There is an old saying: “You need to spend money to make money.’  What do you think about that? How does that make you feel? Are you investing in your business or no? Are you doing everything yourself? If so, get ready for some tough love from me with this episodeHow and when, and more importantly WHY you need to spend money in your business if you want to grow ...and why sometimes it takes us a while to figure this out… and how much it may be costing you while you are determined to DIY everything.

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023 Ready to grow your business? Then spend some damn money!

How many of you feel stuck with your business and where you are with it? Are you scared to raise your prices? Stressing that you are not good enough? Worried about what people will think?This episode is going to help you get out of your own way so you can grow the business of your dreams!Highlights:Being an employee vs running a business [7:35]How to remove your fear in order to start DOING [11:43]When clients say NO to your prices [18:46]Giving “Value” to your clients [25:49]Why you need to hire people! [43:37]Links mentioned in the show:Lianne’s Sept 2nd Fall Eventmamasandco.com/fallLianne’s podcast interview with James Wedmore“The Beliefs That Keep You From Scaling”http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/385Where to find LiannePodcasthttps://www.liannekim.com/blogInstagram@mammasandco@liannekimcoach

022 How to move past fear and uncertainty with Lianne Kim

Join us as we chat with Sandra De Freitas, Sandra is an expert with Facebook groups. Hang out with us as I ask her how to create engagement in a group, how to grow a group from scratch and how to revive a dead group.  Sandra also has 2 simple posts that are sure to get a ton of engagement, post them today and see!

021 Grow your facebook group with Sandra De Freitas

Today we are talking all about social media for photographers, but specifically something that MIGHT just make you a bit uncomfortable, and that is… video. Specifically, YOU getting in front of the camera!Don’t run away… if that is something that makes your stomach churn, then you really need to listen to this episode...and don’t worry- I have a free download for you with a bunch of ideas and topics to post on social media that will get your followers engaged and talking,  so you can’t use the excuse “I have nothing to post” ;-) 

020 This episode may make you a bit uncomfortable

If you are a boudoir photographer, you know the frustration. Killer photos but not allowed to share!Today wwe go over some options you have to get more clients to let you share their images… and no, it does NOT require to offer a discount or give free images to get the ok.

019 How to get your boudoir clients to let you share their images

Join us as we chat with Brooke Jefferson, a family and lifestyle photographer who also teaches portrait photographers all things business and marketing.  A girl after my own heart.Hang out with us as we chat and Brooke shares her top 3 tips on how to kill it on the ‘gram as a portrait photographer, and, you guys- these are tips that you can totally implement right now… there is one in particular that I am going to for sure!

018 Killing it on IG with Brooke Jefferson

Today we’ll be talking with a boudoir photographer, Michael Sasser. Does it take more convincing when it comes to getting clients? Are there any trust issues that male boudoir photographers have to face and overcome? We’ll talk about all these and more with Michael.He’ll also be sharing with us some insights on how being a guy in the boudoir industry isn’t a hindrance and can actually work to your advantage. Let’s get right on it!

017 What it’s like being a male boudoir photographer with Michael Sasser

Today, we’re talking with Michelle Brewster, a newborn photographer who has a pretty unique idea of how you can serve your clients when you can&apos;t actually photography them.

016 Make money as a newborn photographer when you can’t shoot with Michelle Brewster

Bryan Caporicci, founder and CEO of Sprout Studios talks about how Sprout Studios is helping photographers during this pandemic.

015 Build your photography business during a pandemic with Bryan Caporicci from Sprout Studios

One thing you don’t want in your business is a confused customer. Why?Because a confused mind says no.Keeping your price list simple will help increase your sales.  This episode will explain how.

014 A Simple Price List for Higher Sales

Three of the most common mistakes I see photographers make around pricing.Are you guilty of any of these? I sure was.

013 Are You Making These 3 Big Pricing Mistakes?

Today we are talking to Sean Brown a Senior Photographer What exactly is senior photography and how can you start incorporating this genre into your photography offerings?Also, we are discussing how you can separate yourself from your competition, get more sales, give more value, and much more. Also Sean has a fantastic way that he stands out in his saturated market, and it&apos;s kinda brilliant.~t

012 Senior Photography with Sean Brown

Join me as I chat with Easton Reynolds, founder of The Art of Six Figures.We’ll learn about Facebook ads, and strategies you can use specifically as a photographer.  We will also find out if you should or should not boost your posts, and more. 

011 FB Ads with Easton Reynolds

On today’s episode I’m chatting with Nate Grahek founder of sticky albums we are talking about pricing, but more specifically what to do or say when a client reaches out to ask you “how much”Nate has some great ideas plus he has a free course for you around how to deliver your pricing in order to book the right clients and increase your sales.That’s coming up so stick with us!

010 How to Deliver your pricing to book the right clients and increase sales with Nate Grahek

I have my very first guest on the podcast today!Tanya Conner-Green of Whole Hearted Business Coaching helps women entrepreneurs grow their business to 6 figures and increase their income exponentially.I met Tanya when we were both just starting out on our business journey back in 2012.  She came to me for branding and beauty shots and we have been friends ever since. It&apos;s been amazing watching her grow her business and today you will hear some of her thoughts around how to attract your dream clients and how to market to them, including her "Lazy girl/Smart girl hack"  You are gonna love this episode!

009 How to attract your Ideal client with Tanya Conner Green

Tanya Smith, a women's boudoir and beauty portrait photographer, reveals her tips and tricks on how to take your side hustle into full time income of 6 figures and beyond. Learn strategies to have you working less and making more while filling up your calendar with clients you LOVE to work with. Since 2011 Tanya has been growing a successful portrait business, and is sharing her wins, failures and lessons that she has learned along the way with you. Learn about marketing, sales, pricing, workflows, building a team, and more. This podcast is for you if you are just starting out and want to learn the business of portrait photography, or if you want to stop working like crazy and start making serious income. Imagine making more money doing what you love and gaining the freedom to do more of what you want.

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