Especially with everything going on regarding the Coronavirus, so many entrepreneurs are evaluating their circumstances and making plans moving forward. Is creating a digital course something you've considered? If so, this may be an episode you want to tune into! In this episode I'm interviewing Emily Newman, founder of If I Made - a course creation powerhouse! They essentially take business owners with good ideas and skillsets and help them create, market and sell an online educationa...
Apr 02, 2020•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast There's much debate around pricing and how to charge for your photo services. Packages vs a la carte, how to determine your base price, does the market rate matter? These are just a few of the questions that may leave you wondering where to start! In this episode I'm answering questions about pricing in hopes that it can help you in your photography business! This is part two of a two part series with Krysia Lynne. Part one can be found in episode 081 all about posing. PRICING GUIDE (F...
Mar 19, 2020•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast Do these questions sound familiar: * How can I achieve the natural, spontaneous/candid look with my posing without shooting a million candids and hoping for the best? * How do I set up a posing 'flow' where I'm not grasping at straws and feeling awkward trying to come up with the next pose? * What are some of the methods you use to pose a variety of body types confidently -- e.g. flattering parts of their bodies the clients might be insecure about? In this q&a style episode, I...
Mar 18, 2020•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast With any business, it's totally normal to focus on the product, service, and visuals of your brand... But you know what's the real secret sauce: Words Words will ultimately help you convert clients from potential inquiries into actual customers! And on the podcast today we have professional copywriter Erika Fitzgerald sharing SO. Much. Good. Content! My mind was blown by all the nuggets she was sharing! We talked about: * Mistakes people are making with their website copy and what mist...
Feb 26, 2020•54 min•Transcript available on Metacast We're changing things up on the podcast this week and for the first time ever, I'm airing a live mentoring session with a newly budding photographer. When starting a photography business there are SO many questions: - How do I legalize the business and when should I? - Do I need a business account? - I don't have any clients yet...how do I get my name out? - If someone does come to me, what do I charge? If you're in this place of working a 9-5 and dreaming of being a photogra...
Feb 12, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Transcript available on Metacast What started as a birth right trip turned into an opportunity for collaborations and sponsorships as traveling influencers/bloggers. Joel and Marla of Traveling for Two found themselves in 30 countries in 13 months. Their social platforms were originally intended to keep their friends and family members informed of their travels but sparked the interest of thousands all over the globe. Marla is sharing on this episode things like: * How to make money as a travel influencer * The challenges of cr...
Feb 03, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of Mistakes Make Magic, we're featuring Holdfast's visionary Matthew Swaggart. Timing is everything in life. For Matthew, his timing couldn't have been more perfect for the invention and creation of the Holdfast product line. If you've ever seen a photographer wearing those harness-like leather straps at a session or event, Swaggart is responsible for the aesthetic and creation of this design. What started as two belts fastened together turned into a product t...
Jan 21, 2020•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast If you've ever considered starting a podcast, here's how to do it! On this episode I was interviewed by Laura Murray and answered all the questions she posed regarding starting and running a podcast. We started Mistakes Make Magic over two years ago and have learned so much along the way. I'm honored and thrilled to dive into all the specifics of what gear to use when starting a podcast, how to find podcast guests, and more on this episode. If this is something you've thought...
Jan 03, 2020•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast An industry veteran, Amanda Crean has photographed some of the most beautiful weddings around the globe for the last 12 years. You can see her work in Martha Stewart Magazine , Brides , Southern Weddings , The Knot , Style Me Pretty , Once Wed , Confetti Magazine , Vogue and more. Whether an intimate celebrations or grand affair, Amanda documents in her signature effortlessly chic, relaxed, and sophisticated world view. (And always with a dose of humor.) Amanda is so much fun! I can’t wait for y...
Dec 18, 2019•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast Our guest is the owner of TAYLRD Media + Designs and the Co-Founder of Sourced Co. As a wedding industry marketing consultant, she works with wedding professionals to help them develop the skills, strategies, and guides needed to market their businesses and build their brands! I really enjoyed chatting with her and hope you love learning: Top tips from Sourced Co. On what you should be focusing on to level up your marketing Common mistakes wedding professionals make when it comes to marketing an...
Dec 04, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast KT Merry is an incredible photographer, explorer, and environmentalist. She works alongside her business partner and husband Chad, and together they seek to balance the curated with the raw, the composed with the real. They are destination photographers and have photographed some of the most impeccable and thoughtful events. She was named a top photographer by Harpar’s Bazaar and Martha Stewart, one of the top 100 most inspiring people by The Knot, and a rising star by PDN Magazine. I chatted wi...
Nov 20, 2019•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Erich Mcvey is a wedding, portrait and editorial film photographer with a love for medium format cameras, natural light and incredible scenery. Using an approach that combines documentary and fine art styles, he captures beautiful, honest, and timeless images. Named by Harper’s Bazaar and Martha Stewart Weddings as one of the best wedding photographers in the world, and twice selected as film photographer of the year by Belle Lumiere Magazine , Erich’s work has been featured in top wedding publi...
Nov 07, 2019•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Laura Murray is a photographer in Denver, Colorado. After graduating with a degree in mathematics and spending several years working in the technology sector, Laura Murray found inspiration in photography. She never dreamed her career would transition from data cruncher to wedding photographer. She considers herself unbelievably lucky that she gets to document the happiest of days for her clients. Laura is passionate about the pursuit of being the best versions of ourselves. She believes each da...
Oct 23, 2019•1 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast Brad and I sat down in our newly renovated kitchen to record this episode LIVE! It was so much fun to answer your home renovation questions with a live ( Instagram ) audience. It was also surreal because when you’re in the thick of a big project like ours, the days of enjoying the fruits of your labor seem so far into the future. But here we are! If you didn’t know, Brad and I bought an old, outdated traditional New Orleans shotgun style home and spent about a year renovating it from top to bott...
Oct 09, 2019•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast I met Cassie Jones through Showit United. But, in addition to being United Director, she is the wife of a husband and wife wedding photography duo in Arkansas and mother of three children. I am so honored to be speaking at United this year and chatting with Cassie made me even more excited! What You Will Learn in This Episode: How to work with a large diverse team to plan and run a successful conference How to apply to be a speaker at United Mistakes to avoid when planning a large conference and...
Sep 25, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Transcript available on Metacast Rachel Brenke is a lawyer and business consultant for photographers and creatives who helps industry professionals all over the world initiate and implement strategic business plans. In addition to being a managing partner of Connors & Brenke, she is the host of the podcast The Business Bites, an author of 7 books, a Team USA athlete, and a mother to 5 children. WOW! What You Will Learn in This Episode: What Rachel and her team are doing most often to help photographers and entrepreneurs Som...
Sep 11, 2019•54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Katie Norris is a Dallas-based photographer and founder of the nonprofit Fotolanthropy and Fotostrap . Katie is the producer of 2 inspiring and award-winning films, and she is currently working on her new documentary project 7 Yards. I am so excited to be sharing my conversation with Katie with all of you! What you will learn about in this episode: Manufacturing a product Choosing inspiring true stories to bring to life as a filmmaker The challenges of running a giving-based brand How to accompl...
Aug 28, 2019•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast Amanda Nistor currently lives in New Jersey with her husband and two children, Luna and Oliver. She started Ruffled in 2008 while planning her own wedding as a creative outlet and has since worked for many brands creating content such as Fiskars, Hershey’s, Macys, and Nordstrom and has gained recognition from publications such as Brides, Harper's Bazaar Australia, and The New York Times. What You Will Learn on This Episode: Creating and curating content to begin a blog and business Managing...
Aug 14, 2019•1 hr•Transcript available on Metacast Valorie Darling is one of the country’s top wedding photographers and educators who also shoots fashion and lifestyle brands. In the last few years, her photography business has evolved into an agency with her Darling Collective, a team of talented associate photographers she's trained over the years. What You Will Learn on This Episode: How big opportunities can change your career Common mistakes business and creative professionals make Tips to grow your social media following and some of ...
Jul 31, 2019•56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Shannah Compton Game, CFP®, MBA is the leading expert for millennials on money. She is host of the popular podcast, Millennial Money, where over 500,000 listeners a month from around the world join her to tackle their finances. Shannah combines her love of finance with her creative talents to produce original content for millennials. What You Will Learn on This Episode: Common financial mistakes How to save for retirement as an entrepreneur Tips to save more money Financial mistakes to avoid whe...
Jul 17, 2019•56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Kilee is the owner of Six One, a boutique public relations and brand strategy agency who believes in original ideas and international success. What You Will Learn on This Episode: The Behind the Scenes Role of Promoting Brands Should you have an agent for your brand and why? How do you know when it's time to hire an agent? What are some of the ways an agent promotes a brand If you are enjoying the podcast, please be sure to subscribe to and review Mistakes Make Magic. CLICK HERE TO RATE &am...
Jul 03, 2019•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast I cannot say enough about Ale's episode on Mistakes Make Magic. I originally came across Ale on Instagram after she created a beautiful artist film for my sweet friend Kayla Barker ! Her work stands out to me as a result of its ethereal and emotional aesthetic. It's so raw, elegant and allows you to feel something. In this episode you will learn : How to define yourself as an artist. What inspires Ale and what it means to truly BE inspired! How to create emotional, ethereal videos and ...
Jun 20, 2019•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast Anna Smith is the principle of the full-service residential interior design firm Annabode + Co. out of Denver! What makes her company unique, apart from the incredible style, is Anna's drive to incorporate an environmentally and socially responsible philosophy into her business. CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing M...
Jun 06, 2019•58 min•Transcript available on Metacast If you work in the wedding or events industry, it’s safe to say you know just how important getting published is. It allows for your work to get exposure and for your name to get out there into the world. 95% of couples use blogs and magazines to plan their wedding, and publications are the way to get in front of those couples. But the process can be daunting— and not to mention time consuming. Researching which publication will be a good fit, compiling images, getting content from your client… ...
May 29, 2019•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast When you’re just starting out as a creative professional, it’s so common to spend your days dreaming about making it into the luxury market, or even just having the chance to participate in events of that scale. But what exactly are luxury events all about? Luxury is not just putting beautiful floral arrangements on tables. It’s scale, budget, look, details, and quality all working together to create an experience. It’s not just being able to dream something up, but also being able to execute. I...
May 08, 2019•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast Sandra Coan is a Seattle based newborn and family photographer specializing in studio portraiture and fine art film photography. Her work has been featured in a variety of publications and she is an educator who shares her passion for photography and business on respected platforms everywhere! We are going to be talking all about her experience with education and content creation as well as her process of becoming a more confident creative! Thank you for tuning in! We love and appreciate each of...
Apr 24, 2019•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast Kat Schmoyer chased her dream of hosting a conference for creatives, which has grown into Creative at Heart. Education is used as the framework for building connections, friendships, and community. Attendees leave the conference not only with new relationships, but also with a notebook full of ways to grow their business! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write ...
Apr 18, 2019•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast Nicolaus Simon is a certified public accountant! He is known for his tax audit and accounting services. Currently he is employed with Darnell Sikes and Frederick where he works with clients to help them better their financial situation. I am beyond thrilled to chat with him today about all things accounting because let's be honest, doing your craft is such a small percentage of running a business. CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it say...
Mar 27, 2019•51 min•Transcript available on Metacast Shanna Skidmore is a business strategist and financial coach for creative entrepreneurs. Nicknamed “The Dream Releaser” by her clients, she helps others make money by doing what they love. With backgrounds in finance, psychology, and art, she was able to marry those things together, rolling business and creativity all into one. Her greatest joy is watching others transform their stories, building businesses, and help others live the life they love. CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCAS...
Mar 13, 2019•51 min•Transcript available on Metacast Callie Richardson is the co-owner of the White Magnolia and now their newest location Magnolia Manor. She is married to her best friend, Charlie Richardson . She loves to ride horses, farm life and ALL things vintage! CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS (Click the link, scroll down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and click the small ink that says "Write a Review") Watch our FREE Posing Master Class Watch our FREE Business Master Class Download the FREE ...
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