Wisdom in the Tangents Photography Podcast

We hear a lot of complaints about price shoppers in the photography industry. One minute scrolling through a local photography facebook page and you'll have more than enough.But maybe we shouldn't write them off too quickly. Maybe with the right client experience (yes this includes the lead nurturing sequence) they can turn into dream clients.My guest is Tiffany Crenshaw. She's the artist and boss babe behind Animal House Photography, a lifestyle newborn and family photographer based in Alabama. She's an educator who has a passion for Running a profitable and joy-filled business that serves her clients, and more importantly, her family and that is the heart behind her education. Today we're talking about how to turn price shoppers into dream clients by creating an elevated client experience. Tiffany shares some tips and strategies for connecting with your leads, cultivating an amazing experience, and growing the good name of your business.Sponsor of the show: Imagen AIGet 1500 images edited for free at allheartphoto.com/aiConnect with Tiffany:animalhouse-photography.cominstagram.com/animalhousephotographyFollow the show at:instagram.com/witt.podyoutube.com/@wisdominthetangents

There is a lot of pride in being a "self taught" photographer or business owner. I know I touted that title at one time. But can we truly be self taught, and if not, how can we fast-track our success?Pye Jirsa is my guest today. He's the co-founder of Lin and Jirsa Photography, a multi-seven-figure wedding and portrait photography studio, and the co-founder of SLR Lounge, a photography website and community dedicated to empowering photographers of all levels with the knowledge and resources they need to succeed.Today we talk about business mindsets, lessons, and how to grow and scale your business quickly without having to go through the trial and error yourself.Sponsor of the show: Imagen AIGet 1500 images edited for free at allheartphoto.com/aiConnect with Pye:slrlounge.comlinandjirsa.cominstagram.com/pyejirsaFollow the show at:instagram.com/witt.podyoutube.com/@wisdominthetangents

Your business should allow you more, otherwise you might as well have stayed in that 9-5 cubicle.My guest, Jamie Fisher returns to the show to share about how you can set up your business to be give you more. More time, more independence, more legacy, more revenue, and do more good for the world around you.Connect with Jamie:instagram.com/jamiefishercollectivejamiefishercollective.comTime Suck QuizEp 189 - Not Knowing Your Numbers is Hurting You with Jamie Fisher and Heather LeicyFollow the show at:instagram.com/witt.podyoutube.com/@wisdominthetangentspodcast.allheartphoto.com

It's great to set goals for your business. That's one of the best motivators to get us to grow. However some of our goals can actually hurt us if we achieve them.Today I'm diving into how you can set up a solid foundation in business so that reaching your goals will be easier and after reaching them you can sustain that growth.Follow the show at:instagram.com/witt.podyoutube.com/@wisdominthetangents

We're counting down your top 5 most loved episodes of the 2024 season. Join me with some short clips from each episode #2 and #1 this week.Check out the full episodes wherever you listen to podcasts and get some free resources at podcast.allheartphoto.comEpisode 206 - Fill Your Calendar During the Slow Season with Kir Tuben instagram.com/kir2benkir2ben.comEpisode 191 - Embracing the Imperfect with John Dolanjohndolan.cominstagram.com/johndoanphotogFollow the show at:instagram.com/witt.podyoutube.com/@wisdominthetangents

We're counting down your top 5 most loved episodes of the 2024 season. Join me with some short clips from each episode #5, #4, and #3 this week.Check out the full episodes wherever you listen to podcasts and get some free resources at podcast.allheartphoto.comEpisode 196 - Navigating Neurodivergence while living in a Culture Designed for Neurotypicals with Mallorie Rodgers thecouchtherapy.orginstagram.com/mallorierodgersEpisode 211 - How to be a Great Second Photographer with Emily Wisch  @emilywisch  emilywisch.cominstagram.com/wischyouwerehereEpisode 203 - Forget the Trends and Create Work that Speak to You with Kyle and Bianca Thompson of Oak and Iron Photo  @oakandironphoto  oakandironphoto.cominstagram.com/oakandironphototiktok.com/@pastramionryeFollow Follow the show at:instagram.com/witt.podyoutube.com/@wisdominthetangents

When we begin our business journeys, we are often very similar to our own clients. However, as your business grows, your target clients can change too.Learning how to market and attract your target client can be difficult if you, yourself would no longer be your target client.We dive into how to reach a market that isn't second nature in my interview on the Gold Biz Podcast with Rachel Traxler. Check out more of Rachel's episodes wherever you podcast.Sponsor of the episode: The Hybrid Collective Feb 23-27, 2025Use Promo code "John" in checkout to save $350thehybridco.comConnect with Rachelinstagram.com/racheltraxlerracheltraxler.comGold Biz Podcast with Rachel TraxlerFollow the show:instagram.com/witt.podyoutube.com/@wisdominthetangentstiktok.com/@wittpod

When our photography and our life experience mesh, that's where fulfillment and ease reside in your business.Matt Jacob is a Bali based photographer who has traveled the world creating in-depth and beautiful environmental portraits. He's also the host of the Mood Podcast, and today we dive into mindsets and philosophies of being a photographer.From the importance of connecting with your subject before you ever take a photo, to gaining empathy for those around us, this is a great conversation and episode.Sponsor of the episode: The Hybrid Collective Feb 23-27, 2025Use Promo code "John" in checkout to save $350thehybridco.comConnect with Mattinstagram.com/mattyj_aymattjacobphotography.comThe Mood PodcastFollow the show:instagram.com/witt.podyoutube.com/@wisdominthetangentstiktok.com/@wittpod

There is an under-representation in the wedding industry of couples who exist in larger bodies, and Christine Wright is educating and leading wedding professionals in how we can make a difference.We get into some of the mindsets and limited experience in working with plus sized couples that is holding us back from creating a luxury and elevated experience for them in front of the camera and beyond.Grab a Coffee on me for leaving a review on Apple PodcastsSponsor of the show: Imagen AIGet 1500 images edited for free at allheartphoto.com/aiConnect with Christineinstagram.com/swishnclickswishandclick.comElevated and Inclusive Plus Sized WorkshopFollow the show:instagram.com/witt.podyoutube.com/@wisdominthetangentstiktok.com/@wittpod

I often hear from creative entrepreneurs that they don't have enough time to create content on a regular basis. Well, my guest today is sharing with us how we can create content easily and strategically while saving time.Eden is the blog writer and SEO strategist behind Maven Made Copy. She creates a custom blog strategy for each client that combines personality and SEO to grow their website traffic and attract the right leads.Sponsor of the show: Imagen AIGet 1500 images edited for free at allheartphoto.com/aiConnect with Edeninstagram.com/mavenmadecopymavenmadecopy.comFollow the show:instagram.com/witt.podyoutube.com/@wisdominthetangentstiktok.com/@wittpod