The Rhea Whitney Podcast

Growing Emotional Resilience in your Business with Bryana Goode In this conversation, Rhea interviews Bryanna, a two-year Elevate coaching student and branding photographer, about her growth in business, mindset, and confidence. Bryanna shares how she transitioned from content creation to photography, built her skills, and shifted from a side hustle to a profitable business. Inside Elevate, she st...

If you're shooting nonstop, constantly editing, delivering galleries, and STILL wondering where your money went… this episode is for you! So many photographers think that more bookings automatically equals more income. But the truth is: being “busy” does NOT mean being profitable. In this video, we’re breaking down: • Why you’re fully booked but your bank account doesn’t show it • The hidden leaks...

Struggling to stay consistent with your marketing as a photographer? 😩 You’re not alone! And today, I’m showing you exactly how to fix it! In this episode of the Help Me Please series, I’m breaking down the real reason your marketing feels inconsistent and what to do to build the systems, strategy, and confidence you need to stay visible and booked. You’ll learn: 📸 Why consistency is the #1 fact...

Are you a photographer who hates showing your face online? Does the idea of talking on camera make you want to hide behind your lens even more?! You are NOT alone! And this week’s episode of Help Me Please is just for you! In this episode, I’m breaking down why hiding online is silently hurting your photography business… and how showing up with confidence (even imperfectly!) is the key to standing...

Are you a talented photographer who’s feeling completely disorganized behind the scenes? 😩 Maybe your client process lives in your head, your inbox is overflowing, or your invoices are all over the place. If any of this is you, this this video is your wake-up call! In this episode of my Help Me Please! series, I’m breaking down why being disorganized is keeping you stuck, loosing out on clients,...

Help Me Please! I Don’t Know How to Price Myself (Photography Business Series) Are your packages still capped at $500? 👀 If you’re working hard but still feel stuck, the real problem might be your pricing. Confident pricing attracts confident clients — and until you own your value, you’ll keep feeling overwhelmed, underpaid, and burnt out. In this video, I’m breaking down why underpricing is hold...

5 Mistakes Photographers Make That Keep Them Stuck (and How to Fix Them) In this episode Rhea breaks down the five most common mistakes experienced photographers make that keep them stuck in their business. Drawing from over a decade of photography and coaching experience, she emphasizes that success isn’t just about talent behind the camera, it’s equally about mindset, pricing strategy, mark...

Creating Premium Offers that Sell In this episode Rhea emphasizes the steep learning curve photographers face when transitioning from simply taking pictures to running a full-fledged business. Rhea's mission is to empower photographers to become confident business owners who can create premium-priced offers that truly sell. She outlines the mindset and strategic foundation needed to move beyo...

 Announcements vs. Marketing This week Rhea dives into the critical distinction between announcements and marketing for photographers. She emphasizes that simply announcing an offer or posting once or twice on social media isn’t true marketing. Real marketing, she explains, is an ongoing, strategic engine fueled by consistency, repetition, and connection. Ray encourages photographers to embra...

How to Align Your Energy for Business Success with Emily Aarons In this intimate and empowering podcast episode, Rhea Whitney sits down with energy healer and spiritual teacher Emily Aarons to unpack the deep intersection between spirituality, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. The two women reflect on their childhood passions—Emily’s early interest in spirituality and Rhea's lifelong love of...

  In this episode, Rhea dives into the concept of a marketing ecosystem, what it actually means, how content plays a vital role, and why relying on just one platform is limiting your business growth. She breaks down the different moving parts of a well-rounded visibility strategy and challenges the common narrative that “social media doesn’t work.” Instead of thinking in absolutes, Rhea urges...

In this exciting 50th episode, we dive into everything you need to know about the upcoming Photography Summer School: Content Edition . After the success of last year's program, this year’s summer school is expanded to six weeks and fully focused on helping photographers become confident and strategic content creators. With marketing and digital media evolving rapidly in 2025, this edition is buil...

Breaking the Rules of Photography with Sandra Coan  In this episode, Rhea sits down with award-winning photographer, educator, and best-selling author Sandra Coan to talk about her inspiring journey from kindergarten teacher to full-time photographer and industry leader. The two hit it off immediately after meeting at Imaging USA, and this episode captures the warmth, wisdom, and sh...

  The Pivot After Burnout with Angela of Social Templates Co. In today’s episode, Rhea is joined by Angela of Social Templates Co., a creative entrepreneur who made a bold pivot after burnout. Angela shares how she started her photography business at 19, balanced motherhood, and ran her creative business full-time—until the hustle caught up with her. She opens up about hitting a wall, selling...

10 lessons I’ve learned in the last 10 years as a FT business Owner Feeling unseen or overwhelmed while building your creative business? You’re not alone. The journey of entrepreneurship—especially as a Black woman creative—is full of silent battles and behind-the-scenes moments that rarely get shared. When you're the go-to person, the visionary, the strong one, where do you go when it gets hard?...

Why You Need A CRM System Now Feeling disorganized in your business? A CRM (Customer Relationship Management) system can be the game-changer you need to bring structure, clarity, and professionalism to your workflow. Whether you're juggling multiple clients, trying to keep track of conversations, or managing scattered documents, a CRM helps you centralize everything in one place. It makes it easie...

How to Choose the Right Coach or Mentor for your Business The truth about finding the right coach for your business? It’s not about chasing the biggest name or the flashiest results. It’s about alignment. Clarity. And finding someone who truly understands the season of business you’re in — and knows how to help you navigate what’s next. For years, Rhea built her photography business from the groun...

How to Know if You’re Ready to Go “Pro” 2024 was the year you honed your craft, built your portfolio, and gained confidence behind the camera. But 2025? This is the year you finally go pro. The demand for creative photographers is higher than ever — but talent alone won’t get you booked out and paid your worth. The difference between staying stuck as a “hidden gem” and becoming a fully booked, ful...

Live at Imaging 2025 10 years ago, Rhea picked up a camera with nothing but passion and a dream. Fast forward to 2025, and she's built a thriving wedding and portrait photography business that not only supports her lifestyle but allows her to coach and empower other photographers to do the same. But Rhea's journey wasn’t built on luck — it was built on intention, strategy, and a relentless commitm...

My 2025 Plan 2024 tested our resilience as creative photographers, pushing us to our limits and demanding innovation in the face of uncertainty. But 2025? This is the year that we are shifting from survival to thriving. The seeds of our hard work, persistence, and passion planted in the past are now ready to bear fruit, laying the foundation for a photography business that doesn’t just sustain but...

Running a successful photography business goes far beyond capturing beautiful moments; it also requires a solid grasp of your finances to thrive year-round. Working with an accountant can help you sidestep costly tax errors, track your spending, and stay compliant, reducing the risk of audits. In this special episode, we are joined by Keila, the founder of Little Fish Accounting, who brings over 1...

Mastering effective marketing and business skills is often the secret behind a photographer’s success. A great photographer knows how to attract leads, close deals, and build lasting client relationships. Yet, many photographers struggle with the same issues: giving too much to clients who don’t return, feeling lost on how to showcase their work on social media, or battling procrastination and sel...

Are you a photographer who overthinks every decision, picking up and dropping ideas, only to feel stuck with no real progress? Sometimes, it is not the lack of a good business model, marketing, or network that holds you back but rather the emotional and psychological hurdles in your own mind. If this sounds familiar, this episode with Denisha might be just what you need. Many photographers struggl...

In this special episode, Rhea shares her insights on the essential differences between being a photographer and a CEO. She discusses key challenges that photographers face, from pricing strategies to financial management, and explains why these are critical to achieving long-term success. Rhea highlights the "Elevate Group Coaching Program," designed to support photographers in leveling up th...

From Passion to Pro with Kimberly Burton Are you ready to turn your passion into a thriving business? The path from pursuing a hobby to building a successful career often requires more than just talent; it takes dedication, a clear vision, and the ability to market your skills effectively. Creating a business with purpose means aligning what you love with the needs of your audience while staying t...