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The Edit Weekly Photography Business Podcast
United States
Приєднався 12 жов 2023
Welcome to The Edit, a podcast for photographers growing and starting their business who want real talk, practical tips, and insights from top photography experts!
We are Amanda Waltman, Whitney Carlson, and Erin Smagala, and we each have over 15 years of experience! We want to help you navigate the ups and downs of running a photography business. Our conversations are honest, and we share not only the things that have worked but also what we would do differently if we started over today.
Our expert guests give incredible advice not only in business, but navigating the hard parts of life, including parenthood, burnout, and the struggles of being in this industry.
If you crave honesty, acceptance, and encouragement along the way, you are in the right place! Leave us a comment, we'd love to have you be a part of our community!
We are Amanda Waltman, Whitney Carlson, and Erin Smagala, and we each have over 15 years of experience! We want to help you navigate the ups and downs of running a photography business. Our conversations are honest, and we share not only the things that have worked but also what we would do differently if we started over today.
Our expert guests give incredible advice not only in business, but navigating the hard parts of life, including parenthood, burnout, and the struggles of being in this industry.
If you crave honesty, acceptance, and encouragement along the way, you are in the right place! Leave us a comment, we'd love to have you be a part of our community!
Confidently Share Your Photography Business In 4 Simple Steps: Writing Your Elevator Pitch
Struggle to explain your photography business in 30 seconds or less? We’ve got you covered! (oh, have you subscribed to @TheEditWeekly yet?!)
In this episode of The Edit Weekly, we (your hosts Erin Smagala, Amanda Waltman, and Whitney Carlson) break down the 4-step formula to craft an elevator pitch that will make you sound confident, professional, and memorable. Whether you’re a wedding photographer, a family photographer, or just starting out, this tool will help you connect with potential clients and grow your business.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ What an elevator pitch is and why it matters.
✅ Our easy 4-step formula for crafting the perfect pitch.
✅ Real examples of elevator pitches you can use for inspiration.
✅ How to make a lasting impression (and sound like a pro).
📝 Homework Challenge:
We want YOU to write your elevator pitch, practice it, and share it with us! Comment here - we’d LOVE to cheer you on and help fine-tune it if needed.
🎁 Bonus Tip: Want even more tools and resources to grow your photography business? Sign up for our newsletter here: www.theeditweekly.com/about-the-edit-weekly
👉 Let’s turn those awkward introductions into conversations that book clients and build confidence. You’ve got this!
🔔 Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to @TheEditWeekly for weekly tips on starting your photography business and elevating your creative life!
Chapters:
0:00 Welcome to The Edit Weekly
1:09 Why You Need an Elevator Pitch
2:17 Erin’s Example (The Pro Pitch)
6:08 Amanda’s Real-Life Pitch
10:31 Whitney’s Pitch for Podcasters
12:17 Your Homework + Share It With Us
13:30 Sign Up for Our Newsletter 🎁
📸 Follow us on Instagram: theeditweekly
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🌟Our Favorite Photography Tools (Besides Gear)🌟
Check out our curated list of the brands and products that we love. These are great for starting a photography business! We may earn a small commission if you purchase from this list, which helps us continue making episodes for you! We only share products we use and love ourselves!
Timed Timer: Check it out! ➡ amzn.to/3SXA0FW
Do you have ADHD or just want a tool to work efficiently while you work on your photography business? This visual time aid helps you focus while you can visually see what time it is! Whitney discusses this tool in our second episode on Productivity for Photographers!
Watch our episode on how to stay productive in your photography business here ➡ ua-cam.com/video/_NcRynQ4CE0/v-deo.html
Dubsado, a top CRM program! Try it out here! ➡ dubsado.com/?c=theeditweekly
This is Erin’s Favorite CRM for her photography business! She shares all the different ways she uses Dubsado in our episode about CRMs for photography!
Watch our episode to see how Erin uses Dubsado in her business ➡ ua-cam.com/video/XNGPeoyQqt0/v-deo.html
🌟Other tools for your photography business to help you!🌟
Apple iPad for note taking with GoodNotes ➡ amzn.to/49tRHEl (any will work if you can use an Apple pencil!)
Apple Pencil ➡ amzn.to/3uNza6M
The BEST Photo Hangers for Wall Galleries ➡ amzn.to/3OYjzbk
The best Photo Hangers to avoid wall damage ➡ amzn.to/42U33Pk
In this episode of The Edit Weekly, we (your hosts Erin Smagala, Amanda Waltman, and Whitney Carlson) break down the 4-step formula to craft an elevator pitch that will make you sound confident, professional, and memorable. Whether you’re a wedding photographer, a family photographer, or just starting out, this tool will help you connect with potential clients and grow your business.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ What an elevator pitch is and why it matters.
✅ Our easy 4-step formula for crafting the perfect pitch.
✅ Real examples of elevator pitches you can use for inspiration.
✅ How to make a lasting impression (and sound like a pro).
📝 Homework Challenge:
We want YOU to write your elevator pitch, practice it, and share it with us! Comment here - we’d LOVE to cheer you on and help fine-tune it if needed.
🎁 Bonus Tip: Want even more tools and resources to grow your photography business? Sign up for our newsletter here: www.theeditweekly.com/about-the-edit-weekly
👉 Let’s turn those awkward introductions into conversations that book clients and build confidence. You’ve got this!
🔔 Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to @TheEditWeekly for weekly tips on starting your photography business and elevating your creative life!
Chapters:
0:00 Welcome to The Edit Weekly
1:09 Why You Need an Elevator Pitch
2:17 Erin’s Example (The Pro Pitch)
6:08 Amanda’s Real-Life Pitch
10:31 Whitney’s Pitch for Podcasters
12:17 Your Homework + Share It With Us
13:30 Sign Up for Our Newsletter 🎁
📸 Follow us on Instagram: theeditweekly
__________________________
🌟Our Favorite Photography Tools (Besides Gear)🌟
Check out our curated list of the brands and products that we love. These are great for starting a photography business! We may earn a small commission if you purchase from this list, which helps us continue making episodes for you! We only share products we use and love ourselves!
Timed Timer: Check it out! ➡ amzn.to/3SXA0FW
Do you have ADHD or just want a tool to work efficiently while you work on your photography business? This visual time aid helps you focus while you can visually see what time it is! Whitney discusses this tool in our second episode on Productivity for Photographers!
Watch our episode on how to stay productive in your photography business here ➡ ua-cam.com/video/_NcRynQ4CE0/v-deo.html
Dubsado, a top CRM program! Try it out here! ➡ dubsado.com/?c=theeditweekly
This is Erin’s Favorite CRM for her photography business! She shares all the different ways she uses Dubsado in our episode about CRMs for photography!
Watch our episode to see how Erin uses Dubsado in her business ➡ ua-cam.com/video/XNGPeoyQqt0/v-deo.html
🌟Other tools for your photography business to help you!🌟
Apple iPad for note taking with GoodNotes ➡ amzn.to/49tRHEl (any will work if you can use an Apple pencil!)
Apple Pencil ➡ amzn.to/3uNza6M
The BEST Photo Hangers for Wall Galleries ➡ amzn.to/3OYjzbk
The best Photo Hangers to avoid wall damage ➡ amzn.to/42U33Pk
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Forever cheering on my photographer friends! I love watching them succeed!
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Still mad at myself for this one. 🤦🏽♀️
Amanda!!! I still can't get over this. I really feel for young you- an employee put in such a horrible situation and not knowing what to do! And those poor kids and wife.
And earlier this week I had another client come to my home lol!
Look at you risk taker 😆😜
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This would be such a good slow-season project to plan for the year!
Yes! And if you don't have a slow season, you can schedule your planning time for a day in a week you have no/or lower amount of sessions!
I love this recommendation! I'm going to do this for my fall sessions since that's my business' busiest time of year!
It's such great advice!!!
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Have you experienced burnout? What do you do to keep from being too overwhelmed?
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