Quianna Marie Weekly

As we round out 2022, I thought it would be fun to share some of the most asked questions that I have received this year. These range from professional and business-related, to the super juicy and personal. I’m sharing my best tips for wedding photographers and all creatives, and hoping to leave you feeling inspired and motivated for the new year.  Today’s episode is brought to you by The Gre...

You’ve accomplished way more than you may think this year, and it’s time to celebrate! In today’s episode, I’m sharing five content-generating ideas to help you share all about this last year. These suggestions will help you to not only shine online, but to truly pause and celebrate your life and your business as it was in 2022.  Today’s episode is brought to you by The Green House, my resour...

It’s my birthday eve! For today’s episode, I thought it would be fun to share 35 of my favorite things in honor of my 35th birthday. My hope is that you get to know me a bit better and enjoy a break from the more business-heavy and content-driven episodes. If any of these things would make your list as well, please reach out and let me know! On Quianna Marie Weekly, we're chatting about business g...

Should going viral be your goal? In today’s episode, I’m diving into why going viral isn’t always profitable, and sharing a few examples of reels that have actually helped my business thrive. Plus, I am announcing the launch of my free content creation challenge AND the Shine Online Wedding Photography Content Mastermind! On Quianna Marie Weekly, we're chatting about business growing pains, findin...

The holiday season is here, and it is time to consider how meaningful it can be to gift your photographs to friends, family, and loved ones. Maybe you’re not exactly sure the best way to share your photos or to stay within your budget. In today’s episode, I’m going to share a handful of creative, unique, and priceless gifts for every budget that you can share this season to last a lifetime. ...

Many of us may believe that becoming an entrepreneur is simply the flip of a switch; that one day we decide to quit our day jobs and the next we are full time in the wedding industry. However, I’m here to break the news that entrepreneurship is actually a never-ending journey filled with mindset shifts, daily actions, mistakes and failures, and plenty of wins as well. In today’s episode, I’m shari...

As a photographer and business owner, it can be so difficult to see a past client, friend, or even family member working with another photographer. In today’s episode, I’m here to remind you how incredible you are in the way you’re showing up for your business, even if every single opportunity doesn’t come your way. My hope is that our conversation today will leave you feeling empowered, validated...

We're bound to make mistakes—It’s inevitable, we’re human. In over 15 years of photographing weddings, I can of course say that I’ve made my fair share. In today’s episode, I’m disclosing 10 of the biggest mistakes that I’ve made on wedding days with the hope that you can learn from them. I’m here to support you; use this as your guide for how to better prepare and prevent these situations at your...

How do we become the local favorite photographer? Do we measure our success based on who has booked the most weddings, has the highest reviews, or has the most followers? No matter what you want to achieve as a wedding photographer, I’m here to let you in on a few key steps you can take to bring opportunities, growth, and local awareness right to your door.  Today’s episode is brought to you...

As a business owner, how amazing would it be to have a tribe of super fans that look forward to working with you again and again? In today’s episode, I’m sharing my favorite way to show appreciation for your clients in order to grow your connection and make sure they always have you top of mind. You'll learn how and why you should be sending snail mail to your clients, plus exactly what to send as...

Is your business legally legit? So many of us start our businesses with no real knowledge of what we’re supposed to do when it comes to setting up the legal side of things. That’s why I’m so excited to chat today with Paige Griffith of The Legal Paige—she is going to be your legal bestie with all of the resources you could need, no matter what stage your business is in.  Today’s episode is br...

Are you taking care of yourself? As wedding photographers, we are gearing up for the busiest season of the year and I want to make sure you’re feeling all the self-love and appreciation that you truly deserve. In this episode, I’m sharing tips on ways you can show up for yourself in both your business and your personal life during this final quarter of 2022.  On Quianna Marie Weekly, we're ch...

If your laptop gets drenched in water, do you have a plan? That’s exactly what happened to mine last week, and let me tell you - I am so glad I had a system already in place. In this episode, I’m diving into all of the different apps, programs, and back-up devices I use to ensure that my business is 100% replaceable when technology fails. Let’s be proactive together and make sure you are prepared...

Hey babe, social media marketing doesn’t have to be hard. I’m here to tell you that it can be done in a way that is both fun and strategic AND most importantly helps your business to grow. Today I am sharing my best social media key tips and the five different types of people you should be creating content for.  On Quianna Marie Weekly, we're chatting about business growing pains, finding gen...

You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or even excited as this wedding season gets into full swing. Before you get ready for that next wedding, I want you to feel confident, prepared, and honestly more than ready to step into your power and serve your couples. Today, we are diving into ten things to do to prepare to show up as your absolute best for your next wedding. Today's episode is brought...

What does it mean to pivot in your business? In today’s episode, I’m diving deep into how you can be more strategic with your offers and grow your business no matter what challenges may come your way. I’m here to not only cheer you on, but to give you solid education, action lists, and encouragement in order to help your business pivot and thrive through every season.  Today's episode is brou...

Your business is like a garden: we start from just a tiny seed, and we need all the sunlight, soil, and rain to bloom. Just like a garden, your business will experience seasons throughout the year and throughout your lifetime. After over 15 years of going through ALL the seasons myself, I am so pumped to introduce you to The Green House: The Resource Garden For Photographers. This new shop is desi...

Welcome back to another episode of Quianna Marie Weekly. We did it! Thank you for listening and supporting my first ever series, Amplify Your Weddings, on this passion podcast. Over the last few months, I had the honor of interviewing some of my favorite people and business experts as well as dropping educational episodes to help you build your confidence as a wedding photographer and to help your...

Hey babe! Welcome back to another episode in the Amplify Your Weddings series. Today we are going to be chatting all about styled shoots and why they are so important for your business. There are so many strategies you can use to make the most out of a styled shoot and grow your connections. So today I am diving into my key tips for styled shoots, including how to find them and exactly WHY they ar...

Hey beautiful! Welcome back to another episode in the Amplify Your Weddings series. My guest today happens to be one of my longtime besties in the industry, Vanessa Hicks. Vanessa is an incredible photographer, educator, and marketing genius. I am so excited to chat with Vanessa about all things SEO and blogging, plus how we as small business owners can make ourselves even more magnetic to our dre...

Hello, beautiful! I am beyond honored and grateful to introduce you to today’s guest, one of my besties in the wedding industry: Ty Z. Wilson! Ty is a wedding photographer in Seattle, Washington who documents loving couples in a beautiful, vibrant, and genuine way. I am so excited to chat with Ty today about creating a more inclusive and LGBTQ+ friendly business. We are going to dive right into th...

Welcome back to another episode of Quianna Marie Weekly! I am so thankful that you’re here as we continue the Amplify Your Weddings series. Today we are diving into Instagram stories: why you should be sharing them, what exactly you should be sharing, and how you can use them strategically to truly amplify your weddings and your business. Insta stories are amazing for engagement, plus we can use t...

Welcome back to another episode in the Amplify Your Weddings series! For today’s episode, I am diving into the FAQs (frequently asked questions) that I believe are so important to have on your website. I am going to break down the questions themselves, why they should be readily available on your website, and how to use them to amplify your business across your online presence. Having the answers...

Hello beautiful! These last few episodes in the Amplify Your Weddings series have been so fun as I’ve been introducing industry leaders, professional photographers, and business owners in order to help you increase your revenue, your brand awareness, and your sanity as you juggle all the things. In this quick episode, I’m excited to chat with you all about rocking your next wedding fair. I’ll be s...

Today I have the amazing Erinn Bridgman joining me to talk about building wealth as entrepreneurs. Erinn is a money strategist and mindset coach who helps entrepreneurs get a grasp on their numbers. We are going to discuss why it is so important to know those numbers, get organized, and become clear on your personal and business goals. As Erinn says - wealthy women will change the world! Review th...