Explore every episode of the podcast Unpopular Opinions with Sandra Coan | A Photography & Business Podcast
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| 26: Can Group Coaching Help Your Photography Business? | 13 Nov 2024 | 00:47:39 | |
This week on the podcast we are focusing on the power of group coaching! A big component of what we do in Sandra Coan Certification is group coaching. We have two group coaching calls each and every month, and these are unscripted, unplanned conversations. I think these calls are amazing, but I know a lot of people haven't had the experience of being on one of these call before or maybe you're a little unsure of what it means. So today on the podcast, I am sharing the recording from a recent group coaching call inside of Sandra Coan Certification. SHOWNOTES https://sandracoanstudios.com/can-group-coaching-help-your-photography-business/ LINKS Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification Apply Now: https://sandracoanstudios.com/apply-now | |||
| 25: How to Find More Photography Clients | 30 Oct 2024 | 00:16:33 | |
Hi friends, welcome back to the podcast! Today we are talking about booking clients as a photographer. If you are not finding clients OR you aren't getting the kind of clients you my want, you have a marketing problem! But the kind of marketing problem you have might surprise you! SHOWNOTES https://sandracoanstudios.com/how-to-find-more-photography-clients/ LINKS Free Training: How To Book More Photography Clients Without Spending All Your Time Marketing! Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification Apply Now: https://sandracoanstudios.com/apply-now | |||
| 16: How To Run a Successful Photography Business WITHOUT Marketing | 23 Apr 2024 | 00:30:39 | |
I’m going to let you in on a little secret. I work with over 150 clients a year, and I don’t do any active marketing for my studio. So, on today’s podcast, I’m going to tell you exactly how I’m able to get away with that… and I’m going to walk you through the exact method I set up for myself YEARS ago, that makes it possible for me to have a successful photography business WITHOUT doing the marketing busy work! LINKS Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/9ab555c6ae From Doubt to Dollars: How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome While Building A Dream Photography Business https://sandracoanstudios.com/free-training | |||
| 048: It’s NOT about the Gear! | 28 Sep 2021 | 00:09:35 | |
Have you ever had someone say "Wow! That's a great picture... you must have a really good camera!". It drives you crazy right?! Because every photographer knows that it's not about the gear... it's about the person using it! Well, the same thing can be said about lighting equipment. You do not need a ton of gear or the most expensive brands to create beautiful natural-looking light! You can create the same look with an inexpensive Speedlight and a $25 umbrella. It's not about the gear. It's about knowing how to use it. And that is what I'm talking about on today's episode! SHOWNOTES https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/its-not-about-the-gear LINKS Learn to create natural looking light in 7 days or less in The Missing Link: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/the-missing-link/ Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 047: Using Flash on Location for Birth Photography | 21 Sep 2021 | 00:22:02 | |
On today's episode I'm talking to Florida Birth Photographer Natalie Zepp about how she uses what she learned about creating light inside of The Missing Link to photograph labor and delivery photos for her clients. If you've ever wondered about taking your lighting equipment on location, this episode is for you! SHOWNOTES https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/using-flash-on-location-birth-photography LINKS Learn to create natural looking light in 7 days or less in The Missing Link: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/the-missing-link/ Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 046: 3 Things You Need to Know to Create Beautiful Light with Strobes and Flash | 14 Sep 2021 | 00:10:22 | |
Creating beautiful natural-looking light with strobes and flash is so much easier that many photographers think. On today's episode I'm sharing the three things you need to know to begin crafting YOUR version of ideal light! SHOWNOTES https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/3-things-to-know-to-create-beautiful-light-strobes-flash LINKS Learn to create natural looking light in 7 days or less in The Missing Link: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/the-missing-link/ Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 045: Inside the Six-Figure Studio: Should You Publish Your Pricing? | 07 Sep 2021 | 00:07:28 | |
Have you ever felt torn between publishing your pricing or excluding it from your website? On today's episode, I'm sharing a conversation from a Six-Figure Studio group coaching call answering this question. SHOWNOTES https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/should-you-publish-your-pricing LINKS Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 044: How to Use Slowness in Your Business to Work on Your Business with Tegan Monaco | 31 Aug 2021 | 00:24:37 | |
On today's episode, I'm sharing a conversation with Canadian photography Tegan Monaco all about how she used the slowness caused by covid lockdowns to work on building her business foundations. Tegan shares exactly what she did while times were slow, as well as the incredible payoff she's had now that she can see clients again. If you're needing a little inspiration, this episode is for you! SHOWNOTES https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/how-to-use-slowness-in-business LINKS Tegan's website: https://www.teganmonacophotography.com/ Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 043: Inside the Six-Figure Studio: What to Put on Your About Page | 17 Aug 2021 | 00:15:28 | |
On today's episode, we're talking about how to use your "About" page on your website to help inform and serve your clients! SHOWNOTES https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/what-to-put-on-about-page LINKS Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 042: Inside the Six-Figure Studio: What’s Your Through Line? | 10 Aug 2021 | 00:12:36 | |
When did you fall in love with photography? What made you pick a camera for the very first time? How did you shoot before you started sharing your work with others? If you weren't concerned about getting paying clients, what direction would you go with your photograph? These are all important questions to ask, and the answers will help you find your authentic voice! One today's episode, I'm sharing a conversation we had about this very thing inside the Six-Figure Studio. SHOWNOTES https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/whats-your-through-line LINKS Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 041: Branding VS Marking: What’s the difference and how do they work together? | 03 Aug 2021 | 00:11:56 | |
On today's episode, we're talking about the differences between branding and marketing and how they work together in our photography business. If you enjoyed, please don't forget to leave a five star review! SHOWNOTES https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/branding-vs-marketing LINKS Learn the framework for building a profitable business: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/free-masterclass-six-figure-studio/ Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 040: Inside the Six-Figure Studio: Finding Your Signature Style as a Photographer | 27 Jul 2021 | 00:11:30 | |
As a photographer, having a signature style is a great way to stand out in such a saturated industry. But how do you go about creating one? That is the conversation we recently had inside the Six-Figure Studio and on today's episode, I'm sharing it with you! Enjoy! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/finding-your-signature-style LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 039: Inside the Six-Figure Studio: Dealing with Unhappy Clients | 20 Jul 2021 | 00:16:54 | |
Getting feedback from unhappy clients used to devastate me. Now I know that negative reviews and unhappy clients are an opportunity for me and my business. On today's podcast I'm sharing a recent conversation we had inside one of our Six-Figure Studio coaching calls about how to handle unhappy clients! If you run your own business, this is a must listen episode! Enjoy! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/dealing-with-unhappy-clients LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 15: AI and Your Photography Business | 16 Apr 2024 | 00:14:32 | |
One of the big changes to hit the photography industry recently is AI. Recently, I shared a post in one of my FB groups about how I’ve been using it in my business, and got a comment about how it’s going to be the end of the photography industry and we should all beware. So, on today’s episode, I’m going to share my thoughts on AI: how it hurts us, how it helps us, and how to use it wisely in your photography business SHOWNOTES LINKS Imagen AI https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=sandracoan Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist | |||
| 038: Inside the Six-Figure Studio: What Do YOU Do? | 13 Jul 2021 | 00:20:26 | |
Getting clarity in your business around what it is that YOU do is the first step towards building a solid and profitable photography business. On today's episode, I'm sharing a conversation I recently had with the photographers in my group coaching program, the Six-Figure Studio, around the importance of clarity, how to find it and how to use it when growing your business! If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to leave us a five-star review! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/what-do-you-do LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 037: The 3 Things You Need to Know to Create Your Ideal Light | 04 May 2021 | 00:11:56 | |
When it comes to creating YOUR version of ideal light with strobe and flash, you need to know THREE main things. On today's episode, I'm sharing what those things are! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/need-to-know-create-ideal-light LINKS: Get my equipment list: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/free-blueprint-to-craft-your-ideal-light/ Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 036: Be a Help Desk, Not a Billboard! | 20 Apr 2021 | 00:10:34 | |
On today's episode, I'm sharing the three things you need to know to make marketing your photography business both easy and effective. SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/be-help-desk-not-billboard LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 035: The Branding Series #5 - Consistency is Key | 16 Apr 2021 | 00:14:32 | |
If there is one thing I know after 20+ years in the photography industry, it is this...consistency is the key to having a profitable business. On today's episode, I'm talking all about the importance of consistency and sharing tips for how to make sure you have it in your work AND in your marketing plan! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/consistency-is-key LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 034: The Branding Series #4 - The Power of the Brand Evangelist | 15 Apr 2021 | 00:09:23 | |
Welcome to Day 4 of the special podcast edition of the Branding Series! So far on the series we've covered, what a brand is (and isn't) and the four characteristics of a strong photography brand (Episode 31), we learned the one thing you need to know to build a brand that stands out in the saturated photography market (Episode 32) and we've learned all about the importance of having a clear brand identity (Episode 33). In today's episode, we're learning all about the power of brand evangelists, and how to brand evangelists into your photography business! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/power-of-brand-evangelist LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 033: The Branding Series #3 - How to Stand Out in a Saturated Market | 14 Apr 2021 | 00:08:56 | |
What is your brand identity? Don't know? Then today's episode is for you! Have a listen to learn how to create a strong brand identity and how to use it to stand out in the saturated photography market! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/how-to-stand-out-saturated-market LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 032: The Branding Series #2 - Why You DON'T Want to Be Like Everyone Else | 13 Apr 2021 | 00:12:25 | |
Welcome to day two of the Brand Series! Today we're diving into the first characteristic of a good photography brand. You'll learn what it is, and the one simple thing you need to do to make sure your brand has it! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/why-you-dont-want-to-be-like-everyone-else LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 031: The Branding Series #1 - Your Logo is NOT Your Brand | 12 Apr 2021 | 00:15:23 | |
Welcome to the Branding Series, a very special edition of the Beyond Natural Light Podcast!! Listen, in order to build a profitable photography business, you MUST have a strong photography brand. The problem is, a lot of photographers are confused about what that means, and end up focusing their time, efforts and money on the wrong things! I don't want that for you. So this week, I'll be posting a new episode EVERY DAY to teach you all about how to build a solid photography brand and business! Today I’m setting the stage by talking about what a brand is and what a brand isn’t, as well as the four things every good photography brand needs! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/your-logo-is-not-your-brand LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 030: How to Nail Your Digital Editing with Elise Hogberg of Image Salon! | 06 Apr 2021 | 00:57:37 | |
In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Elise Hogberg of Image Salon to talk about the importance of consistency in editing and how to do it like a pro! Have a listen to learn the three things you need to know to create a custom look and how fine-tuning your post-production is one of the best things you can do to elevate your brand and grow your business. SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/nail-digital-editing-elise-hogberg LINKS: Get 10% off your first order with Image Salon: https://client.imagesalon.com/registration Article on perfectionism that Elise was talking about in the episode: https://hbr.org/2020/03/dont-let-perfection-be-the-enemy-of-productivity Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 029: You Do NOT Have to be All Things to All People! Why Niching Down is the Secret to Business Growth with Terry Riggins | 30 Mar 2021 | 00:30:11 | |
Good news! You do not have to be all things to all people. You can say no. You can simplify. And doing so will actually help your business! I recently sat down and talked with Six-Figure Studio graduate Terry Riggins about what she learned from her time in the program AND how she's using it to take her already successful photography business to the next level! If you are doing all the things, you are going to want to listen to this conversation! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/niching-down-secret-business-growth LINKS: Terry's website: https://terryrigginsphotography.com/ Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 14: The Secret to Success in Your Photography Business | 02 Apr 2024 | 00:15:09 | |
The secret to your success is NOT your technical skill. It is NOT your marketing know-how either. And on today’s episode, I’m going to share what I’ve learned over the course of my 25 year career about how to get it. SHOWNOTES https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/04/02/the-secret-to-success-in-your-photography-business/ LINKS Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist From Doubt to Dollars: How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome While Building A Dream Photography Business | |||
| 028: An Extra 100k?! Yes Please! | 16 Mar 2021 | 00:20:07 | |
In today's episode, I'm talking to Six-Figure Studio graduate Angie Heinrich about her experience in the program and how she increased the gross revenue in her business by 100k last year! This is a must listen! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/extra-100k-yes-please LINKS: Follow Angie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zetamarimosaics/ Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 027: Three Marketing Mistakes to Avoid This Month (And Every Month) | 09 Mar 2021 | 00:13:07 | |
In this episode, I’ll talk about some of the most common marketing mistakes I see photographers make, how to avoid them and what to do instead! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/marketing-mistakes-to-avoid-this-month LINKS: Learn a framework for a profitable business: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/free-masterclass-six-figure-studio/ Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 026: How to Get Help When You Don't Even Know What's Missing | 02 Mar 2021 | 00:35:31 | |
Have you ever found yourself feeling like you are stuck in your business, but you just don't know why? Maybe you can't find the right clients. Maybe you're struggling to make the money you want and need. Maybe you are burnt out and tired. If this sounds like you, you are not alone. SO many talented photographers spend YEARS struggling in business without knowing why or how to fix the problem. On today's episode, I'm talking to Marisa Duran about how she was in that exact situation, and how she got out of it in just a few months! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/get-help-dont-know-whats-missing LINKS: Follow Marisa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marisaduranphotography Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 025: Niching Down to Build Your Business Up with Rebecca Serpe! | 16 Feb 2021 | 00:26:27 | |
On today's episode, I talking with Philadelphia portrait photographer, Rebecca Serpe about how learning to work with strobes led to learning how to niche down and build the business of her dreams as a fine art children's portrait photographer! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/niching-down-build-business-up-rebecca-serpe LINKS: Follow Rebecca on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebeccaserpephotography Sign up for the Missing Link: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/free-webinar-missing-link/ Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 024: The Problem with February | 09 Feb 2021 | 00:09:04 | |
Sandwiched between the New Year energy of January and the springtime excited of March, February is kind of the overlooked middle child of the first quarter! I want to change that. In this episode, I share why February is the PERFECT month to make your marketing plans as well as what to focus on so that you use this month to set your business up for success in the coming year! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/problem-with-february LINKS: Learn the framework for a profitable business: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/free-masterclass-six-figure-studio Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 023: Why Some Online Classes Work When Others Don't | 02 Feb 2021 | 00:17:07 | |
One of the common things I hear from photographers who have been through the Six-Figure Studio is that they’ve taken other courses on business before, but that this is the only one that has gotten them results. Of course as an instructor, I LOVE hearing that. But I also want to know why that is. So I sat down with Six-Figure Studio graduate Stephanie H to ask her what she learned, why she felt this program got results when other programs didn’t and if the experience was worth the investment. https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/why-some-online-classes-work LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 022: Is It Healthy Inspiration or Toxic Competition? | 26 Jan 2021 | 00:12:06 | |
On today's podcast episode I'm talking about the difference between healthy inspiration and toxic competition, because as creatives who work in a very competitive industry, this is a conversation we need to have! I'll also share how I was able to tune out the noise and create my signature style AND how to determine if it's time for YOU to take a break from social media. SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/healthy-inspiration-or-toxic-competition LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 021: Three Easy Steps to Creating Impactful Marketing Content | 21 Jan 2021 | 00:12:42 | |
Do you struggle with what to say when writing captions for social media or coming up with content for your blog? If so, this episode is for you! Listen to learn my simple process for coming up with marketing content your clients will WANT to read! https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/easy-steps-creating-marketing-content LINKS: Learn the framework for a profitable business: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/free-masterclass-six-figure-studio/ Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 020: How to Stop Playing around and START Actually Achieving Your Goals! | 12 Jan 2021 | 00:09:58 | |
In today’s episode I'm continuing the conversation on setting goals for the New Year by sharing how to set actionable goals that will help move your and your photography business forward! https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/start-achieving-your-goals LINKS: Learn the framework for a profitable business: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/c58ac67241 Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 019: Ensure That You Are 42% More Likely to Succeed This Year with This One Simple Trick! | 05 Jan 2021 | 00:08:17 | |
On today's episode I'm sharing why setting goals is so important as well as how to make sure you will be 42% more likely to achieve your big business goals this year! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/more-likely-to-succeed-this-year-kb3g3 LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 13: Composition for Newborn and Family Photographers with Rebecca Hunnicutt | 26 Mar 2024 | 00:44:35 | |
Welcome to Unpopular Opinions! I'm Sandra Coan, an award-winning photographer, and in this episode, I talk with my friend, Rebecca Hunnicutt. Rebecca Hunnicutt is a photography educator who teaches photographers at all levels how to turn ordinary locations into extraordinary images with confidence and ease, AND how to further elevate those images with post processing. She's also a lifestyle family and children's photographer based in Portland Oregon capturing joy filled images of families and today's contemporary kids at local preschools. Join us as Rebecca walks us through her process and we touch on the importance of moving your body, identifying patterns in your work, and finding your signature style. LINKS Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist Rebecca Hunnicutt Webinar: Three common composition mistakes and why to avoid them Course Link: Composition & Color | Turn Ordinary Locations Into Extraordinary Images Website: https://www.hunnicuttphotography.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca.hunnicutt.education https://www.instagram.com/rebecca.hunnicutt.photography | |||
| 018: Letting Go of "Should" | 29 Dec 2020 | 00:22:08 | |
A lot of us build our photography business around what we think we "should" do to be successful and end up burnt out and broke as a result. What I’ve learned over the years and what I teach the photographers I coach inside of the Six-Figure Studio is that the real secret to success comes from figuring out what YOU do, what your passion is and then doing it fearlessly. In today’s episode, I’m talking with Toronto photographer Kate Wilson about this very thing. In our conversation, Kate shares how she freed herself from the "should" trap and instead built the foundations for her dream business. And best of all, she did it in just 90 days! Enjoy! https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/letting-go-of-should LINKS: Follow Kate on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katewilsonphoto/ Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 017: $200 a Month to $6000 a Month...How Molly Hebda is Growing Her Portrait Business, Fast! | 22 Dec 2020 | 00:23:28 | |
In today's episode, I'm talking to Six-Figure Studio graduate, Molly Hebda, about how she used what she learned in the program to boost her brand, her confidence and her profits, all in record time! https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/molly-hebda-growing-portrait-business-fast LINKS: Follow Molly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motioninspiredphotography/ Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 016: I Have Something to Say about Taylor Swift...and I Think You Should Listen | 15 Dec 2020 | 00:13:42 | |
Fun fact. I'm a HUGE Taylor Swift fan. And is this episode, I'm telling you why as well as what she done this year in particular that has me so inspired. Enjoy! https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/something-to-say-about-taylor-swift LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 015: "I Cannot Sell an Album" | 10 Dec 2020 | 00:08:37 | |
In today's episode, I'm sharing a snippet of a conversation from inside my group coaching program, the Six-Figure Studio, around the importance of teaching our clients about the value of our products and services! https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/i-can-not-sell-album LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 014: Where Have I Been the Last Two Months?! | 08 Dec 2020 | 00:23:24 | |
Oh friends... it has been way too long since I've recorded and published a podcast episode... today, I'm telling you why! https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/where-have-i-been-last-two-months LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 013: 3 Tips for Dealing with Imposter Syndrome | 24 Sep 2020 | 00:15:07 | |
On today's episode, I'm talking about Imposter Syndrome and sharing 3 tips for dealing with it! https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/tips-imposter-syndrome LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 012: The Power of Consistency When Building Your Brand | 17 Sep 2020 | 00:10:30 | |
On today's episode, I'm sharing why CONSISTENCY is SO important when building your brand and how taking control of your light is the easiest way to do it! https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/consistency-when-building-your-brand LINKS: Get my equipment list: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/free-blueprint-to-craft-your-ideal-light/ Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 011: What Does It Mean to Create an "Authentic" Portrait? | 11 Sep 2020 | 00:09:24 | |
What does it mean to create a “real” or “authentic” portrait? That's what I'm asking on today's episode, and I'd love to hear YOUR thoughts. Have a listen, and then send me a DM on Instagram! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/create-authentic-portrait LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 010: The #1 Business Mistake and How to Avoid It | 06 Aug 2020 | 00:16:15 | |
In today's episode, I'm sharing the #1 business mistake I see SO many photographers make and how to avoid it making it in your own business. Also, the doors to the Six Figure Studio group coaching program are opening on Aug. 21st! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/business-mistake-how-to-avoid LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 009: My Favorite Light Modifier and Why I Use It "Wrong" on Purpose | 30 Jul 2020 | 00:09:45 | |
In today's episode, I talking about my favorite light modifier and address why I use it the wrong way! https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/light-modifier-wrong-on-purpose LINKS: See my equipment setup: https://www.instagram.com/p/B_5ICsNAv0_/ My go-to modifier: https://www.fjwestcott.com/7-diffusion-umbrella?acc=c7e1249ffc03eb9ded908c236bd1996d Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 12: How to Run an Ethical Photography Business | 19 Mar 2024 | 00:09:37 | |
There is so much I love about the photography industry. I love art. I love what this career has given me. I love the life I’ve been able to build because of what I do. And I’ve met some truly creative, wonderful people because of this job. But like all industries, the photography space has a dark side as well. It can be very competitive. And competition can sometimes bring out the worst in people. So, on today’s episode, I want to talk about how to stay above it all, and run an ethical photography business that is inline with you and your values. SHOWNOTES https://sandracoanstudios.com/2024/03/19/how-to-run-an-ethical-photography-business/ LINKS Sandra Coan Certification Program: https://sandracoanstudios.com/certification Join the Waitlist for Certification: https://sandracoanstudios.com/waitlist From Doubt to Dollars: How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome While Building A Dream Photography Business https://sandracoanstudios.com/free-training | |||
| 008: Jennifer Brotchie: Rebranding after Moving | 23 Jul 2020 | 00:22:47 | |
Today's episode is a recording I made with California Film Photographer Jennifer Brotchie back in December (2019). In this episode, Jennifer shares how she used her family's move from Hawaii to California as an opportunity to rebrand her photography business. She also shares why she's come to love using film and strobes in her work, and why she believes all photographers (film and digital) should embrace using artificial light in their work. SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/jennifer-brotchie-rebranding-moving LINKS: Jennifer's website: https://www.jenniferbrotchie.com/ Follow Jennifer on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennbrotchie/ Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 007: How to Stand Out in a Saturated Photography Market | 16 Jul 2020 | 00:11:42 | |
In today's episode, I share the simple (but kind of scary) thing you need to do to stand out in a saturated photography market. https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/stand-out-saturated-photography-market LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||
| 006: What Makes a Strong Photography Brand? | 09 Jul 2020 | 00:10:35 | |
In today's episode, I'll share what a STRONG photography brand is (and isn't) and what you need to do to start building a solid brand for yourself! https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/what-makes-strong-photography-brand LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same! | |||