We've all heard those that fail to plan - plan to fail. We'll it's a new month and a new quarter. How's your planning going? April 2016 has 5 Friday's in it and 5 Saturday's. You will not see that in every month. Will you be taking more breaks in April with so many Friday's…
Read moreThink Different Than Other New Photographers: It’s Your Business, But Is It Sustainable?
The image to the left says "Think Different" and my goal for this blog post is for you to "Think Different" than a lot of photographers just starting out. There are a lot of photographers just getting started that will not be doing photography 5 years from now. Do you want that to be you?…
Read moreThe Business Of Photography – There Is No Magic Wand
It doesn't matter what your pricing is or how great your portfolio is, there is no way that any one photographer will be the right fit for every photography need even if it's an area that the photographer specializes in. Headshots, for example, are one of the key areas that I work in. I have found two…
Read moreTalking About Income In Photography: How Does That Make You Feel?
Whether it's photography or another career, it's only human nature to have various reactions to money discussions and many of them are not positive. Before I dive in deeper, let me set the record straight on my personal stand, I turn 50 this year. I started doing photography in High School in 1982. I am…
Read moreIt’s True! Professional Photography Gear Is Not A Requirement Of Being A Professional
One of the best ways to start an argument with most photographers is to start talking about gear like Canon vs. Nikon vs. Sony, Full Frame vs. Crop Sensor, Professional Photography Gear vs. Consumer Photography Gear and so on. But for the sake of this post, my focus will be on Professional Photography Gear vs.…
Read moreHelpful Tips To Starting Your Own Photography Business – Don’t Just Wing It!
There is not a shortage of photographers in the market place. But there is a shortage of photographers that know how to start a business right and run their photography business without making price their #1 competitive advantage by being the cheapest photographer in the market. Buying a $699 camera body and lens kit, getting…
Read moreFebruary Photography Business Checkup – How Are Things Going In 2016 So Far?
On January 16th, I posted a mid-January checkup about your 2016 photography marketing plan. Well, today is Friday, February 12th which means that it's 6 weeks into 2016 and only two full workweeks left in February. So to keep the motivation going, I think it's time for another checkup. Is 2016 shaping up like you…
Read morePhotographers Who Are Self Confident Do Better Than Those With Self Doubt
It's easy as a photographer to have self doubt especially when comparing your work and rates to other photographers who appear to be very succesful. However, self confidence comes from self motivation. That's right! You have to kick yourself in the butt and hold your head high because self confidence will get you further than…
Read moreAre You A Subscriber Of Professional Photographer Magazine?
Although today is February 1st, the image on the left is the January 2016 cover of Professional Photographer Magazine. If you are a professional photographer or hope to be in the future, this is one magazine that you should subscribe to. It is pack with great information including business advice and tips. Professional Photographer Magazine…
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