The Stay Focused Podcast

Episode #190 Listen in today as Emily chats with past student Shannon Liebrock on the lows and highs of her photography journey with high school senior and sports photography. Shannon gets very candid about the super easy (and free!) marketing strategy she used to book 83 clients in one year. It's so easy to do...you could try it in your business too!   Links Mentioned in the Show: Free photography business class! https://www.cozyclicks.com/businessclass More about Shannon: I started in 1994 as a mom just wanting to learn to take better pictures of my kids and it grew from there. I took a long hiatus (about 13 years) and went back to it about 9 years ago. I focus primarily on high school seniors and high school/college sports photography. I photograph approximately 80 seniors per year and cover ASU football/basketball for Sports360Az along with several high schools. Where to find her: https://www.Liebrockphotography.com On Instagram @liebrockphotography1

Pricing is a hot topic for a lot of photographers. Should your raise your prices? Should your lower them? What is everyone else in my town charging? In today's episode, Emily breaks down these questions + more things you should be thinking about when growing your photography business and choosing a price from your work and time.  Listen here! Links mentioned in the show: https://www.cozyclicks.com/businessclass

Are you dreaming of starting a successful photography business? Whether you’re a beginner or a professional photographer, my former student, Sarah Gassman joins us on the show today to teach you how to turn your passion into a profitable business! Learn the simple strategies she used to market herself that you can use too! Links mentioned in the show:   For more helpful information on launching a photography business, visit: https://www.cozyclicks.com/businessclass   Sarah is a full-service portrait photographer specializing in maternity and newborn photo sessions that support parents both new and experienced. She takes care of every detail, so you don’t have to from bump to baby and beyond. See more of her work here: https://www.sarahgassmanphotography.com https://www.instagram.com/sarahgassmanphotography

In this episode, we're exploring the topic of ethical marketing strategies in the photogrpahy business world and the importance of having a clear marketing strategy in place. Emily shares some pretty  common sleazy marketing tactics and discusses why they can harm your business and reputation. We'll also tackle the fear of trying new marketing strategies and provide tips on how to overcome it. With an emphasis on the importance of having someone to check your ideas and offering a second opinion. Listen in today to this mind opening episode as we prioritize ethical marketing strategies in the photogrpahy world and encourage seeking feedback from trusted sources.   LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: https://www.cozyclicks.com/businessclass

Hey there, fellow lady boss photographers! Are you feeling frustrated and stuck when it comes to finding new clients? Well, fear not! In this episode, we're going to talk about what NOT to do when trying to attract new business. While it might be easier to come up with a list of strategies TO find clients, recognizing the things you might do that are NOT beneficial to your marketing strategy can be equally important. So, grab a cup of coffee and let's dive in to some helpful tips and tricks to take your photography business to the next level! LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Free Photography Business Class! https://cozyclicks.com/businessclass

Is your photography business really just a hobby? In this episode let's get real and figure out if your photography business is really just a hobby (which is totally ok, btw) or a real business and how to move from a hobby to a photography business if that is what you really want it to be! In this episode, let's discuss the difference between photography as a hobby and as a business, the factors to consider when deciding to turn your hobby into a business, and the steps to take to turn your photography hobby into a business!   Listen here! Have friend who might like this episode? Share it with them! LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Access the FREE Photography Business Class and transition from hobby to business! Join here: https://www.cozyclicks.com/businessclass   More Episodes You Might Like! Ouch! You’ve Got Imposter Syndrome! How to Overcome it as a Photographer 5 HUGE Things Stopping You From Starting Your Photography Business…and how to get past them. The 3 Things to Know to Move f

Starting a photography business can be an exciting and challenging venture. However, it's common for photographers to experience imposter syndrome, which can hinder their progress and success. In today's episode, we'll explore three reasons why photographers feel imposter syndrome when starting their business and offer real tips on how to overcome those feelings so that you can grow your confidence and dreams!   LINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: Free Photography Business Video Class-- https://cozyclicks.lpages.co/start-and-grow-your-photography-business/

Ready to start your portrait photogrpahy business?   But confused where to even start so you keep doing THESE 5 things that are holding you back! You might not even realize it or know what they are, but once you do it is eye opening and canhelp put you on the right path to starting and building the portrait photography business that you keep dreaming about.   You 100% can make your business dreams come true and understanding what might be stopping you is the first step in to making it all happen!   Listen here!

Yes!  You decided to start your photography biz. So exciting! The hard part is figuring out all the things you need to get up and running successfully. When you really start thinking about it all, it can get MAJORLY overwhelming. Don’t let that overwhelm creep over you though. Start one step at a time and you’ll get there.   In this episode, Emily covers 5 of the most imortant things to do if you want to start your own family photography business in less than 5 minutes! Listen here!   LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Free manual mode handbook! https://www.cozyclicks.com/handbook

Are you a mom with a camera who would love to turn your photography hobby into something that made actual money?    If so, then this episode is exactly what you need!   Emily breaks down the three things that you need to start doing now if you want to move from just a mom  who wants to take great pictures of their kids, to a mom photographer who's actually making BANK.   This could mean you're making an extra $100 a week or up to $100,000 a year.  Wouldn't that be awesome!   Tune in to today's episode to learn the three things that you need to start doing to make that happen.     Links mentioned  in the show:   https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework   

This episode is for BOTH new and advanced photographers because so often I witness all types of photographers doing these 5 things and it drives me crazy. It’s a privilege for photographers out there that there are a lot of public places that we are able to shoot at. Right? It’s like our own outdoor studio that we don’t have to pay rent on. BUT, because (most of the time) it’s free for us to use these parks, and trails, and sidewalks as a backdrop for our wonderful photos there are things we MUST DO as photographers, whether you are hired by someone or just out there practicing with your new DSLR. Now to be fair, some of you might just not know ( or realize you’re doing ) some of these things. And honestly, I may have been guilty of one or two of these things at some point. But now you’ll know.  Listen here!   The Stay Focused podcast airs new episode every Wednesday and Friday Host Emily Supiot Website https://www.cozyclicks.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cozyclicks Tik Tok: https://www.ti

If you got your camera hoping to feel excitement and fun with photography...but instead you are feeling overwhelmed and frustrated...this episode is for you.   Yes, you ARE good enough with photography. No, you should not quit because it feels hard.   But if the excitement isn't there.  This is what you should do.  In this short episode Emily explains.   The Stay Focused podcast airs new episode every Wednesday and Friday Host Emily Supiot Website https://www.cozyclicks.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cozyclicks Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/discover/cozyclicks LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: FREE photo class! Register here: https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework

5 in 5 on Fridays for Photographers! This new segment to The Stay Focused Podcast focuses on 5 actionable takeaways for photographers in a short & sweet 5 minute-ish episode! New to the podcast these 5 in 5 epsiodes will air new each Friday!   Today's epsiode breaks down 5 takeaways to help you capture better pictures of children!   Listen here!   The Stay Focused podcast airs new episode every Wednesday and Friday Host Emily Supiot Website https://www.cozyclicks.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cozyclicks Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/discover/cozyclicks   LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: FREE photo class! Register here: https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework    

Wouldn't it be cool if you could take photos that when other people saw them they could instantly say "That is a (insert YOUR name here!) photo!" If people could recognize YOUR work it would mean that you have a very consistent portfolio and you are shooting in a way that others would remember. Finding that consistency can be tricky. On today's episode Katie Lamb joins me and talks about how to get consistency in your photos BUT also how to creating consistency in an equally as important part of photography.   Listen here! Links Mentioned in the Show: Free Photo Class! Register here: https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework THE CREATIVE COLLABORATION IS NOW OPEN! ONLY $97! Feb. 27-March 8th   Where to find Katie! Katie is a wife and mom of three, based in Dallas, Texas. She began pursuing photography at a young age and went on to major in Fine Art Photography at Baylor University to pursue her passion of documenting the orphan crisis around the world. She spent time in Africa, China, as well

Have you ever wondered what hybrid photography is, why you would want to shoot that way or if it's even right for you? Kristine Herman joins us on the show today to answer those questions PLUS really dives into how to get started as a hybrid wedding photographer and gives actionable tips if you are looking to get started as a as a photographer in the wedding industry. Listen Here! LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Free Photo Class! Register here: https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework THE CREATIVE COLLABORATION IS NOW OPEN! ONLY $97! Feb. 27-March 8th Where to Find Kristine: https://www.kristineherman.com instagram: @kristineherman_ Podcast https://www.daretodeveloppodcast.com @daretodevelop

Do you ever look through social media and think to yourself that all of these photographers just have it so easy?   I mean their photos look perfect, their business looks booming and their life looks unbeievlelable, right?   It's not always what it appears though and on today's episode Eden Stader joins us getting real about her raise to the top in the photography and business world and how it wasn't as perfect as it might seem.     Listen to the full episode here!       Links mentioned in the show: Free Photo Class! Register here: https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework THE CREATIVE COLLABORATION IS NOW OPEN! ONLY $97! Feb. 27-March 8th   Meet Eden! A DESTINATION WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER TURNED BUSINESS COACH, NOW LEADING CREATIVE ENTREPRENEURS IN BUILDING A LIFE OF ARTISTIC GROWTH, WEALTH, AND FREEDOM.   www.edenstrader.com / @edenstrader

Ever wonder eactly hwat you should be charing for you work? Maybe you've looked up other photographers in your area and then just made a ballpark guess of what you are worth. Or maybe you are just happy with WHATEVER amount someone will give you. (I mean really, they wnat to hire you so take what you can get!) Either way, there are better ways to find that magic number when it comes to pricing and Ingvild Kolnes is an expert when it comes to how to price accordingly.  Listen in to today's episode!   Ingvild Kolnes is an educator and mentor for photographers. She helps talented but overworked photographers get back in touch with the artist they want to be where they work with dream clients without having to work too much. She does this by helping them build their confidence and set boundaries, and teaching them to charge what their work is worth through a 7-step program so that they can make a living from their creativity.   LINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:   (free photo class!) https://www.cozyclicks.com/frame

Kristin Darling has had quite a fun ride on her photography journey and has mastered the two “f” words that a lot of new photographers are fearful of…   film & flash   She chats with Emily today about why she chose to learn film photography and flash photography and shares with you actionable tips to help you get started on your film and flash journey.     Kristin is a wife and mom to 2 teenagers (one who is graduating this year - yikes), wedding & family photographer living in Central IL and working professionally for the past 11 years, using both film & digital photography to create. In regards to education, her passion is to empower photographers to be able to confidently and consistently create a natural light look with a simple artificial light set up, ideally using equipment they already own or can purchase on any budget. Listen Here!   Links mentioned in the show: https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework (free online photo class!) THE CREATIVE COLLABORATION BUNDLE (h

Ever wish you could travel to the Caribbean beaches or backpack through Europe AND get paid for it all while doing something you absolutely love?!   You can become a destination wedding photographer.   Ashlea Snell was a Chick- Fil-A worker who decided that she would like to shoot weddings all over the world.   And she did it.   On the show today she shares her journey PLUS breaks down the steps you need to take today if destination wedding photography is a goal you have! Ashlea Snell is  a luxury destination wedding photographer who teaches photographers how to reach the 100k mark!    Links mentioned in the show:   Links in the show: https://www.cozyclicks.com/framework   THE CREATIVE COLLABORATION BUNDLE (happens once a year!) Opens February 27th -check it out here!    Where to find more of Ashlea:   Ashleasnell.com  https://www.instagram.com/ashleasnell_education/

Ever wonder what would happen if you tried something totally different than the typical “norms” in the photography industry?   HIgh school senior portrait photographer Mary Vance did just that.  And when she did, that is when magic started to happen in her senior portraits and business!   On the show today, Mary shares with you her “counter-industry” approach to high school senior photography AND her added bonus to senior photography sessions that NO ONE does in the senior photography industry.   Listen here! Mary Vance is a lifestyle photographer and videographer located in the suburbs of Seattle, Wa, where she specializes in high school senior photography. Over the past decade, Mary has earned a reputation for creating connections in single-subject images as well as crafting inclusive experiences for her senior clients, specifically for those who are neurodiverse or identify as a part of the LGBTQIA+ community. Mary merges her past life as a professional dancer with her ease of interaction with teenagers