These 8 Tools Can Save Your Photography Business
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- Опубліковано 29 лип 2024
- Photography business productivity is the most important thing about your photography business. Not just the gear and learning how to take photos. If you REALLY want to make money you need to run a SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS. Let's talk about 8 photography business tools that will help you easily and confidently run a successful photography business.
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Tool Four 6:29
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What tool do you think would benefit your business the most?
This is excellent! Thank you so much for sharing these gems. I feel good knowing that I’m already setting myself up for success using most of these tools, but I would LOVE to vote for a video on how you’ve incorporated YNAB for your business and personal life. God bless you, John! 😀
I’m also going to invest in the AI culling cause I am OVER it haha 😂
Hey John! Quick question, the Capture One presets include the ones for Canon cameras? i only see the Fuji ones in your website and i dont want to buy the wrong ones. Greetings
Dude, I need to try the AI culling and editing - sounds amazing!
Hi John, I really need help as I'm a photographer in the UK and it seems that neither Honey book nor YNAB aren't available here. Do you know of any proper alternatives? Would mean the world. Thank you!
A finance video would be a lifesaver! I feel like I've been searching the internet looking for a 2022 friendly version of how to manage everything from taxes, write-offs, CPAs, finding the right attorney, business insurance, connecting with a tax professional, setting up bank accounts properly, etc. I'm reaching in a point in my career where I'm succeeding at the client management and photo part, but really struggling with taxes and finances. 10/10 would watch!
I’m with you this is so me
Yess!!
Man... That AI editing is crazy. Hit us w that YNAB video!! lol This was one of your best business making videos yet. *hits the hype button repeatedly*
YES!! I really appreciate that! I'm super excited about YNAB. Since I've been using it, it's been such a great time.
Oh yeah! That's the stuff I needed to start the year! I have plans for beginning my own fine art portrait home studio and this is *ABSOLUTELY* impeccable, John! Happy new year directly from Brazil ❤️
I hate culling! I absolutely love aftershoot... Thanks for all that you do
Thanks to you for watching! Also YES Aftershoot really is LIFE CHANGING. So much time saved.
Really appreciate this video! I’ve been trying to figure out how to transition into the business side of things, and you laid it out clearly. Thank you for all the tools and your willingness to help others succeed.
Awesome! I really hope it helps out and helps your business for the long term.
Hi, John, Love the video, lots of great information! I would love to see a video on the black blaze. I have it but not sure I’m using it correctly. Also, looking forward to the video on budget and getting my finances in order to run my business the right way.
This is excellent! Thank you so much for sharing these gems. I feel good knowing that I’m already setting myself up for success using most of these tools, but I would LOVE to vote for a video on how you’ve incorporated YNAB for your business and personal life. God bless you, John! 😀
Awesome. I'll make sure to work on that ASAP. YNAB has made a HUGE change in my families life and honestly the less debt you have the less technically you have to work so I'm all about that life!
I LOVE your videos. Great information and so personable. So glad I found your channel. :)
Need at start using aftershoot. Culling like, hand up or hand down, up down, 😱
LOL! Exactly. Sometimes it's really hard to make a choice.
Thanks for this great information John, the thought of having someone else cull and edit our images will allow us to take more bookings. We love your other videos too :)
It really is amazing the time you can save by having your photos culled the same night you get home from a wedding and then you just double check that everything looks good and finish up from there. LIFE changing!
Thanks for this video, John. Super helpful (as are all your other vids too)!
Glad it was helpful!
I swear this video came at the perfect time. I have been battling with the financial aspect but also running it more as a business than photography. Thank you so much for this. I would highly appreciate that video on the financial breakdown. Be Blessed
I'm glad to hear the timing of this was right in place. I'm totally going to do a video on the finance side of things. It's honestly the most important part of the business.
@@jbivphotography you're genuinely the kindest youtuber. I've personally taken you on as my mentor without your permission 🤣
Wow john, I’m mind blown…this is the best video EVER!!! Thanks again for sharing…happy new year bro.
👏👏👏 I’m glad this is helpful! Happy New Year!!
this has helped me so much first i want to say i love your work and how you break down how to do this the right way appreciate you alot bro
I really appreciate that! I'm glad to hear I was able to help out as well!!
Definitely want to see a backup video!
Awesome! Yeah I think it's going to be totally worth making an updated video.
Definitely what I needed. I’m still a year into photography but recently got me a studio. Now I definitely need to work on this and building a system
Oh awesome! Congrats on your studio and best of luck! I hope this video was helpful.
Hi John! Happy New Year! My problem with using AI to do my culling and editing is that I feel like I am cheating lol! Idk why but I feel better if I edit my photos because it gives me a "wow I did that" moment if that makes sense. However, later on in life I am definately stepping back and try to use the resrouces you mentioned. Thanks for being so amazing! Here's to 2022!
flag your favorites and personally edit those? print them or offer something extra with your favs?
Thank you for sharing this with the world, John!
Totally! I've been MIND BLOWN by ImagenAI everytime I use it. Great stuff.
Just found your channel because I want to start my small business this year ! So many great tips on this channel. Also your laugh makes me laugh 😆 love it. Thank you so much !!
Welcome to the channel! Also good luck with your small business this year! Wishing you the best with that. 👏👏
OMG dude You just saved me! I just started my photography website after working on it for a month. I am doing photography as a side job for now, and was wondering what other tools I can use to make my work flow less intimidating and as smooth as possible. God Bless You 🙌
YEESSSS!! I’m glad this was right on time for you! Wishing you the best in all of your endeavors.
loved your advisejohyn thank you...
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for this John this was helpful especially the ending message, as i am currently learn to turn my passion into a business this year.
You got this!
Thank you for the encouragement and motivation! This. Is. My. Year! 🙌🏾
You got this!
As always, appreciate the content. You look after us bro😂😂😂 and yes I'd love to see an updated back up vid please
Awesome! I'll make sure I get one of those out for you all.
Your knowledge is 🔥🔥 🙌🏼
Great video. Thanks. Curious about the budgeting one.
Coming soon!
John John John, coming through with the motivation and tools of the trade! Thank you again for all you do!
Very welcome
Once again, great video! Headed upstairs now to map out my plan! Thanks dude!
👏YES👏YES👏YES
Thanks a lot man for all the advice in the photography world.
You're welcome. Thank you for watching!
very informative! Thanks a mil!
Glad it was helpful!
Wow so much good advice my take away is that these tools will save you time and also enable you to manage more clients and bigger events thanks John keep it up
EXACTLY! As we grow time saving tools is a HUGE part of the business. Thanks for watching.
Man, this is fire!!! You got yourself a new subscriber. Thank you!
Appreciate it! Glad you're enjoying the content as well!
Really appreciate this video. Great extension
Glad it was helpful!
Happy new year! 💙 i always laugh in every video whenever John uses "the voice" 🤣🤣🤣
LOOOL. Happy new year as well!
Yes to a backup video and a sync backup
Thanks bro you're the best!
Thanks a bunch. Glad you enjoyed the video.
Hi John! Been in a season of big time imposter syndrome. Good confirmation I'm on the right track doing what I'm doing with the tools I use. (some of the same as you mentioned, some different ones like Dubsado)
Part of my imposter syndrome is definitely when it comes to finances. I have zero idea how to actually manage them. A video on that and budeting would be amazing!
you got this!
@@jbivphotography Thank you!
Great video! Thanks for sharing these gems. Can you do a video on how you use AfterShoot? I know there are videos out there but I like learning from you :)
That would be cool actually. I’ll make sure to keep that in my pipeline of videos.
Good looking out on the Aftershoot, I will definitely try that out this year! ( I hate culing)
Haha story of my life
It really is mind blowing using it. 2022 bout to be the year of saving ourselves time!!
Reading this as I'm currently culling.
ImagenAI is a game changer. Will definitely give it a shot! Thanks for these resources
You're welcome! I hope this was all helpful.
Thank u a lot for this amazing video =)
You're welcome 😊
This is great information! Tanks
Glad it was helpful!
Hi John, I really need help as I'm a photographer in the UK and it seems that neither Honey book nor YNAB aren't available here. Do you know of any proper alternatives? Would mean the world. Thank you!
hey John thanks for the great video! quick question, what happens with the rejects on AfterShoot after you import to Lightroom? what would be your workflow with those? Thanks!!
Since my process is a little different I'm actually not sure. I tend to always import all of my images into Lightroom first and then I cull after that. But for the most part I think it just marks rejected photos but I'll have to look back into that.
@@jbivphotography thanks for the response will check too! Great tool!
I really do LOVE the idea of AI edits but I can safely say I don't think it will ever be able to edit in one's style. I have been an event photographer for over 15 years and have tried every product on the market with little to no success. Nothing like a good old fashion edit. Love what your bringing, keep it up.
I need to know your new backup system.
Waiting for the video.
Aftershoot is OP🙌🙌
Right tho?? Over here shaving off hours of work. What more could one want.
Based on YNAB if I had a dollar for every time John was passionate enough to clap at me I could pay off all my business’ debt! Great video my man!
😂😂😂
Great stuff, as always! How has using the MacBook changed some of these processes?
Honestly it's really just streamlined everything for me but it hasn't really changed much. Overall smoother experience than jumping between MacOS and Windows like all the time.
Thanks
You're welcome!
What is the difference between imagenai and saving your preset ? Thanks
Hey John I don’t see a join option to become a member
This is great!
Great advices!
I am going to turn this thing around 360°.
Lol.
Good luck! You're going to do awesome!!
We need an updated video like this for 2024
A video on YNAB would be very helpful. This is the area I struggle in. 😩
Coming soon! It really does help out so much.
Please teach me, I really want to start my photography career but have no idea where to start, i am 27 single mom currently homeless and wanting to make a future for me and my daughter. i really would love to do weddings/ family shoots. But what i am really passionate about is humans of new york style addressing the stigma around homelessness and the ignorance that comes with it. as well as a wake up call. I am looking for a mentor, how to start a business and what to do
Can you use honeybook inside square
Space? I want people to be able to book me but also order prints after too.
Yes. However, Honeybook is mainly for client communication, client payments and contracts. If you're looking for someone to order prints after as well then something like Pic-Time would be the best choice for that.
Please do a vid on budgeting!!!
Will do!
Hands down the most hands down video on UA-cam. Hands down.
😂😂 HANDS DOWN YOU’RE RIGHT…..HANDS DOWN!!! 😂😂
@@jbivphotography on a serious note, it's actually a very helpful video 😁
When John says he has four kids 🤯 Thanks for these amazing resources!!!
We out here feeding these little mouths! My kids range from 7 years to new born. Time is my most important asset currently.
@@jbivphotography You're just awesome, man. Thanks for responding to my comment and for all of the awesome content you provide us with!! I'm about to use your code to start my Pic Time account!
@@heidisigler8729 ❤❤❤
Would love to see a Backblaze backup step-by-step vid 👌🏾
That’s a great idea actually. I’ll try and put that in my pipeline
Fantastic closing, John. For me it’s all about changing lives of my wife and I, and being able to live debt free with a career we love!
EXACTLY! Debt free and financial freedom (which IMO doesn't mean having a whole bunch of money, more so just living on it the right way) all while serving others and changing their lives. That's really my goal. I want to serve others and see them feel confident about their situation based on changes they've made in their own life. Thanks for watching!
Culling actually makes me pretty happy tbh. It gives me the ability to relive the wedding day
That's a great way to see it
Get serious or go home ☺️ Great video, i Like a lot part about saving money 🤑💰 number one
EXACTLY!!
Great
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching.
Hi John my name is rob l am from the uk can l use the 8 tools in the uk about with the business then
Not all of the tools currently are available outside of the US unfortunately.
No culling = endlessly possibilities 😂
EXACTLY!! So much time saved!
Is Honeybook coming to Australia?
I hope so. I can talk to them and ask. Currently as I'm sure you know it's only for the US.
@@jbivphotography I hope they do come to Australia, I’ve been watching that space since you first mentioned it and there isn’t anything like it here.
I was wondering if you have your preset edit style in imaginAI? I have been editing as close as I can to your style but I reckon it would be more consistent if it was using your algorithm?
Hi, I bought a preset but I can't put it in lightroom, your instructions can't follow
If you're having trouble with the preset please send me an email. Thank you.
What do you do health care and insurance ?
2 options. Either pay for it. Or save your money and pay out of pocket. Obviously the 2nd option is a little risky and better for folks who are in good health or don't have any conditions where they need additional health care.
@@jbivphotography I appreciate you’re feedback and quick response, love the channel and would love to chat sometime about weddings
do you have a preferred Raw File viewer?
I generally just work with all of my RAW files in Lightroom Classic.
@@jbivphotography thank you so much for answering! :)
With ai does this work with iPad Pro 2020?
It doesn't. It would be really cool if it did however.
Soon! 👀🔜
my man! you say “hands down” way too much… LoL kidding. thanks for the tips!
Dude! Did you know Imagen AI mentions you in their intro tour? hahaha
👏👏👏
drink everytime John says "hands down"
Sounds fun. 😂
I was surprised to see YNAB on this list, but also very happy to see it. I've been using YNAB for 6 or 7 years now for everything budget related and it's an absolute gem. It can take some time to wrap your brain around it, especially if you're new to budgeting, but it is well worth the time investment to learn. You'll gain that time back 10 fold and have the bonus of knowing exactly where your money is going over time and that sense of security and control you get. Can't speak highly enough about the program, the team that makes it, and the benefits of using it.
If anyone is wondering, no I've never been affiliated with them in any capacity.
Just a heads up, the 10K isn’t in a year, it’s in the life of the account. I asked them myself when I signed up.
OH! That's good to know. Thank you for the clarification.
Am I the only one who enjoys culling? The problem with AI culling is that there are some unconventional shots that end up being some of my favourites. Someone might be blinking, or it might be a bit soft, but there are parts of other parts of the image that really stand out.
John is right though in the sense that these shots probably don't add to your business per say. If AI culls out some photos that you would have kept, your gallery is still most likely going to be good, and you'll save time.
Same with the editing. When I edit my own photos, I don't feel like I've wasted my time. My couples know that I'm taking the time to do this myself, and I think there's a value in that for both myself and them.
I also think that going through the culling process, and especially the editing process, can help make you a better photographer.
But anyone who does AI-it-up, that's cool! Whatever works for someone and their business. Great video, John - as always xo
I actually don't mind culling either. I'd rather just spend my time doing something else.
But I do totally agree with everything you say here. If you haven't been culling and editing your own photos for a couple of years you probably should do it yourself to start out. Really understand the craft and what you're serving your couples with. And then when you start scalling your business look into saving yourself time.
Thanks for adding all of this!
@@jbivphotography I totally agree. I'm still in the learning stage, John. I don't mean in how we're all learning in the grand philosophical sense; I mean with every single wedding I'm learning a lot. I've done like 10 weddings. For someone like you, these AI tools absolutely make sense. :)
Wishing you and your family all the best in 2022 :) Thanks for all your work, by the way. Your videos are incredibly helpful!
3000 total photos...do you even use your camera at a wedding?! :D
😂😂😂 I've recently tried to get in a better habit of being a bit more intentional with my shooting.
@@jbivphotography ;)
How about photographers contract? Ain't that part of the business?
This video was more so meant for someone trying to level up their business. Contracts is something you should have the MOMENT you start. But on the same end you can do contracts withing HoneyBook. It's really awesome.
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NEW BACKUP VIDEO PLEASE🤗
Awesome! Will do!
Kinda feels like any one can shoot on apature priority, have the photos culled and edited by AI in like 1-2 years.
It’s true. But honestly if they’re turning out great work and have happy clients I don’t see it being a problem at all. Holding “shooting manual” as the staple of “great photography” is a mistake in my opinion. As long as the results are great I really don’t care how anyone does it. I myself shoot in manual because it gives me the most flexibility.
No, you should take on debt. You will be losing your ass if you dont buy that new camera on a credit card. I'd be poor as hell if I had to pay for everything upfront to get my business successful.
But the caveats to debt: only apply for cards with 0% apr and fantastic sign up bonuses or 2% cashback. AND THEN, if you dont pay it off within the terms, get a credit card for a balance transfer with 0% apr.
DO NOT EVER pay interest to your debt - that is where you're dead in the water.
That's the thing. Most people do pay interest on their credit card debt because they're using a credit card for money they don't have. Meaning they can't pay back all of what they are purchasing. The more I see credit cards unless you have great income it's really just a trap for the poor. I use credit cards for my business for the exact reason you're talking about with point and things, but if I can I try my best to keep my debt at $0 at all times.
AI?? EDITING? CULLING? TAKE MY MONEY?
RIGHT?! It's really amazing.
Instead of removing constructive comments you could just reply with the best of your knowledge. 👎
??? I haven't removed any comments. Maybe something was flagged by UA-cam for review?
What’s wrong with your hair?
Is there something wrong with it?
@@jbivphotographyya for sure!
My hair wishes it could have as much fun.
@jbivphotography Just want to let you know that you have really been an inspiration for me. Your content has really motivated me to just get started and taking the steps to build a career in photography. Have always been apprehensive, but from the experiences you have shared it's really helped me to develop more confidence in my abilities and to know what to focus on. Thanks for all the material you're putting out here, can't measure how valuable this all is. PS. I too worked the ole "fruit stand" (Apple Store) for some time, may be why I've connected so much with you/your content.