Bokeh - The Photography Podcast

Are you looking to build your portfolio with dream images, while simultaneously building a community of photographers and vendors? In episode 446 of the Bokeh Podcast, Rachel Howard joins us for a conversation around setting up her recent styled shoot and retreat! Listen in as she shares her approach to the styled shoot, along with what she learned in hosting and leading other photographers. The B...

As an entrepreneur, it's not often that we hear conversations around how to prepare for pregnancy, motherhood, and even loss. Martha Swann-Quinn joins us to share how she started her personal project, Portraits of Loss, Love and Motherhood, to bring awareness and community to those who have experienced pregnancy loss. Listen to episode 445 as Martha shares how she experienced two miscarriages of h...

Do you struggle to turn your inquiries into paying clients? Implementing a simple booking workflow in your Customer Relationship Manager (CRM) could increase your bookings while improving your overall client communication. In episode 444 of the Bokeh Podcast, Colie James joins us to share how she uses her CRM to not only book the clients, but create consistent communication from inquiry to final d...

Are digital products right for your business? Whether you're looking to build an additional revenue stream or build up your educational offerings, there are a few things to consider when it comes to digital products! In episode 443 of the Bokeh Podcast, Nicola Dixon is sharing the primary reasons to add digital products to your business, how to decide if they're right for you, and how to overcome...

After an amazing conversation at this year's Photo Cookout Conference with Cat Williams, I knew she was a perfect guest for the podcast! If you're ready to take your customer service experience to the next level, listen in as Cat shares a powerful concept that will ensure you're approaching your customer service strategy with intention! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by  Photographer’s E...

We live in an entrepreneurial space where our income options are limitless when we decide to diversify our revenue streams! In episode 441 of the Bokeh Podcast, Sam Hurd joins us to share how to approach a diversifying your income and the questions to consider when planning for a a potential revenue stream. The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by  Photographer’s Edit : Custom Editing for...

Organization—it's a word most creatives hate. We're here to tell you that it doesn't have to be a bad word and it isn't just for nerds. In episode 440 of the Bokeh Podcast, Tracy Moore shares how organization can make a powerful and positive impact on your efficiency in business. Listen in as she shares the benefits of her favorite systems and softwares! The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by&nbsp...

We've talked about the variety of ways you can advertise and market your photography business on the Bokeh Podcast. We've even shared how to set up Google Ad Campaigns in previous episodes,. In today's episode, our special guest, Yaneck Wasio, joins us for another episode to share how to design an effective Google Ad Campaign that converts! Listen in as he guides us through 5 principals to a stron...

Your photography style can define so much of what you become in your photography business. In episode 438 of the Bokeh Podcast, we're joined by Jenny Losee to discuss her approach to a session, along with how it impacts her style of photography. Listen in as Jenny shares how she got started in photography and came to develop her own unique style of photography. The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you...

We've heard the importance of optimizing your website for search engines, but are you taking advantage of Google My Business? Our producer, Haylee Gaffin comes out from behind the scenes to explain how setting up her Google My Business listing has increased website traffic, bookings, and overall profit for her photography studio! Listen in as she walks us through the detailed process of setting up...

At some point in the last eight months, you've probably questioned why you decided to become an entrepreneur. We know that keeping your small business afloat during COVID hasn't been easy. Brandon Wong of Photo Booth Supply Co joins us for his second episode of the Bokeh Podcast to explain how COVID impacted his business, and the shifts he made to continue to stay profitable. Listen in as he descr...

Sales aren't your forte, huh? We get it! Like most photographers, your heart is probably in the craft of your work, not the sales process. What if you could master the art of up-selling your services, without having to be salesy? In episode 435 of the Bokeh Podcast, McKenzie Bigliazzi joins us to share about developing an intentional contact form, designing custom client guides, and utilizing a dy...

Combining light sources can lead to extremely powerful images, but the technique requires a level of comfort and experience for proper execution! I recently saw Drae Brown post a few images on Facebook of a stunning portrait session where he combined flash and a gorgeous sunrise to highlight his model. The image was so well-lit that I knew I needed to bring him on the show to share how he managed...

As entrepreneurs, we know that running a business can be tough, but what happens when your health is a factor in how you run that business? In episode 433 of the Bokeh Podcast, Emilie Steinmann joins us to share her experience in running a successful business while managing a chronic illness. Listen in as she shares three key ideas that will enable you to grow your business no matter what obstacle...

Are you taking the appropriate steps to ensure your website is optimized for search rankings? In episode 432 of the Bokeh Podcast, Corey Potter and Dylan Howell of Fuel Your Photos join us to explain how search engine optimization works in favor of photographers. Listen in as they share tools and steps to optimize your website content for search engine optimization (SEO)! The Bokeh Podcast is brou...

Have you set your mini sessions up to be as profitable as your regular sessions? In episode 431 of the Bokeh Podcast, Rebecca Rice joins us to break down how she's structured her mini sessions to allow her to successfully up-sell additional digitals after the session! Listen in as she shares four steps to successful mini sessions, along with how to approach your marketing strategy. The Bokeh Podca...

In light of recent events, we've seen a positive shift in the approach our industry is taking when it comes to inclusivity, diversity, and equality. We've posted on social media, we've marched, but now what? In episode 430 of the Bokeh Podcast, Ashley Canay joins us to discuss the responsibility we have in continuing the fight for equality, along with ways we can support the movement. The Bokeh Po...

What if I told you that your copywriting could be amplified by answering four simple questions? In episode 429 of the Bokeh Podcast, Kaitlin Senter, conversion copywriter and strategist, joins us to discuss the importance of copy and conversion on all mediums in your business. Listen in as she shares the four questions to ask yourself to take your copy to the next level! The Bokeh Podcast is broug...

Are you limiting yourself based on a belief that who you are is holding you back? In episode 428 of the Bokeh Podcast, Jordan Correces joins us to discuss how your identity is a myth. That's right—you can overcome the challenge of labels impacting your perception of you. Your identity is a myth. The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by  Photographer’s Edit : Custom Editing for the Professional...

Have you refined your brand position? In this special series called Brand Position Consultations, we explore developing unique brand positions with professional photographers. In episode 427 of the Bokeh Podcast, Tiffany Hix joins us to discuss how she should refine her brand position to highlight creating legacy items and artwork for families in Boise. The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by ...

Are you providing your couples with beautifully styled detail images from their wedding day? In episode 426 of the Bokeh Podcast, Stephanie Kase joins us to walk through her workflow for photographing details. Listen in as she also discusses how she educates her couples on what makes beautiful details shots and the role they play in the process. The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by  Photogr...

Are you heading into a busy and stressful season in your photography business? Maybe you're in the middle one now and need to relieve some of that stress. In episode 425 of the Bokeh Podcast, Glen Mitchell explains all of the factors in your life that impact your stress and how you can manage it. Listen in as he shares his passion for eliminating stress in your life through his Thrive Through Life...

Are you aware of the cash flow in your business or are you intimidated by your business finances? In episode 424 of the Bokeh Podcast, Courtney Wolf of Invision Events joins us to discuss the importance of familiarizing yourself with your business expenses, profit/loss statements, and bookkeeping so that you're aware of your cash flow. Listen in as she explains important terminology for business a...

Have you developed a solid foundation for success in your business? In episode 423 of the Bokeh Podcast, Milton Jackson, photographer and founder of PicSpotr joins us to share three big ideas that led him to creating a stronger business. Listen in as we talk more than just tools, softwares, and admin work, but take a deep dive into personalizing your business. The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you b...

Have you considered the impacts your business leaves on the environment? From where you're shooting to how you're sharing about it, you have more influence than you may think! In episode 422 of the Bokeh Podcast, Maddie Mae joins us to discuss how the Leave No Trace movement focuses on teaching the best practices we can follow to both enjoy and protect the outdoors simultaneously. Listen in as she...