Dangerous Creatives - A Photography and Creative Business Podcast

On this episode of the Dangerous Creatives podcast, Kristin delivers a short and sweet visibility workshop that packs a major punch. If you’re ready to book more dream clients, feel better about your slow-season income, and gain some easy tools to help keep your business flowing all year- this episode is for you! Get the checklist HERE ! Check Out the Mastermind ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dangerous Creatives Mastermind...

On today’s episode of the Dangerous Creatives podcast, Kristin talks with Katelyn Mallett who helps demystify the role that AI can play in your business. They walk through how to make Chat GPT work for you and talk about how, why, and when to use AI programs for everything from trip planning to photo editing, to course writing and more. If you have ever had questions or concerns about how AI fits...

This episode is all about the psychology of entrepreneurship and business, with photographer & creator of the Dangerous Creatives Podcast and Danger School (now Road to 100k Mastermind): Kristin Sweeting.  In this episode, we're talking about: • the 4 pillars of Danger School (now Road to 100k Mastermind), business coaching for creatives• abundance and motivation • mindset tips for leaders...

On this episode of the Dangerous Creatives podcast, Kristin talks with John Dolan, a highly decorated photographer whose career spans 30 years. They dive into the nuances of a decades-long career as a wedding photographer, the idea of taking risks to avoid burnout and find your strengths, and that keeping things fresh and sustainable over the years is found in the making of art, not just commerce....

Creative Photographer Marijka van Kuik joins Kristin for a live coaching call on this episode of the Dangerous Creatives podcast. She is right smack in the middle of a move to a new city and is preparing to rebuild her business in a way that can support her dreams and needs. They talk about raising prices, prioritizing yourself as a creative, and ways moving can actually build your business to be...

Multi-passionate creative, Jeffrey Madoff joins Kristin for an insightful conversation about the realities and lessons of entrepreneurship, the importance of relationship building, and what it takes to get started in the industry you really want to be in (spoiler: it doesn’t have to be as hard as you think!) B. Jeffrey Madoff is the founder of Madoff Productions, based in New York City. Jeffrey is...

Today, Neillie Butler from Mariée Ami joins Kristin to talk about the evolution of her business, and what it was like to go from $300 in the bank account to running a multi-million dollar wedding planning company with multiple team members. They talk about what business growth really looks like, finding their inner fire, and what it takes to build and sustain a business that delivers every time. ...

On this episode of the Dangerous Creatives podcast, Kristin is joined by Praise McKenna, a brand photographer and coach based in San Francisco. They chat all things branding, core values, and how to create a  personal and professional brand that keeps people coming back for more.  Praise Santos McKenna is the founder of the branding studio ComePlum and has a love for puns, pretty things, and peopl...

On this episode of the Dangerous Creatives podcast, Brittany from Brittany Elise Photography joins Kristin as they talk about how to transform your business through service-driven client experiences, in-person sales, building a team, beating income caps, and making real connections with your clients.  Brittany Elise is pioneering the full-service photographer movement teaching photographers how to...

Kassi has a booming wedding planning and bespoke bar service business but wants to make more while working less so she can spend more time with her family as her business thrives. On this episode of Dangerous Creatives, Kristin does a live coaching call to help Kassi figure out how to grow into and with her business. They talk about boosting profit margins, unexpected maternity leaves, and increas...

Today, academic turned photographer and podcast host Bobbi Barbarich joins us on the Dangerous Creatives Podcast. Together, Kristin and Bobbi explore the impact of gratitude, how to stop numbing and start experiencing life more fully, and the gift of staying curious. Bobbi has dedicated herself to storytelling and helping others nurture their confidence by facing their fears safely. She shares her...

Struggling to find the balance between flow and structure in your creative business? Spending too much time on menial tasks that you can't invest in growing your business? In this episode of the Dangerous Creatives Podcast, Kristin talks to Jen Madigan of Jen Madigan Creative and together they dig into the ways that systems, outsourcing, and automation can provide the structure and space you n...

Educate | Empower | Encourage Learning Library - Sign up HERE ! What is luxury? Can we be ourselves and still thrive in the luxury wedding industry? In this episode of the Dangerous Creatives podcast, Kristin, Julie Bunkley and Courtney Wolf from Invision Events dive into that exact question. They chat about creating luxury in your brand based on your values, understanding your client, and how emb...

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On this episode of the Dangerous Creatives podcast, we did a podcast swap with our friend and photographer/educator Ingvild Kolnes. Ingvild is based in Norway and shares her expertise on how to improve your website so it's working for you! She shares her story of the tweaks she's made to her own site in order to continuously bring in inquiries even when she's on vacation, as well as to...

On this episode of The Dangerous Creatives Podcast, Kristin chats with Ashley Blair, a TN based wedding and boudoir photographer. Ashley shares her journey of starting her business and rebuilding it in a more intentional way based on her core values, and how she ensures that she is working with the most aligned clients, including some questions she asks to determine if a potential client is a good...

Are you feeling nervous or overwhelmed about how you’ll survive the winter months of your business? In this episode, Kristin highlights 10 different ways to add revenue on top of your main income source. Having experienced income insecurity over the years, Kristin has created stability in her life and business by getting creative, learning new skills, and creating multiple streams of income. In se...

On today’s episode, Kristin does a live coaching call with a wedding photographer who has found wonderful success in the luxury market but feels a disconnect between her work and her passion. Ariel is a wedding photographer, mom, travel enthusiast, expert accountability partner, and friend who is ready to incorporate more of her passions into her work but feels as though she’s not enough of an exp...

In this episode of Dangerous Creatives, Miami wedding and family photographer Carolina Guzik joins Kristin to discuss actionable steps for boosting social proof and building trust with potential clients. Carolina shares expert tips on utilizing reviews, blogs, and features to eliminate social doubt and showcase your brand in a positive light. Listeners will learn the importance of perception and h...

On this episode of the Dangerous Creatives Podcast, Nate Grahek joins us to talk about all digital things marketing. Nate is the CEO of Sticky - a marketing company designed to help photographers book more clients. One of the hardest parts about growing a photography business is reaching and booking more clients. Some of the topics discussed include: the importance of clear and simplistic websites...

On today's episode Kristin is doing another live coaching call with a photographer who is looking to raise her prices. Katie is a portrait and family photographer located right outside of Atlanta who does photography on the side in addition to her full time job working in advertising sales. She has been in business for 12 years and has been hesitant to raise her prices with repeating past clie...

Do you feel like you're stuck in the "matrix" and want to reclaim your time and pursue work that you're truly passionate about? In this episode, we'll explore the five stages of creative business success, from starting a side hustle to sustained freedom and flexibility. Whether you're just getting started or looking to take your business to the next level, this episode is...

Today's podcast features a new segment where we will be sharing live coaching calls with our community! This episode features fellow photographer, Allison Lee, as Kristin coaches her through raising her prices. Allison is located in a small rural town on the border of Canada and she averages 26 weddings per year. Her goal is to raise her prices and take on less weddings to meet her financial g...

Brooke Schultz  joins Kristin on this episode to talk about one of Kristin's favorite topics which is multi-passionate creatives. Brooke defines herself as a multi-passionate creative person who is currently a family photographer, educator, musical writer, painter, magazine creator, and mother. As creatives we sometimes feel the societal push to stick to one creative niche without ever branchi...

Have you ever wondered what it's like to host, produce, or sell tickets to a photoshoot for a workshop or photography conference? We're back from one of our favorite conferences and we're sharing some of the behind the scenes and what to prepare for if you're ever wanting to host or produce your own ticketed styled shoot or event! Join our online course and business coaching commun...