Fix my Biz! with Megan DiPiero

Is Facebook broken?!?  Used to be you could turn on an ad, let the leads flood in, and book your calendar solid. Fast forward to 2026... Things ain't looking so rosy!  ❌ Leads have dropped off a cliff. ❌ Those who DO inquire are ghosting. You're feeling desperate, dejected, and depressed and wondering how you'll ever turn things around. It's time to reclaim your marketing moj...

AI makes lots of promises... To business owners: You can speed your work flow. To customers: Get pretty pictures fast and cheap. To humans: I'll affirm you every step of the way. With assurances like these, it's no wonder so many are turning to ChatGPT and Claude to make life easier. But is ease all it's cracked up to be? And is perfection really the worthy goal we think it is? Accl...

As photographers we know… exposure don’t pay the bills! Yet it seems to everyone else (and sometimes even to ourselves) that if we just sign up to do a day of quickie photoshoots, we might just get the attention we need. Before you say yes to a day of cheap or free photos, watch this episode. You’ll learn how to attract the right clients and cement in their minds that YOU are the expert they need!...

Let's set the record straight. Working with your spouse does NOT need to ruin your marriage OR your career. Did you know over 20% of small businesses are family owned?  These businesses are often more profitable, more stable, and bring in more revenue growth than those owned by solo entrepreneurs. For women photographers in business, the stats get even better! A recent global report, 'De...

Worried the heyday of Facebook ads is over? Are you seeing plummeting conversion and ad performance too? What to do?  Where to turn next? Reading the tea leaves of the 2026 economy, Megan and her caller talk over the future of successful marketing.  Don't get caught unaware. Find out why YOU need to shift your attention now to marketing that delivers!  ----------------------------------------...

Megan takes a break from her busy week of calls to drop some knowledge and share a special invitation with you!  ------------------------------------------------------------------ Ready to skip the struggle?  Every week, business coach and bestselling author Megan DiPiero fields real questions from professional photographers and aspiring pros like you!  If you are ready to…        •  master pricin...

You’re kidding me right?! A $10,000 sale?!  I’ll bet you’re probably thinking you could NEVER have photography sessions like that. Or, if you did, you’d have to turn your marketing upside-down and find all new clients.  “My clients would never spend big”… …or would they?  Find out the missing ingredients that can help you reach new high sales, without saying goodbye to your fave people. Believe it...

The FOMO is real! Seems like all the high-end photographers are talking about adding makeup to photoshoots! But is this really necessary? Selling the makeup experience to a woman is one thing. But what do you do when there’s a guy in the session? …or a teenage boy? …or a child? Would they benefit from makeup too? If you’ve ever wondered how to get client buy-in on session upgrades like these, this...

Making the move from all-inclusive packages to In Person Sales can seem daunting.  • What changes will be expected?   • How will your client relationships shift?  • Will the rewards be worth it? • What’s the best way to push past fear? If you’ve been flirting with leveling up your service, this episode will serve up real talk with a side of courage.  Find out the secret to moving forward, even whe...

Ready for a marketing technique you can do in your pajamas with a baby on your lap? For many photographers, this year inquiries have been few and far between and it feels more difficult than ever to convert those leads—especially (it seems) in the newborn genre. Luckily, the solution to keep your calendar full is easier than you might suspect. In this episode, Megan helps a photographer overcome t...

Now that photography’s become a job, are you losing your passion and soul?  If you’ve been drowning in drudgery, consider this episode your life preserver!  There IS a way to leave the buzzkill behind and re-ignite what makes your heart happiest.  Watch as Megan guides her guest to find the REAL problem hiding in plain sight. Find out how to strengthen commitment with the simple and effective Pain...

Networking didn't just stress me out... it used to make me sick to my stomach and dripping with sweat-- like someone was about to push me off a skyscraper.  I learned how to kick that irrational fight-or-flight response to the curb. And now you can too. In this episode: • learn specific prompts to side-step small talk • make yourself unforgettable with easy-to-master mirroring • find 3 practi...

Working too many hours? But still can't seem to find enough time? As your photography business grows, you may be asking yourself: • How can I get more off my plate?  • Is now the time to hire? Megan will explain how she designs and constantly refines her ideal work week to unlock hidden hours.  SPOILER ALERT: you can make more money with less time than you're currently spending. Find out...

You've gone all-in on your photography career but the money still isn't flowing. Now you're running on fumes and wondering how to fuel your next marketing push.  Your gut is telling you to rein things in and pull back on outreach.  But is that the right move? In this episode, you'll hear some key money-mindset insights and practical suggestions to get business moving in the rig...

Want to grow your photography business to $1 Million in revenue?  • What will it take to get there?  • How will your business need to evolve? • And in the end, is it even worth it? As an entrepreneur, you get to build a career and a life you love. There are many paths to success. Join Megan and guest as we discuss the difference between being an "Artist Owner" and a "Developer Owner...

Every way you slice it the answer is clear-- you MUST charge more for your photography. So how come you feel so guilty charging big prices? Follow me in a few simple thought experiments to understand the world of pricing for profit. This episode will help you channel your empathy advantage to bring even more joy to your clients and to say yes to abundance. -----------------------------------------...

Grab a pen and paper because you're gonna have a page of notes to help you improve your photography networking game! Find out... 👉 top 3 keywords to guide your networking group selection 👉 common missteps that will put your relationship-building in jeopardy 👉 what it takes to build brand advocates 👉 bonus reading assignments to learn how to be even more likable Networking is easy when you...

"I know I need to talk to people to close the sale." But the fear of that phone call has stopped you dead in your tracks.  The good news is: you're not alone. And the even better news... you don't have to stay stuck!  Find out the secret to being the best conversationalist ever so that you and your client can actually ENJOY the call! In this episode, Megan explores the method a...

Is more square footage and the promise of convenience and ease, tempting you to upgrade your photography studio? I get it. Practically every photographer I know dreams of a bigger space. But before you sign that lease, let's make sure the math is mathing.  Tune in for the one simple formula you need to ensure your profitability. ----------------------------------------------------------------...

You're nearing the end of the most wonderful, connected discovery call when suddenly your portrait prospect drops the hammer:  "But I need to talk to my husband".  Or even: "Can you just send along the prices and I'll look it over?" What does this mean? Is she trying to get off the phone? Does she suddenly have cold feet? Did your prices scare her off? Or does she rea...

PROBLEM #1: You know you need to market more.  PROBLEM #2: When the heck are you supposed to do that?  If you're a mom trying to balance your professional photography career with being the full-time parent, you have a lot of demands on your time.  By setting the right priorities and listening to your boss (YOU!) it is possible to accomplish your family, personal, AND business goals. Find out...

Why would anyone pay $3000 for a photoshoot when they could spend $300? Stop racking your brain to find the right words to "educate" your client. Instead, just show it to sell it!  The difference can be felt when you lead with service first! Here's how. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Ready to skip the struggle?  Every week, business coach and best...

Suddenly you realize: 👉Being a portrait specialist isn't the silver bullet you had hoped for.  It happens to BOUDOIR specialists, MATERNITY portrait pros, and HEADSHOT experts. You know expanding to new genres has promise. But why is it so scary to change? ------------------------------------------------------------------ Ready to skip the struggle?  Every week, business coach and bestsellin...

Bookings are so dead you can't even GIVE 'EM away!   You've heard gifting sessions is the perfect way to build business. So why then are you having such a hard time getting people in the door?  In this episode you'll learn the ONE SIMPLE adjustment you need to make to turn things around.  ------------------------------------------------------------------ Ready to skip the strug...

When you’re a busy mom, running the household AND running a photography business can feel like an impossible task. There are never enough hours in a day. …or are there? By flipping the way you prioritize tasks, you can reclaim the time freedom you deserve. Bundled in this episode, you’ll discover Megan’s favorite time management craft project—and a much-needed reality smack!— to get your life back...