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Mindset & Money Mastery for Photographers with Karinda K.83. Finding Balance Coming Back To Your Business with a New Vision with Guest Bethany QuinnSend us a textWhat happens when your dream photography business leaves you completely burned out? In this raw and inspiring episode, Bethany Quinn shares her journey from building a booming downtown boudoir studio to hitting a wall of exhaustion that forced her to walk away from photography for an entire year.After pouring everything into a passion project that left her depleted, Bethany realized something had to change. Her comeback story is filled with powerful lessons every photographer needs to hear—about boundaries, sustainable systems, and building a business that supports your life, not dr...2025-06-301h 02
The Portrait System PodcastFrom Photography Burnout To Loving Your Business Again with Bethany QuinnGet a FREE Posing eBook from The Portrait System here: https://the-portrait-system.lpages.co/podcast-pose-funnel/Today on The Portrait System Podcast, host, photographer and educator Nikki Closser interviews boudoir, maternity & equine photographer Bethany Quinn. Listen in as Bethany tells us all about her journey from being burnout by her business to falling in love with a new genre and finding success again. Don't miss out on this inspiring and educational interview!PODCAST LISTENER SPECIAL!! If you want to get started with the Portrait System, get a special discount using code “POD7” to get one month acces...2024-10-2957 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life87. What To Do When You Need Help With Your Photography BusinessDISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Coaching with Bethany
Questions? Reach out to me on instagram @bethanyquinnstudios
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Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
Find Bethany on Instagram @bethanyquinnstudios
SPECIAL THANKS
Bethany M Quinn Coaching - www.bethanymquinn.com
Follow TBPL on Instagram- @bethanyquinnstudios
Sarah Wilkie, Virtual Assistant & Editor. https://www.wilkeondemand.com/2024-03-2616 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life86. The #1 Tool I Used to Build My Boudoir Photography Brand
“You’re not just building a steamy business to help your clients feel hot again, you’re selling confidence.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
The Witchy Lady Shop - A Boutique for Mindful Healing
Why having a blog is more than SEO.
Blog topics to write about.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
2024-03-1918 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life85. What You Need to Know Before Leasing A Studio SpaceDISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Pros and cons of each studio location.
Having a studio at a co-working space.
Having a studio at home.
Having your own studio at a separate location.
Sharing a studio space.
Shooting in small spaces.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
SPECIAL THANKS
Bethany M...2024-02-2022 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life84. 10 Reasons Your Marketing Efforts Might Not Be Working Out“What you energetically seek also seeks you.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
How you could be confusing your clients.
How to appear professional.
People don’t hire the best photographer, they hire the one they know.
Utilizing social media to leverage your website.
Sit tight, this is a standard operating procedure when you’re in the photography industry. It’s important to have a great mindset.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir...2024-02-1311 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life83. 4 Ways to Solve This Giant ProblemDISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Addressing the elephant in the room when it comes to in person sales.
How to prepare for a no sale.
Just know that it’s normal and a standard operating procedure when it comes to being in a photography business.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
SPECIAL THANKS
Bethany M Quinn Coachi...2024-02-0614 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life82. 5 Things That Make My Life Easier As A Boudoir PhotographerRESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
SPECIAL THANKS
Bethany M Quinn Coaching - www.bethanymquinn.com
Follow TBPL on Instagram- @bethanyquinnstudios
Sarah Wilkie, Virtual Assistant & Editor. https://www.wilkeondemand.com/
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bethany-quinn/message2024-01-3012 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life81. Mind Over Matter: Elevating Your Boudoir Photography with a Powerful Mindset“Mindset in boudoir photography is all about embracing growth.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Podcasts for Mindset
The One You Feed
Being Boss
Books
The Wealthy Spirit by Chellie Campbell
Succulent Wild Woman by SARK
The Geode Theory by Teri Hofford
You’re a Badass At Making Money by Jen Sincero
Instagram Account
@peaceful_barb
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasur...2024-01-2316 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life80. The Biggest Things I’ve Accomplished In 2023“As I reflect on this year it’s been a lot of mental growth and helping me reconnect with my worth and my time.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
How Bethany learned that her time was more valuable.
When she decided to cut back on shooting.
Achievements and wrapping up the year.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrat...2024-01-1610 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life79. Creating Events for Your ClientsDISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Why would you want to create events for your clients?
It doesn’t have to be huge, like a gala, but if you’re interested in doing a gala listen to episode 76. I Hosted A Gala for my Boudoir Clients, Here’s How I Did It
Ideas for client events.
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...2024-01-0911 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life78. 8 Steps to Map Out Your Boudoir Photography BusinessDISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
New Year’s resolutions are overrated.
Planning out your year.
The 8 steps to map out your boudoir photography Business
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
SPECIAL THANKS:
Bethany M Quinn Coaching - www.bethanymquinn.com
Follow TBPL on Instagram- @bethanyquinnstudios
Sarah Wilkie, Virtual Assistant & Editor. https://www.w...2024-01-0206 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life77. 6 Things that Horses Have Taught Me About My Boudoir BusinessDISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
The burnout is real!
The 3 mares in my life and what they’ve taught me.
Throw perfectionism out the window.
Have a plan, but follow it loosely.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
SPECIAL THANKS:
Bethany M Quinn Coaching - www.bethanymquinn.com
Follow TBPL on Instagram...2023-12-2618 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life76. I Hosted A Gala for my Boudoir Clients, Here's How I Did It.SHOW NOTES
“I’ve never done this before and I was scared through the entire process.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
14 things to keep in mind if you decide to do a gala for your clients.
It’s ok if you don’t hit your total number of participants. (No one is paying attention, they’re just happy to participate.)
You’ll blow your own hair back and surprise yourself at what you can do.
Feel the feelings and do it anyway.
RESOURCES
Inner Circ...2023-12-1922 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life75. How to have a 6 Figure Boudoir Photography BusinessSHOW NOTES
“This gets to be easy.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
The 2 Day Workshop: The 4 Steps to a 6 Figure Boudoir Photography Business.
The Boudoir Business Roadmap Mastermind in Vegas
Believing in yourself.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
SPECIAL THANKS:
Bethany M Quinn Coaching - www.bethanymquinn...2023-12-1208 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life74. How to Generate 4 Figure Sales w/ PosingRESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
SPECIAL THANKS
Bethany M Quinn Coaching - www.bethanymquinn.com
Follow TBPL on Instagram- @bethanyquinnstudiosSarah Wilkie, Virtual Assistant & Editor. https://www.wilkeondemand.com/
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bethany-quinn/message2023-12-0507 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life73. Don’t Skip These Crucial Steps In Your Boudoir Photography Business“Provide your clients with information to empower them to book with you, which in turn empowers you.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
How to establish yourself as an authority in your industry.
How to look professional.
Putting yourself in your clients shoes.
Social media isn’t enough to legitimize your business.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence...2023-11-2812 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life72. 6 Things You Didn’t Know About Having A Private FB GroupDISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
How VIP Facebook groups aren’t dead.
You don’t have to post more than 3 times a week.
Showing up live.
How you don’t need a huge following.
How knowing your dream client is important to your group.
Done is better than perfect.
Quality over quantity.
Membership questions and why they’re important.
Warming up your audience before you start selling to them.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a...2023-11-2110 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life71. Desperate for Bookings? Do this Instead“You have to be the one to carry the vision”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
How to focus on delivering value to your clients.
How shooting begets more shooting.
What you focus on expands and what do we mean by that.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
SPECIAL THANKS
2023-11-1418 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life70. How to Hire Your Hair and Makeup Artist w/ Jess Winchell, Nikki Brown, and Lorena SomersDISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
The questions you should be asking a hair and makeup artist.
What you need in order for hair and makeup artists to take you seriously.
How much time should one spend on hair and makeup.
Also, how to connect with hair and makeup artists.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
2023-11-0731 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life69. 11 Steps to Building the Boudoir Photography Portfolio of Your DreamsSHOW NOTES
“You need a portfolio before you start marketing.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Reasons why you don’t go to market as soon as you get your camera.
Why it’s important to have your dream client in mind.
Following your why.
Don’t quit your day job, just yet.
Know your camera like the back of your hand.
How to make a mood board.
How to quickly and easily memorize your poses.
When to marke...2023-10-3122 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life68. What You Need To Know If You're Afraid of IPSSHOW NOTES
“Educate your clients from the beginning all the way through, until you deliver their product.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
The reality of “automated galleries”.
How your clients and you can benefit from IPS.
How to do an IPS session (easy!)
One of my student’s experiences with IPS as a consumer, that left a bad taste in his mouth.
How you have what it takes to execute an IPS session.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Jo...2023-10-2417 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life67. How Your Programming Is Holding You BackSHOW NOTES:
“Whatever we do within our personal lives, automatically translates to our business.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
How burnout is created.
How reprogramming your limiting beliefs from your childhood can help you form new thoughts, therefore feeding your good wolf.
Excerpt from Riding Between the Worlds with Linda Kohanov about feeling seen and heard.
RESOURCES
Riding Between the Worlds by Linda Kohanov
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir ph...2023-10-1741 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life66. What You Need To Know To Find Your Dream Clients“All your clients know is that they want to work with you because of the work you produce."
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Naming the hangups when it comes to finding your dream clients.
How to demystify your ideal clients.
How to make it easier to figure them out.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is cele...2023-10-1009 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life65. How To Find Your Dream Studio w/ Darcy Poulos“Get clear on where you want to be and what you want in your studio space.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
How using a realtor can help connect you with your dream studio.
The process of commercial vs residential property.
How it works when it comes to hiring a realtor.
RESOURCES
Connect with Darcy
Instagram @DarcyPCaresforMe
Facebook Darcy Poulos
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expert...2023-10-0324 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life64. How to Make Time In Your DaySHOW NOTES:
“Don’t look at your competition unless you want to ask them out for coffee.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Giving yourself some grace.
Time saving case studies.
Time blocking and spending one day on one project.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
SPECIAL THANKS
Sarah Wilkie, Vi...2023-09-2617 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life63. How I Became Booked Out w/ Boudoir Clients for 3 Months During a Global Shut Down“Give these people something to look forward to!”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
How I went against all the ‘no’s’ I received and discouragement around my business.
What I did with my time during the COVID-19 shutdown.
Facebook lives are not that scary.
How this is possible for you too.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is...2023-09-1922 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life62. The Tools You Didn’t Know You Needed Until Now“Have you ever noticed when you want something so badly, that someone else gets it? Be happy for them, because it means that it’s getting closer to you.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
The manifestation process.
How a manifestation practice plays in your business and life.
Consistency is key.
Put in your part with the process.
How mindset plays an important role in how you’ll receive your manifestations.
Bethany’s manifestation story.
Journal prompts.
RESOURCES
Inner Circ...2023-09-1228 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life59. Investing in YourselfSHOW NOTES
“It’s not about the money from these masterminds, it’s about the freedom you get when you work for yourself."
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Going from a survive to thrive mindset
Bethany’s money story.
Bethany’s expanders.
You’re creating a service for others, so get out there!
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativit...2023-09-0510 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life60. 7 Ways To Get BookingsSHOW NOTES
“Put those eggs in multiple baskets!”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Go back to the beginning and create a portfolio of work you’re proud of.
Where are you marketing?
Consistency
Who is your dream client?
Pricing, is it in alignment with you?
One genre at a time.
Take a break.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yo...2023-09-0511 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life61. How I Found A Solution to My Burn Out Periods w/ Abby Neesen from Epona Healing with HorsesSHOW NOTES
“They’re accepting us as a member of the herd and encouraging us to get more congruent.” - Abby Neesen
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Who is Abby and what does she do?
What a session looks like with Abby, Dusty, and Te.
All about that tapping.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrate...2023-09-0527 min
Rough Drafts: How God Writes His Love in Our StoriesBethany Quinn: Best Friends, College, Mission Trips, and more!You've met Tyler...now it's time to meet part 2 of this week's couple's special....Bethany Quinn.
Bethany grew up in White Bluff and never expected her journey would bring her full circle, back to teaching in the school where she was class president. God's plans never seem to go the direction we expect!
2023-08-171h 07
Rough Drafts: How God Writes His Love in Our StoriesTyler Quinn: Fitting in and Leading the WayIt's a special week of Rough Drafts....you get both halves of a Dickson County power couple: Tyler and Bethany Quinn! Bethany's episode releases Thursday.
Tyler tells the story of how he came to know God, how a neighbor introduced him to church, and how eventually he found his place. What's really cool to me is that God is now using Tyler to help other people find their place. He leads the Gap ministry - aimed at our 20-somethings who tend to fall between the cracks, into the gap.
2023-08-1542 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life58. Demystifying Pricing and Products“Your clients don’t know what they want until they see their images for the first time.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
It’s not about what the market wants.
3 simple collections
Get the “done for you” Profitable Pricing Guide for Boudoir Photographers for only $10.
RESOURCES
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Special Thanks:
2023-08-1509 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life57. How to Make Your Business Work for You“Action is the cure for procrastination.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
How we are constantly working on our photography businesses and sometimes it can feel like we’re not going anywhere.
Tuning out the world.
Where have I been these past few months?
My confrontation with burn out.
Starting another genre in my photography business.
How the Boudoir Business Roadmap can work for other genres of photography.
Tales from the end of my studio lease.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle M...2023-08-0815 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life56. The Top 7 Things Preventing You from Being Successful in Your Boudoir Photography Business“Do it scared. What are you gaining from playing small?”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Getting out of your comfort zone.
The top 7 things that are preventing you from being successful in your boudoir photography business.
The solution.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
Special Thanks
Sarah Wilkie, Virtual Assistant & Editor. https://www.wilkeondemand.com/
Bethany Quinn Studio...2023-03-0705 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life55. The Most Important Foundations of Your Boudoir Photography Business.“Stick to one marketing strategy at a time. Even then, there are foundations that need to be put into place before the marketing process begins.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Finding your ideal client.
Building your portfolio.
Create your website or landing page. More in episode 8.
Create your social media presence.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
Special Thanks
Sarah Wilk...2023-02-2813 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life54. Do's and Don'ts When It Comes to Naming Your Boudoir“Create a name you can grow into.”
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
Special Thanks
Sarah Wilkie, Virtual Assistant & Editor. https://www.wilkeondemand.com/
Bethany Quinn Studios- www.bethanyquinnstudios.com
Follow BBE on Instagram- @bethanyquinnstudios
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bethany-quinn/message2023-02-2118 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life53. How to Evoke Confidence In Your Boudoir Business“All this to say, don’t live with the regret of not doing it. This business of mine is something that is truly life changing for not only you, but your clients too.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Reflecting on Bethany’s beginnings as a boudoir photographer.
How no one understood my vision.
Stop worrying about what other people think.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confide...2023-02-1407 minThis Boudoir Photographer Life52. How to Market, Network, and Beyond with Jane Corley from Pic-VisionsQuote: “Your competitors can be your best asset”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE (so many things!)
Website
How to fall in love with your business.
Branding
Diva Day
Google my business
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
Jane Corley
Pic Visions Media Arts & Photography
Personal and Business Branding Photographer in Columbia, So...2023-02-071h 37
This Boudoir Photographer Life51. How to Get Bookings, Posing, and All Things Start Up Live Q+A“Starting your business can be overwhelming until you have everything set up. It’s best to do one thing at a time and break your tasks into smaller segments.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Starting out with your boudoir photography business.
Posing and 5 core poses.
Editing philosophies.
Booking.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
Special Thanks2023-01-3145 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life50. How I Took A Month Off from My Boudoir Photography Business“I’m sharing this with you, to show you what’s possible for you and your photography business, so you too can take a month or more off.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
My exact system for making sure my business can run on it’s own without being interrupted.
The importance of “me time”.
Episode 42: Why You Would Hire a Virtual Assistant w/ Sarah Wilke from Wilke On Demand
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Episode 42: Why You Would Hire a Virtual Assistant w/ Sarah Wilke from Wilke On Demand
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner c...2023-01-2407 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life49. The Importance of Showing Diverse Body Types in Your Portfolio“ The more people that see your work with different body types will see themselves and identify with that subject in your images. “Hey, they look like me!”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Why is it important to show diverse bodies in your portfolio?
Challenging the stereotype of society's unrealistic beauty standards.
Deconstructing why the fashion industry is obsessed with “sample sized” models.
Lovin’ what your mama gave ya.
Lizzo’s speech at the Emmys for her Prime video reality series, “Lizzo’s Watch Out for the Big Grrrls”
RESOURCES
Lizzo’s speech at the Emmys for...2023-01-1707 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life48. How to Focus On What Matters Most in Your Photography Business“You can’t make an impact on your world by re-enacting the same cut and paste methods as someone else.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
How to identify what needs your attention first.
Make a list (I’m a huge fan!)
The different phases of priorities in your business.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
Special Thanks
Sarah Wilke, Virtual A...2023-01-1007 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life47. 3 Tips on How to Set Yourself Up for Success in the New Year“When you’re making your goals, they may seem big and scary, if they don’t then re-evaluate. Life is too short to play small.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
What do you want to spend time doing in the new year?
What’s working and what’s not?
How many shoots do you want to book?
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence...2023-01-0309 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life46. How to Collaborate with Magazine Publications as a Boudoir and Empowerment Photographer“You’ll also want to bring a tangible piece, like a portfolio or album with you. But make it purse size.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
The importance of networking.
How to prepare for networking events.
How networking can lead to more opportunities.
More Magazine and collaboration with a writer.
RESOURCES
Check out MORE Magazine
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidenc...2022-12-2712 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life45. What to do When Your Client Wants to CancelRESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
Special Thanks
Sarah Wilkie, Virtual Assistant & Editor. https://www.wilkeondemand.com/
Bethany Quinn Studios- www.bethanyquinnstudios.com
Follow BBE on Instagram- @bethanyquinnstudios
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bethany-quinn/message2022-12-2011 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life44. A Client's Perspective: Interview with Britnee K.DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Britnee’s perspective as to why she wanted to book a session and why she wants to keep coming back.
Britnee’s shoot and how it went.
How her session affected her morale.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
Special Thanks
Sarah Wilkie, Virtual Assistant & Editor. https://www.wilkeondemand.com/
Bethany Quinn S...2022-12-1324 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life43. How to Conduct an IPS Session without SamplesDISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
How to create digital images as collections.
Where to send your clients if they crave prints.(That way you don’t have to worry about fulfilling orders.)
A price list for the higher end and one for the newbies! I see you!
RESOURCES
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Special Thanks
Sarah Wilkie, Virtual As...2022-12-0610 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life42. Why You Would Hire a Virtual Assistant for Your Business“You need an online solution and I am that solution”-Sarah Wilke, Wilke on Demand
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
How important it is to delegate tasks and let go of projects.
What to look for when you’re hiring your VA.
How Sarah got into Wilke on Demand.
Advice for when you’re ready to hire.
RESOURCES
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This Boudoir Photographer Life41. How to Set Up Your Onboard Process.DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
What to include on your contact form.
Application processes.
Pre-session payment plans and why I don't use them.
What type of print products to offer.
How to break down your prices to your clients.
How to wrap up calls with someone who isn't your ideal client.
RESOURCES
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This Boudoir Photographer Life40. The Benefits of Finding Your Photographer Family“She showed me that it was possible to do the same thing.”
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
Special Thanks
Sarah Wilkie, Virtual Assistant & Editor. https://www.wilkeondemand.com/
Bethany Quinn Studios- www.bethanyquinnstudios.com
Follow BBE on Instagram- @bethanyquinnstudios
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This Boudoir Photographer Life39. What to do When No One is BookingSHOW NOTES
“The truth is, it’s not about you.”
RESOURCES
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Special Thanks
Sarah Wilkie, Virtual Assistant & Editor. https://www.wilkeondemand.com/
Bethany Quinn Studios- www.bethanyquinnstudios.com
Follow BBE on Instagram- @bethanyquinnstudios
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This Boudoir Photographer Life38. How to Look Professional When You Don't Know What the Hell You're Doing During a Shoot“Make it easy on yourself. Use natural light, but make it good. “
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
An A to Z process of what to do during your shoot.
Knowing your camera settings.
Offering stellar customer service.
Don’t forget to breathe.
RESOURCES
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Special Thanks
Sarah Wilkie...2022-10-3108 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life37. How to Get High Sales by Selling Wall Art“Whatever size you like, sell it. At the end of the day, it’s easier to sell the products you love. “
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Different mediums of wall art.
Why would you want to sell wall art.
How to build it into your collections
RESOURCES
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Special Than...2022-10-2408 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life36. Why I Ditched the Album from My Price List“ Sell only what you love. That's the easiest thing to sell. “
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Why are albums so popular in the boudoir community?
How can it hurt your business to give too many images away in your album collections.
The breakdown of smaller collections.
RESOURCES
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Special Thanks
Sarah W...2022-10-1707 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life35: 7 Tips on How to Book Leads w/out FB Ads“If you’re struggling with not getting enough leads, execute these tips, be consistent, and they’ll start to trickle in. The thing is, your leads will come to you at a slower rate. The more leads you get = more opportunities.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
The law of averages.
Being consistent
7 tips on how to bring in leads with out ads.
Foundations for a successful following
RESOURCES
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This Boudoir Photographer Life34. It’s Hard for Me to Get Into Boudoir, Because I’m A Man“ You can be whomever you want shooting boudoir, just be kind to your subject and keep your damn hands to yourself.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
The importance that male boudoir photographers have in the industry.
Why I decided to create this podcast with women in mind.
Dealing with people in a sensitive environment.
5 take aways from my conversation with someone who wants to tap into the boudoir niche.
RESOURCES
Boudoir by Jeff on Instagram: @boudoirbyjeff
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a...2022-10-0313 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life33. Do You Have to Shoot in Black and White to Work with Boudoir Business Education?“Just because something works really well for one photographer, it doesn't mean it works for the masses. You have to be able to put your own spin on things. Learn from them with the filter of how you envision your work looking.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Do you have to shoot in black and white.
The importance of finding your own style.
The pressure you may feel to shoot like other instructors.
How you can figure out your style while implementing and playing with the work of other photographers.
RESO...2022-09-2605 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life32. What To Do With A Returning Client“Last year, you photographed them in the same space that you’re in now. And you might be thinking, “Oh! I do I make this different?”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
The order in which booking starts.
The photo shoot process.
Mapping the shoot.
RESOURCES
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Special Thanks
Sarah Wilkie, Vi...2022-09-1908 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life31. Why Would You Book Your Own Boudoir Session As A Photographer?“Put yourself in your clients’ shoes.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Why you should book your own boudoir session.
How it can improve your client experience.
If you do self portraits, don’ t skimp on this experience.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
Special Thanks
Sarah Wilke, Virtual Assistant & Editor. https://www.wilkeondemand.co...2022-09-1210 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life30. The Power of Boudoir with Sit Crooked Talk Straight Podcast“This is what I want to do for the rest of my life.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Bethany shares her story of following her passion, taking risks, and making dreams come true in creating a business and brand that empowers women through boudoir. Positive and neutral body image and loving the skin you’re in is easy when Bethany is taking your picture. She inspires us in her everyday work and she did it again in this interview.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle a...2022-09-0659 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life29. What does it Mean to Have Business Boundaries“It’s ok to not respond right away. When you’re trying to do all the things it requires some boundaries.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Boundaries what they are and what they look like in your business.
How not to live in your inbox.
Bethany’s personal stories with boundaries.
RESOURCES
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Special T...2022-08-3012 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life28. 6 Tips to Book Boudoir Clients When You Live in a Small Town“Let’s talk about mindset, I’ve noticed this is a topic that gets glossed over in this industry. Everyone wants you to suck it up and hustle. That’s not how I operate. Well, at least not anymore.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Look legit on your social media outlets and website.
5 Tips
Find an expander.
What is an expander.
RESOURCES
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This Boudoir Photographer Life27. Why You Want to do Selfies as a Photographer“Getting in the habit of self portraits can help one grow one’s craft.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
What are selfies.
How selfies can be beneficial to you as a photographer.
Getting excited about the process.
RESOURCES
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Special Thanks
Sarah Wilkie
Bethany Quinn Studios- www.bethanyquinn...2022-08-1606 min
Sit Crooked Talk Straight21. Bethany Quinn, The Power Of BoudoirGrab a comfy seat and settle in for a fun gab session with Indianapolis' black and white boudoir photographer, Bethany Quinn.
Bethany shares her story of following her passion, taking risks, and making dreams come true in creating a business and brand that empowers women through boudoir. Positive body image and loving the skin you're in is easy when Bethany is taking your picture.
She inspires us in her every day work and she did it again in this interview.
Bethany's private facebook group: Empowering Women through Boudoir
Bethany's website: bbquinnphotogrpahy.com...2022-08-1559 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life26. Last Minute Studio Move“I need to pay more attention to my body and my mental state.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
My last minute move.
The mental state that your business can leave you in.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
Special Thanks
Sarah Wilke: www.wilkeondemand.com
Bethany Quinn Studios- www.bethanyquinnstudios.com
Foll...2022-08-0910 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life25. How to Handle Objections“...her client is receiving a one of a kind piece from you. She isn’t paying for the medium that it’s on, she’s paying for the work it takes to create the image and a custom work of art from my student.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
What is your client really saying when they are throwing an objection at you?
What are objections
How to identify objections.
Student objection story.
RESOURCES
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This Boudoir Photographer Life24. How to Create Your Posing Flow“Being a photographer is like back woods camping, you have to be prepared for anything that comes up.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
(0:34) How many poses or too many poses?
(3:05) When do you know which pose you should use?
(3:16) 5 Boudoir Poses that Generate $1K Sales
(4:08) How many images to cull and how posing plays into it.
(5:17) Different poses you can do.
(7:16) How long a shoot should last.
(10:52) Pre planning
(14:01) Scouting for on location.
RESOURCES
2022-04-0521 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life23. 8 Free Tools that Benefit the Budget Conscious Boudoir PhotographerDISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
● Canvy
● Zno
● Trello
● Gmail/Google Suite
● Facebook Groups
● Facebook/Instagram Business Accounts
● Google for Business
● Later
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
Special Thanks
Sarah Wilke - Virtual Assistant adn Multi Media Designer - www.wilkeondemand.com
Bethany Quinn S...2022-03-2908 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life22. 5 Categories To Use As Inspo for Your Marketing ContentDISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
● Categories: what are they and why they’re important.
● Testimonials
● What to wear to your session
● Inspiring quotes
● Beauty tips
● Behind the scenes
● Product unboxing videos
RESOURCES
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Special Thanks
Sarah Wilke- Virtual Assistant and Multi Media Designer...2022-03-2216 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life21. How to Create An Event At Your Studio“Share your ideas and invite people who would want to participate. They'll come out of the woodwork. If they don't like your idea, find someone that will.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
● Has someone copied your idea? Use it as jet fuel.
● Meet with your hair stylist and makeup artist to see if they would like to participate.
● Pandemic proof your event.
● Find a way to record the dang thang!
● Create a private facebook group specifically for the event for people who have purchased tickets.
...2022-03-1511 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life20. 5 Tips on How to Take Care of Yourself & Business When Your Personal Life Feels Like It's Falling A Part“Listen to your body when you’re feeling fatigued around the situation.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Talk to a friend.
Take a break.
Seek professional help.
Listen to your body.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
Special Thanks
Sarah Wilke: Vitural Assistant and Multi Media Desinger - www.wilkeondemand.com
Bethany Quinn...2022-03-0811 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life19. How to Stay Motivated When You Have a 9 to 5“Your time is valuable no matter what you do.”
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Time management + Cross social posting
Staying motivated while in a 9 to 5
Creating packages and prices
Day Designer Planner at Target
Later for batch creating social media content
Epi. 012: How to Price Yourself
Epi. 013: How to Conduct The Same Day Viewing and Ordering Session
RESOURCES
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This Boudoir Photographer Life18. What to do When Clients Question Your Pricing“You are not a snack, but the whole damn meal.” -Lizzo, Episode 18
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
● How to handle a pricing objection.
● A student’s story.
● When leads/clients ask these types of questions they’re usually almost ready to book with you, but they have more questions.
● Take time to sit with your emotions and don’t respond right away.
● Always be ready with a response.
● Respond when you’re ready.
RESOURCES
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This Boudoir Photographer Life17. How to Get Consistent Bookings“The most popular question I encounter. How do I get consistent bookings? I'm going to throw a question back to you, how many rods do you have in the fire? Meaning, what marketing efforts are you practicing?” -Episode 17
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Think about all the platforms out there.
Until you are getting consistent bookings, I would challenge you to have an account on every platform. Pick one a month and do it well.
My story of the Facebook Ad gravy train.
Always be booking. ABB
Need content inspo? Visit Episode 7
Batching Content Use...2022-02-0106 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life16. How to Go From Shoot + Burn to IPS“Friend, you are leaving money on the table, devaluing yourself, and the industry. It's time for you to make some serious MONEY.” -Episode 16
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
This can be as easy as meeting your client at Starbucks with a laptop.
Start with a session fee and adding hair and makeup to your service.
After their shoot, book their reveal appointment before they leave. I've done two weeks out, but I love same day ordering appointments. Visit episode 13 on how to conduct same day ordering appointments.
Have everything ready to go the day you me...2022-01-2507 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life15. How to Figure Out Your Ideal Client“Your ideal client is someone you LOVE to work with. They are so much fun to shoot, they pay you in full, and refer you to their friends.” -Episode 015
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Why would you need an ideal client.
This avatar can change over time.
You’ll need one for each genre you shoot and you may have some overlap.
How to find your ideal client.
RESOURCES
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The Warrior Mama Podcast60. Connecting with Your Sons with Christie ThomasWelcome back to the kitchen table. Over the past few months, Bethany has had many conversations on parenting daughters. But, this week, Bethany is joined by her friend Christie for a discussion on parenting boys. Bethany and Christie discuss challenges, struggles, and the triumphs of parenting their sons. This episode provides biblical ways to talk about the difficult encounters our children might face. Providing us with ways to help our sons work through anxiety, worry, and discouragement. As parents, we may struggle with finding exactly how to guide our children through the...2022-01-1240 minThe Warrior Mama Podcast60. Connecting with Your Sons with Christie ThomasWelcome back to the kitchen table. Over the past few months, Bethany has had many conversations on parenting daughters. But, this week, Bethany is joined by her friend Christie for a discussion on parenting boys. Bethany and Christie discuss challenges, struggles, and the triumphs of parenting their sons. This episode provides biblical ways to talk about the difficult encounters our children might face. Providing us with ways to help our sons work through anxiety, worry, and discouragement. As parents, we may struggle with finding exactly how to guide our children through the...2022-01-1240 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life14. The Only Goal Setting You'll Need for Your Personal + Business“42% of it comes to fruition if you write it down. They have an even better chance of coming to fruition if you tell someone else about it. Pretty cool, right?” - Episode 14
DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
● Get out of my dreams and into my car. - write it down
● Put them into categories. This can look like: Career goals, home goals, personal/spiritual goals, relationship goals, etc.
● Give it a deadline.
RESOURCES
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This Boudoir Photographer Life13. How to Conduct The Same Day Viewing and Ordering SessionDISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
How I conduct a same day viewing and ordering session in my business.
They get 1 and a half hours for hair and makeup (if they include that in their booking.)
We have 20 minutes to look through their wardrobe and map out the shoot (I do most of that while they're in hair and makeup)
Shoot for 30-90 minutes depending upon the session they select at booking,
I send them off to grab lunch for an hour while I upload and prepare the images for the SDVOA
Then they come back to see...2022-01-0416 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life12. How to Price YourselfDISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
What you want to deliver to your client. What is the final product you want them to hold in their hands or in their hard drive. For most of you that are starting out, I would recommend going full digital.
IPS-In person sales
A la Carte vs. Collections
Make a list of expenses for your life and another for your photography business.
Going back a little bit to what we touched on in Episode 11, how many shoots do you have the capacity to take on...2021-12-2816 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life11. Creating Healthy Boundaries in Life and BusinessDISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Before I dive into anything about pricing yourself, you have to understand how to value yourself, your time, and put shame in its place. Why? Because when you make yourself a priority everything will fall into place. This maybe even looks like putting your family first.
What's your why when it comes to your business?
Here's some actionable steps you can take to start your availability.
1. Figure out how many shoots you want to do per week, month, or year.
2. Figure out how much time...2021-12-2109 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life10. Black Friday FlopDISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
What does it mean to have a black Friday deal with your boudoir business? Of course we, here in the states, know about the Friday after thanksgiving. It is the one day out of the year where department stores open their doors to exclusive deals on the goods that they sell. This happens one weekend a year thanks to Shop Local Saturday and Cyber Monday. Photographers, especially, boudoir photographers book their following year out by these sessions.
Takeaways from my Black Friday Flop:
Create a marketing plan for the following y...2021-12-1409 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life09. How Posing Can Create High SalesDISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
How can posing contribute to a high sale?
Preparation and education with your client.
By drawing more information about this, I have my client put together a Pinterest board for me of all their favorite poses, set ups, and outfits.
What we're creating here is a collaboration of her vision and how I can apply that to my style. I put all that in a "document" specifically in my "client notes” in Apple's Notes. Each client gets a note. In there I'll have screen shots of their pi...2021-12-0709 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life08. 8 Must Haves For Your Boudoir WebsiteDISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Why a website?
We'll cover:
1. Portfolio
2. Contact
3. About you
4. Testimonials
5. Blog
6. Basic pricing
7. Email capture (pop up)
8. Your Location
Where to host and build your website.
Build your own with templates:
-Wix - pick a website template and make it your own.
-Squarespace
Or Hire a Professional
RESOURCES
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This Boudoir Photographer Life07. Five Tips to Start Your Private FB GroupDISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
What is a VIP Facebook Group?
1. Just Start- Done is better than perfect.
2. Create your banner and group description
3. Create your membership questions.
4. Categories (Batch creating content)
5. Engagement and growth
Q+A’'s around this topic
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Spec...2021-11-2318 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life06. The Most Important Asset in Your Growing Boudoir Photography BusinessDISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
The Practices
1. Mantras - The I am App
2. Meditation
3. Surrounding yourself with positive people - accountability
4. Journaling (morning pages)
5. Yoga/exercise/ walk - moving the body.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
Special Thanks:
Sarah Wilke: Multi-Media Desinger
Bethany Qu...2021-11-1616 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life05. How to Make Time for your BusinessRESOURCES
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Special Thanks:
Sarah Wilke - Multi-Media and Designer
Bethany Quinn Studios- www.bethanyquinnstudios.com
Follow BBE on Instagram- @bethanyquinnstudios
Intro: Uplifting music track: Music by Twisterium from Pixabay
Outro: "Background loop melodic techno #4"Music by Zen_Man from Pixabay
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This Boudoir Photographer Life04. Need Butts In Seats? Do This InsteadDISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
How to work on your client experience.
What is a client experience?
Why do you want a fantastic client experience?
What does a great client experience look like?
Examples of a fantastic client experience.
RESOURCES
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SPECIAL THANKS TO
Sarah...2021-11-0310 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life02. What is Boudoir Business Education?DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
Meet Bethany, your host for Boudoir Business Education.
RESOURCES
Inner Circle Membership: Join my inner circle and gain access to a treasure trove of boudoir photography expertise, tips, and inspiration. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a supportive community where creativity thrives, and confidence is celebrated. 💃✨
Special Thanks:
Sarah Wilkie: Multi-Media Artist and Designer
BB Quinn Photography- www.bbquinnphotography.com
Follow BBE on Instagram- @bbquinnportrait
Intro: Uplifting music track: Music by Twisterium from Pixabay
Outro: "...2021-08-0936 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life03. How to Conduct Your First Boudoir Portfolio Shoot! Part 2DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
In this episode we'll talk about creating mood boards and conducting your first boudoir portfolio building photo shoot. This is a two part series of How to Conduct Your First Boudoir Portfolio Shoot. To catch up I encourage you to go back to episode 2.
First things first, you'll want to create a mood board for your session. You have two options.
Option 1: You can go to Pinterest, create a board, add inspiration for hair, makeup, posing, style. Then add your makeup artist, hair stylist, and model to it.
2021-08-0917 min
This Boudoir Photographer Life01. How to Conduct Your First Boudoir Portfolio Shoot! Part 1DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE
How do I create my boudoir portfolio? How do I make all the things do?
In this two part series you'll learn from a wide range of how to create your portfolio to how do I conduct an in person sales session?
If you're looking to start your boudoir business start building your portfolio. And not so fast, tiger! I know you have all the ideas of how to market and what you want to sell, but first we have to start with the portfolio.
Start building your portfolio now, so...2021-08-0911 min
Adventurous DisappointmentsQuinn LoftisNearly a decade after self-publishing her first novel, Quinn Loftis has seen success that few authors do. Her first novel has been downloaded over one million times and another made the USA Today Bestseller list. Although proud of her accomplishments as an author, Quinn is open about the most overlooked blessing she has — her very existence. Listen to this award winning author share how bipolar disorder led to two suicide attempts and how she uses her platform to help others struggling with mental health.2021-01-1149 min
Home Viewing#53: Sacramento Dreaming - Lady BirdJohn and Bethany dig in to Greta Gerwig's 2017 debut, Lady Bird, a coming of age movie that feels way too much like actual high school. Did John remember way too much about Catholic School? Were John and Bethany both Beanie Feldstein? Did Laurie Metcalf deserve an Oscar for this?2020-10-2147 minHome ViewingSpace Disaster Pt. III - InterstellarJohn and Bethany welcome Britty Lea for PPN's guest month, to discuss Christopher Nolan's take on hard (ish) Sci-Fi and also familial love. Even Bethany likes this one...until the last thirty minutes. Check out other shows as part of PPN's guest month! John guests on Sorted, Bethany's on Them's the Facts, and you can hear more of Britty's work on No Dice!2020-05-251h 05