Today's episode is a live coaching call with podcast listener, Holly (@lumiere_photographie_ and lumierephotographie.com) who asks me all about how she should "speak to her ideal client" as the industry tells us to do.

But what does that even mean as a photographer?

We break all of that down in this episode with tangible, tactical, and mindset shifts that will help you do the same thing Holly has set out to do.

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I'm fired up about websites in the photography industry. Because there are too many bad ones out there.

So this episode covers how to make yours rise above the industry (hint: it's not that hard. MOST people do it so so wrong).

Do these 4 things, and put yourself at the head of the industry. Period.

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How I blog a full photoshoot in 5 MINUTES FLAT using Narrative or Pic-Time.

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Most photographers just check their competitors' pricing. Most educators just say "you just have to show your value." Most amateurs just guess.

And that's how the majority of the photography industry raises their pricing.

I've found that this is all wrong. There's no quick fix for raising your pricing, but there is a specific way to do it the right way, so that you actually get BOOKED at those higher prices, you feel CONFIDENT when you show them, and you know mathematically that you are WORTH those prices.

This is an episode straight from my YouTube channel, and I wanted to bring it over to the podcast today while I'm out of office this week, speaking in California for a photography workshop.

ENJOY (and take notes!).

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Have you ever messed up? Failed? ME TOO.

This episode is reminder that we all do it. Come here the tea on the mistakes I've made recently as a photographer, business owner, and coach. Yes, recently. I still make em.

And then let's talk about what to do with those mess-ups, and how to not let them beat you.

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In this episode, I sit down with Business Blueprint student Jalen Moore, who went from roughly $12K in annual revenue to $168K+ booked in 2026 while preparing to leave a nine-year Air Force career.

This conversation is such a powerful reminder: if you’re good at something you’re NOT passionate about, imagine what could happen when you put that same energy into something you ACTUALLY love.

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https://www.instagram.com/moorefocusphotography/

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Is Instagram still worth your time in 2026, or is it time to get photography clients elsewhere?

In this episode, I share what I've learned after coaching hundreds of photographers and where I believe client marketing is headed next.If you've been feeling discouraged by social media, I hope this episode gives you clarity and confidence to market your business with purpose.

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Want to build a business that supports your FUTURE LIFE goals? Perfect. Today I sit down with Olivia, a student in my Business Blueprint coaching program, to dive into her journey from burnout to intentionally growing a six-figure photography business, why saying “no” creates better opportunities, and how focusing on the right clients—not more clients—changed everything.

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Website: Stately Photos

Instagram: @statelyphotos

The middle class is disappearing... and photographers who keep doing what everyone else is doing are going to feel it first. "

Average" is going to feel like POOR in the photography industry in a few years, and if not, it already does.First time home buyer age has now risen to a whopping FORTY YEARS OLD.

This is one of the most personal episodes I've ever recorded. If I could sit across the table from my 24-year-old self, this is exactly what I'd say. If you're tired of surviving, settling, or wondering why your business still isn't creating the life you want, don't skip this conversation.

This is where you turn the car around.

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What if your biggest breakthrough comes after your hardest season? In this episode, I sit down with Business Blueprint student Cecily Hyde to share her incredible journey of faith, perseverance, and business growth.

In this episode:

• Growing through difficult seasons
• Building a business while raising a family
• Why lowering prices helped create momentum
• The mindset shifts that changed everything
• Trusting God in business
• Reaching six-figure momentum

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Website: https://hydephotoandfilm.com

THIS is the episode to listen to before your next wedding, photoshoot, or event.

Pre-wedding jitters? Listen to this episode.

Feeling a bit "meh" about the work? Listen to this episode.

Just not super exited to drive there? THIS EPISODE.

Wedding photographers and lifestyle photographers alike, this one's for you. I got some huge, encouraging, and practical perspective shifts for you today.

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If you feel like you're doing everything right but still aren't seeing inquiries, this episode is for you.

I've been there, and I want to tell you why it hasn't all clicked yet.

• Why marketing can feel like it's not working

• The power of slow, consistent growth

• Building know, like, and trust

• Why you could be "Three Feet from Gold" without knowing it.

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