Hey photography friends! This week we're sitting down with the amazing Vanessa Joy, who's juggling life as a photographer in both Austin and the NYC area while raising a family and teaching others how to rock their photo businesses. Vanessa gets real about her journey from high school darkroom days to building a thriving multi-genre photography career. She shares some seriously game-changing insights on how she's managed to avoid burnout (even while traveling 150 days last year!), create meaningful boundaries, and build the financial freedom that lets her work and travel on her own terms.

In this heart-to-heart conversation, Vanessa dishes on:

• How she turned a personal trip to Africa into a sponsored opportunity (so smart!)
• Her candid approach to balancing family life with entrepreneurship
• Why saying "no" has become her superpower for sustainability
• Her clever strategies for creating passive income through real estate and education (check out her website here!)

Hit that play button to grab all of Vanessa's wisdom and don't forget to check out her Instagram for the "Joy Tools" guide she mentioned! Trust me, your work-life balance will thank you!

⚖️ Extra thankful for our May podcast sponsor - The Contract Shop

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The doors to the Fully Booked Method open again on July 15th! Join the waitlist for all the details and to get first dibs on one of the spots.

Go from inconsistent photography bookings and marketing overwhelm to a streamlined business with a calendar full of dream clients—giving you predictable income, creative fulfillment, and the freedom to build a photography career on your terms.

It's time to go from stressed out to booked out!!

Hey photographers! Do you ever feel guilty when you take a break from editing or wonder if your clients are judging you when you post about your personal life on social media? In this episode, I'm revealing five things you absolutely don't have to justify or feel guilty about as a photographer, no matter where you are in your business journey.

In this episode, I'll share:

• Why you should never apologize for your pricing (and why comparing yourself to other photographers is a losing game)
• How to set boundaries and live your life without the guilt
• When it's perfectly okay to say "no" to certain types of sessions
• Why investing in education shows your commitment to growth
• The truth about your unique success timeline and why it's worth celebrating

Press play to shed those feelings of guilt and gain the confidence to run your photography business on your own terms. I'm cheering you on!

⚖️ Extra thankful for our May podcast sponsor - The Contract Shop

If a storm damaged your home, you’d have insurance to cover it. But what about protecting your business from legal storms?

The Contract Shop is your one stop shop for contracts, terms and conditions, privacy policies, LLC set up, and trademark support. The Contract Shop has everything photographers need to build a legally sound business.

Save 30% off your first purchase from The Contract Shop.

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The doors to the Fully Booked Method open again on July 15th! Join the waitlist for all the details and to get first dibs on one of the spots.

Go from inconsistent photography bookings and marketing overwhelm to a streamlined business with a calendar full of dream clients—giving you predictable income, creative fulfillment, and the freedom to build a photography career on your terms.

It's time to go from stressed out to booked out!!

Hey friends! I'm thrilled to bring you this conversation with Mollie Goodspeed, an incredible wedding photographer from Fort Worth, Texas. In this episode, Mollie shares her inspiring journey from high school photography enthusiast to thriving full-time wedding photographer. We dive deep into how she funded her first full-frame camera with student loans, navigated her early $500 weddings, and strategically built a sustainable business through relationship-building and smart pricing strategies.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• How Mollie developed her entrepreneurial mindset and photography passion
• The exact steps she took to transition from part-time to full-time photography
• Her practical approach to increasing prices and creating all-inclusive packages
• Strategies for finding your ideal clients through Instagram and networking
• How saving money and setting clear goals helped her make the leap to full-time

Ready to be inspired and pick up some actionable tips for your own photography journey? Hit that play button and join us for this candid conversation about building a thriving wedding photography business!

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The doors to the Fully Booked Method open again on July 15th! Join the waitlist for all the details and to get first dibs on one of the spots.

Go from inconsistent photography bookings and marketing overwhelm to a streamlined business with a calendar full of dream clients—giving you predictable income, creative fulfillment, and the freedom to build a photography career on your terms.

It's time to go from stressed out to booked out!!