The Business Focused Photographer Podcast
The Business Focused Photographer Podcast
Podcast Description
The podcast where creativity meets commerce in the world of photography. Hosted by Jill Smith, a seasoned family photographer, this show dives into the strategies and stories behind turning a passion for photography into a profitable business. Each week, Jill brings you actionable insights, from effective pricing and marketing to client relations and business innovation. Whether you're a budding photographer or looking to refine your business model, tune in to discover how to boost your creativity, increase your income, and transform your photographic passion into a thriving business.
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Content Themes
This podcast covers a variety of themes centered around photography business strategies, including pricing, marketing, and client relations. Episodes such as 'Blogging Strategies for Photographers' explore effective SEO techniques, while 'The Real Reason Photographers Quit' discusses the challenges of running a photography business. Episodes also focus on niche topics like photographing neurodivergent kids and boutique school photography, aiming to provide actionable advice and relatable stories.
The podcast where creativity meets commerce in the world of photography. Hosted by Jill Smith, a seasoned family photographer, this show dives into the strategies and stories behind turning a passion for photography into a profitable business. Each week, Jill brings you actionable insights, from effective pricing and marketing to client relations and business innovation. Whether you’re a budding photographer or looking to refine your business model, tune in to discover how to boost your creativity, increase your income, and transform your photographic passion into a thriving business.
Episode Title: The Magic in Monotony
Guest: Fiona Margo, Family Photographer & Marketing Educator, Bainbridge Island, WA
We Discuss:
The power of consistent marketing (and why it beats chasing trends)
How to market like a local—because that’s who’s booking you
Creative ways to stay inspired without jumping ship every other week
Why photographers need more strategy and less scrolling
What it means to run your business like a business
Tactical tips for getting into marketing ”flow”
Model calls that actually book clients
Why being a “service provider” doesn’t mean sacrificing your artistry
The seven-to-ten rule for marketing messages—and how most photographers give up too soon
Why your followers aren't your buyers (and why that’s okay)
The role of community, connection, and patience in a long-term marketing plan
TLDR: Fiona Margo shares her grounded, genius-level marketing advice for photographers who are tired of the hamster wheel. From leveraging your creative brain to setting up sustainable systems, Fiona helps photographers embrace the “boring” parts of business that actually lead to consistent bookings and long-term growth.
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