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    Setting Your Weekly Schedule as a Wedding Photographer

    In today’s video is a behind-the-scenes look at how I organize my weekly schedule as a wedding photographer – this is one of the questions I get asked the MOST as a business coach!

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    When I'm not cuddling on the couch with my cat Keegan or out enjoying a glass of bubbly at a local Cincinnati wine bar, you'll find me typing & recording away - trying to download everything I've learned about business into free, tactical content for creatives like you!

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    Business coach, editor & brand photographer based out of Cincinnati, Ohio. When I'm teaching about systems or editing, you'll find me at a vineyard or cuddled with my cat Keegan on our cozy couch!
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    In today’s video is a behind-the-scenes look at how I organize my weekly schedule as a wedding photographer – this is one of the questions I get asked the MOST as a business coach!

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    Ready to elevate your brand visuals? Let’s talk about 5 props that you will want to incorporate into your next brand shoot!

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    Ready to speed up your editing workflow this year? Here’s a video all on the #1 editing tool you need to make it happen – and no, I’m not talking about AI in this video but stay tuned for that!

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    So busy season has *finally* slowed down and you’re taking a few months at a slower pace before you’re back to shooting every week! So as a photographer, what are some of the best ways to utilize that “down” time to set yourself up to thrive when busy season comes back around in the spring?

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    In today’s video I’m walking you through my yearly business planning process and how this differentiates from the quarterly planning that I do throughout the year!

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    Ever catch yourself scrolling through Instagram, eyeing your own profile, and thinking, “Man, those pictures need a glow-up!” Well, you’re not alone – I’ve *definitely* been there before and guess what? It might just be the perfect time for a branding photo session!

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    I often get asked what I do during the months when I’m not photographing weddings, and there are actually so many things that happen behind the scenes MONTHS before to make a successful wedding season!

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    For Jennifer of the Maker Bee Hive’s brand session we encapsulated the creative force that she is behind a brand that embodies authenticity, vibrancy, and heart-centered connection.

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    Meet Heather Richards, the driving force behind Above Par which works with mid-size businesses help them with their accounting and operational excellence. Here’s how we conveyed her work through her recent branding session to showcase her expertise!

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    Introducing Eric Stone, a remarkable therapist specializing in trauma-informed care and couples therapy. With a focus on accessibility and understanding, Eric creates a safe space for healing and growth. But before we delve into his approach, let’s talk about the power of his branding photos!

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    I went from charging $600 per wedding to $5-12K and went full-time within 1 year of starting my biz!

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