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#220: Why Selling From Your Own Wallet Is The Kiss of Death

Worth Every Penny Joycast - July 16, 2024 14:34 - 27 minutes
If you struggle to charge what your photography is worth, or if thinking about selling your photography gives you the heebie-jeebies, then it’s time to examine your relationship with money.    The second I started pricing my photography, I fell into the number one “danger zone” pitfall possi...

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5 Things that will make your business stronger REPEAT

Photography Side Hustle - July 15, 2024 00:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Episode 165 - Selling digital files or prints? Which one is right for you? ConvertKit - Set up a free account with a list of up to 1,000 emails. Please leave a voice message for Andy at SpeakPipe.com   Ask a question and get on the podcast, you know it makes sense. Join the Facebook Group and...

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#219: Pet Photographer Claire Sold $4,000 of Photos & Made More Than Her Monthly Income From Any Job She's Ever Had. Here's What She Did.

Worth Every Penny Joycast - July 09, 2024 11:00 - 24 minutes
If in-person sales or talking on the phone with a potential client freaks you out, you aren’t alone. A lot of photographers I work with are nervous about the boutique sales process–including pet photographer Claire Shelley.    Right before she moved to a new city, she was swamped with editin...

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Digital Files & Selling Products

Photography Side Hustle - July 07, 2024 19:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Episode 165 - Selling digital files or prints? Which one is right for you? The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/165 ConvertKit - Set up a free account with a list of up to 1,000 emails. Photoshop for Photographers course:  https://photographysidehustle.com/photoshop-for-pho...

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#218: Business Not Growing? 5 Things You’re Overlooking

Worth Every Penny Joycast - July 02, 2024 10:56 - 18 minutes
If you’ve ever wondered how to stand out in a sea of competition, scroll no further, this is the episode for you!    Today I’m diving deep into five things you can do as a creative to be head and shoulders above everyone else in your area.    Spoiler alert: If you’re missing any of these...

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Presenting your work & choosing a flash

Photography Side Hustle - July 02, 2024 01:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Episode 164 - Presenting your work and choosing a flash The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/164 ConvertKit - Set up a free account with a list of up to 1,000 emails. Photoshop for Photographers course:  https://photographysidehustle.com/photoshop-for-photographers-course/ ...

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Light and Sleep: Innovations for Circadian Harmony, with Martin Moore-Ede, the Director of the Circadian Light Research Center

AWAKE: The Sleep Health Podcast - June 26, 2024 10:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★ - 4 ratings
How does exposure to natural light in nature impact our sleep patterns and overall well-being? In this episode, Martin Moore-Ede, the Director of the Circadian Light Research Center, sheds light on the profound effects of natural and artificial light on our sleep patterns and well-being. Martin...

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#217: Things to Hide From Your Friends & Family About Your Photography Business

Worth Every Penny Joycast - June 25, 2024 11:20 - 18 minutes
Have you ever felt frustrated or alone after talking to your friends and family about your photography business?    If you’re the only entrepreneur in your circle, you might find it tricky to know what to share and what to keep private. And you may even find yourself questioning the nitty-gr...

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What's stopping you from getting your first customers?

Photography Side Hustle - June 23, 2024 00:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Episode 163 - These are problems that can stop customers from booking you. The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/163 ConvertKit - Set up a free account with a list of up to 1,000 emails. Photoshop for Photographers course:  https://photographysidehustle.com/photoshop-for-pho...

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#216: When No One Wanted Prints, LA Photographer Catherine Made Changes. Here's How She's Landing $6,000 Client Orders

Worth Every Penny Joycast - June 18, 2024 14:33 - 19 minutes - Video
Photographers in large cities often say that the clients in their area won’t purchase anything but digital files.    So I sat down with L.A. photographer Catherine Della Ripa to talk about her experience and what it’s really like transitioning from the digital file model to the boutique busi...

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Shooting in Manual Step by Step REPEAT

Photography Side Hustle - June 17, 2024 01:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Episode 89 - This is a repeat of episode 89, the step-by-step of shooting in manual mode. ConvertKit - Set up a free account with a list of up to 1,000 emails. Photoshop for Photographers course:  https://photographysidehustle.com/photoshop-for-photographers-course/ Cloud Backup - Back Blaze ...

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Unlocking Sleep Secrets with Pediatric Sleep Psychologist, with Stacey Simon, Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

AWAKE: The Sleep Health Podcast - June 12, 2024 10:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★ - 4 ratings
Raising awareness about the importance of sleep and how to achieve it is essential for everyone’s well-being. In this episode, Stacey Simon shares her invaluable insights on the importance of healthy sleep for children and adolescents, their challenges, and effective interventions that can make...

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215: Myths about Starting or Growing a Photography Business

Worth Every Penny Joycast - June 11, 2024 11:25 - 23 minutes
Almost all photographers will believe a common myth (or several common myths) at some point in their journey.    Not only do those myths cost valuable time and money, but they also lead to frustration and feeling like you’re spinning your wheels like Fred Flinstone.    If you’ve ever tho...

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Flash Limits and Back Button Focus - Ask Andy #2

Photography Side Hustle - June 09, 2024 19:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Episode 161 - What to do when flash doesn't work and the benefits of back button focus. Simon d'Entremont's YouTube Channel The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/161 ConvertKit - Set up a free account with a list of up to 1,000 emails. Photoshop for Photographers course:  h...

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#214: The 5-Zone Method to Finding Perfect Photography Clients

Worth Every Penny Joycast - June 04, 2024 11:00 - 10 minutes
Have you ever gotten a lead for your photography business, invested time and energy into explaining what you do and how you do it, only to be met with a disappointing response… or no response at all?    What if you could all but avoid that painful experience by separating your leads into fiv...

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Ask Andy #1

Photography Side Hustle - June 03, 2024 00:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Episode 160 - Printing - Nikon D3400 - Getting everything in focus Hyperfocal Distance & Depth of Field Calculators OMNI Calculator CIC DoF Calculator DoF Simulator DoF Master (mobile) PhotoPills The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/160 ConvertKit - Set up a free account wi...

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Learn How AI Is Revolutionizing Healthcare Analysis, with Brandon Ballinger, co-founder of Empirical Health

AWAKE: The Sleep Health Podcast - May 29, 2024 10:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★ - 4 ratings
Technology is reshaping the landscape of sleep health, offering new ways to monitor and improve sleep quality. In this episode, Brandon Ballinger, co-founder of Empirical Health, shares his journey from software engineer to healthcare innovator. Brandon discusses his involvement in developing t...

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#213: How a Mom of 3 Went from Earning $3,275 Total in 3 Years of Photography to $4,071 in 3 Months!

Worth Every Penny Joycast - May 28, 2024 15:40 - 24 minutes
Have you ever felt STUCK in your photography business?    Maybe you have a portfolio, have purchased courses, and even have a few clients under your belt… but you still aren’t gaining much traction.    It feels like every time you DO take a few steps forward, you’re met with resistance a...

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Manual or Aperture Priority Mode

Photography Side Hustle - May 26, 2024 00:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Episode 159 - An easier option than shooting in Manual mode is Aperture Priority. Depth of Field Calculators OMNI Calculator CIC DoF Calculator DoF Simulator DoF Master (mobile) PhotoPills The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/159 ConvertKit - Set up a free account with a ...

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#212: How to Talk to Your Spouse or Partner About Investing in Your Business

Worth Every Penny Joycast - May 21, 2024 10:58 - 24 minutes
If you are going to go ALL IN and invest time and money into your photography business, it’s important to have the buy-in of your spouse.    But how exactly do you get that?    It can be tricky – especially if you have tried before and failed, have purchased programs before and had them ...

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How to use on-camera flash at a wedding reception REPEAT

Photography Side Hustle - May 20, 2024 22:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Episode 158 - How to use on-camera flash at a wedding reception - REPEAT for April 2022.  ConvertKit - Set up a free account with a list of up to 1,000 emails. Photoshop for Photographers course:  https://photographysidehustle.com/photoshop-for-photographers-course/ Cloud Backup - Back Blaze ...

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The Role of Interrupted Sleep in Atrial Fibrillation Risk, with Dr. Greg Marcus

AWAKE: The Sleep Health Podcast - May 15, 2024 10:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★ - 4 ratings
There is a complex relationship between interrupted sleep, coffee, and the risk of atrial fibrillation (AFib). In this episode, Dr. Greg Marcus discusses his studies on the relationship between sleep and various health issues, particularly sleep apnea and atrial fibrillation (AFib). Greg shares...

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#211: 6 Things to Do Before Memorial Day in Your Photography Business To Crush 2024

Worth Every Penny Joycast - May 14, 2024 11:00 - 15 minutes
Are you wondering how to balance your photography business with your family plans and demands this summer?    The right summer mindset can not only set up your photography business for success (to the tune of making 30k+ only working a few days a month), but it can give you true time freedom...

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10 Ways to Sell Your Work

Photography Side Hustle - May 13, 2024 00:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Episode 157 - 10 ways you can sell your work.  Fair Licensing The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/156 ConvertKit - Set up a free account with a list of up to 1,000 emails. Photoshop for Photographers course:  https://photographysidehustle.com/photoshop-for-photographers-c...

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#210: Massive Debt Left This 18-Year Career Photographer Ready to Quit. Her Inspiring Turnaround Story

Worth Every Penny Joycast - May 07, 2024 11:48 - 31 minutes
Have you ever felt like throwing in the towel on your photography career?     Maybe you’re struggling with:    Feeling like you’ve tried everything and still not finding right-fit clients Working all hours of the day and losing the time freedom you set out to create Being endlessly busy...

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Alex Nowak, Snowmobiles and Rodeo

Photography Side Hustle - May 06, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Episode 156 - From Snowmobile Racing to Rodeo, up-and-coming Wisconsin sports photographer Alex Nowak. Alex Nowak  - Instagram Enjoy the Game Photography - Website The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/156 ConvertKit - Set up a free account with a list of up to 1,000 emails...

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Sleep Apnea Isn't Just for Older Men, with Sheryl Stillman

AWAKE: The Sleep Health Podcast - May 01, 2024 10:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★ - 4 ratings
Many individuals, especially women, face dismissal of their sleep issues by healthcare professionals, emphasizing the need for second opinions and proper diagnosis. In this episode, Sheryl Stillman shares her journey with severe obstructive sleep apnea. Sheryl discusses her struggles with sleep...

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#209: How Do I Know If I’m Ready to Start Charging for My Photography?

Worth Every Penny Joycast - April 30, 2024 11:00 - 13 minutes
Have you ever wondered if you’re ready to start CHARGING for your photography?    Maybe it feels too good to be true that you could make money doing something you love…    Or maybe you worry that you’re not good enough to start making money…     In this episode, I share eight ways to...

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Pet Photographer Kim Jongen

Photography Side Hustle - April 28, 2024 03:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Episode 155 - Kim Jongen is a pet photographer in Rotterdam, Netherlands. She started her business, Mother Puppers Studio, only one year ago.  Kim Jongen  - MotherPuppers.nl Mother Puppers Studio - Instagram The Transcript page - https://photographysidehustle.com/155 ConvertKit - Set up a fr...

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#208: The Untold Story: A Photographer’s Switch from Prints to Digital Files and the Unexpected Aftermath.

Worth Every Penny Joycast - April 23, 2024 11:00 - 31 minutes
Have you ever felt like you needed to conform to what everyone else is doing in business?    Maybe you’ve seen digital files grow in popularity and considered switching or moving to a hybrid model.   When long-time photographer Jenn Kerfeld felt pressure to start offering digital files i...