The 5 Lessons I've Learned in Business

100 - This week I'm boiling down over a decade in business into five essential takeaways. If you're newer in business or an aspiring pet photographer, consider these hard-won lessons a head start on your path. And if you're multitasking while you listen, pleeease pay close attention to #4. You'll hear about one of the hardest things you can possibly do—and the enormous payoff you'll earn in return. What To Listen For: The good news—and the bad news—about marketing in 2021A homework assignment (hint: practice it in front of the mirror first)What successful photogs in every genre are doingThe easiest way to build the Know, Like & Trust factorA totally made up (but critically important) statistic on self-integrity and successThe sneaky grocery-store trick that helped Nicole build her businessThe freedom of being your own boss is really quite delicious. But the path to attaining that freedom isn't always smooth, and it's not always pretty. With these five lessons in your back pocket, you're poised to dance right past some of the most common obstacles on the road to success. 💃🏻Resources From This Episode: Episode 45 - Using Video to Book More Clients, with Andrew HellmichHair of the Dog Academy Hair of the Dog Facebook groupHair of the Dog Elevate coaching programJOIN THE PARTY: Connect with us on Instagram Explore valuable pet photography resources here Discover effective pricing and sales strategies for all portrait photographers. Ready to grow your business? Elevate helps you do just that. Check out our recommended gear and favorite books.

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Welcome to the Freedom Focus Photography Podcast, the essential audio hub for portrait photographers eager to launch and elevate their businesses to achieve their ideal version of success. Hosted by Nicole Begley, a former zoological animal trainer turned accomplished family and then pet/equine photographer, this podcast is your go-to resource for transforming your photographic passion into a thriving business.Since making the leap into photography in 2010 and quickly scaling her business to six figures, Nicole has dedicated herself to guiding photographers like you through the complexities of the industry. Whether you're laying the foundation or seeking to grow your existing business, the Freedom Focus Photography Podcast dives into the often overlooked secrets to success.Join Nicole and a vibrant community of like-minded photographers on the Freedom Focus Photography Podcast. Together, we'll explore the paths to a profitable photography business that supports the life you've always envisioned.