divine feminine and masculine. Hit play! Meet Lana Elco: Lana Elco is the Founder of the Breath of Remembrance healing breathwork modality, as well as a Holotropic Breathwork Facilitator with years of experience. Lana is a Consciousness Coach & Intimacy Artist, trained to support people through transformational processes. Lana has ...
Apr 06, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 173
In this episode, Jaiden and I dive into the 4 social media strategies that are generating massive growth right now. We talk about all things social media and the algorithm. You don't want to miss this, hit play! Meet Jaiden Robinson: After spending 6 years in corporate America as a marketer, Jaiden decided it was time to stop resisting the feminine urge to create. She wanted to do more of what she loved and less of what she didn't, so she took the leap to entrepreneurship. Jaiden is passionate a...
Mar 30, 2023•40 min•Ep. 172
In this episode, Rachel and I dive into how she went from full time photographer to six figure business coach. We tell you everything you need to know about getting started, figuring out your coaching niche, and designing your course for success. Hit play if you’re ready to level up your business! Meet Rachel Traxler: Rachel is a Wedding Photographer and Photography Business Coach empowering ambitious wedding photographers to become in demand by elevating client connection so they can work less ...
Mar 23, 2023•48 min•Ep. 171
In recognition of Women's History Month, I am sharing my 5 self love rituals. I dive into why I have these rituals in my life and how you can do them yourself. If cultivating more self love is in your plans this year, hit play! CLICK HERE FOR SHOW NOTES
Mar 16, 2023•33 min•Ep. 170
In this no-bullshit episode, Jodi and I discuss mindset strategies, what scaling can look like, and how to break through your fears to make more money and have more freedom. Meet Jodi Anne: Jodi is an accomplished international wedding photographer and educator. She has a masters degree in education and school psychology that has lead her to launching multiple successful courses for photographers. She is a mother of 3 little gentlemen, full of deep authenticity and candid humor! Make sure to sta...
Mar 06, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 169
In this episode, we dive into all things India, learn more about how she started her career, what her day-to-day life looks like, and how she launched her first passive income source. You don’t want to miss this juicy episode about making millions through passive income. Hit play! Meet India Earl: India is a photographer and business coach for creatives based out of Salt Lake City, Utah. Her photography focuses on emotion, romanticizing every chapter of life, regardless of how beautiful or broke...
Mar 02, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 168
In this episode, we are diving into Alicia Park’s very first 30K month and how she got there by living in flow and taking action. Hit play! Meet Alicia Parks: Alicia Parks is an award winning, published wedding and senior portrait photographer whose specialty includes understanding each individual love story, and curating timeless art pieces from the special connection you have with one another. With over a decade of experience, you can see in her work a passion for love stories, romance and a l...
Feb 27, 2023•31 min•Ep. 167
In this episode I share with you how I have developed my own creative community that has helped me grow my career as a coach and photographer. I dive into why creating a community for yourself is the most important thing you can do to see progress in your life and business. Finally, share tips and tricks on how to grow your own community through collaboration. Hit play! SHOW NOTES: https://darcybenincosa.com/play-it-brave/creative-community/...
Feb 23, 2023•40 min•Ep. 166