Passion With Purpose - Photography Podcast, Creative Business, Six Figure Photographer

THIS is the episode to listen to before your next wedding, photoshoot, or event. Pre-wedding jitters? Listen to this episode. Feeling a bit "meh" about the work? Listen to this episode. Just not super exited to drive there? THIS EPISODE. Wedding photographers and lifestyle photographers alike, this one's for you. I got some huge, encouraging, and practical perspective shifts for you today. Get all...

If you feel like you're doing everything right but still aren't seeing inquiries, this episode is for you. I've been there, and I want to tell you why it hasn't all clicked yet. • Why marketing can feel like it's not working • The power of slow, consistent growth • Building know, like, and trust • Why you could be "Three Feet from Gold" without knowing it. Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: THE...

Feeling burnt out in your photography business? Booking wedding photography left and right, but feeling like you're running on empty because of how much you have to book to reach yout goals? Worried that RAISING your prices is just greedy? In this live coaching session, I sit down with wedding photographer Dana Mann to talk about overbooking, fear around charging more, and how to build a sustainab...

Is pursuing money wrong for a Christian? Do you feel a nagging GUILT for wanting to raise your prices, or build wealth? Let's talk about it. I share my personal journey, unpack key biblical passages, and explore the difference between stewarding wealth and loving it. Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINT Questions about the Business Blueprint? Email info@nathanchanski.co to a...

Is getting the shot "for Instagram" a bad thing? Is taking BTS content at a wedding unprofessional? In this episode, I’m tackling a topic that’s been making waves in the photography industry: should you create for your clients or for your marketing? I share why great client service and great marketing aren’t competing priorities. They can actually strengthen each other when approached with wisdom...

If you've ever felt ready for the next level in business but struggled with the confidence to step into it, this episode is for you. In this live coaching call, I sit down with photographer Taylor as we unpack the mindset shifts needed to move from mid-priced weddings into the high-end market. Together, we explore confidence, sales, self-belief, and what it takes to stop standing in your own way....

And now for a bit of HOPE surrounding this topic. In this episode, I share the “Heart Nate” side of the AI conversation and why I don’t believe creativity, artistry, or human connection are disappearing anytime soon. • Why people are rejecting certain AI experiences • The growing demand for authenticity and human connection • What creatives should focus on in the AI era • Why I believe human value...

TikTok isn’t just for trends anymore... it’s becoming one of the biggest opportunities photographers have to get real inquiries and real bookings. In this episode, I sit down with wedding photographer LaRita Fisher to talk about how TikTok completely changed her business and became responsible for 50% of her bookings. • Using TikTok to attract ideal clients • Educational content that actually gets...

In this episode, photographers Kristy & Vic Arias share how they went from questioning whether they’d need full-time jobs again to completely reigniting their business and doubling their income in just six months of being in the Business Blueprint coaching program. We talk about faith, marriage, parenting, business burnout, and how showing up authentically changed everything for them. • Losing...

If you’ve ever felt stuck in the “middle” with your pricing, this episode will challenge everything you think you know. I break down the truth about the so-called dead zone and what’s actually happening beneath the surface. In this episode, I unpack pricing psychology, client behavior, and how to position yourself to attract the right people. Why price is never just a number The different client t...

Imagine a wedding videographer who goes all-in on alignment, niching down, and grows to $300K+ in a year... Meet Frankie, one of my Business Blueprint coaching students. In this episode, I sit down with Frankie from Salt Shaker Films (one of my Business Blueprint students) who completely transformed his business. From $80–90K on the side, to turning down the wrong clients for him (even to the tune...

That moment an inquiry hits your inbox? That’s your best chance to book, and most photographers mess it up. In this episode, I give you a simple system to turn inquiries into paying clients with confidence. Respond quickly while they’re excited Personalize without overdoing it Give one clear next step Use urgency honestly Follow up like a pro This is how you stop losing leads. ⭐️ Get the Free Inq...

AI is here...and whether we like it or not, it’s about to reshape the photography industry in a big way. In this episode, I’m breaking down what I see coming and how you can stay ahead without losing what makes your work human. I’m not here to hype AI. I’m here to prepare you. Because the photographers who adapt wisely will be the ones who win. • AI and the future of post-production • Scaling your...

Have you ever felt like you’re getting plenty of photography inquiries… but struggling to actually get people on a consult call? In this episode, I coach Lacey through closing that exact gap so she can turn more leads into booked clients. We break down where her process is leaking and how to fix it fast. • Why inquiry → call is the real bottleneck • How to instantly improve your confirmation page...

Where is your breakthrough? I’ve asked that question too, and today, I have a challenge AND encouragement for you. I’m diving into what it really means to be faithful with what you’ve been given, and why sometimes the delay you’re feeling is true spiritual development. I’ve lived through seasons of waiting, and I can tell you: nothing is wasted. God isn’t just here to build your business, He’s bui...

What if the resistance I feel is actually confirmation I’m on the right path? In this first Business Bible Study, I unpack Nehemiah and what it looks like to keep building even when fear shows up. I walk through Nehemiah’s story and share how opposition, doubt, and pressure often follow calling—and why that’s not a sign for me to stop, but to stay focused and keep going. If I’m in a season of doub...

What if your photos aren’t the reason clients aren’t booking you as a photographer? In this episode, we unpack the overlooked factor that truly drives client booking decisions—how people feel around you. I dive into why personality, presence, and connection often outweigh skill, and how you can intentionally grow in this area to book more clients and show up with confidence. • Why clients choose b...

Your words are either helping photography clients book… or quietly pushing them away. In this episode, I break down common phrases photographers say during inquiries and sales conversations that actually hurt bookings—and what to say instead to create clarity, urgency, and confidence. You’ll learn how small tweaks in your wording can dramatically improve your booking process. In this episode: • Wh...

What do you do when a health crisis takes over your business and more importantly - nearly your whole life? Eric Hillestad was 25 years old when his lungs began filling with blood. Doctors eventually placed him on ECMO — the most advanced life support available. Many people don’t survive it. Eric did. After weeks in the hospital, he had to relearn how to walk, breathe, and speak. He missed months...

Peyton Helm (Meta Ads WIZARD) and I getting real about what’s changing in the wedding industry in 2026 . If you’ve noticed more ghosting, more hesitation, tighter budgets, and a whole lot more “shopping around”… you’re not crazy. Peyton breaks down what he’s seeing across hundreds of photographers and filmmakers — and what to do about it. We talk about the shift toward trust + transparency , how t...

If you’ve felt heavy lately… distracted… angry… stuck in the scroll - you’re not alone. But what if the world doesn’t need more consumers right now? What if it needs CREATORS? In this episode, I share why some of history’s greatest artists created their most meaningful work in the middle of chaos, and why your small, everyday work might matter more than you think. Put the phone down. Pick the work...

"I’m giving myself one more year… and if by the start of 2026 this is still literally going nowhere… maybe this isn’t what I’m supposed to be doing." That's what Olivia Tarkowski (today's guest) said to her husband in January of 2025. Good grief did her story take a turn! Today, I'm joined by Business Blueprint student named Olivia, a wedding photographer who went from struggling to book consisten...

Today I’m sitting down with Josh and Lily of McKinley Made Photo & Film (Wedding Photographer and Videographer team), Business Blueprint students who went from being overworked, underpriced, and stretched thin — to breaking $200K in a year as a photo + video duo. We talk honestly about what actually changed: raising prices, refining their client experience, rebuilding confidence, investing bef...

You asked, and I answered on this Q&A episode. In this rapid-fire Q&A, I’m tackling the real questions photographers are thinking but rarely say out loud: family discounts , industry haters , how to get in with planners , personal branding beyond Instagram , and how to create boundaries when you’re booking months out . We also go into some juicy stuff: politics + pressure, sharing faith in...

The phrases "I want higher end clients" or "how do I get better clients?" or "more luxury clients" are all common phrases these days in the photography industry. Let's unpack those phrases, what they do (or do not do) for your business, and how you can actually achieve the ideal clients in your inbox. ⭐️Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...