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Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerAlternative Marketing with Eden StraderIn this Build and Bloom photography podcast episode, join me (@JessicaWhitaker) and Eden Strader (@EdenStrader) as she teaches us how to alternatively market our photography businesses.Follow Eden: https://www.instagram.com/edenstrader/Eden's website for freebies: https://edenstrader.com/Eden’s podcast “That’s My Personal Business”WHAT’S NEXT:Join The B+B Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildandbloomjessicawhitaker/Join the discord: https://discord.gg/QwQa8g5RFollow Jessica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicawhitakerFollow the Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildandbloom/This podcast has been made possible by:Business Basics:
2025-05-0138 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerWPPI RecapI'm back from Vegas and here is what I learned from WPPI.Lights, Camera Brand: https://www.lightscamerabrand.com/Honeybook: https://share.honeybook.com/JessicawAftershoot: https://aftershoot.com/jessica-whitaker/What's Next:Follow me on Insta: https://instagram.com/jessicawhitakerJoin the Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildandbloomjessicawhitakerBusiness Basics: https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/businessbasics
2025-03-2756 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerThe Photographer's Ultimate Guide to Networking at Your Next EventHi from WPPI in Las Vegas! In 2025, I set a goal to attend more networking events, and I’ve already learned so much just by observing how people show up in these spaces. At the start of February, I attended a Women in Business conference here in Seattle and picked up some game-changing networking tips. With WPPI around the corner, I want to share my best strategies to help you make a lasting impression—whether you're heading to WPPI or any other conference this year!Lights, Camera Brand: https://www.lightscamerabrand.com/Honeybook: https://share...
2025-03-2059 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerHow To Plan a Successful Collaboration (Trade for Print) PhotoshootTrade-for-print (TFP) shoots can be an excellent way to build your portfolio, collaborate with models, and refine your creative style. However, without a structured approach, TFP shoots can quickly become frustrating, unorganized, and a waste of time. Many photographers experience flaky models, last-minute cancellations, or misunderstandings about how many images will be delivered.The key to a successful TFP shoot is treating it just as professionally as a paid session—with clear expectations, organized communication, and structured boundaries.In this photography podcast episode, I will share the exact step-by-step sy...
2025-03-1450 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerI’m *Not* Opening the Studio Anymore LOL & the Reality of Trade for Print Photoshootshttps://aftershoot.com/jessica-whitaker/What's Next:Follow me on Insta: https://instagram.com/jessicawhitakerJoin the Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildandbloomjessicawhitakerBusiness Basics: https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/businessbasicsTimestamps:0:00 Intro1:30 Photo studio cancelled23:28 WPPI38:52 Trade for print
2025-02-281h 26Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerI'M OPENING A PHOTO STUDIO!!!!!!!!https://www.instagram.com/buildandbloomstudios/WHAT’S NEXT: Join The B+B Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildandbloomjessicawhitaker/ Follow Jessica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicawhitaker Follow the Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildandbloom/This podcast has been made possible by: Business Basics: https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/businessbasics
2025-02-211h 09
That’s My Personal BusinessHow to Set Boundaries with Your Phone as a Business Owner with Jessica WhitakerIf you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by social media, stuck in the comparison trap, or just completely burnt out from constantly being online—this episode is for you. We’re welcoming back the incredible Jessica Whitaker, photographer, educator, and founder of Build and Bloom, for a much needed conversation. Jessica shares her journey of navigating social media while protecting her mental health, her strategies for setting clear boundaries with her phone, and how she manages to run a thriving community without letting Instagram consume her life.
From easy habit shifts to extreme (but game-changing) steps like getting a sepa...
2025-02-1752 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerChanging My Photography Business ModelIn 2025 I am changing my business model over to IPS. In this episode, I'm sharing what that process has looked like over the month of January and how I immediately booked my 2nd highest package as a result!!
How to do IPS with Alena: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/1ck8AMTuMQb
"The Portrait System" with Sue Bryce
Aftershoot 90 day trial: https://aftershoot.com/jessica-whitaker/
Photography Contracts for 2025:
https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/photographycontracts
WHAT’S NEXT:
2025-02-071h 12Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerThe Power of Being Seen: Christina Mellor’s Transformative Photography TechniquesWhat if photography could be more than just snapping photos? What if it could be a space for real connection and healing in a world that feels so disconnected? In this episode, I’m chatting with Christina Mellor (@christinascaptures), a photographer who’s completely reimagined her business to do just that. She’s sharing how she creates sessions that aren’t just about pretty pictures—they’re about helping people feel truly seen. We’re diving into the inner work it takes to hold space for others, the power of being witnessed, and how her approach transforms sessions into moments of sel...
2025-01-201h 05Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica Whitaker2025 Ins & Outs for PhotographersLet's talk about what is *in* and *out for 2025 ;)
https://www.lightscamerabrand.com
Virtual Assistant Episode:
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/7It9nw2KHPb
https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/virtual-assistant
Aftershoot - message the "support" and tell them you're looking for the 90-day trial & that I sent you.
https://aftershoot.com/friends/?ref=jessicawhitaker
Photography Contracts for 2025:
https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/photographycontracts
SEO Episode:
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/qVPehItALPb
"Opal" app
2024-12-3149 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerHow To Do In-Person Sales with Alena FlorieI have my friend, Alena (@alenalaurenphoto), on the podcast today talking about everything you need to know to get started in IPS (in-person sales). Which means how to start offering albums & printed goods. Alena holds nothing back in this episode! She goes into mindset shift, why the "shoot and burn" method (digitals only) isn't sustainable, her pricing/pricing structure ,and different ways you can incorporate IPS into your 2025.
Send me a DM on Instagram if you want info on the January girls group where Alena will be teaching!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alenalaurenphoto
...
2024-12-231h 29Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerWE LISTEN & WE DON'T JUDGE: Photographer Edition"We listen and we don't judge" is a trend on social media where two people share secrets that otherwise they'd be judged over. For example, a parent and their child and the kid says "Remember when I told you XYZ happened, well really this is what happened..."
I'm reading through the photographers version that I shared over in the Build and Bloom Facebook group.
Resources mentioned:
My 2023 mini session episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5dsbgjrBSyJLAexTUjVrkN?si=ac376823ef344b94
WHAT’S NEXT:
Jo...
2024-12-0953 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerSocial Media Growth & Candid Posing Tips with Cassidy LynneIt's the crossover you've been waiting for! Cassidy Lynne (@cassidylynne) is coming onto the Build and Bloom podcast to share about how to strategize for efficient social media growth and her posing techniques!
We discuss the importance of marketing yourself on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Pinterest, and dive into actionable tips to make your content stand out. Cassidy also shares her expert advice on posing, from helping clients feel at ease in front of the camera to creating those effortlessly candid moments we all love.
Whether you're looking to level up your social media...
2024-12-0245 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerAutism & Bipolar in Photography: Your Unique Mind is a Creative Advantage with Sabrina of the Turning Page Photo CoIn this episode, I chat with Sabrina of The Turning Page Photo Co., a photographer and mom who balances business ownership, parenting, and mental health through strong boundaries and time management. Sabrina shares her insights on adding more value to your packages and why authentic branding is essential for standing out. She also opens up about her journey with mental health, discussing how she navigates anxiety and BPD while prioritizing self-care and confidence-building. Plus, she offers practical tips for managing inconsistent bookings and making the most of slower seasons.
Remember: Your Brain's Brilliance Is...
2024-11-181h 34Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerReal Estate Photography 101 with Dominic WilkersonEver wonder how photographers are making six figures in less glamorous genres? In this episode, I chat with Dominic Wilkerson (@Domdoesmedia), who made an impressive $400,000 last year in the "boring" yet lucrative world of real estate photography. I first discovered Dom through the Build and Bloom Facebook group, where he consistently provided valuable insights and helped answer questions on this topic—a frequent point of interest in the community. He previously joined one of our community call episodes, and I couldn’t wait to have him back for a deep dive into real estate photography. In this episode, Dom shar...
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After the Shoot - A Photography PodcastJessica Whitaker on Creating Timeless Brands & Balancing Business with Mental WellnessTake one look at basically any Jessica Whitaker-owned account or webpage, and you’ll know exactly what her brand is.On the fifth and final episode of Season 1 of After the Shoot, she tells us exactly how she created this timeless brand — and how you can do it too. We'll also talk about how she prioritizes her mental wellbeing and sets boundaries while running her photography business like a boss.So, join us as we talk about branding, mental health, social media, and so much more. This is definitely an episode no photographer will want to m...
2024-09-1823 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerDiversity in the Creative Space with Karen Williams of Black Visual QueenKaren (@BlackVisualQueen) is an AMAZING leader in the photography space. She has hired photographers for clients like Wired, Masterclass, Square, and AARP. She is the decision-maker sitting in fancy rooms with top people debating which photographer to hire and why and has had a hand in visual stories for dozens of iconic brands. She is also a photography thought leader on LinkedIn, sharing industry knowledge. She is also the author of The Photo Hustle: Land Your First Client and Build a Thriving Career in Commercial Photography, to be published in 2025.
Find Karen:
Ins...
2024-09-021h 05Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerEnough is enough!! Stop wasting your $ on people who don't want to help youhttps://www.jessicawhitaker.co/virtual-assistant
Virtual assistant podcast episode: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/ikZsepQfjMb
Email marketing episode: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/SZVBZHRfjMb
Pinterest episode: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/QNlHvIRfjMb
Social media strategy & planning: https://www.instagram.com/juliabroome/
WHAT’S NEXT:
Join The B+B Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildandbloomjessicawhitaker/
Follow Jessica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicawhitaker
Follow the Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildandbloom/
This podcast has been made possible by:
Business Basics: https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/photography-business-basics-course
2024-08-241h 08Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerYou're doing it wrong: run away from trends to find your brand identityhttps://www.jessicawhitaker.co/brand
WHAT’S NEXT:
Join The B+B Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildandbloomjessicawhitaker/
Follow Jessica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicawhitaker
Follow the Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildandbloom/
This podcast has been made possible by:
Business Basics: https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/photography-business-basics-course
2024-08-091h 06Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerGetting Something Off My Chest...Photography grant fund: https://aftershoot.com/create-together-fund/ Applications are open until August 23rd.
WHAT’S NEXT:
Join The B+B Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildandbloomjessicawhitaker/
Follow Jessica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicawhitaker
Follow the Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildandbloom/
This podcast has been made possible by:
Business Basics: https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/photography-business-basics-course
2024-08-021h 18Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerA Photographer's Guide to Twitch with Helana MichelleIn this Build and Bloom photography podcast episode, you will learn from @HelanaMichelle about the Twitch streaming platform and how to use it in your photography business!
Find Helana:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/HelanaMichelle/
Facebook: Facebook.com/helanamichelle
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thisisHelana
WHAT’S NEXT:
Join The B+B Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildandbloomjessicawhitaker/
Follow Jessica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicawhitaker
Follow the Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildandbloom/
This podcast has been made possible by:
Business Basics: https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/businessbasics
2024-06-1839 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerEmail Marketing for Photographers with Kendra SwallsIn this Build and Bloom photography podcast episode, join me (@JessicaWhitaker) and photography email marketing expert Kendra Swalls (@GirlMeansBusiness) as she shares WHY you need an email list, exactly HOW to get started, and tips for GROWING an email list so you can BOOK more clients.
Find Kendra:
Email Membership: www.girlmeansbusiness.com/insider
Instagram @girlmeansbusiness
Girl Means Business Website
WHAT’S NEXT:
Join The B+B Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildandbloomjessicawhitaker/
Follow Jessica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicawhitaker
Follow the Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildandbloom/
2024-06-0351 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerI Can't Fix This in Photoshop: Nightmare Photography ClientsIn this Build and Bloom photography podcast episode, join me (@JessicaWhitaker) for virtual coffee with four amazing photographers in episode 4 of the new podcast series! Every month, different photographers will join me on the podcast to discuss hot topics.
Photographers:
Mecca:
@meccaclarkephoto
Cecelia:
@ceceliapaigephotography
Dom:
@domdoesmedia
Helena:
@helanamichelle
WHAT’S NEXT:
Join The B+B Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildandbloomje...
2024-05-281h 34Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerPinterest for Photographers 101 with Eden StraderIn this Build and Bloom photography podcast episode, join me (@JessicaWhitaker) and Eden Strader (@EdenStrader) as she teaches us how to get started with Pinterest for our photography business.
Pinterest Masterclass use code JESSICA for a discount: https://eden-strader-photography.mykajabi.com/a/2147858570/VYKs3wob
Follow Eden: https://www.instagram.com/edenstrader/
Eden's website for freebies: https://edenstrader.com/
Eden’s podcast “That’s My Personal Business”
Tailwind website and use code "Eden Strader" for a month free
WHAT’S NEXT:
Join The B+B Facebook group: ...
2024-05-2034 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerRun a Healthy, Balanced Photography Business With Kelsey of Honeybee WeddingsIn this Build and Bloom photography podcast episode, join me (@JessicaWhitaker) and Kelsey of Honeybee Weddings (@HoneybeeWeddingsMt) as she encourages us to step into our role as CEOs in our business and lives in a healthy, balanced way.
Adventure Elopement Mentoring: https://honeybeeweddingsmt.com/wedding-photography-mentor-program
Follow Kelsey: https://www.instagram.com/honeybeeweddingsmt/
Kelsey's free photography resources: https://honeybeeweddingsmt.com/category/resources/
Tools Mentioned:
AI Editing with Aftershoot:
"The Body Keeps The Score" book: https://amzn.to/44FFmLu
"Atomic Habits" book: https://amzn.to/3UEfUS0
Virtual Assistants: https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/virtual-assistant
Associate Team...
2024-05-1356 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerI Do, But You Don't Pay: A Controversial Take on Free Destination Wedding PhotographyIn this Build and Bloom photography podcast episode, join me (@JessicaWhitaker) for virtual coffee with four amazing photographers in episode 3 of the new podcast series! Every month, different photographers will join me on the podcast to discuss hot topics. This month, we're exploring the trend of wedding photographers advertising on social media that they'll photograph destination weddings at no cost to the couple.
Join the discord: https://discord.gg/QwQa8g5R
Photographers:
Kailan:
@kailancarterphotography
https://kailancarterphotography.com
Rory:
2024-05-061h 11Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerControversial Photography Hot TakesIn this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I (@JessicaWhitaker) am reading off user-submitted photography industry controversial hot takes.
Join the discord: https://discord.gg/QwQa8g5R
WHAT’S NEXT:
Join The B+B Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildandbloomjessicawhitaker/
Follow Jessica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicawhitaker
Follow the Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildandbloom/
This podcast has been made possible by:
Business Basics $99 Masterclass
2024-04-2645 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerHow To Grow Your Photography Business by Building a Team with Cat DeLineIn this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I (@JessicaWhitaker) am joined by SEO expert and photography marketing maven Cat DeLine (@cat.deline). She's teaching how to grow your photography business by adding lead photographers to create a team.
Listen to the SEO episode we did together here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buildandbloom/episodes/How-To-Start-Using-SEO-On-Your-Photography-Website-with-Cat-DeLine-e27kr7k
QUESTIONS ASKED:
1) What is a lead photographer?
2) Why did you add lead photographers to your business?
3) What signs should you look for...
2024-04-1845 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerPhotography Community Episode: Slow Season StrugglesIn this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, join me (@JessicaWhitaker) getting virtual coffee with 4 incredible photographers in this new podcast series. Every month, I'll have different photographers join me on the podcast to discuss hot topics. This month, we are talking about the slow season and how the TikTok ban will affect photographers.
Photographers:
Nikki: Www.spiltcoffeestudio.com
@spiltcoffeestudio
Erica: www.epcreativestl.com
@ep.creative
Janna: www.drishtiphoto.co
@drishti_photo
2024-04-081h 04Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica Whitaker(Advice Column #2) Juicy Photography Questions AnsweredIn this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I (@JessicaWhitaker) am sharing NIGHTMARE client situations from the Build and Bloom Facebook Group and offering my advice as well as reading off the comments to share other perspectives.
Listen to the first episode in the series here!
WHAT’S NEXT:
Join The B+B Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildandbloomjessicawhitaker/
Follow Jessica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicawhitaker
Follow the Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildandbloom/
This podcast has been made possible by:
Business Basics: https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/photography-business-basics-course
2024-03-0453 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerHow I Moved My Photography Business from Seattle to New York CityIn this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I (@JessicaWhitaker) share how I moved my photography business from Seattle to New York City. This is a realistic look at how to use patience, wisdom, and a plan of action to move strategically.
Episodes Mentioned:
My Jobs Before Photography
7 Ways to Start Traveling for Photography
How to Start Using SEO on Your Photography Website
WHAT’S NEXT:
Join The B+B Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildandbloomjessicawhitaker/
Follow Jessica on Instagram: https://www...
2024-02-261h 04Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerKatie Levine: Celebrity Fashion Photographer on Generosity, Discernment, and SpiritualityIn this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I (@JessicaWhitaker) am joined by celebrity and fashion photographer Katie Levine (@katielevinephoto). Katie opens up about why she left Los Angeles, her experience assisting Annie Leibovitz, photographing the likes of Kourtney Kardashian and Tan France from Queer Eye, and why she turned down photographing Kanye West for a magazine cover. Katie is a master at artificial studio light and posing her subjects. I loved hearing about her spiritual side and how her faith in Jesus connects to her career.
Follow Katie: https://www...
2024-02-191h 00Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerHow A Virtual Assistant Can Help Your Photography BusinessVirtual assistants can provide administrative, technical, or creative assistance to clients from a remote location. Belco Virtual Solutions is the agency I have been using for 2.5 years and what I have been recommending to my friends. They are fair pay and based in North America. Mention that you came from the Podcast & get 10% off your first month!
Set up a call to see how they can help YOU:
https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/virtual-assistant
WHAT’S NEXT:
Join The B+B Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildandbloomje...
2024-02-1245 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerJuicy Photography Questions Answered (Advice Column)In this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I (@JessicaWhitaker) am answering JUICY questions from the Build and Bloom Facebook Group and offering my advice as well as reading off the comments to share other perspectives.
I plan to make this a monthly series!
WHAT’S NEXT:
Join The B+B Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildandbloomjessicawhitaker/
Follow Jessica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicawhitaker
Follow the Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildandbloom/
This podcast has been made possible by:
Business Basics: https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/photography-business-basics-course
2024-02-051h 04Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerI Grew Up Poor & Started Working at 15 years-old | How To Create Opportunity When You Don't Have ResourcesIn this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I (@JessicaWhitaker) am opening up on a personal level that I've never shared online before. I am sharing about how I got my first job in the fashion industry at 15 years old & how I kept it until I was 22 years old. With that, I'm sharing a little about how I grew up very poor and why I had to start working very young. I'll also go over a handful of the other jobs I held while working in fashion & going to college. I want to offer this as a...
2024-01-291h 00Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerYour 2024 Photography Marketing Game Plan with Eden StraderIn this Build and Bloom photography podcast episode, I (@jessicawhitaker) am joined by photography educator Eden Strader (@edenstrader) for the THIRD TIME on the podcast! Eden will teach you how to build a marketing plan around core content and automation.
Eden Strader is a destination wedding photographer turned business coach, leading creative entrepreneurs in building a life of artistic growth, wealth, and freedom. She made a six-figure company before age 23 and has helped hundreds of business owners step into their dream businesses.
Follow Eden: https://www.instagram.com/edenstrader/
Eden's website f...
2024-01-2237 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerUnplug From Your Phone in 2024: Social Media Boundaries To Help Kick Comparison to the Curb!Feeling burnt out by endless scrolling and the highlight reel of everyone else's photography business? Join me (@jessicawhitaker) in this Build and Bloom podcast episode, where we ditch the digital drama and set healthy social media boundaries. Let's break free from the screen together and rediscover the joy of real-life connections in 2024!
WHAT’S NEXT:
Join The B+B Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildandbloomjessicawhitaker/
Follow Jessica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicawhitaker
Follow the Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildandbloom/
This podcast has been made possible by:
Business Basics: https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/photog...
2024-01-1526 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica Whitaker[SOLO SHOW] Ins & Outs for Photographers in 2024: How To Level Up Your Photography Business to Save MONEY & TIMEFeeling stuck in a time-sucking photo biz vortex? Jessica (@jessicawhitaker) cuts through the fluff with actionable tips to boost your productivity, attract leads, and skyrocket your profits.
Here's a taste of what's in store:
Upgrade your hard drive, not your whole computer: Save money and boost speed with this simple hardware secret.
Build a website that works for you: Stop chasing trends and let your 24/7 online hub bring in clients while you sleep.
Dump the endless courses, delegate to a VA: Free up your time and actually apply what you learn with a virtu...
2024-01-1135 min
Obstacles to OpportunitiesFrom Mompreneur to Property Mogul: Dara Whitaker's Journey on the Obstacles to Opportunities PodcastGet ready for an inspiring episode on the "Obstacles to Opportunities Podcast" as Heather and Jess sit down with the dynamic Dara Whitaker, owner of Navigate Naples—a rental management and concierge service company. Join us as Dara shares the incredible story of her life as a mother of two and a successful businesswoman, turning obstacles into opportunities every step of the way.Dara provides a glimpse into her upbringing in a household of entrepreneurs, painting a vivid picture of how her roots influenced her vision for life. Discover how her background laid the foundation for creating so...
2024-01-0931 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerUnlock Dream Clients with Daily Life Behind-the-Scenes with Quianna MarieReady to transform your daily life into magnetic Instagram and TikTok content that attracts your dream clients? Buckle up, photographers, because Season 3 of the Build & Bloom Podcast is exploding with BTS secrets from Quianna Marie!
Visit Quianna’s Website: https://quiannamarie.com/meet-qui
Get Quianna’s Freebie BEHIND THE SCENES - The Daily Life Experience: www.QuiannaMarie.com/buildandbloom
Follow Quianna on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiannamarie/
Check out Quianna on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiannaMariePhotography
Watch Quianna on TikTok: @quiannamarie_
Listen to our FIRST Episode! https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/buTDoa6zPFb
This queen of conten...
2024-01-0144 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerIf Started A Photography Business in 2023, I'd Do These 5 Things!SSD & Hard Drives: https://bit.ly/3tIkp48
Virtual Assistant services. Mention you came from this podcast, and you'll get $ off! ➡️ https://www.belcovirtual.solutions/
Photography Website Guide: https://bit.ly/3MjUBC2
AI for Culling & Lightroom
Free Culling: https://narrative.so/select?affiliate=jessicawhitaker
Imagen (for AI Lightroom Editing): https://bit.ly/3O0EJFM
Aftershoot (for culling & editing)
Photography Contracts: https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/photography-contracts
Camera gear, tech, and lifestyle favorites: https://www.amazon.com/shop/jessicawhitaker
WHAT’S NEXT:
2023-11-0631 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerSystems, Strategy, and Data: The Keys to a Successful Photography Business in 2024 with Eden StraderIn this Build and Bloom photography podcast episode, I (@jessicawhitaker) am joined by photography educator Eden Strader (@edenstrader) for the SECOND TIME on the podcast!
Eden will talk about combining systems, strategy, and soul to create a perfectly aligned and data-driven photography business!
Eden Strader is a destination wedding photographer turned business coach, leading creative entrepreneurs in building a life of artistic growth, wealth, and freedom. She made a six-figure company before age 23 and has helped hundreds of business owners step into their dream businesses.
...
2023-11-0243 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerYour Ultimate Guide For Holiday Mini Sessions | Booking, Photoshoot, and Workflow Delivery!In this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I (@jessicawhitaker) am sharing how to CRUSH mini sessions this holiday season. I cover the booking process, how to make sure the photoshoot day runs smoothly, and delivery!
Free PDF Guide for Mini Sessions: https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/mini
Camera gear, tech, and lifestyle favorites: https://www.amazon.com/shop/jessicawhitaker
WHAT’S NEXT:
Join The B+B Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildandbloomjessicawhitaker/
Follow Jessica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicawhitaker
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2023-10-2815 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerWeekend In My Life In NYC For 6 Photoshoots! [VOICE MEMO VLOG]I am taking you along for a weekend in my life as a photographer via voice memos! I live in Seattle but travel to New York 2x a year for client photoshoots. This time, I have 6 sessions lined up that you're coming along for!
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2023-10-2745 min
Cool Girls Create Podcast With Taniesha "Tee" WestbrookMastering Content Creation: Advice for Aspiring Creators & Women Entrepreneurs | Interview with Jessica WhitakerIn this empowering podcast interview, Taniesha Westbrook engages in a meaningful conversation with Jessica Whitaker, an accomplished photographer and coach with a base in Seattle and New York. Offering invaluable insights for photographers, videographers, models, freelancers, and female entrepreneurs, they explore effective strategies for mastering content creation and cultivating a flourishing business.
Learn how to harness the power of frequently asked questions to craft compelling content, repurpose existing materials, and establish a robust brand presence. Discover essential guidance on maintaining a healthy work-life balance by setting clear boundaries and overcoming emotional hurdles. Gain a...
2023-10-2445 min
TED Talks DailyA cleaner world could start in a rice field | Jim Whitaker and Jessica Whitaker AllenRice is the world's largest food source — and it's also a massive emitter of methane gas, a key contributor to climate change. Fifth-generation rice farmer Jim Whitaker and his daughter, farmer and conservationist Jessica Whitaker Allen, are working to slash rice's environmental impacts with innovative, sustainable farming practices. They share how they're keeping their family farm in Arkansas profitable while also spreading green farming practices to their neighbors — and, eventually, the rest of the world. "If you take care of the planet, it will take care of you," says Whitaker Allen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
2023-10-2412 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica Whitaker[SOLO SHOW] South Korea Trip Recap & I Only Used This Lens From 2005I went to South Korea for 10 days and only used my $400, 17-year-old zoom lens. I also brought my 50mm f/1.2, and I didn't touch it. My 24-105mm is a holy grail lens for me at this point, and it's the only one I used on my trip to Seoul and Busan, South Korea. In this solo episode, I'm also sharing 5 travel essentials for camera gear, tech, and packing and a recap of my trip to Asia!
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Quianna Marie Weekly107: Creating Boundaries For Abundance with Jessica WhitakerWhat if you could create the supportive peer-to-peer community of your dreams? In today’s episode, I have the honor of introducing you to Jessica Whitaker, creator of the Build + Bloom community and podcast. Jessica is sharing her most impactful social media strategies, her key tips for establishing boundaries in your business, and the impact that comes from growing your own community. Today’s episode is brought to you by The Green House, my resource garden for photographers! Let me help you AMPLIFY your heart online and in real life to turn bridesmaids into future brides throu...
2023-10-0939 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerStrategic Storytelling in Engagement Photography with Summer GraceIn this Build and Bloom photography podcast episode, I (@jessicawhitaker) am joined by Summer Grace (@summergrace.photo). Summer is a photographer based out of the PNW who travels worldwide and specializes in storytelling and editorial styles on both digital and film. As well as the art of photography, she has always had a big love for entrepreneurship and helping others grow their business!
We are going to be talking about her storytelling sessions for engagement photoshoots. I’ve broken the episode into three parts: planning & prep for these photoshoots, her artistic vision, and where sh...
2023-10-0447 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica Whitaker[SOLO SHOW] Week in My Life as a Photographer in Seattle VLOG + Getting Out of My Flop EraIntroducing voice memo vlogs! This is a different style of podcast. At the beginning of the episode, I am taking you along for a week in my life as a photographer in Seattle via voice memos. Then, after the 15:22 mark, we go into a traditional episode. I’m actually breaking down all the branding photoshoots I vlogged about. I’m sharing HOW I’m pivoting my business to all-inclusive Personal Branding sessions and what that looks like. I’m also sharing mental health updates and how I’ve felt like I’ve been in a flop era the last year and the...
2023-09-271h 10Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerNew Approach to Photography Business: Scaling with a Boutique Model with Sarah PettyIn this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I (@jessicawhitaker) am joined by Sarah Petty (@sarah.petty), who is an incredible photographer and New York Times Best-Selling Author of Worth Every Penny: Build a Business that Thrills Your Customers and Still Charge What You're Worth.
She will share with you about offering printed goods in your photography business through her “The Boutique Business Model.”
After beginning her corporate career at Coca-Cola Enterprises and working as a marketing director for a top regional advertising agency, she used her mark...
2023-09-2025 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica Whitaker[SOLO SHOW] Personal Q&A: Am I Still Religious, How I Met My Boyfriend, Tattoo RemovalSooo am I moving back to New York City? Am I STILL religious? How did I meet my boyfriend? I'm getting personal with YOU in this solo show and answering questions.
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2023-08-3050 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerUnveiling the Truth: Behind the Career Highs and Internal Struggles with Krissy SalehIn this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I (@jessicawhitaker) am joined by Celebrity Photographer Krissy Saleh (@krissy). This episode is a little different. The format of this episode will feel like you’re sitting at coffee with us. You’re seriously going to be in for a venerable conversation about comparison and humility.
Krissy Saleh is a celebrity photographer and content creator based in Los Angeles, CA. Primarily known as
“Krissy” online, she has created visual content for a number of globally recognized fashion brands, including
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2023-08-171h 17Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica Whitaker[SOLO SHOW] 5 Ways To Stay Inspired in Photography & Beat BurnoutNothing is worse than feeling like you’re in a creative rut. That Google doc remains blank. The SD card, empty. That canvas propped against the wall still has wrapping on it. You haven’t edited anything new in weeks. Maybe as a photographer, your clients are ghosting you, your calendar is looking a little emptier than usual, or you haven’t been on a collaborative shoot in a while.
Being in a creative rut is bound to happen to all of us at one point or another. While it’s frustrating in the moment, you have to rememb...
2023-08-0937 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerHow To Start Using SEO On Your Photography Website with Cat DeLineWhat is SEO & How To Use It For Photography Websites with Cat DeLine
In this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I (@jessicawhitaker) am joined by SEO expert Cat DeLine (@cat.deline). She is going to teach you to use SEO in your photography business. SEO stands for Search Engine Optimization. In short, SEO is how your website is ranked in Google. Cat teaches this kind of boring topic in a simple way and will give you a few plug-and-play action steps you can do this weekend. In this episode, you’ll le...
2023-08-0240 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerHow To Plan Creative Photoshoots on a Budget With Daquan TerrenceIn this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I (@jessicawhitaker) am joined by creative photographer Daquan Terrence (@dt.raw). This episode is loaded with so many actionable steps you can take to get reinsured to go out and CREATE! We’re talking about how to be an ATV, an all-terrain vehicle in photography, from getting scrappy with wardrobe, hair, and makeup, to finding unique concepts outside of Pinterest.
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2023-07-2647 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerHow To Start Selling Albums & Printed Goods in Your Photography Business With Brittany EliseIn this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I (@jessicawhitaker) am joined by Brittany Elise (@brittanyelisephotography). We are talking about product photography.
Brittany Elise is pioneering the full-service photographer movement teaching photographers how to implement finished products to build a multi-six-figure business. Her own studio is start-to-finish: from hair, makeup, and wardrobe styling to hanging the photos on the walls of her clients' home.
Her approach is to provide intentional strategies and actionable plans to build a steady stream of income consistently booking clients who value more t...
2023-07-1942 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerAre Photography Masterminds a Waste of Money? with Afrik ArmandoIn this Build and Bloom photography podcast episode, I am joined by my good friend Afrik Armando. Afrik is a wedding photographer whose work has been featured in Vogue, Forbes, Martha Stewart Weddings, The New York Times, and Elle.
This episode will be the sigh of relief you didn’t know you needed. We will discuss how to make wise decisions when joining high-ticket coaching programs, masterminds, destination-styled workshops, and even online courses.
We need to do so many things first with the free, low-ticket, and medium-ticket resources out th...
2023-07-121h 13Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerThrow Out Your Expectations & Embrace Intention in Photoshoots With Emma VenessIn this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I (@jessicawhitaker) am joined by Emma Veness (@emmaveness.photography), an Empowerment Photographer Based in Melbourne, Australia.
She’s covering an incredible topic we all need to intergrade into our business: Intention VS expectation. She will teach how expectation can restrict us, and intention allows for a more flexible, aligned, creative photoshoot experience.
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2023-07-0537 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerUsing Questionnaires To Make Your Photography Clients Feel Confident With Jules MirandaIn this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, we’re joined by Jules Miranda (@julesandfilm), who is a self-taught, Puerto Rican photographer based in NYC who primarily shoots on 35mm film.
Jules has studied dance, music, and theatre throughout her lifetime, which has given her a unique perspective on the art of storytelling and a deep appreciation for performing and visual arts.
In this episode, we are going to be covering how to make your clients feel more comfortable, how to use questionnaires, and tips for shy ph...
2023-06-3029 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerHow to Instantly Upgrade Your Current Photoshoots So You Can Level up Your Next Booking with Wendy YalomIn this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, we’re joined by Wendy Yalom, the OG of premium personal brand photoshoots. She is going to teach on so many things, from how to offer high-ticket photoshoot packages, improve your customer service, and easy ways to INSTANTLY upgrade your CURRENT photoshoots so you can level up your next booking.
In Wendy's 20-year career as a photographer, she’s traveled the world, building a successful career creating full-service Personal Brand Photoshoots for speakers, authors, executives, coaches, and online educators. She’s had the great fortun...
2023-06-141h 14
The Creative Edition PodcastMeet Jessica Whitaker + How she built her photography business & YouTube channelToday, I'm chatting with Seattle/New York photographer Jessica Whitaker. Jessica shares with us how she got started with YouTube and built her photography career. Some questions Jessica answers include:When did you realize that you wanted to become a professional photographer?What challenges did you face when you first got started on your own?What photography equipment did you start with?What inspired you to start creating YouTube videos?How has your photography business evolved?Follow Jessica on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JessicaWhitakerCheck out her website: https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/...
2023-06-1344 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerHow to Create & Use Behind-The-Scenes Content to Book Your Next Photoshoot with Quianna MarieIn this Build and Bloom photography podcast episode, I am joined by Quianna Marie, photographer, and dream chaser. Quianna is obsessed with helping you SHINE online! With over 15 years of experience photographing weddings, family portraits, high school seniors, boudoir, and events, she's done it all! Today she still has her camera in her hands, photographing content and headshots for entrepreneurs and creatives with a heart for sharing a ton of education for photographers and every season of their business. She's a small business cheerleader, kitchen dancer and loves adventures with her German shepherd puppy, Faith! Her daily reminder is...
2023-06-0746 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerBranding Hacks To Overcome a Saturated Photography Market With Eden StraderIn this Build and Bloom photography podcast episode, I (@jessicawhitaker) am joined by photography educator Eden Strader (@edenstrader). Today we are going to be talking about BRANDING: and we’re going deeper than visual aesthetics of fonts and color pallets. Eden is going to share how to overcome a saturated market with your branding, how to break business rules, and how a twitter fight calling her OUT on her editing style changed the path of her artistic career.
Eden Strader is a destination wedding photographer turned business coach, leading creative entrepreneurs in building a li...
2023-06-0448 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerLawyer Episode: What To Do Legally When a Client Wants a Refund | Kailey Jacomet of ContractistaIn this Build and Bloom photography podcast episode, I am joined by Kailey Jacomet of Contractista, where I recommend all photographers to get their photography contract templates! In this episode, Kailey will walk us through two sticky situations: How to handle clients who want their non-refundable retainer/deposit back AND what to do when a client is dissatisfied with your work.
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2023-05-1536 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerHow to Design, Book, and Fulfill High-Ticket Branding Photoshoots with Wendy YalomIn this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, we’re joined by Wendy Yalom, the OG of premium personal brand photoshoots. She will share with us what a premium Personal Brand Photoshoot is and how to design, sell, and fulfill one. Spoiler alert: if you’re looking to phase out of wedding photography but still need to book high-ticket packages, this might be what you need to hear.
In her 20-year career as a photographer, she’s traveled the world, building a successful career creating full-service Personal Brand Photoshoots for speakers, authors, execut...
2023-05-0936 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerHow to Book, Plan, and Photograph Surprise Engagement Proposals with Amandarose SzezorakIn this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I am joined by Amandarose of AGS Photo Art. Amandarose started photographing surprise proposals after she noticed a gap in the industry where people wanted to have this magical moment in their lives photographed. Still, very few photographers were willing to take it on.
She helps her clients craft a stress-free, seamless proposal with the option to tailor their vision with her and even a planner. Photographing proposals has opened the door for creating meaningful connections with couples looking for a great first-time experience with a photographer...
2023-05-0333 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerHow to Build an Associate Team for Your Photography Business with Kelsey of Honeybee WeddingsIn this episode of the Build and Bloom podcast, I’m joined by guest Kelsey of Honeybee Weddings. Kelsey has a six-figure destination elopement photography business with an associate team. She will walk us through how to build a team of associate photographers.
Have you heard the term “associate photographer” before? It’s common in the wedding industry and means you can expand your business and brand by taking in super-talented photographers to work under your business. They shoot weddings for you, so you can say yes to more wedding clients without being the one to sh...
2023-04-1941 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerBasics of Using Meta Ads for Your Photography Business with Yellow Iris MarketingIn this Build and Bloom photography podcast episode, I am bringing my Meta ad expert Daria! Meta is the umbrella which Facebook and Instagram live under. Daria will cover the basics of Meta ads. Daria will discuss when to know when you are ready to start running ads, the latest trends in Facebook and Instagram ads, and how to get started with ads.
To view the complete show notes from this episode, visit this link: https://www.jessicawhitaker.co/blog/how-to-use-meta-ads-in-your-photography-business
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2023-04-1634 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerPhotographing & Publishing a Cookbook With Food Photographer Cyntia AppsIn this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I’m joined by my friend Cyntia Apps. She will share how she photographed and published the cookbook Joï: Baking and Photographing Northern European Pastry.
Cyntia is a branding & food photographer based out of Silicon Valley, California. With over 10 years of experience, Cyntia’s passion for connection & storytelling brings a fresh outlook to the branding industry, one that goes beyond the pictures and tells the story of the people behind the businesses. She believes in working with intention and purpose.
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2023-04-1137 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerPhotographers Guide to Saving, Investing & Paying Off Debt, With Award-Winning Money Expert, Amanda HoldenSo, you booked the wedding. You’ve paid your taxes and covered expenses. What should you do with your money after you’ve made it? Do you find yourself “investing” in your business but seeing no return? In this episode, I sit with Amanda Holden, an award-winning money writer, speaker, and educator. Amanda will be teaching simple ways to organize your money and more importantly, ensure that it's working for you. You work hard, and so should your money!
Amanda’s work has been featured in publications such as Forbes, Business Insider, and The Financial Die...
2023-04-071h 10
The New Evangelicals Podcast135. Unspeakable: How Bad Theology Enables Abuse // with Jessica Willis FisherJessica Willis Fisher, musician, former reality television star and author of the book Unspeakable: Surviving My Childhood and Finding My Voice, sits down with Tim to discuss her book. Jessica explains her background on reality television and as an entertainer. Jessica and Tim discuss what was happening inside her family growing up. They also discuss how the abuse she experienced was allowed to continue because of the theology she was taught. Lastly, Tim and Jessica discuss how she is processing her experiences and what she believes now.Follow us on Instagram: @thenewevangelicalsSupport our work
2023-04-031h 24The New Evangelicals Podcast135. Unspeakable: How Bad Theology Enables Abuse // with Jessica Willis FisherJessica Willis Fisher, musician, former reality television star and author of the book Unspeakable: Surviving My Childhood and Finding My Voice, sits down with Tim to discuss her book. Jessica explains her background on reality television and as an entertainer. Jessica and Tim discuss what was happening inside her family growing up. They also discuss how the abuse she experienced was allowed to continue because of the theology she was taught. Lastly, Tim and Jessica discuss how she is processing her experiences and what she believes now.Follow us on Instagram: @thenewevangelicalsSupport our work
2023-04-031h 24Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerHow Marina Williams Plans Her Styled Photoshoot Weekend, ColorPop!In this Build and Bloom Photography Podcast episode, I sit with a friend and fellow photography educator, Marina Willaims. With over 1 million followers across her photography social media. Marina will walk us through the planning process of her elaborate styled shoot workshop, Colorpop. To view the complete show notes from this episode as well as a written transcription, visit this link: www.jessicawhitaker.co/blog/marina-williams-colorpop-planning
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2023-03-3139 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica Whitaker7 Ways to Break Into Destination Weddings with Celebrity Wedding Photographer, Lucy MunozIn this Build and Bloom Photography Podcast episode, Jessica Whitaker is joined by guest Lucy Munoz. Lucy will walk you through seven steps to break into destination weddings, even if you don't have any spectacular travel plans this year.
To view the complete show notes from this episode as well as a written transcription, visit this link: www.jessicawhitaker.co/blog/how-to-book-destination-weddings-with-luzy-munoz
Lucy Munoz is a sought-after destination wedding photographer photographing celebrity weddings, editorials, and amazing clients worldwide. She has been featured in Vogue, Brides, The Knot, Inside Weddings...
2023-03-241h 02
The New Evangelicals Podcast48. COVID, Vaccines and...an Efficient Government? // With Jessica Malaty RiveraJessica Malaty Rivera, Infectious Disease Epidemiologist and Science Communication Lead at the Covid Tracking Project, sits down with Tim to discuss information about pandemic prevention research, Covid-19 and the vaccine. Jessica explains her background and how she ended up studying infectious diseases at Georgetown University. Tim and Jessica discuss what Covid-19 is and how masks and social distance can prevent transmission of the disease. Tim and Jessica discuss misinformation on the virus itself and also the reporting of deaths due to Covid-19. Jessica explains how racism in medicine and lack of healthcare preparedness resulted in our current situation. Lastly, T...
2022-01-241h 12The New Evangelicals Podcast48. COVID, Vaccines and...an Efficient Government? // With Jessica Malaty RiveraJessica Malaty Rivera, Infectious Disease Epidemiologist and Science Communication Lead at the Covid Tracking Project, sits down with Tim to discuss information about pandemic prevention research, Covid-19 and the vaccine. Jessica explains her background and how she ended up studying infectious diseases at Georgetown University. Tim and Jessica discuss what Covid-19 is and how masks and social distance can prevent transmission of the disease. Tim and Jessica discuss misinformation on the virus itself and also the reporting of deaths due to Covid-19. Jessica explains how racism in medicine and lack of healthcare preparedness resulted in our current situation. Lastly, T...
2022-01-241h 12The New Evangelicals Podcast35. Mark Driscoll and Biblical Porn with Dr. Jessica JohnsonDr. Jessica Johnson, professor and author of the book Biblical Porn sits down with Tim to discuss her book and interview with the Mars Hill Podcast. Tim and Jessica discuss what Mars Hill was like in the beginning in Seattle and how it attracted some many young adults. Tim and Jessica discuss the problems around Mark Driscoll's comments on women and men's objectification of them and how his sermons became so popular among white Evangelicals. Jessica, explains her interview with Christianity Today's podcast about Mars Hill and how she at first wasn't sure about the fourth episode but thought...
2021-10-181h 01The New Evangelicals Podcast35. Mark Driscoll and Biblical Porn with Dr. Jessica JohnsonDr. Jessica Johnson, professor and author of the book Biblical Porn sits down with Tim to discuss her book and interview with the Mars Hill Podcast. Tim and Jessica discuss what Mars Hill was like in the beginning in Seattle and how it attracted some many young adults. Tim and Jessica discuss the problems around Mark Driscoll's comments on women and men's objectification of them and how his sermons became so popular among white Evangelicals. Jessica, explains her interview with Christianity Today's podcast about Mars Hill and how she at first wasn't sure about the fourth episode but thought...
2021-10-181h 01
Navigating Your TwentiesEverything I Learnt in My Twenties with Author Jessica SmithIn the Season 2 debut, Kate is joined by Jessica Smith, author of Your Twenties, career coach, podcast producer and public speaker, for a chat all about everything they have learnt in their twenties. Having published her debut novel at age 29 which captivated a global audience, Jess knows a thing or two about embracing your twenties. As an explorer of life, Jess sees your twenties as one big experiment to learn and grow. She believes the main ingredient we need to cultivate is a connection to our -NESS and that we’re not here to figure out what to do but, ra...
2021-05-1557 min
Grow My Salon Business Podcast079 Cultural Fusion: Western Hairdressing in China with Jessica KrammWe all have a story, a story about how we started and where hairdressing has taken us, and what we have learned along the way. For some people, it's an amazing journey of discovery and exploration, and if they look back at where they started and where they have ended up, they could never have predicted that would have been their journey. Today, my guest is Jessica Kramm, a young lady who has had an amazing and courageous journey that has taken her to different countries, forced her to learn new languages and embrace new cu...
2021-03-0259 min
Lives of Courage with Jessica Stong#101 Your Words Matter with Tara WhitakerIn today’s episode, I interview Tara Whitaker, founder of the Freelance Editors Club and a successful book editor since 2013. I’m so excited for you to hear her thoughts on the power of our words and why our words really do matter. We discuss how we speak to ourselves, what it looks like when you start listening to your inner critic and what it took for her to start her own business in 2013. Tara’s wisdom and hilarity will help you see that you can do anything and that it all starts with the words you are telling yourse...
2021-01-1935 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerHow To Move Your Followers Across PlatformsMove your followers from Instagram to YouTube. Or YouTube to your email list. Or YouTube to Instagram. In this episode of the Monday Motivation mini-series I will be teaching you how to funnel a viewer across platforms. We will cover how to flip the script on your "call to action" to make it all about THEM, not YOU. You'll also learn how to get people to *actually* subscribe to your content.
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2020-11-1617 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica Whitaker2 Mistakes On Your "ABOUT ME" Page & How To Fix ThemPhotography Website Templates for ShowIt: https://thewebsiteworkroom.com/shop
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2020-09-2834 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerFix This Mistake On Your Photography Website ASAPPhotography Website Templates for ShowIt: https://thewebsiteworkroom.com/shop
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2020-09-2131 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerHow To Create a Photography Website That Converts With My Web Designer, Amanda Burg of the Website WorkroomLiking coffee & the enneagram test isn't going to get you a photography client. What makes you truly unique is going to connect you with potential clients. Having a website that's properly set up will convert them into paying clients. Amanda Burg is my web designer, web developer, and website copywriter. She's no-fluff and 0 cringe and creates websites that make you stand out.
Amanda has recently re-branded into The Website Workroom, your one stop for custom website design. She has recently launched a 'shop' section, which includes ShowIt templates. Amanda has created 4 beautiful Showit templates that are in a...
2020-09-0630 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerHow to Use Instagram Stories This Week & Why the Enneagram Test Makes Me Cringehttp://www.jessicawhitaker.co/workshop
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2020-08-2433 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerHow To Use Instagram Reels (QUICK & EASY)http://www.jessicawhitaker.co/workshop
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2020-08-1134 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerHow To Use IGTV This Week, Solo Female Travel Tips, My First JobBook mentioned: https://amzn.to/2Xq3j89
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2020-08-0339 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerMy Faith, Productivity, Adopting My DogFacebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildandbloomjessicawhitaker/
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2020-07-2735 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica Whitaker3 Photography Website Mistakes & How To Fix ThemTo get the perfect photography website we have to do an honest audit of our portfolio. Is it fully optimized to truly bring in your dream clients? I am sharing 3 website mistakes that you might be making and how to fix them. They are very simple fixes that will make a huge difference.
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2020-07-2317 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerAn Important Conversation on College Education with Andrea PonsAndrea immigrated with her family when she was 10 years old from Mexico to the United States and shares how she was able to get her entire college tuition covered in scholarships.
If you are contemplating going to college, staying in college, or going back to college this episode is the tough love you might need.
We had the important conversation about college education in the creative space. I encourage you to listen to this episode with an open mind (especially if you are contemplating dropping out) to help you solidify your decision with college education.
2020-07-101h 18Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerTour Photography Process with Nesrin Danan | How To Book and Work With MusiciansNesrin Danan is a photographer based out of Portland, Oregon who specializes in concert, tour, portrait photography. She works for corporations like YouTube and Facebook on an ongoing basis (honestly, the list goes on and on!) Today Nesrin is going to walk us through how she grew her skillset and career in working with musicians on the road. Nesrin shares practical tips you can apply to your photography business when it comes to networking (yes, even if you’re shy and introverted) no matter where in the world you’re at. We’re going to learn her process when she is...
2020-06-1642 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerHow To Make A Movie with Marina BarhamMarina Barham is a 22 year old film maker based out of Brooklyn who is currently in the pre-production stages of creating her short film, “Breakfast at the Bodgea.” We also discuss the importance of representation of women in the film industry and middle eastern roles better portrayed.
Marina also explains the process of creating a movie. From writing and what software she uses to save the script, to finding actors, raising money, location permits, to building and managing a team. She will not only share her journey and experiences in the industry, but give you advice backed with...
2020-06-1150 minBuild and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerTransition From Corporate to Freelance with Wisdom, Patience, and a Plan w/ Katy BellotteKaty Bellotte is a New York City creative, content creator, graphic designer, youtuber, influencer and all-around ARTIST. She recently made the jump from her 9-5 corporate job to freelancing full-time. In this episode of the Build and Bloom podcast Katy shares her story and gives wise, practical action steps for anyone looking to go full-time freelance or start a side project. I really appreciate her thoughtful perspective on this topic and can't wait for you to learn from her!
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https://www.instagram.com/katybellotte/
Hire her ~ https://www.instagram.com/katybellottedesigns/
2020-06-011h 05Build and Bloom Photography Podcast With Jessica WhitakerHow to Negotiate $$$ with Tori Dunlap of Her First 100kTori Dunlap is a millennial money and career expert whose work has been featured in Forbs, Good Morning America, The New York Times, the Today Show, Business Insider, and so many more. You might recognize her from going viral after accomplishing the huge goal of saving 100,000 dollars at 25 years old.
Tori’s website reads “We won’t have true equality until we have financial equality” and provides financial education for women.
In this episode Tori is going to walk us thru the art of negotiation, whether this is with a client or corporate job.
Tori...
2020-05-2447 min
We're All CreativeCreating and communicating with people through professional photography with Jessica WhitakerIn this episode of We’re All Creative Podcast I sit down with Jessica Whitaker to talk about what it means to create and communicate with people through her role as a professional photographer. We discuss her strategy, philosophy, personal motivation and many other topics that entrepreneurs and creatives should be thinking about. Jessica provides advice, education and inspiration for creatives in any role or industry and shares insight into her non-profit and online community 'Build + Bloom' - a program which provides free photography business education to young photographers around the world. This podc...
2019-07-1758 min