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PhotoBizX The Ultimate Wedding and Portrait Photography Business Podcast613: Walid Azami - Calling Out the Fakes in the Photography Industry
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Walid Aami of www.walidazami.com first appeared on the podcast a few years ago in episode 493, where we dived deep into pricing for all photographers, and working in the world of celebrities and commercial clients in Los Angeles.
His photography journey started with an opportunity to work alongside Madonna, and from that moment, he knew this was his path.
Since then, he’s photographed some of the biggest names in the world—Kanye West, Mariah Carey, Jennifer Lopez, Usher, Bernie Sander...
2025-04-2100 min
Camera Shake Photography PodcastCAN YOU SURVIVE as a Photographer in 2025? - with WALID AZAMI - Episode 243In this week’s episode, renowned photographer and director Walid Azami delves into the future of photography and the critical role of video in 2025. Drawing from his experiences with high-profile clients like Jennifer Lopez, Usher, and Mariah Carey, as well as major brands such as CBS, VW, and Pepsi, Walid shares invaluable advice for photographers aiming to thrive in a competitive market. Discover strategies to develop your unique style, build a compelling personal brand, and create multiple revenue streams beyond traditional client shoots. Walid also discusses the importance of embracing social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok to enhance vi...
2025-02-061h 34
The Nerdy Photographer PodcastBreaking Barriers: Building a Diverse Future for PhotographyIn the world of photography, every click of the shutter captures not just an image but a unique perspective, a story waiting to be told. Yet, the industry has often fallen short in amplifying voices from marginalized communities. Today, it's crucial to explore how we can empower photographers from diverse backgrounds, ensuring a rich tapestry of narratives that reflect the true diversity of the human experience. Visibility matters. Empowering photographers from marginalized communities involves actively promoting their work and ensuring that they receive the recognition they deserve. This can be achieved through exhibitions, features in publications, and...
2024-02-2952 min
Photography FriendsEp. 97: 5 Things To Do When Starting a Photo Business with Walid AzamiThis week celebrity photographer Walid Azami is here to share some wisdom in the form of 5 things we would do differently if we were starting a photography business from scratch in 2024.
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2024-02-2659 min
Art Is... a podcast for artistsCrafting Your Strategy: From Studio to Social MediaWelcome to Season 5 Episode 9 of Art Is... a podcast for artists, where we brainstorm the future of the art world and the creative industries.In this week's illuminating episode, Lauryn and Isotta embark on a journey to decode the art of strategy in both your creative studio practice and your online presence. Join them as they explore invaluable insights and strategies that will transform the way you approach your creative endeavors.Lauryn shares her coaching strategy that's bound to elevate your productivity and impact. Discover the power of honing in on just three results, the...
2023-09-2129 min
Grow Your Video Business with Ryan Koral351. The Art of Being a Solution: How to Grow Your Video Business with Walid AzamiIn this episode of the podcast, Ryan is joined by Walid Azami to discuss the business of video production. They dive into the importance of positioning oneself as a solution to clients' problems, understanding clients' needs, and how to approach pricing and sales. Key topics include: The importance of being a solution to a problem clients have or will have. How to stand out in a crowded market. The power of reaching out to people and building relationships. The impact of surrounding yourself with positive, idea-driven people. Key Takeaways You should walk away knowing how to position yourself...
2023-09-1847 min
Architecture, Design & PhotographyEp: 087 - Capturing Icons and Empowering Creatives w/ Walid AzamiIn this episode of Architecture, Design & Photography we sit down with Walid Azami, Photographer and Commercial Director based in Los Angeles, CA. Walid Azami is a photographer & director based in Los Angeles, CA. He has worked with people like Bob Proctor, Bernie Sanders, Perry Farrel, Mariah Carey, Kanye West, and Madonna. For over 6 years, he has mentored the photography & video community with business education. Much of his focus was on marginalized populations, helping them increase their rates and book more clients. More from Walid: Website: https://www.walidazami.com/ Instagram: https://www...
2023-06-301h 14
IPS Made Easy Photography Podcast With Destiny Tillery, In Person Sales, Profitable Photographers, Photography Business, Book More Clients, Make More Money, Automation for Busy Photographers68. Setbacks to Success with Celebrity Photographer Walid AzamiListen in on this interview with Walid Azami, celebrity photographer and music video director from Los Angeles, CA on allowing setbacks to become springboards, staying true to yourself even when it's difficult and the real reason we need to "put ourselves out there". https://www.walidazami.com/ ----> In Person Sales Course Free Facebook Community www.destinytilleryeducation.com Enjoy, Share & Subscribe! Destiny
2023-06-1938 min
This Week in Photo (TWiP)Capturing the Stars: A Chat with Celebrity Photographer, Walid AzamiWalid Azami shares his secrets to success in the competitive world of celebrity photography in Los Angeles
2023-05-1343 min
The How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Entrepreneurship for Creatives with Walid Azami How Walid Azami overcame the challenges of being a refuge to start and grow his photography business. Walid shares his experiences as a professional photographer – including overcoming the challenges of being an immigrant to build his successful creative business. If you are a creative artist, like a photographer, videography, makeup artist, hair stylist, or any other type of creative content creator – any business where you are turning your creative passion into a small business – then this episode is for you. Henry Lopez is the host of The How of Business podcast – helping you start, run and grow your sma...
2023-03-1346 min
F-Stop Collaborate and Listen305: Walid Azami - Pricing Your PhotographyOne of the most frequent question I see other photographers asking is "how much should I charge for my services or prints?" Pricing your photography can be tricky, no matter what genre of photography you are engaged with. As such, it was awesome to have a conversation with this week's guest on Episode 305 of the F-Stop Collaborate and Listen podcast.
This week I had a blast speaking with Walid Azami. Walid is a photographer and commercial director living in Los Angeles and originally from Kabul, Afghanistan. He photographs celebrities, commercial products, and a lot more while offering h...
2023-02-2058 min
Creative Caffeine with Walid AzamiA Creative Calling with, Chase Jarvis!Chase Jarvis is a well-known figure in the world of photography and entrepreneurship. He is the author of the book "Creative Calling," which focuses on the importance of creativity and following one's passion. In the book, Jarvis encourages artists to take the initiative and create, even if it means stepping outside their comfort zone. He believes that everyone has a unique creative voice and that it's important to nurture and develop that voice in order to achieve success. Jarvis also stresses the importance of staying true to oneself and not letting fear or doubt hold one back from pursuing...
2022-12-1550 min
Bokeh - The Photography Podcast#595: How to Price Yourself for Profitability - Walid AzamiThe conversation around pricing has become unnecessarily complicated in the photography industry, and photographer Walid Azami is here to fix that! Listen in to this episode with Walid to learn how to simply establish pricing that not only makes sense to your clients, but also sets your business up for profitability.
The Bokeh Podcast is brought to you by Photographer’s Edit: Custom Editing for the Professional Photographer. You can subscribe to the Bokeh podcast on the Apple podcast app, follow on Spotify, add to your playlist on Stitcher, or listen on Overcast.
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2022-11-291h 03
The Art of PhotographyEp 48 - How to value yourself, your photography & find dream customers who are willing to pay for your photography with Celebrity Photographer Walid AzamiHey Wicked Hunters,
Welcome back to the art of photography podcast with Stanley Aryanto. This week we welcome a celebrity photographer all the way from LA.
Walid Azami is a photographer & video director based in Los Angeles, California. Originally from Kabul, Afghanistan. He has worked with people you may recognize like Jennifer Lopez, Mariah Carey, Madonna, Ricky Martin, Mary J Blige, Wendy Williams, Bernie Sanders, and many more. His work has been featured in magazines such as Rolling Stone, Glamour, Allure, and Teen Vogue. He’s known for holding the client’s hands through the entire...
2022-11-211h 23
The Art of PhotographyEp 48 – How to value yourself, your photography & find dream customers who are willing to pay for your photography with Celebrity Photographer Walid AzamiHey Wicked Hunters,
Welcome back to the art of photography podcast with Stanley Aryanto. This week we welcome a celebrity photographer all the way from LA.
Walid Azami is a photographer & video director based in Los Angeles, California. Originally from Kabul, Afghanistan. He has worked with people you may recognize like Jennifer Lopez, Mariah Carey, Madonna, Ricky Martin, Mary J Blige, Wendy Williams, Bernie Sanders, and many more. His work has been featured in magazines such as Rolling Stone, Glamour, Allure, and Teen Vogue. He’s known for holding the client’s hands through the entire...
2022-11-2100 minPhotography FriendsEp. 80: Getting Celebrity Clients with Walid AzamiAre you ready to take your clientele to the next level? Of course you are! Every photographer loves exciting shoots and making more money. Luckily, celebrity photographer (and fellow Bernie Bro) Walid Azami joins us to provide tips for getting celebrity clients (like Usher & Mariah Carey) and building a photography career even foreign parents can be proud of.
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2022-11-1453 min
FRAMES Photography PodcastWalid AzamiOn today's episode W. Scott Olsen is talking to Walid Azami, a photographer and commercial director in the Los Angeles area, originally from Kabul, Afghanistan. This podcast is brought to you by FRAMES - high quality quarterly printed photography magazine. You can find out more about FRAMES over at www.readframes.com.Send us a text
2022-11-1433 min
Photography RadioWalid AzamiOn today's episode W. Scott Olsen is talking to Walid Azami, a photographer and commercial director in the Los Angeles area, originally from Kabul, Afghanistan. This podcast is brought to you by FRAMES - high quality quarterly printed photography magazine. You can find out more about FRAMES over at www.readframes.com.Find our more about FRAMES:FRAMES MagazineFRAMES Instagram feedFRAMES Facebook Group
2022-11-1433 minCreative Caffeine with Walid AzamiFinancial Storms for Photographers and VideographersThe economy is changing and this is your chance as a creative entrepreneur to make big jumps! In this podcast, I speak about what you need to do in a recession and how you can benefit from it. In the last recession I made massive changes that helped me spring forward in ways many didn't. Learn from my experience and grow your business!
If you would like to sign up for my photographer's survival kit, it's free (link below)
https://photographybusinesscourse.com/signup/
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Photography Pricing...
2022-11-0328 min2022-10-1613 min
Creative Caffeine with Walid AzamiSuccess Hack: It's how You Bet!How you bet will determine your career and success level. Seriously, it's that simple and crazy! You will either bet for yourself or against yourself, nothing more.
If you would like to sign up for my photographer's survival kit, it's free (link below)
https://photographybusinesscourse.com/signup/
WALID'S INFO AND COURSES
Photography Pricing Course (STEP PRICING) here
https://go.photographybusinesscourse.com/STEPpricing
Masterclass/workshop here
https://go.photographybusinesscourse.com/shop
Photography Blog here
https://photographybusinesscourse.com
Instagram here
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2022-10-0611 min
Great Big Photography WorldEpisode 122 - Interview With Walid Azami - Great Big Photography World PodcastSupport this podcast in return for exciting perks: https://greatbigphotographyworld.com/
Join our free online photography community to interact with this podcast guest, get access to fun photo contests, find inspiration daily, and much more! https://photographycourse.net/groups/photographycourse-net/forum/main-forum/podcast-guests/
How to Start a Photography Business is led by award-winning American photographer Krystal Kenney. Over 6 modules and 50 lessons, you’ll learn everything you need to run a successful photography business from anywhere in the world. Krystal covers everything including website design, finding customers, marketing, and much more!
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2022-10-0549 minCreative Caffeine with Walid AzamiGreat Photos, Terrible Captions! How copywriting can help you book more clients (w/Boomer Cruz)You're great at taking beautiful photographs, making videos, or applying makeup...but creating captions for social media or your website? That needs a little boost. Luckily I brought my friend Boomer Cruz to give you the best tips. He's the lead copywriter at SalesForce, a powerful SF-based ad agency. He's been responsible for campaigns with Virgin Airlines, Muscle Milk, Lyft, and more.
Listen to the podcast now!
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Photography Pricing Course (STEP PRICING) here https://go.photographybusinesscourse...
2022-08-0119 minCreative Caffeine with Walid AzamiShould You Start your own Photo StudioChoosing to open a photography studio is a huge decision, and one that honestly, thousands of us make every year. Understanding the pros and cons of having a photography studio is important if you want your business to succeed. In this podcast, I talk about the things that you need to survive and thrive in this business for the long term, what you can make money on to support your business, and all the things that will bite you in the butt if you're not careful.
Walid's Links
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2022-06-2021 min
The Shit Show Of My TwentiesCrashing A 100k Car And Becoming A Celebrity Photography With Walid AzamiToday I am joined by Walid Azami. Walid has photographed, directed, and creative directed for some of the world's biggest names like: Madonna, Jennifer Lopez, Bernie Sanders, Kanye West, Usher, Mariah Carey, NFL, Volkswagen, Vanity Fair, TeenVogue and more!For the past 6 years he used this experience to uplift the creative community and help them build a successful business! He helps them with marketing, pricing, building a robust business, and teaches them how to stand up for other artists and to trust their instincts.We talk about crashing a 100k car, trusting our...
2022-06-2046 minThe Shit Show Of My TwentiesCrashing A 100k Car And Becoming A Celebrity Photography With Walid AzamiToday I am joined by Walid Azami. Walid has photographed, directed, and creative directed for some of the world's biggest names like: Madonna, Jennifer Lopez, Bernie Sanders, Kanye West, Usher, Mariah Carey, NFL, Volkswagen, Vanity Fair, TeenVogue and more!For the past 6 years he used this experience to uplift the creative community and help them build a successful business! He helps them with marketing, pricing, building a robust business, and teaches them how to stand up for other artists and to trust their instincts.We talk about crashing a 100k car, trusting our...
2022-06-2046 minCreative Caffeine with Walid AzamiPhotography Rates vs. InflationDid you know that if you don't raise your rates according to inflation, you will very likely go out of business? In the podcast episode (and blog post, see below) I'm going to show you how to do this with the blessing of your clients.
The blog for this podcast episode is here https://photographybusinesscourse.com/photography-business-inflation/
Walid's Links
Walid Azami Masterclass/workshop here https://go.photographybusinesscourse.com/shop
Walid's Photography Blog here https://photographybusinesscourse.com
Walid Azami Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/walid.azami/
2022-04-2921 minCreative Caffeine with Walid AzamiPhotographers Ask these 4 Questions and Book More!Many photographers (and videographers) will sit with the client during the first meeting. They won't know what to say or how to best maximize the opportunity. The first meeting is when the client decides if they want to hire you and for how much. Let's make the most of it and increase your rate of booking! You got this and I support you!
Watch this on Youtube: https://youtu.be/kip6wxm4WjM
The blog about this post is here https://photographybusinesscourse.com/book-photo-clients/
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2022-03-2814 minCreative Caffeine with Walid AzamiBad TikTok Habits for PhotographersTikTok, Instagram Reels, Youtube Shorts, etc... there's a right way to do it and there's a wrong way to do it. In this podcast I am going to tell you habits to avoid and what to build. The instruction is for creatives and photographers who wish to earn an income from their art. If you are doing for just the fun of it, or you want to become an influencer - then you can skip this episode.
You can find the full article and YouTube video for this topic here https://photographybusinesscourse.com/photography-tiktok-tips/
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2022-03-1713 min
Creative Caffeine with Walid AzamiStart Charging with THIS Method (Applies for All Artists)If you are an artist who does not know how to charge, hasn't started, then listen to this! This is an excellent starting point to charging for your work. It's great for photographers, videographers, and even all other types of visual artists. See the entire blog post with graphics regarding this podcast for extra help! https://photographybusinesscourse.com/photography-pricing-beginners/
Walid's Links
Walid Azami Masterclass/workshop here https://go.photographybusinesscourse.com/shop
Walid's Photography Blog here https://photographybusinesscourse.com
Walid Azami Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/walid.azami/
2022-03-0117 minCreative Caffeine with Walid AzamiGay Hendricks: The Big Leap for photographersGay Hendricks discusses his successful books "The Big Leap" and "The Genius Zone" on my podcast and how they both relate to photographers (and other creative artists). This is a fascinating and wildly insightful episode of The Creative Caffeine Podcast. Gay Hendricks previously appeared on the Oprah Winfrey Show, and we're fortunate that he's sharing his genius with all of us.
To visit Gay's website, go to the Hendrick's Institute here
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Walid's Links
Walid Azami Masterclass/workshop here https://www.walidazami.c...
2022-02-0948 minCreative Caffeine with Walid AzamiMake Art but Starve! Photographers, videographers, any type of creative artist has suffered what some label as "Starving Artist". In his podcast episode it is short and sweet and it talks about how damaging that statement is and why. Listen to it and forward it to anyone you love who is an artist. Check out the blog post about this here https://www.walidazami.com/photographyblog/youre-not-starving-but-youre-an-artist
Walid's Links
Walid Azami Masterclass/workshop here https://www.walidazami.com/shop
Walid Azami Website here https://www.walidazami.com
Walid Azami Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/w...
2022-01-1005 min
JohnnyBoy Studios051 ~ Best of Guests, 2021Thank you to each of the guests on the podcast this year! Let's take a look back at all the wonderful conversations I had with those who helped to make this first year possible.Eric GuilmetteNoah & LiefKris PavoneWalid AzamiKristof MaeyensMarla MartinezOsvaldo AcabaErica JamesSteven ReyesEmail me if you would like to be a guest in 2022 and be featured on a future round-up episode!Let's connect!JohnnyBoy Studios on YouTubeJoin my mailing list for more...
2021-12-271h 55Creative Caffeine with Walid AzamiThese 3 Lessons in Photography will Help the Future of Your BusinessPhotographers (and let's be honest, all creatives) can benefit from the 3 lessons I'm about to share in this podcast episode. The future is bright for creatives, and I want you to understand your full value!
Walid's Links
Walid Azami Masterclass/workshop here https://www.walidazami.com/shop
Walid Azami Website here https://www.walidazami.com
Walid Azami Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/walid.azami/
Walid Azami Youtube here https://www.youtube.com/c/WalidAzamiTV
2021-12-2616 minCreative Caffeine with Walid AzamiYou are NOT a Creative Director! Here's how you can be, and why you're not one at the momentMany photographers refer to themselves as a creative director. That could be dangerous to their career, reputation, and their professional development. In this podcast episode I'll discuss how you can start your track to becoming a creative director and why it's dangerous...yes dangerous... to call yourself a creative director so soon!
If you want to sign up for my photographer's survival package, go here https://www.WalidAzami.com/yes
Walid's Links
Walid Azami Masterclass/workshop here https://www.walidazami.com/shop
Walid Azami Website here https://www.walidazami.com
Walid Azami I...
2021-12-1516 minCreative Caffeine with Walid AzamiPhotographers, Say No! Say Nope!Dear photographers, videographers and really all types of creatives: I urge you to say NO more often. It seems almost counter-productive to draw boundaries but it works like a charm! When you hear this episode, take a moment to reflect on how you maneuver through this world. Are you saying NO enough? Is the answer to that NO? :)
Walid's Links
Walid Azami Masterclass/workshop here https://www.walidazami.com/shop
Walid Azami Website here https://www.walidazami.com
Walid Azami Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/walid.azami/
Walid Azami Y...
2021-12-0914 minCreative Caffeine with Walid AzamiOMG, She Shoots Like a Girl!I learned that my photography channels that help others are predominantly male! Now that's not the problem because I am not sure anything could be an even split 50/50. However, having less women holding a camera has some longterm damage for all of us. In this podcast, I speak on what I mean by "shooting like a girl" and why we need more female photographers.
To see the blog post and video on this: https://www.walidazami.com/photographyblog/female-photographers
Walid's Links for more Photography Help:
Walid Azami Website here
Walid Azami Instagram here
2021-12-0310 minCreative Caffeine with Walid AzamiVideo and Photo Pros, these are the 3 Questions You Must Ask!Photographers and our good video friends, this podcast episode will give you 3 questions to ask! When you ask these 3 questions from your clients, get ready to sit back and have them give the total script. It's not brain surgery, in fact having good questions from your clients can really save your hours of frustration and add tens of thousands in profits each year.
Listen, take notes and then do this homework assignment. Think back on your previous sessions and see if you ask them questions or if you speak the entire time? Think about the questions you...
2021-11-2819 minJohnnyBoy Studios044 ~ Book Review; SuperfansToday I am reviewing the book "Superfans: The Easy Way to Stand Out, Grow Your Tribe, and Build a Successful Business" by Pat Flynn, host of the award-winning podcast Smart Passive Income.From inside the jacket;Want to create a brand that will stand the test of time? Want to build a business that will last, one made to withstand the onslaught of competition, the whims of algorithmic changes, and the unscrupulous efforts of trolls and hackers? The key isn't the best technology, the most diverse revenue streams, or the biggest marketing budget. The is...
2021-11-1637 minCreative Caffeine with Walid AzamiPhotography Mini-Sessions will Change Your Business! Here's Why....Photographers looking to build a quick portfolio, should look into mini sessions. It's the perfect solution for the new photographer who wants a quick build, a big boost in marketing and massive practice for a successful business. Give this podcast episode a good listen and consider implementing mini-sessions into your photography business. 6 months of mini-sessions and you will not recognize your business moving forward. It's going to be the most robust and powerful thing you may have ever built!
If you are looking for true photography business mentorship, I would highly recommend my Photography Masterclass. It's a c...
2021-11-1518 minCreative Caffeine with Walid Azami3 Money Making Tips for Photographers and All Creatives!Photographers and all creative professionals, this is an important episode for your money affairs. There are things you can do to maximize your income and this podcast episodes cover that. For example, did you know that charging a production fee actually give your business a boost that will change the path forever? Collecting a production fee changes how clients perceive you, how they pay you, and how you are placed in the marketing world.
Did you know that the first value is set by the creator and the retaining value is set by the market place? We g...
2021-10-2614 minCreative Caffeine with Walid AzamiGetting Photo Clients to Pay a Full WagePhotographers (and all artists) sometimes the small changes within a business can provide massive rewards for your business. I gave Chaz a much-needed coaching session for his business. His business is already successful but we're making changes along the way to ensure that he keeps growing without exhausting himself. But his biggest frustration is finding clients who actually want to pay his full rates. Isn't that something we can all get behind!?
Listen in to my conversation about Chaz's photography business and see how you can help your own, with the notes I give Chaz.
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2021-09-0847 minCreative Caffeine with Walid Azami"Small Changes, Big Rewards!" - Photo/Marketing Business Coaching Session w/ Francisco DominguezPhotographers (and all artists) sometimes the small changes within a business can provide massive rewards for your business. I gave Francisco a much-needed coaching session for his business. His business is already successful but we're making changes along the way to ensure that he keeps growing without exhausting himself. This podcast is about boundaries! If you have issues with boundaries with your clients, employees or contractors then give this a listen. It's a full transformation and an uncomfortable listen because I'm calling Francisco out on his policies. Because he listened and because he's willing to learn, Francisco had an...
2021-08-0350 min
JohnnyBoy Studios031 ~ Feat Walid AzamiThis episode is gonna rock. Today I have the privilege to bring on my photography mentor Walid Azami to talk about his incredible journey of following his intuition and building an incredible career.I connected to Walid after hearing him on an episode of AskPat (a coaching podcast from Pat Flynn) an instantly knew this was who I needed to follow in order to build a photography business, not just take pretty pictures. That one decision has been a game changer in the overall JohnnyBoy Studios business, and the JohnnyBoy Photos pillar specifically.Sit back...
2021-07-261h 07Creative Caffeine with Walid Azami"From Grad to Gucci" - A Photography Business Coaching Session with Anthony McCrayAnthony McCray is a talented photographer who is photographing a lot of graduation portraits but has the style and drive to bring in more fashion campaigns, Gucci being a big goal for him! In this podcast episode called "Grad to Gucci" I'm giving him a coaching session that helps drive his business to a new level.
WALID LINKS:
Walid Azami Website here
Walid Azami Instagram here
Walid Azami Youtube here
Walid Azami Masterclass/workshop here
GUEST LINKS:
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2021-07-2552 minJohnnyBoy Studios030 ~ JohnnyBoy PhotosToday I am giving a breakdown of how I founded, and how I am currently building, JohnnyBoy Photos. This is a look of the path I took and the roadmap I am following for future success in photography.Let's connect!Join my mailing list for more!Join me on clubhouse! @johnnyboy_LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEJohnnyBoy PhotosRoss Reyes PhotographyWalid AzamiLet's connect! I'd love to hear from you.Subscribe on YouTube, join my mailing list, or send me an email!
2021-07-131h 09Creative Caffeine with Walid AzamiAlabama Fashion Photographer Finds his Ideal Client (Wesley Pellot Coaching Session)Wesley Pellot is a fashion photographer based in Alabama but that won't stop him! Now he wants to start booking more fashion/commercial clients and is looking to really refine his portfolio to meet his client's needs. Wesley has a strong body of work but does the portfolio presented work with the clients that he wants? In this coaching session, we are helping him with positioning himself. This is important for all photographers to listen to, and take notes about their business. In addition to that, we're doing website notes for him. Follow along and share this podcast episode...
2021-07-1243 min
Creative Caffeine with Walid Azami(Solo) Dear Photographer: You Charge too Much!?Dear photographers, video pros and all of our visual artists friends: this will be the only time that I beg you to listen to an episode and then to share it.
Please invest this time in yourself and then invest in your community. There is no way you can charge your value, if you don't understand your value!
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Walid Azami Instagram here
Walid Azami Youtube here
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2021-07-0229 minCreative Caffeine with Walid AzamiThe Photography Business vs. Instagram (Lesley Bryce Coaching Session)Lesley Bryce is a successful photographer who captured imagery for clients like Jessica Alba, Joe Jonas, Miley Cyrus and many more. She also has a new baby, focusing on her health, and managing a career post-2020 (we all know that year!) - is Instagram her only path to booking bigger clients?
Where does she fit as she re-enters the market post-baby, post-2020, and what's her best method of promoting her business. Instagram is exhausting. How can she find her place on the popular social app without changing her style?
Lesley Bryce Website here
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2021-06-2929 minJohnnyBoy Studios024 ~ Mentors & CoachesA key to growing both in your business and in your personal life is by gaining guidance from someone who has been there before, or who has a bit of knowledge that may apply to you and your situation.Mentors and coaches are crucial to growth. Today I look at some of the people in my life I have considered a mentor (even when they did not know it) and two coaches I am still working with to this day.We also discuss why you should consider getting a coach and a mentor...
2021-06-0141 min
Intuitive BrandingFrom Being Madonna's Music Manager to Becoming Usher's Personal Photographer | Walid AzamiHow do you become an influencer and start a 6-figure business after hitting rock bottom and having no money in the bank? Despite having no proper training or lessons in photography, Walid Azami did not stop working hard and learning the basics of photography. His intuition had him pick up this camera to take to a video shoot. This led him to be asked to be the personal photographer for Usher, which then had him become a social media influencer while running a 6-figure business, working with famous music artists such as Kanye...
2021-05-3147 min
The Chase Jarvis LIVE ShowCreativity is a HabitA few weeks ago a shared a conversation on Clubhouse with photographers Ben Von Wong and Tim Tadder and I received a lot of positive feedback. If you're not familiar with Clubhouse, it's new social audio platform. It's currently still in beta, so access is still limited. So grateful to be able to record a couple of these and share them out so you can listen in. Today I'm back with hosts Walid Azami (@walid.azami) and Mathieu Young (@mathieuyoung) in a Clubhouse conversation talking about creativity and my book Creative Calling. Some things we get into:
2021-05-101h 09
The Chase Jarvis LIVE ShowThings Photographers Spend Too Much Time Talking AboutRecently I joined photographers Ben Von Wong and Tim Tadder, along with hosts Walid Azami and Mathieu Young on Clubhouse to chat about "Things Photographers Spend Too Much Time Talking About". But this is not about photography widgets, lenses, and photo shoots. It's not even really specific to photography. This is about career choices. It's about following your heart. And of course - the title is tongue-in-cheek because it's actually about the stuff we don't talk about enough. Some things we get into: How to let go of goals that aren't serving us
2021-04-121h 33
MobCastPapo da Casa: Dá pra ter consistência no Instagram postando menos? - Mobcast Temporada 3James Dantas e Thiago Mello trazem um papo bacana sobre consistência no Instagram. É preciso postar todo dia ou dá pra engajar seus seguidores postando menos? Eles comentam os experimentos da Squared Academy sobre postar 3 vezes na semana e a estratégia do fotógrafo Walid Azami sobre postar apenas 1 vez na semana. Coloque o fone de ouvido e aperte o play :)
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Authors Who Lead - Learn to write a book from bestselling authors and leadersWalid Azami - From Teacher Credential drop out to Celebrity Photographer – 070Send us a textWalid Azami dropped out of his teaching credential program and pursued his career in the creative space, particularly in the field of photography. Included in his photography portfolio are celebrities such as Kanye West, Jennifer Lopez, Usher, Ricky Martin, Maria Carey, Madonna, and more. His music video work includes Christina Aguilera, Mariah Carey, and his video for Tamar Braxton received a Video of the Year nomination. Walid is the creative director for growing brands. He is a public speaker. He teaches online courses to photographers globally and gives daily bu...
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How To Become A Rockstar Photographer Podcast with Matthias HombauerHTBARP 81 Walid Azami: How To Follow Your InstinctsWalid Azami speaks about why it is good to follow your instincts and explains why it is important to know your camera inside out. Walid is a photographer & director who got his start by working with Madonna + Co to help create a multitude of projects under her brand.
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The Artemist PodcastGrow Your Career By Helping OthersIt might sound a bit flowery, and possibly a bit counter-intuitive, but you can really grow your career by helping others. There are a lot of business strategies out there, a lot of marketing strategies, social media advertising, email marketing, all that stuff, that can really help you to grow your business and your career as an artist. But today we're going to talk about something different. We're going to talk about how helping others and being generous with your time and your advice can really help you to skyrocket your creative career. My guest today is Walid Azami...
2019-04-1000 min
BUILD BUSINESS ACUMEN PODCASTPersonal Branding & Celebrity Photography with Walid AzamiPersonal Branding and Celebrity Photography. I am discussing personal branding and celebrity photography with Walid Azami is an LA-based photographer who captured images for the likes of Kanye West, Mariah Carey, Ricky Martin, Jennifer Lopez, and more... From his experience of working with legendary artists in the entertainment industry, Walid now wants to help future photographers share in the success and help them start their profitable businesses. You can learn more about personal branding here: https://legacymediahub.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-personal-branding/
2019-01-1946 min
Build Business Acumen PodcastPersonal Branding & Celebrity Photography with Walid AzamiPersonal Branding and Celebrity Photography. I am discussing personal branding and celebrity photography with Walid Azami is an LA-based photographer who captured images for the likes of Kanye West, Mariah Carey, Ricky Martin, Jennifer Lopez, and more... From his experience of working with legendary artists in the entertainment industry, Walid now wants to help future photographers share in the success and help them start their profitable businesses. You can learn more about personal branding here: https://legacymediahub.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-personal-branding/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-01-1947 min
The Smart Passive Income Online Business and Blogging PodcastSPI 350: Massive Transformation in Six Months—Before/After with Walid Azami#350: Walid Azami transformed his life and business in just six months, and you can too! In this episode you'll hear two AskPat coaching sessions with Walid—a before and after—so you can get inspired by his journey. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session350
2018-12-191h 13
The Smart Passive Income Online Business and Blogging PodcastMassive Transformation in Six Months—Before/After with Walid Azami#350: Walid Azami transformed his life and business in just six months, and you can too! In this episode you'll hear two AskPat coaching sessions with Walid—a before and after—so you can get inspired by his journey. Podcast show notes available here: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/session350
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2018-12-191h 11
AskPat 2.0: A Weekly Coaching Call on Online Business, Blogging, Marketing, and Lifestyle DesignWhere Are They Now? Walid Azami (From AP 1022)Today I'm talking with Walid Azami, who was featured back in Episode 1022 of the show. Back then, he was struggling with the idea of selling to his audience. He's come a long way since then: He's here today to tell us what happened and to get some advice on his next steps. Find Walid on Instagram or on his website, HowtoPhotograph.net. If you want to be considered for a coaching session, apply via the form at AskPat.com.If you enjoyed today's episode and you love the format of this show and helping other entrepreneurs, can you help...
2018-11-2931 min
AskPat 2.0: A Weekly Coaching Call on Online Business, Blogging, Marketing, and Lifestyle DesignHow Do I Sell but Still Help People for Free?This week I'm coaching Walid Azami, a successful photographer who wants to get out there and help others do the same. He wants to monetize his business through ebooks, courses, and coaching, while also building his following and staying conscious of his followers who might not have a lot of money. How should he proceed? Check out Walid on Instagram and at WalidAzami.com.
If you want to be considered for a coaching session, apply via the form at AskPat.com.
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2018-06-2838 min
Artists Arguing#208: “The American Dream” with Walid AzamiWalid Azami has quite the tale to tell on this week's Artists Arguing.
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2018-02-1444 minArtists Arguing#208: “The American Dream” with Walid AzamiWalid Azami has quite the tale to tell on this week's Artists Arguing.
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2018-02-1444 min
Wake Up HollywoodAlexa FerrR&B/Pop artist Alexa Ferr was born in 1995 and raised in Toronto, Canada. At just the age of 20, she has already made a name for herself, with media outlets globally coining her as the "Rugged Popstar!"
With over 8 years experience in jazz, tap, ballet, hip-hop and contemporary dance, Alexa is also a triple threat. Alexa also acts as well landed an extra role in Disney's Camp Rock 2 alongside The Jonas Brothers and Demi Lovato. In 2009, Alexa flew to LA for a talent convention and was scouted by many producers, which lead her to fly back and forth to LA...
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