• How To Start a Photography Business - How To Price Your Photography (#4) | Ep 61
    Sep 4 2025

    🌿 Build Your Photo Biz With Me 👉 https://www.photobizmethod.com 🔴 Struggling to figure out what to charge for your photography? On this episode, called, How To Start a Photography Business - How To Price Your Photography (#4) it can help you if you're starting a photography business or if you’ve sold work but felt like you underpriced it? You’re not alone—and this is where everything starts to change.In this episode, we dive into the heart of pricing your photography with confidence, clarity, and a simple game plan that helps you stop second-guessing yourself. This is about more than numbers—it’s about creating freedom in your business and finally feeling valued for your art.If you’re growing your photography business, this is your next step 👉 https://www.photobizmethod.com 👈🎙️ Capture & Connect 👉 “Your Photography Deserves More: Let’s Talk Real Pricing Strategy”😎😎 J A N I C E 😎😎👉 "My mission is to help photographers connect with people through their art—so they can make a living doing what they love." Learn more about me and my coaching work at: https://www.photobizmethod.comWhat We’ll Cover In This Video:✅ How to move past the fear of setting prices✅ The shift that makes your work feel truly valuable✅ Simple steps to stop undercharging✅ Why clarity in pricing is the foundation of growth✅ A powerful way to start building long-term confidence📌 It’s time to achieve success in your photography business by putting the right value on your photography work.Cheers,Janice Sullivan | Capture and Connect Host

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    21 mins
  • How To Start a Photography Business - Your PERFECT Photography Niche (#3) | 60
    Aug 30 2025

    Summary


    In this episode, Janice Sullivan dives into the importance of defining your photography niche and understanding your ideal customer avatar (ICA). She emphasizes that a niche is not just about the subject of photography but about the specific audience you are targeting. By creating a clear ICA, photographers can tailor their messaging and offerings to connect with their ideal clients, leading to greater success in their photography business. Janice shares practical exercises and insights to help photographers identify their ICA and find where these potential clients are located, ultimately transforming their approach to marketing and sales.


    When you know your ICA, everything changes:✔️ Your marketing becomes crystal clear.✔️ Your portfolio speaks directly to your dream client.✔️ You create offers that sell instead of getting crickets.I’ll share real stories of photographers who transformed their businesses just by identifying their ICA, plus practical steps to write your own client avatar and even start discovering where they spend time—online and offline.🎧 This is Part 3 of my How To Start a Photography Business foundation series. If you missed Part 1 (your mission) or Part 2 (building your portfolio), catch up here:👉 [YouTube Playlist Link] • How To Start a Photography Business - Buil... 📌 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:What an Ideal Customer Avatar (ICA) is and why it mattersHow knowing your niche gives you clarity, confidence, and connectionSimple questions to create your ICA story todayWhere to start looking for your perfect clientsReal-world transformations from photographers just like you

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    14 mins
  • How To Start a Photography Business - Build Your Premium Offer (#2) | Ep 59
    Aug 22 2025

    Summary


    In this conversation, Janice Sullivan discusses how photographers can differentiate themselves in a competitive market by building premium offers that reflect their unique values and brand. She emphasizes the importance of understanding one's mission, creating a strong portfolio, and identifying what sets them apart from others. The discussion also covers strategies for attracting clients and the significance of passion in sustaining a photography business.


    Takeaways


    Most photographers compete by lowering prices and adding extras.

    Building a premium offer is essential for standing out.

    Understanding your values is crucial in photography.

    You need a strong portfolio to attract clients.

    Selling feelings is more important than selling photographs.

    Identifying unique value propositions can set you apart.

    Learning from premium brands can inspire your own offerings.

    Creating your own space in the market is vital.

    Passion drives success in creative entrepreneurship.

    Your work and you are valuable, and people pay for value.


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    22 mins
  • How To Start a Photography Business - Build an Authentic Mission & Portfolio (#1) | Ep 58
    Aug 14 2025

    🌿 Build Your Photo Biz With Me 👉 https://www.photobizmethod.com/🔴 In this episode called How To Start a Photography Business - Build an Authentic Mission & Portfolio (#1), Janice Sullivan, that's me, discusses the essential steps to building a successful photography business. She emphasizes the importance of establishing a solid foundation, understanding personal values, and creating a compelling portfolio. Janice shares insights on how to showcase work effectively and the significance of having a clear theme and style in photography. The conversation wraps up with a recap of key points and encouragement for photographers to embrace their unique vision and values.This is step 1 on How To Start A Photography Business Playlist for Creatives in the Nature and Fine Art field.

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    20 mins
  • This Is WHY 85% of Photography Businesses Fail (And How to Stop It) | Ep 57
    Aug 7 2025

    In this conversation, Janice Sullivan discusses the prevalent issue of burnout among creative entrepreneurs, particularly photographers. She explores the reasons behind this burnout, including distractions and the tendency to jump from one idea to another without following through.

    Janice emphasizes the importance of building a strong foundation for a photography business, understanding one's unique selling proposition, and taking actionable steps to connect with clients. She encourages listeners to focus on their goals and avoid the pitfalls of information overload and distraction.


    burnout, creative entrepreneurship, distraction, information overload, business foundation, unique selling proposition, photography business, passion to profit, client connection, marketing strategies


    Chapters

    00:00 Understanding Burnout in Creative Entrepreneurship

    03:02 The Squirrel Syndrome: Distraction and Boredom

    05:59 Taking Action: The Importance of Following Steps

    08:33 Overcoming Information Overload

    11:15 Building a Strong Foundation for Your Business

    14:00 Finding Your Unique Offer and Blue Ocean Strategy

    16:36 websitetogetfreebees.wav


    Want to learn more about Janice? Go to photobizmethod@gmail.com

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    17 mins
  • Stop Upgrading Photographer! How to Grow Your Business with the Gear You Have | Ep 56
    Aug 6 2025

    Summary


    In this episode, Janice Sullivan discusses the common mindset challenges photographers face regarding their equipment. She emphasizes that many believe they need the latest gear to succeed, but it's more about understanding light, composition, and emotion.

    Janice shares her personal experiences with older equipment and encourages photographers to start with what they have, focusing on building their business and connecting emotionally with their audience. She debunks myths surrounding photography gear and provides practical tips for photographers to thrive in their craft.


    To see more business help, go to photobizmethod.com

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    21 mins
  • How I Use Urgency to Sell My Photography (RAW Business Talk) | Ep 55
    Aug 1 2025

    Summary


    In this episode, Janice Sullivan discusses her journey as a photographer and business owner, focusing on the importance of licensing, urgency in marketing, and building a supportive community for photographers. She shares insights on how to effectively present work, the significance of understanding client needs, and the necessity of continuous improvement in business practices.

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    14 mins
  • How to Market Your Photography Business: Build Trust and Visibility | Ep 54
    Jul 25 2025

    Let's Talk About How to Market Your Photography Business: Build Trust and Visibility. In this conversation, Janice Sullivan discusses effective marketing strategies for photographers, emphasizing the importance of building trust, understanding one's audience, and the power of keywords. She encourages photographers to evolve their businesses alongside their artistic growth and provides actionable steps to enhance visibility and engagement with potential clients.It's time to achieve success in your photography business by putting the right value on your work.Cheers,Janice Sullivan | Capture and Connect Host

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    16 mins