The Wedding CEO: Photography Podcast

In this episode, Alora interviews one of her students, Chrissandra, to discuss her journey from being a timid wedding photographer to a confident salesperson and successful business owner. Chrissandra shares insights on overcoming pricing and sales challenges, the importance of asserting oneself as an expert, and the significant role of the Wedding CEO program in her development. The discussion dives into Chrissandra's unique starting point in photography, the strategic pivot in her approach to client interactions, and her realization that confidence and effective communication are key in closing deals and elevating her business. Throughout the episode, both Alora and Chrissandra emphasize the value of personal branding, understanding and serving your ideal client, and investing in education and community for sustained growth and success. Check out Chrissandra's Instagram: https://instagram.com/capturedby_chris Chrissandra's Website: https://www.capturedbychris.com/welcome --- We help Female Wedding Photographers Make $100k with 1/2 of their weekends free. 📣 The Wedding CEO is currently open for Enrollment! Doors close June 6th 11:59 PM ET ☁️ Want to create your first online offer? Work with me 1:1 - Apply for my Private Coaching 🌟 Rate and Review the podcast, xo - Apple - Spotify --- ✨ My Favorite Things ✨ 💰 Get HoneyBook for 50% off for one year with this link*Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai EditsTonic Website Templates: Get 20% off with code: AloraContracts Written by a Photographer & Lawyer 15% off with code: Alora

In this episode of the Wedding CEO Podcast, Alora interviews Meg, a Colorado wedding and elopement photographer and student of the Wedding CEO program. Meg shares her transformative journey from struggling with her business after relocating from Nebraska to Colorado, to becoming a successful and confident photographer. Meg discusses overcoming mindset hurdles, refining her brand, and mastering sales techniques, which helped her double her prices and book ideal clients. Alora and Meg talks about the importance of mindset, branding, strategic marketing, and the supportive community in achieving substantial business growth. Visit Meg's Website: https://megslatteryphotography.com/ Meg's Instagram: https://instagram.com/megslatteryphoto --- We help Female Wedding Photographers Make $100k with 1/2 of their weekends free. 📣 The Wedding CEO is currently open for Enrollment! Doors close June 6th 11:59 PM ET ☁️ Want to create your first online offer? Work with me 1:1 - Apply for my Private Coaching 🌟 Rate and Review the podcast, xo - Apple - Spotify --- ✨ My Favorite Things ✨ 💰 Get HoneyBook for 50% off for one year with this link*Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai EditsTonic Website Templates: Get 20% off with code: AloraContracts Written by a Photographer & Lawyer 15% off with code: Alora

In this episode, Alora interviews Khariza, a student who has successfully transitioned from earning $20k to $52k as a wedding photographer. Khariza shares her journey starting from 2016, initially capturing events like a Vietnamese tea ceremony with limited experience, to leveraging social media and second shooting gigs for portfolio building. The conversation dives into the pivotal role of The Wedding CEO program in helping Khariza overcome marketing, branding, and pricing challenges, leading to a significant increase in her bookings and revenue. Key discussions include the importance of submitting wins, website revamping, creating a compelling brand story, mastering client consultations, and the power of personalized business proposals. This episode offers insights into navigating the wedding photography industry, dealing with pricing apprehensions, and the transformative impact of targeted coaching and community support. Check out Khariza's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kharizaraephoto Khariza's Website: https://kharizarae.com --- We help Female Wedding Photographers Make $100k with 1/2 of their weekends free. 📣 The Wedding CEO is currently open for Enrollment! Doors close June 6th 11:59 PM ET ☁️ Want to create your first online offer? Work with me 1:1 - Apply for my Private Coaching 🌟 Rate and Review the podcast, xo - Apple - Spotify --- ✨ My Favorite Things ✨ 💰 Get HoneyBook for 50% off for one year with this link*Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai EditsTonic Website Templates: Get 20% off with code: AloraContracts Written by a Photographer & Lawyer 15% off with code: Alora

This episode emphasizes the importance of fully understanding your brand's core - its story, pillars, and personality - before considering a rebrand. Alora highlights the misconception that a rebrand merely involves aesthetic changes like fonts and colors, instead advocating for a deep dive into what makes your brand unique to attract your ideal clients effortlessly. Insight is shared on creating content around your brand story, with a practical guide on how rebranding or refreshing your brand should be approached. The episode covers the need for a clear brand story, effective website feedback, and the negative impacts of a confused or disconnected online presence. Tips on marketing sustainably and focusing efforts on a single platform to avoid burnout are also shared, all aiming to attract dream wedding clients who value your unique brand identity. --- We help Female Wedding Photographers Make $100k with 1/2 of their weekends free. 📣 The Wedding CEO is currently open for Enrollment! Doors close June 6th 11:59 PM ET ☁️ Want to create your first online offer? Work with me 1:1 - Apply for my Private Coaching 🌟 Rate and Review the podcast, xo - Apple - Spotify --- ✨ My Favorite Things ✨ 💰 Get HoneyBook for 50% off for one year with this link*Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai EditsTonic Website Templates: Get 20% off with code: AloraContracts Written by a Photographer & Lawyer 15% off with code: Alora

In this episode, we discuss the concept of price perfection for wedding photographers, challenging traditional notions of pricing based on self-worth. Alora shares personal experiences of undercharging and evolving in the business, emphasizing the importance of determining prices based on the costs of life, business, and savings rather than competition or self-valuation. The episode introduces the profit pricing calculator, a tool designed to accurately account for all expenses and income needed for sustaining the business and personal life. Through detailed explanation and examples, the discussion covers the importance of knowing your numbers, structuring service packages strategically, and scaling beyond scrappy beginnings to a profitable, confident business setup. --- We help Female Wedding Photographers Make $100k with 1/2 of their weekends free. 📣 The Wedding CEO is currently open for Enrollment! Doors close June 6th 11:59 PM ET ☁️ Want to create your first online offer? Work with me 1:1 - Apply for my Private Coaching 🌟 Rate and Review the podcast, xo - Apple - Spotify --- ✨ My Favorite Things ✨ 💰 Get HoneyBook for 50% off for one year with this link*Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai EditsTonic Website Templates: Get 20% off with code: AloraContracts Written by a Photographer & Lawyer 15% off with code: Alora

In this episode, we focus on addressing common marketing challenges within the wedding industry, particularly why wedding professionals are not getting inquiries or are getting ghosted by potential clients. Alora shares insights from a recent coaching call, emphasizing that lack of inquiries is a marketing issue, while not booking clients is a sales issue. She introduces the concept of the 'Wedding Inquiry Wheel,' a tool designed to help understand how different platforms can work together effectively in a marketing strategy. The discussion covers the overwhelm many feel with needing to be active on multiple platforms and provides a solution through strategic, platform-specific content creation. This episode is dedicated to making marketing fun again and ensuring that it reflects the unique brand story of each wedding professional. --- We help Female Wedding Photographers Make $100k with 1/2 of their weekends free. 📣 The Wedding CEO is currently open for Enrollment! Doors close June 6th 11:59 PM ET ☁️ Want to create your first online offer? Work with me 1:1 - Apply for my Private Coaching 🌟 Rate and Review the podcast, xo - Apple - Spotify --- ✨ My Favorite Things ✨ 💰 Get HoneyBook for 50% off for one year with this link*Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai EditsTonic Website Templates: Get 20% off with code: AloraContracts Written by a Photographer & Lawyer 15% off with code: Alora

In this episode of the Wedding CEO podcast, Alora shares effective strategies for wedding photographers to avoid being ghosted by potential clients. She emphasizes the importance of sending multiple follow-up emails and reminding clients that their booking dates are not secured until confirmed. She critiques the desperation often communicated by photographers, suggesting a shift towards showcasing exclusivity and authority instead. The episode highlights the 'magic email,' a specific follow-up that prompts clients to respond, either confirming their interest or allowing the photographer to move on. --- We help Female Wedding Photographers Make $100k with 1/2 of their weekends free. 📣 The Wedding CEO is currently open for Enrollment! Doors close June 6th 11:59 PM ET ☁️ Want to create your first online offer? Work with me 1:1 - Apply for my Private Coaching 🌟 Rate and Review the podcast, xo - Apple - Spotify --- ✨ My Favorite Things ✨ 💰 Get HoneyBook for 50% off for one year with this link*Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai EditsTonic Website Templates: Get 20% off with code: AloraContracts Written by a Photographer & Lawyer 15% off with code: Alora

In this episode of the Wedding CEO podcast, Alora dives into the complexities of managing a busy business while raising children, a topic highly requested by her Instagram followers. She shares her journey from the rapid growth of her business coinciding with the birth of her daughter, to embracing the chaos of motherhood with strategic time management and prioritizing family. Alora discusses the societal pressures and expectations on mothers, and the balancing act between career aspirations and parenting. She emphasizes the importance of work-life harmony, the empowerment of entrepreneurial flexibility for maternity leave, and planning for a family-friendly work schedule. --- We help Female Wedding Photographers Make $100k with 1/2 of their weekends free. 📣 The Wedding CEO is currently open for Enrollment! Doors close June 6th 11:59 PM ET ☁️ Want to create your first online offer? Work with me 1:1 - Apply for my Private Coaching 🌟 Rate and Review the podcast, xo - Apple - Spotify --- ✨ My Favorite Things ✨ 💰 Get HoneyBook for 50% off for one year with this link*Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai EditsTonic Website Templates: Get 20% off with code: AloraContracts Written by a Photographer & Lawyer 15% off with code: Alora

In this episode, Alora invites Gina Knox to share invaluable advice for creative business owners struggling with financial management. Gina. a financial coach specializing in entrepreneurs with variable income, discusses her journey from being curious about money to eventually working in FinTech and helping clients save millions. The episode covers misconceptions about money management for creatives, introduces the 'Cash Flow Waterfall' banking system, and provides actionable steps for entrepreneurs to start paying themselves, save effectively despite inconsistent income, and manage business finances efficiently. Check out Gina's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ginaknox/ Learn more at: https://ginaknox.co/ --- We help Female Wedding Photographers Make $100k with 1/2 of their weekends free. 📣 The Wedding CEO is currently open for Enrollment! Doors close June 6th 11:59 PM ET ☁️ Want to create your first online offer? Work with me 1:1 - Apply for my Private Coaching 🌟 Rate and Review the podcast, xo - Apple - Spotify --- ✨ My Favorite Things ✨ 💰 Get HoneyBook for 50% off for one year with this link*Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai EditsTonic Website Templates: Get 20% off with code: AloraContracts Written by a Photographer & Lawyer 15% off with code: Alora

In this episode of the Wedding CEO podcast, Alora shares insights from recent private coaching calls, showing the power of one-on-one coaching for wedding professionals feeling stuck or unable to attract their ideal clients. Highlighting the lack of a brand story as a common issue, she discusses how to identify and overcome barriers to attracting dream clients. The episode also emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and articulating a clear, authentic brand vision to resonate with desired clients. --- We help Female Wedding Photographers Make $100k with 1/2 of their weekends free. 📣 The Wedding CEO is currently open for Enrollment! Doors close June 6th 11:59 PM ET ☁️ Want to create your first online offer? Work with me 1:1 - Apply for my Private Coaching 🌟 Rate and Review the podcast, xo - Apple - Spotify --- ✨ My Favorite Things ✨ 💰 Get HoneyBook for 50% off for one year with this link*Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai EditsTonic Website Templates: Get 20% off with code: AloraContracts Written by a Photographer & Lawyer 15% off with code: Alora

In this podcast, Alora interviews Brianna Parks, an SEO specialist, and wedding photographer. Brianna shares her experiences in starting a photography business right out of college, and how she used SEO strategies to grow her business from Idaho to California. Throughout the discussion, Brianna emphasizes that SEO is a long-term strategy that can take a year or more to yield results, and during this time, consistency and patience are key. She advises photographers to create informative articles that potential clients will search for, such as guides to improve their visibility on Google. Check out Brianna's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briannaparksphotography Brianna Parks Photography: https://briannaparksphoto.com --- We help Female Wedding Photographers Make $100k with 1/2 of their weekends free. 📣 The Wedding CEO is currently open for Enrollment! Doors close June 6th 11:59 PM ET ☁️ Want to create your first online offer? Work with me 1:1 - Apply for my Private Coaching 🌟 Rate and Review the podcast, xo - Apple - Spotify --- ✨ My Favorite Things ✨ 💰 Get HoneyBook for 50% off for one year with this link*Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai EditsTonic Website Templates: Get 20% off with code: AloraContracts Written by a Photographer & Lawyer 15% off with code: Alora

In this episode, Emily Loeppke from Anna Delores Photography talks about something really important in the photography world – having a team of photographers. This means taking on a leadership role and managing others. She dives into the debate about photographers who have teams, stressing the need for clear rules, agreements, and understanding how to use pictures and photography tricks. Emily also highlights the importance of being thorough and sharing experiences to help others make good decisions. Whether you're a pro or just starting out, you'll definitely learn something from her. Check out Anna Delores's website: https://www.annadelores.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annadelores --- We help Female Wedding Photographers Make $100k with 1/2 of their weekends free. 📣 The Wedding CEO is currently open for Enrollment! Doors close June 6th 11:59 PM ET ☁️ Want to create your first online offer? Work with me 1:1 - Apply for my Private Coaching 🌟 Rate and Review the podcast, xo - Apple - Spotify --- ✨ My Favorite Things ✨ 💰 Get HoneyBook for 50% off for one year with this link*Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai EditsTonic Website Templates: Get 20% off with code: AloraContracts Written by a Photographer & Lawyer 15% off with code: Alora

📣 REMINDER: THE WEDDING CEO CLOSES TOMORROW at 11:59 PM ET --- We help Female Wedding Photographers Make $100k with 1/2 of their weekends free. 📣 The Wedding CEO is currently open for Enrollment! Doors close June 6th 11:59 PM ET ☁️ Want to create your first online offer? Work with me 1:1 - Apply for my Private Coaching 🌟 Rate and Review the podcast, xo - Apple - Spotify --- ✨ My Favorite Things ✨ 💰 Get HoneyBook for 50% off for one year with this link*Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai EditsTonic Website Templates: Get 20% off with code: AloraContracts Written by a Photographer & Lawyer 15% off with code: Alora

📣 REMINDER: THE WEDDING CEO CLOSES TOMORROW at 11:59 PM ET --- We help Female Wedding Photographers Make $100k with 1/2 of their weekends free. 📣 The Wedding CEO is currently open for Enrollment! Doors close June 6th 11:59 PM ET ☁️ Want to create your first online offer? Work with me 1:1 - Apply for my Private Coaching 🌟 Rate and Review the podcast, xo - Apple - Spotify --- ✨ My Favorite Things ✨ 💰 Get HoneyBook for 50% off for one year with this link*Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai EditsTonic Website Templates: Get 20% off with code: AloraContracts Written by a Photographer & Lawyer 15% off with code: Alora

In this episode, Alora talks about chasing trends in the creative industry. She advises listeners to stay true to their personal style, especially when working on creative projects. Alora then elaborates on the negative effects of trend-chasing such as rebrand whiplash, lost personal identity, and feeling trapped in a conforming cycle. She encourages listeners to be intentional in one's work and identity. --- We help Female Wedding Photographers Make $100k with 1/2 of their weekends free. 📣 The Wedding CEO is currently open for Enrollment! Doors close June 6th 11:59 PM ET ☁️ Want to create your first online offer? Work with me 1:1 - Apply for my Private Coaching 🌟 Rate and Review the podcast, xo - Apple - Spotify --- ✨ My Favorite Things ✨ 💰 Get HoneyBook for 50% off for one year with this link*Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai EditsTonic Website Templates: Get 20% off with code: AloraContracts Written by a Photographer & Lawyer 15% off with code: Alora

In this episode, Alora chats with one of her students, Lindsay. They discuss Lindsay's journey from overworked and burnt-out wedding photographer to achieving work-life balance while earning a significant income. Lindsay shares how The Wedding CEO program helped propel her transition by teaching her the importance of clearly communicating her unique brand identity, setting boundaries, and raising prices. Check out Lindsay's website: https://www.lindsayelaine.com Lindsay's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_lindsayelaine/ --- We help Female Wedding Photographers Make $100k with 1/2 of their weekends free. 📣 The Wedding CEO is currently open for Enrollment! Doors close June 6th 11:59 PM ET ☁️ Want to create your first online offer? Work with me 1:1 - Apply for my Private Coaching 🌟 Rate and Review the podcast, xo - Apple - Spotify --- ✨ My Favorite Things ✨ 💰 Get HoneyBook for 50% off for one year with this link*Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai EditsTonic Website Templates: Get 20% off with code: AloraContracts Written by a Photographer & Lawyer 15% off with code: Alora

In this Masterclass recap, Alora shares strategies on how to scale a wedding photography business to six figures without burnout. Some of the topics discussed in detail include implementing profitable pricing and mastering sales calls. Additionally, she also takes listeners through relatable success stories of students who have successfully applied these strategies. This recap is an excellent resource for female wedding photographers looking for strategies to increase earnings, manage their time better and avoid burnout while at the same time delivering quality work to their clients. --- We help Female Wedding Photographers Make $100k with 1/2 of their weekends free. 📣 The Wedding CEO is currently open for Enrollment! Doors close June 6th 11:59 PM ET ☁️ Want to create your first online offer? Work with me 1:1 - Apply for my Private Coaching 🌟 Rate and Review the podcast, xo - Apple - Spotify --- ✨ My Favorite Things ✨ 💰 Get HoneyBook for 50% off for one year with this link*Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai EditsTonic Website Templates: Get 20% off with code: AloraContracts Written by a Photographer & Lawyer 15% off with code: Alora

This episode outlines four ways wedding photographers can break free from the saturated market and make their businesses stand out. Alora discusses common mistakes such as underpricing services, copying other photographers' brands, using non-engaging captions on social media, and only providing a pricing guide to clients without any customization. She also provides solutions like calculating rates based on personal and business expenses, crafting unique brand stories, creating engaging brand-related content, and offering custom proposals to clients. --- We help Female Wedding Photographers Make $100k with 1/2 of their weekends free. 📣 The Wedding CEO is currently open for Enrollment! Doors close June 6th 11:59 PM ET ☁️ Want to create your first online offer? Work with me 1:1 - Apply for my Private Coaching 🌟 Rate and Review the podcast, xo - Apple - Spotify --- ✨ My Favorite Things ✨ 💰 Get HoneyBook for 50% off for one year with this link*Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai EditsTonic Website Templates: Get 20% off with code: AloraContracts Written by a Photographer & Lawyer 15% off with code: Alora

In this episode, Alora revisits Mikayla who shares her journey of growth and success. She discusses her past struggles as an underpriced and overworked photographer who missed out on life's events, but after joining The Wedding CEO program, she rose to the top by raising prices over 3k, launching a successful rebrand, and booking high-end destination weddings. Mikayla also talks about the importance of having a self-confidence and positive mindset, and how it's essential for attracting clients. Her annual booked weddings have transformed into profitable 'dream weddings' because of the program's help with understanding profit pricing and client experience strategies. Mikayla's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chebellaphoto Mikayla's Website: https://www.chebellaphoto.com --- We help Female Wedding Photographers Make $100k with 1/2 of their weekends free. 📣 The Wedding CEO is currently open for Enrollment! Doors close June 6th 11:59 PM ET ☁️ Want to create your first online offer? Work with me 1:1 - Apply for my Private Coaching 🌟 Rate and Review the podcast, xo - Apple - Spotify --- ✨ My Favorite Things ✨ 💰 Get HoneyBook for 50% off for one year with this link*Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai EditsTonic Website Templates: Get 20% off with code: AloraContracts Written by a Photographer & Lawyer 15% off with code: Alora

In this episode, Alora discusses the importance of rest and self-care in enhancing creativity and productivity. This includes practical insights on setting boundaries around work, creating routines that foster self-wellness, and the importance of social connection. In the business context, Alora imparts lessons on achieving work-life harmony and improving business sustainability by automating systems and outsourcing tasks. --- We help Female Wedding Photographers Make $100k with 1/2 of their weekends free. 📣 The Wedding CEO is currently open for Enrollment! Doors close June 6th 11:59 PM ET ☁️ Want to create your first online offer? Work with me 1:1 - Apply for my Private Coaching 🌟 Rate and Review the podcast, xo - Apple - Spotify --- ✨ My Favorite Things ✨ 💰 Get HoneyBook for 50% off for one year with this link*Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai EditsTonic Website Templates: Get 20% off with code: AloraContracts Written by a Photographer & Lawyer 15% off with code: Alora