Passion With Purpose - Photography Podcast, Creative Business, Six Figure Photographer
Business & Finance
About
If you're an aspiring wedding photographer or established creative business entrepreneur and you’re looking for value-packed photography education, wisdom, and real talk about how to run your biz, this is the place for you! I’m a wedding photographer/business coach who went from quitting my 9-5 to pursue full-time photography, started out making less than a thousand per wedding to booking six figs/year, and learning SO much along the way that I'm bursting at the seams to share with you. See you right here twice week (M & W) and hit that subscribe/follow button so you never miss a thing!
Episodes
- Are you in the "dead zone" of photography pricing?
This episode explores photography pricing. Topics include pricing psychology, client behavior, client types, and how to assess pricing strategies within a photography business.
- He turned down $25k, then made $300k+. (Student Spotlight with Frankie Chan)
This episode features Frankie Chan, a wedding videographer, who discusses his business transformation from $80-90K to over $300K annually after participating in the Business Blueprint coaching program. He shares his experience with niching…
- Emails & Texts that get you booked as a Photographer
This episode provides a system for photographers to convert inquiries into paying clients. It covers strategies for responding to emails and texts, personalizing communication, and following up effectively.
- AI is about to impact the Photography Industry... (my predictions)
This episode discusses the impact of AI on the photography industry. It covers predictions and strategies for photographers to adapt and thrive, focusing on post-production, workload, shooting skills, business mastery, and client experienc…
- How to get more clients to the consult call. (Live Coaching Call with Lacey Muenstermann)
This episode of Passion With Purpose features a live coaching call with Lacey Muenstermann, focusing on strategies to convert photography inquiries into consult calls. The discussion covers identifying bottlenecks, optimizing the confirmat…
- "Where is my breakthrough, God?"
The host shares insights on experiencing breakthroughs and the importance of faithfulness in one's photography business. The episode explores how periods of waiting can contribute to spiritual development and personal growth, aiming to shi…
- Business Bible Study: Nehemiah builds the wall. (Bonus Episode)
This episode discusses the biblical story of Nehemiah and applies its lessons to business building, focusing on perseverance through doubt and opposition. It emphasizes maintaining focus and continuing efforts despite challenges encountere…
- Let's talk about personality (clients book you for it!).
This episode discusses the importance of a photographer's personality and connection in attracting clients. It explores how these factors can outweigh skill and offers insights into building social confidence and leveraging natural strengt…
- Stop saying this to clients, and say THIS instead...
This podcast episode discusses common communication mistakes photographers make during client inquiries and sales. It offers alternative phrasing to improve client booking rates by creating clarity, urgency, and confidence.
- His health battle nearly killed him. He's now a 6-Fig Photographer.
This episode features Eric Hillestad, a wedding photographer who shares his story of surviving a near-fatal health crisis and subsequently rebuilding his life and photography business. He discusses the challenges of recovery, the impact on…
- How to get BETTER inquiries, using Meta Ads. (with Peyton Helm)
Peyton Helm joins the podcast to discuss how to get better inquiries using Meta Ads. This episode covers changes in the wedding industry, including ghosting and tighter budgets, and how to adapt to attract high-quality leads.
- When the world feels dark, create anyway.
This episode discusses the importance of creating, even when facing difficult emotions or distractions. It also highlights how some historical artists produced their most significant work during chaotic periods, emphasizing the value of ev…
- She almost quit. Then she doubled her income. (Student Story with Olivia Tarkowski)
Olivia Tarkowski, a wedding photographer, discusses her experience of improving her business. She shares how she went from considering quitting to doubling her income and increasing her booking rates.
- How this Photo/Video duo went from burnout to $200K. (Business Blueprint Student Interview)
In this episode, Josh and Lily of McKinley Made Photo & Film share their journey from burnout to earning $200K in a year. They discuss strategies such as raising prices, improving client experience, and the role of faith in their entrepren…
- Friends & family discounts, haters, parenthood, sharing your faith online, & more. (Q&A episode)
This episode features a rapid-fire Q&A session addressing various questions from photographers. Topics include managing family discounts, dealing with industry critics, personal branding, setting client boundaries, and integrating faith wi…
- Want "Higher End Clients?" Here's how...
This episode discusses attracting higher-end clients in the photography industry. It examines common phrases and how to achieve ideal client engagement.
- When you think you aren’t enough… you aren’t! God is.
This episode discusses processing thoughts of inadequacy and incapability. It focuses on using faith in Jesus Christ as a source of strength.
- When clients keep choosing the cheap photographer over you...
This episode of Passion With Purpose discusses how photographers can manage situations when clients choose cheaper photographers. It offers insights into what to do when this repeatedly occurs.
- If you have less bookings than you'd like...this is for you. (Student Spotlight with Spencer and Gabby of The Schau Photography)
Spencer and Gabby of The Schau Photography, members of the Business Blueprint coaching program, share their strategies for business growth. They discuss their transformation from a stagnant business to achieving five-figure monthly and six…
- Do this to become your goal-self by the end of the year.
This episode of the Passion With Purpose podcast discusses a mindset for achieving goals. The host shares a technique for personal development and goal attainment.
- 5 big lessons I had to learn in 2025.
This episode covers 5 significant lessons learned in 2025 by the host of Passion With Purpose. It includes personal reflections and business advice for photographers.
- "Everyone is an artist until rent is due."
This episode discusses the quote "everyone is an artist until rent is due." It explores the idea of whether people default to creating art when they are not stressed or in need, and how to unlock artistic potential.
- How design AND words should work together on your website. (with Chayse & Avery of Quick Site Design)
This episode features Avery and Chayse of Quick Site Design, who discuss how design and words can work together effectively on photography websites.
- I respond to YOUR business advice.
In this episode, the host of Passion With Purpose Photography Podcast responds to business advice submitted by listeners via Instagram stories. The episode covers various aspects of business advice, ranging from hard-hitting to controversi…
- Do this BEFORE you expect to make money as a photographer. (from YouTube)
This episode, originally a YouTube video, focuses on investing in a photography business. It emphasizes front-end investment before expecting back-end revenue.
- Many niches, but not enough inquiries. (Live Coaching Call with Samantha Josette)
This episode features a live coaching call with photographer Samantha Josette. She discusses with Nathan Chan how to increase business inquiries and manage multiple photography niches while maintaining a role as a mother.
- They had no home of their own. Now they're booking $200k+ in one year. (Student Spotlight with Kenny & Karina of Goose and Rose Imagery)
Kenny and Karina of Goose and Rose Imagery share their story of joining The Business Blueprint coaching program and subsequently achieving significant financial success in their photography business, earning over $200k in one year.
- Sell like an EXPERT, not a vending machine.
This episode explores how photographers can establish themselves as experts to their clients. It covers strategies for guiding clients and practicing photography, rather than simply fulfilling requests.
- Business is hard. But this makes it easier...
This episode explores the difficulties of building and running a business. It also addresses industry advice that suggests skipping the hard work while still achieving desired results.
- How this photographer mom works 10-15 hrs/week and makes $100k+. (Student Spotlight with Angelina Yannuzzi)
Angelina Yannuzzi, a wedding photographer from Houston, TX, is featured in this episode. She discusses working 10-15 hours per week while making over $100k as a student in the Business Blueprint coaching program.
- Stop checking other photographer's prices, and do this instead!
This podcast episode addresses photography pricing. The host shares their initial struggles with pricing wedding and couple photography and discusses moving beyond checking competitor prices.
- "Clients aren't booking my new prices." (Live Coaching Call with Abby Park)
This episode features a live coaching call with Abby Park, a photographer seeking to advance her business. The discussion focuses on challenges related to clients not booking new prices.
- Photography is not "solving client problems." It's this...
This episode discusses the concept of photography as "solving client problems." It explores a student's question about communicating a photographer's necessity to potential clients.
- “Clients seem excited, but then ghost. WHY?”
This episode explores the phenomenon of excited clients who subsequently ghost service providers. It offers strategies to address and overcome this common business challenge.
- Why are clients taking so long to book??
This episode explains why clients are taking a long time to book photography services. It also provides strategies to address this issue and improve booking efficiency.
- She was on public assistance. Now she books $150k+. (Student Spotlight with Salisha Blackburn)
Salisha Blackburn, a destination elopement photographer, shares her experience going from public assistance to achieving over $150k in bookings. She attributes her success to a coaching program.
- How I glorify God in my business.
This episode explores how to glorify God in business, detailing four key points. It offers insights for photographers and other business owners.
- Discipline isn’t "doing all the things you hate." It's THIS...
This episode discusses a new perspective on discipline. It aims to change the way listeners think about discipline.
- Your brain isn't stuck with fear & failure. It can be rewired. (with Jo Hargreaves)
Jo Hargreaves joins the podcast to discuss the intersection of neuroscience and scripture. The discussion focuses on the concept of rewiring the brain to address fear and failure.
- You NEED client reviews. Here's how to get them...
This episode discusses the importance of client reviews, testimonials, and kind words for a photography business. It covers how to earn, collect, and utilize them.
- When to diversify income, or career pivot, or just scale your current business (with Evie McLeod & Lindsey Roman).
Evie McLeod and Lindsey Roman, co-founders of The Heart University, join the podcast to discuss when to diversify income, career pivot, or scale a business. They are business coaches, wedding photographers, and entrepreneurs.
- The underrated way to make your brand stand out...
This episode discusses how to make a business stand out among competitors in the photography industry. It explores strategies to leave an impression that attracts clients.
- Photography isn't "telling their story"...it's telling yours. (with Miles Witt Boyer)
This episode features wedding photographer Miles Witt Boyer. He shares his experiences in photography, having worked in more than 40 states and 15 countries.
- How they went from making $35k/year to $125k in 6 months. (Student Spotlight with Kyle and Olivia Herzberg)
Kyle and Olivia Herzberg, a husband and wife photography team, share their experience as part of a coaching program. They discuss how they increased their annual income from $35k to $125k in six months.
- Stop making these mistakes on your website!
This episode discusses common website mistakes made by creatives, photographers, and videographers. It identifies issues that may be costing clients and bookings, and offers solutions to fix them.
- Should you offer one, or multiple types of photography?
This episode discusses whether photographers should offer one or multiple types of photography. It aims to help listeners decide which approach is best for their business.
- The "48Hr Magic Window" of wedding photography.
This episode of Passion With Purpose discusses the "48Hr Magic Window" in wedding photography. The host explains its significance as a marketing tool for wedding photographers.
- They booked ~$60k/month from Meta Ads. HOW? (Student Spotlight with Benji & Miriam Salar)
Benji & Miriam Salar of Salar Media, a photo/video duo, share their journey incorporating paid Meta ads into their marketing. They discuss their experience booking approximately $60k/month through these ads.
- 5 ways to make MORE money in your photography business. (from YouTube)
This episode of Passion With Purpose discusses five ways photographers can increase their income. The strategies focus on leveraging current clients and inquiries to generate more revenue.
- You don't need to be the "best friend" photographer.
This episode, a "10 Minute Monday," discusses the idea of being a "best friend" photographer. It offers an alternative approach for photographers.