The FocusedAF Podcast
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Ep35: Starting A Business From Scratch: Navigating A Saturated Market | A Conversation w/Andre Brown
How do you start your business when you've got no portfolio, no industry connections, and you find yourself in a market that's just overflowing with talent?
Andre Brown of the Bokeh Academy knows a thing or two about starting from the ground up, and is now one of the most decorated, celebrated, and sought-after wedding photographers in our industry.
Learn more about how he attracts and books luxury clients, whether it's his over-the-top client experience, or his laser-focus on making sure his business is a well-oiled machine.
Listeners will also receive some special promo codes to his upcoming conference in Atlanta on August 12-14, 2024, where he's invited some of the top minds in the industry to teach photographers how to level up in their business and creativity.
But here's the catch: you've got to listen to win!
You can check out Andre and the Bokeh Photo Summit here:
IG: @andrebrownphoto @bokehphotosummit
LET'S BE FRIENDS:
▸ Wanna share some of your stories with us? Write us here: focused-af.com/contact
▸ Website: focused-af.com
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WHO WE ARE:
Focused AF is a (fun) business-focused podcast for wedding creatives, co-hosted by award-winning husband-and-wife wedding photography teams Ben & Karis, and Jenn & Ro, where we help fellow wedding creatives with their sales & marketing, with laid-back conversations and real talk with some of our most favorite people in the universe.
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Ep34: Running a Successful Filmmaking Business | A Conversation w/ Ben Davis of Yamean Studios
zhlédnutí 10Před 19 hodinami
"Some people are so consumed and pre-occupied with their product, that they forget the EXPERIENCE is a part of that product." Our good friend Ben Davis dropping GOLD on this episode with the Focused AF crew. Learn how he attracts and serves his high-end luxury clients, while juggling his VERY busy family life. You can check out Benjamin BD Davis and Natasha Davis here: yameanstudiosfilms.com/ L...
Ep32: Mastering Wedding Filmmaking & Thriving In The Industry | A Conversation with Jonathan 4K
zhlédnutí 8Před 19 hodinami
If you think that being a wedding photographer in this day in age is hard, try being a wedding filmmaker! We won't argue it's been a strange year for most of us, where it's easy to blame the economy, an election cycle, or even newbies racing to the bottom of the barrel. Despite this, Jonathan of 4k Wedding Films continues to thrive by filming an impressively high volume of weddings by leveragin...
Ep 31: Discover The Secrets To Endless Creative Energy After Photographing Over 1000 Weddings
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Taylor Jackson is a husband, dog-dad, world-traveler, photographer, educator, and pizza-connoisseur. In this episode, we learn how he keeps his creative energy up, year-in and year-out, even after having done over 1000 weddings in his career. You can check him out here: IG: @taylorjackson CZcams: www.youtube.com/@TaylorJacksonPhoto WATCH NEXT: ▸ How to Prioritize Clients over Portfolio: czcams....
Ep30: Unlocking Social Media Strategy For Wedding Industry Success
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"I never signed up to be an influencer." "I never signed up to be a content-creator." "I signed up to create pretty things....and that's it." When you signed up to be a business owner in the wedding industry, you signed up to do whatever it takes to get people to fall in love with your work, your brand, and your voice. Being amazing at your craft is no longer enough - not only do you have to pu...
How This Wedding Pro Handles 400+ Events With Style & Grace | Blanc Noir Event Group Success Story
zhlédnutí 9Před 21 dnem
Managing a wedding business that does 400 events a year is no small feat; but that is exactly what Fernando Serrano and his partner do at Blanc Noir Event Group. Learn how he leverages his time, charm, and relationships to maintain one of the busiest and most successful entertainment companies we know. Also, learn some of the personal struggles that he had with unprofessional wedding vendors wh...
The Fundy Designer Story | Exclusive Interview and Demo with Andy Funderberg
zhlédnutí 5Před 21 dnem
"Fundy Designer software saves marriages, one photographer at a time." That's our story, and we're sticking with it. As longtime users of Fundy's software, as well as patrons of his infamous Fundy parties in Vegas, we're incredibly honored to now consider Fundy a colleague and friend. In today's episode, learn a little bit more about the human being behind this incredible software, which has no...
Ep27: Balancing Motherhood, Marriage, & a Photography Business: Gricel Rivera's Photography Journey
zhlédnutí 14Před 21 dnem
It's not easy being a full time mom, wife, and full time wedding photographer. As a way of reclaiming some work-life balance back to her growing family, Gricel Rivera transitioned to studio work during the pandemic and never looked back. In this episode we talk about: ▸How she transitioned from weddings to portraits in her photography business. ▸How she leverages IPS to help her earn as much fr...
Ep26: Focused AF Summit Recap: A Look at What We Learned by Hosting Our First Photography Conference
zhlédnutí 3Před 28 dny
When Ben & Karis decided to host a summit, we knew it wasn't going to be easy nor perfect. In this episode, we recount all the lessons and victories that we picked up along the way, and how they're going to improve their next conference. WATCH NEXT: ▸ Why We Started Focused AF: czcams.com/video/ySvOS23QQqU/video.html ▸ Meet Jenn & Ro: czcams.com/video/b74ZCxutiQQ/video.html ▸ Meet Karis & Ben: ...
Ep25: How Leandro DaSilva's Passion For Learning Keeps Him At The Top Of His Photography Game
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Some of the most talented photographers we know are perpetual students of their craft; they never stop learning, even when they're at the top of their game. Despite having won dozens of industry awards in his career, Leandro DaSilva continues on his quest to become a better photographer every single day - by attending workshops, conferences and classes all over the US. And even then, his beauti...
Ep24: Unleashing The Power Of AI In Your Photography Business: Tips from Photographer Sam Hurd
zhlédnutí 2Před měsícem
When you're a busy guy like Sam Hurd, you embrace all the nifty tools you have at your disposal that help you become a lean, green, creative machine. In today's episode, we learn a little bit more about Sam's backstory and journey to the present day, as well as all the exciting ways he's currently incorporating AI into his workflow as a photographer. WATCH NEXT: ▸ Why We Started Focused AF: czc...
2023 Roundup & 2024 Goals for Photography Business: Holiday Episode of the Focused AF Podcast
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No season would be complete without a boozy, ugly-sweater party to wrap up our first year as podcasters! In this episode, we recount some of our favorite moments this year, and what we've got planned for next year. WATCH NEXT: ▸ Why We Started Focused AF: czcams.com/video/ySvOS23QQqU/video.html LET'S BE FRIENDS: ▸ Wanna share some of your stories with us? Write us here: focused-af.com/contact ▸...
Ep23: Get To Know Ken Pak: Seasoned Industry Pro Who Brings Humor And Perspective To Photography
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Ken Pak is an industry veteran who injects his special brand of humor and perspective in life, photography, and everything that he does. Learn about his life-long journey to finding his voice as an artist, how industry awards have shaped his trajectory over the years, and why you should always be on your best behavior while photographing on federal property! WATCH NEXT: ▸ Why We Started Focused...
Ep22: Unlocking The Power Of Your Personal Brand: How Attract Dream Clients On Autopilot!
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Tori Kelner is a branding expert who shares with us how her personal brand has allowed her to attract her dream clients on autopilot, and how she leverages this branding in her business. We also learn about her love of Britney Spears, Harry Potter and fluffy socks (all the stuff we love as well!). WATCH NEXT: ▸ How to Create a Marketing Strategy in Your Business: czcams.com/video/Ybd0L2GMbYs/vi...
Ep21: How Andrea & Richard Flores Grew Their Photography Business to Maximize Revenue-Per-Client
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On today's episode, learn how Andrea & Richard Flores grew their little photography passion into a full-fledged, full-service photography studio, allowing them maximize their revenue-per-client and balancing a hectic home life with 3 kids and 50 chickens! Today's drink is a salted-caramel apple cider old fashioned - 1 dash angostura bitters - 1 tsp salted caramel - 2 oz bourbon - 2 oz apple cid...
Ep20: How To Find The Perfect Photographer and Harnessing The Power Of Print for Your Wedding Day
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Ep20: How To Find The Perfect Photographer and Harnessing The Power Of Print for Your Wedding Day
Ep19: Secret Wedding Tips: Uncovering the Perfect Vendors from Wedding Photographers
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Ep19: Secret Wedding Tips: Uncovering the Perfect Vendors from Wedding Photographers
Ep18: Unveiling the Power of Video Marketing: Insights from Marvin Flavien for Wedding Photographers
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Ep18: Unveiling the Power of Video Marketing: Insights from Marvin Flavien for Wedding Photographers
Ep17: Master Your Pricing Strategy: How To Charge What You're Worth as a Wedding Photographer
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Ep17: Master Your Pricing Strategy: How To Charge What You're Worth as a Wedding Photographer
Ep16: Surrounding Yourself With The Right People, Mindset, And Systems For Business Success
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Ep16: Surrounding Yourself With The Right People, Mindset, And Systems For Business Success
Ep15: Tips for Serving Your Customers as a Wedding Photographer
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Ep15: Tips for Serving Your Customers as a Wedding Photographer
Ep14: Tips to Get More Website Traffic and Bookings | Wedding Photography Business Inspiration
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Ep14: Tips to Get More Website Traffic and Bookings | Wedding Photography Business Inspiration
Ep13: Tips to Prioritize Your Clients Over Your Photography Portfolio
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Ep13: Tips to Prioritize Your Clients Over Your Photography Portfolio
Ep12: What It's Like Working with Your Spouse as A Wedding Photographer
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Ep12: What It's Like Working with Your Spouse as A Wedding Photographer
Ep11: The Current State of the Wedding Industry on Focused AF Podcast
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Ep11: The Current State of the Wedding Industry on Focused AF Podcast
Ep10: How to Get More Work Second Shooting Weddings as a Photographer
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Ep10: How to Get More Work Second Shooting Weddings as a Photographer
Ep9: Navigating LGBTQ Inclusivity in the Wedding Industry ft. Rylan Lott, Trans Photographer
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Ep9: Navigating LGBTQ Inclusivity in the Wedding Industry ft. Rylan Lott, Trans Photographer
Ep8: How to Get More Vendor Referrals for Your Photography Business
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Ep8: How to Get More Vendor Referrals for Your Photography Business
Ep7: How to Create a Marketing Strategy for Your Wedding Photography Business
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Ep7: How to Create a Marketing Strategy for Your Wedding Photography Business
Ep6: How to Build a Successful Associate Photography Team
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Ep6: How to Build a Successful Associate Photography Team