Nathan Chanski - Photography Business Coach

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

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If you're an aspiring wedding photographer or established creative business entrepreneur and you’re looking for value-packed photography education, wisdom, and real talk about how to run your biz, this is the place for you! I’m a wedding photographer/business coach who went from quitting my 9-5 to pursue full-time photography, started out making less than a thousand per wedding to booking six figs/year, and learning SO much along the way that I'm bursting at the seams to share with you. See you right here twice week (M & W) and hit that subscribe/follow button so you never miss a thing!

Author

Nathan Chanski - Photography Business Coach

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Business

Podcast website

www.nathanchanski.co

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

The underrated way to make your brand stand out... 25.08.2025

How do you make your business stand out amidst a sea of other businesses out there doing the same thing as you? How do you do your work so good, and make such an impression, that people say to you "we HAVE to have you as our photographer."? That's what this episode is about. There's a massively underrated, but effective way to do this (that might surprise you)... ⭐️Nathan’s Signature Coaching Pro...

Photography isn't "telling their story"...it's telling yours. (with Miles Witt Boyer) 20.08.2025

I'm very excited to have Miles Witt Boyer with me today. Miles is a wedding photographer based in Arkansas who has done photography in 40+ states and 15 countries. Let's get into it! ⭐️Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⭐️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📄⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get my FREE Inquiry Email Response Template HERE.⁠📄⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

How they went from making $35k/year to $125k in 6 months. (Student Spotlight with Kyle and Olivia Herzberg) 13.08.2025

Today, I have special guests Kyle & Olivia Herzberg, of Ivory Creek Photography who are a husband & wife photography team and have been part of my coaching program, the Business Blueprint. You're going to love their story of going from ~$35k per year to $125k in just SIX MONTHS. This episode tells all about how they did it. REGISTER FOR THE FREE BRANDING WORKSHOP ⭐️Nathan’s Signature Coac...

Stop making these mistakes on your website! 06.08.2025

I'm breaking down mistakes I see made OVER AND OVER on websites (that are costing you clients and bookings), and how to fix them! I've looked through countless websites from creatives and photographers and videographers, and this is what I keep seeing. REGISTER FOR THE FREE BRANDING WORKSHOP ⭐️Join the Waitlist for Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINT⁠...

Should you offer one, or multiple types of photography? 30.07.2025

The big question: should you offer MULTIPLE types of photography? ...or just stick with one? ...or two? Beyond just giving you a "should" or "should not" that doesn't give you a reason, I'd like to empower you (with this episode) to just make that decision for yourself. I do have very strong belief one way over another, and it's because I want to make things as easy as possible for you to succeed....

The "48Hr Magic Window" of wedding photography. 28.07.2025

Another 10 Minute Monday Episode! "What the heck is a 48 Hr Magic Window of wedding photography??" you ask. You're about to find out, and I hope you can never unhear it once I tell you about it. It's one of the biggest MOMENTS of your marketing machine you have as a wedding photographer - so use it! REGISTER FOR THE FREE BRANDING WORKSHOP ⭐️Join the Waitlist for Nathan’s Signature Coaching Progra...

They booked ~$60k/month from Meta Ads. HOW? (Student Spotlight with Benji & Miriam Salar) 23.07.2025

I'm here today with Benji & Miriam Salar of Salar Media. They are a photo/video duo team who have been in my coaching program, the Business Blueprint. They have had a very particular journey especially incorporating paid ads into their marketing ecosystem. Let's get into it and hear from them! REGISTER FOR THE FREE BRANDING WORKSHOP ✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST ON...

5 ways to make MORE money in your photography business. (from YouTube) 16.07.2025

Want to learn how to make more money with the photography clients and inquiries you're ALREADY getting? That's what this episode is about. I've got five ways for you. REGISTER FOR THE FREE BRANDING WORKSHOP ✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST ON APPLE PODCASTS!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Click the link, scroll down to where it says “Ratings & Reviews” and click the smal...

You don't need to be the "best friend" photographer. 14.07.2025

10 MINUTE MONDAY EPISODE! Yes this is a brand new kind of episode! I'm calling these 10 Minute Mondays. Quick-hit, 10 minute (ish) episodes for you to start off your week. Today we're talking about the "best friend" photographer. Or... that you don't need to be the "best friend" photographer. Just do this instead... (press playyy and find out) ⭐️Join the Waitlist for Nathan’s Signature Coaching P...

Is your Instagram engagement low too? 09.07.2025

Welcome back! Today we're going to be talking about Instagram engagement. I've been hearing complaints that Instagram isn't working like it used to... Or even that social media in general isn't working like it used to! I'd like to offer you some encouragement & also some strategies from my own personal "playbook", so let's get into it! 🌟Subscribe to my YouTube Channel!🌟 ✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK H...

Pivoting from Weddings to Seniors, and booking 5 fig months! (Student Spotlight with Kristen Sparshott.) 02.07.2025

Today we're going to be talking to Kristen Sparshott, a photographer in Maryland. She's been in my coaching program, the Business Blueprint and I've been able to watch her build her business in a unique way. Kristen used to shoot weddings but now she's pivoted to (high school) senior photography! Let's hear all about how she's done it! 🌟Subscribe to my YouTube Channel!🌟 ✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE...

Quit your 9-5 and feeling scared? This is for you. (Live coaching call with Hayden Litteral) 25.06.2025

Today we have another live coaching call with Hayden Litteral who formerly has been a part-time photographer but is making the decision to go full-time as a photographer! She quit her day job and is ready to make the transition. Let's chat with Hayden! Submit your question to ask Nate on the show!! 🌟Subscribe to my YouTube Channel!🌟 ✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST ON AP...

Are styled shoots controversial? 18.06.2025

On today's episode we're going to be talking all about styled shoots! I posted a reel on Instagram about me advocating for people who do styled shoots and advocating for styled shoots themselves. Some people agreed and some people disagreed with me but either way I'd love to expand on my take here! Let's get into it. 🌟Subscribe to my YouTube Channel!🌟 ✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIE...

I cut my work hours in half. Here's how... 11.06.2025

Today I want to talk about the amount of hours that I work per week and how it's massively shifted this year in comparison to 2024! I'd love to explain how I've done this... Let's get into it! 🌟Subscribe to my YouTube Channel!🌟 ✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST ON APPLE PODCASTS!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Click the link, scroll down to where it says “Ratings & Revi...

A discussion on marketing, sales, and faith with Brooke Jefferson 04.06.2025

Today I have guest Brooke Jefferson who is a family photographer in Oklahoma as well as a photography business coach. I'm really excited for you to hear all that we're going to cover today! So let's get into it! 🌟Subscribe to my YouTube Channel!🌟 ✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST ON APPLE PODCASTS!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Click the link, scroll down to where it says...

Want to charge luxury prices? Do THIS. (with Rachael Johanson) 28.05.2025

Today I have the privilege of introducing you to Rachael Johanson who works specifically in the luxury personal branding space. If you're a photographer interested in the high-end wedding luxury space and wanting to take a step up in the industry, this one's for you! Let's get into it. 🌟Subscribe to my YouTube Channel!🌟 ✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST ON APPLE PODCASTS!...

Get rid of THIS photography package. (from YouTube) 21.05.2025

Today's episode is actually a recording of one of my recent YouTube videos! So many photographers are offering a certain package that simply isn't serving them or their clients best. The sooner you can get rid of it, the better. Let's get into it! 🌟Subscribe to my YouTube Channel!🌟 ✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST ON APPLE PODCASTS!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Click the...

Raised their prices... now buying a house? (Student Spotlight with Abby & Michael Smithers.) 14.05.2025

Today I have Abby & Michael Smithers of Honest Hearts. They've been part of my coaching program, the Business Blueprint, and what an honor it's been to have them! They do both photography & videography and I've seen their business absolutely rocket-launch! Listen in to hear their story and be inspired! 🌟Subscribe to my YouTube Channel!🌟 ✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW THE P...

Start running paid ads as a photographer. 07.05.2025

Today we're going to be talking about paid ads (Meta ads). I'm fired up about this topic and really think it can help photographers & business owners, especially those who are struggling with a volume of marketing that they would like to reach but haven't been able to reach before. I'd like to equip you - let's get into it! 🌟Subscribe to my YouTube Channel!🌟 ✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE TO RATE...

College student hits over $100k in year 1 of photography, with Paige Smith. (STUDENT SPOTLIGHT) 30.04.2025

Today I have a student from my Business Blueprint course joining me. Her name is Paige Smith and she's going to share her story of hitting a goal of $100k as a photographer; a goal that felt impossible at the beginning of the year (2024). I'm so excited to have you hear this one! Let's get into it. 🌟Subscribe to my YouTube Channel!🌟 ✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST ON AP...

Mindset, lifestyle, and advice for my younger self. (Answering your questions!) 23.04.2025

On today's episode I'm going to be answering questions that followers submitted to me on my Instagram story. I got a flood of incoming questions; smart questions! I'm very excited to go through & answer them today, so let's get into it! Submit your question to ask Nate on the show!! 🌟Subscribe to my YouTube Channel!🌟 ✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST ON APPLE PODCASTS...

How to grow beyond your first $100k. (Live Coaching Call with Blake Clover) 16.04.2025

Today's episode is another live coaching call with a guest from the show, similar to yourself, named Blake Clover who wants to take his business to the next level. I can't wait for you to hear! If you'd ever want to join me on Passion With Purpose and ask questions yourself scroll down to the link that says "submit your question to ask Nate on the show". We'd love to have YOU on the show! But for...

Accounting & bookkeeping your numbers as a photographer. 09.04.2025

On today's episode we're going to be talking about accounting, bookkeeping, numbers, & finances in your photography business. We often talk on this podcast about how to make money but we don't talk a ton about how to manage it. I want this episode to be as practical as possible because I've never done an episode about this before. 🌟Subscribe to my YouTube Channel!🌟 ✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE T...

The Truth About Growing A Thriving Wedding Business (from Peyton Helm's podcast) 02.04.2025

Today's episode originally aired on Peyton Helm's podcast where Peyton interviewed me. We talked about pricing, my philosophy on marketing, social media, mindset as a business owner and more! I thought I'd share the episode here on Passion With Purpose, so let's get into it! 🌟Subscribe to my YouTube Channel!🌟 ✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST ON APPLE PODCASTS!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

The best business books I've ever read (some of them). 26.03.2025

I've never done an episode talking about books that I really like and that have really influenced me and my career as an entrepreneur. Our own experiences are probably where we learn most, but for me my second source of greatest education and influence has come from reading books! I'd love to share with you some of the best ones I've read. Let's get into it! 🌟Subscribe to my YouTube Channel!🌟 ✍️...

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