Streamlining Headshot Workflows and Payment Models for Immediate Growth with Seshu Badrinath

Join the Imagen Community on Facebook to continue the discussions between episodes.In this episode, Scott speaks with headshot photographer, Seshu Badrinath, about his photographic and photography business workflows.Seshu is a headshot photographer from Connecticut, known for his knack in capturing the friendly essence of professionals through his lens. With a warm approach, he ensures his subjects are at ease, even amidst the studio lights, making every photo session a comfortable experience. The journey began in 2009 with Connecticut Headshots, initiated through a humble Twitter campaign. Now, Seshu is the go-to photographer for small business owners, executives, actors, and healthcare professionals keen on distinguishing themselves in their fields. Residing in Avon, Connecticut with his family, he continues to make people look their relaxed best, one headshot at a time. (00:00) - 026 (03:12) - What is one thing that you do for the photographic process that has saved you time? (07:51) - What is one thing that you do for the business that saves you time or money? (12:11) - What is one thing that you do for editing that has saved you time? (17:33) - What is one thing that you do after a session that has increased business? (23:27) - Can you share an outlined breakdown of your workflow from lead to delivery? (31:13) - Can you talk about your headshot photography pricing structure? (36:57) - What does the future of AI in photography look like to you? Discussed in this episode- Importance of guidance and expertise in photography decisions- Purpose of the photographs and building trust with potential clients- Payment structure and business growth- Communication for an effective workflow- Importance of lighting and attention to detail in photography- Client outfits and session environment- Pricing and delivering photographs to clients- Personal connection and gratitude for collaboration- The importance of headshots and impact on business opportunities

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Ready to enhance your photography workflow? Welcome to Workflows, a podcast by Imagen that transforms how photographers like you manage their business, making every minute count. Each episode offers advice on optimizing your photography workflows so you spend less time at the desk and more time behind the camera. It also tells real-life stories and shares innovative tools to optimize your operations, helping you maximize efficiency and creativity in your photography business. Join host Scott Wyden Kivowitz, who, despite challenges like dyslexia and color blindness, has mastered the art of efficient workflows to excel in the photography business, as well as building and leading one of the most popular global photography communities on Facebook – the Imagen Community. Through insights and conversations with photographers fro m various countries, backgrounds, and walks of life, discover how structured workflows can save time and alleviate stress in your professional and personal life. Get ready to overcome common industry hurdles and boost your photography business's profitability through effective strategies, innovative tools, tech, and automation. Join the Imagen Community to continue the conversation and connect with fellow photographers, share stories, and access unique resources tailored to the challenges of managing a photography business. Don't let workflow inefficiencies hold you back — tune in to Workflows for inspiration and guidance on crafting a thriving, productive photography business. For photographers who prefer creating stunning images to getting bogged down by business tasks, Workflows is your gateway to a smoother, more rewarding photography career. Join us today at workflowspodcast.com