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Upselling Video Without Burnout, with Shayna Lloyd
We talked about how to upsell video without burning out, and she came in with a simple five step framework that honestly made me want to open my camera and toggle to video immediately.

Jill C Smith
Sep 24, 20255 min read


Real Estate Photography That Actually Sells the Dream: A Conversation with Clay Banks
I sat down with my friend Clay Banks, a local-to-me real estate photographer (Roscoe, NY) who has quietly become one of the go-to people in the Catskills and beyond for photographing homes, short-term rentals, and commercial spaces.

Jill C Smith
Sep 17, 20255 min read


Introverted? IPS May Be Perfect For You
If you are an introverted photographer who has dismissed IPS because it felt too sales-driven, it may be worth taking a second look.

Jill C Smith
Sep 10, 20253 min read


Building a Human First Business
A high-end photography businesses don’t need to be overcomplicated to be successful.

Jill C Smith
Jul 29, 20253 min read


Why a Pricing Calculator Isn’t Enough and How to Use This Worksheet to Really Understand Your Pricing
Instead of giving you one number, this worksheet lets you see how each offer contributes to your bottom line.

Jill C Smith
Jul 8, 20252 min read


Should Going Full Time Always Be the Goal?
We hear it all the time. If you’re not full-time, you’re not doing it "for real." But what if that isn’t the only path? What if staying part-time is actually a smart and sustainable move?

Jill C Smith
May 19, 20253 min read


The Business of Birth Photography: What It Really Takes to Do This Work
Have you ever wondered what it’s actually like to be a birth photographer? Not just the beautiful, emotional images that make it to Instagram—but the real, behind-the-scenes experience of being on-call, documenting life’s most vulnerable moments, and doing it all with skill, presence, and heart?

Jill C Smith
May 14, 20252 min read


The Power of Consistency
There’s no shortage of marketing advice out there for photographers. But every once in a while, someone comes along who makes it all feel doable—and dare I say, enjoyable. Fiona Margo is that person.

Jill C Smith
Apr 14, 20252 min read


Building a Marketing Plan for Your Photography Business
We agonize so many other parts of the job, when a really dialed in offer suite is going to ultimately get us booked.

Jill C Smith
Mar 28, 20251 min read


Planting Seeds in Your Business
So many photographers make the mistake of believing posting to social media is all the marketing they need to do.

Jill C Smith
Mar 5, 20253 min read


How I Average $460 an hour on Mini Sessions Using Pixieset
Mini sessions can transform your photography business when managed correctly.

Jill C Smith
Feb 22, 20252 min read


6 Foot In The Door Offers For Photographers
Getting new clients can feel like an uphill battle—especially when they don’t know you yet. The hardest part of booking isn’t the session...

Jill C Smith
Feb 9, 20254 min read


Raise Your Prices Without Losing Clients
Talking about pricing as a photographer can feel uncomfortable.

Jill C Smith
Jan 28, 20252 min read


Feeling Stuck in Your Photography Marketing? Join the 6-Week Marketing Playbook Challenge
Join my FREE 6-Week Marketing Playbook Challenge today and start building a marketing plan that actually works.

Jill C Smith
Jan 6, 20252 min read


Why Email Marketing Is Essential for Photographers (And How to Get Started)
Email marketing is one of the most powerful, overlooked tools in your photography business.

Jill C Smith
Dec 16, 20242 min read


What to Post When You Have Nothing to Say: 30 Days of Social Media Content
As a photographer, maintaining a consistent social media presence is key to staying top of mind for potential clients.

Jill C Smith
Nov 18, 20243 min read


How to Use Instagram as a Photographer (Without Feeling Like You're Just Shouting Into the Void)
Instagram can be an incredible marketing tool for photographers—when it’s used the right way.

Jill C Smith
Oct 7, 20242 min read


Pricing Your Mini Sessions
I've found that far too many photographers include what they call mini sessions as a part of their offer suite, but are not actual mini ses

Jill C Smith
Sep 9, 20241 min read


Busy Season is Coming; 5 Ways to Prepare Now
As the busy season approaches, it's crucial for photographers to get ahead and ensure they're ready to meet increased demands. In the...

Jill C Smith
Aug 26, 20242 min read


Increase Your Value, Not Your Overhead
When it's time to raise your prices, I encourage photographers to explore strategies to enhance the value of your photography services...

Jill C Smith
Jul 22, 20242 min read
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