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Welcome to the Podcast Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts EPISODE 9 Summary: In this episode I will talk about the ways I maintained a consistent and solid portfolio, over my time as a family photographer and how that lead me to create a flourishing business with returning clients. What is a portfolio and […]
Gemma Heard, a seasoned accountant, discusses the significance of money mindset in business success and financial empowerment for women. By understanding and shifting our beliefs about money, individuals can improve their financial health and achieve their business goals. She also provides practical tips for managing debt and pricing services.
The podcast episode features Natalie Martin discussing menstrual cycle awareness and its impact on women’s lives and businesses. She explains the importance of tracking your cycle to optimize productivity and well-being. Understanding your body’s rhythm helps manage symptoms, harness superpowers, and improve overall life and work balance.
Jodie Mitchell, a self-employed wedding photographer and former SEO specialist, shares her expertise on SEO in Episode 6 of the Gather to Grow podcast. She explains essential SEO elements like optimising page titles, meta descriptions, and alt text for images. Mitchell emphasises the importance of Google My Business profiles and advises integrating SEO practices gradually for best results.
In this podcast episode, Yasmin Anne explains how AI can benefit photography businesses through automation and time-saving techniques. She highlights specific applications including email organization, idea management, social media automation, blogging, and marketing copy generation. Yasmin emphasizes AI as a tool to enhance business efficiency, while still valuing personal input.
Charlotte is a life and business coach dedicated to empowering women towards fulfilment and success. She works with private clients and global brands to improve team dynamics, confidence, and performance. With a focus on nurturing inner confidence, she emphasises honouring personal values, taking action despite fears, and letting go of perfectionism for growth.
Yasmin Anne, an entrepreneur and mother, discusses the nuances of self-employment in her podcast. She emphasises mindset shifts, financial risks, and the need for self-discipline. Yasmin advises on creating financial safety nets and setting realistic deadlines before transitioning to self-employment. She encourages listeners to plan carefully and trust their motivations.
As a photographer, you may face self-doubt and fear, making it essential to strengthen your mindset. Charlotte Lodey, a confidence expert, suggests finding authentic confidence and dealing with your fears by understanding your insecurities, ignoring others’ negative opinions, visualising your desired life, and fostering a positive relationship with money to overcome challenges and enhance self-worth.
Katie Williams Photography specialises in natural newborn and family photos in Manchester, describing her style as simple, yet precious. She turned her photography hobby into a thriving business over 9 years ago and is now eager to go full-time. The Gather to Grow event left her energised with new poses, friends, and inspiration, to become a full time photographer.