Episodes
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Our guest (and TMA Group Expert) Suzzane Brown is back for another conversation on the podcast this week, all about the importance of presence, authenticity, and creating meaningful connections in the photography business, rather than just focusing on technical skills or "pretty pictures".
We're talking about:
The importance of letting go of expectations and being present to find more joy and playfulness in photography sessions.
Suzy's approach to getting to know her clients deeply before sessions and guiding them through the experience.
Handling clients with different personalities and energy levels, and adapting her approach accordingly.
The value photographers can provide beyond just taking "pretty pictures", such as creating meaningful, connective experiences.
Advice for photographers on staying inspired, avoiding burnout, and standing out in a saturated market.
& so much more!
Connect with Suzzane:
https://simplybysuzy.com/
https://www.instagram.com/simplybysuzy/
https://simplybysuzy.com/home-grown
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In this episode, Ali, our incredible TMA community manager, shares her personal journey with the membership and how it transformed her photography business. Ali describes how TMA opened her eyes to a new perspective on running a successful photography business, from pricing and marketing strategies to the power of the supportive community. As the community manager, Ali sees her role as a peer, experiencing the same challenges you are and she loves working together to find solutions. This week, Ali is here to encourage you to take advantage of the upcoming enrollment period and the wealth of resources available within the TMA community.
Connect with Ali:
Ali's Insta - https://www.instagram.com/alipayne__
TMA Waitlist link - https://membership.themotherhoodanthology.com/membership-waitlist
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Site: https://kimbox.com
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Kristin Sweeting, this month's Featured Mentor in The Motherhood Anthology membership, joins Kim to share practical tips for staying creative, avoiding comparison, and neutralizing FOMO in your photography business. Kristin opens up about her own struggles with creative slumps and burnout, and provides actionable advice on how to nurture your inspiration through daily routines, intentional scheduling, and tapping into your authentic voice... and so much more!
Connect with Kristin:
https://dangerschool.com/
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Site: https://kimbox.com
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This week, TMA mentor Shannon Griffin is guest-hosting the podcast and interviewing Sean Low, a consultant who has worked with various creative businesses including photographers. Sean shares his insights on the value of the creative process, the importance of charging appropriately, and building meaningful connections with clients... and so much more!
Connect with Sean:
[email protected]
www.thebusinessofbeingcreative.com
Connect with Shannon:
https://www.shannongriffin.com/
https://www.instagram.com/shannongriffin/
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Site: https://kimbox.com
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This week, meet photographer and business educator Annemie Tonken. She shares insights into building a sustainable photography career leveraging her "Simple Sales System" approach.
We're talking about:
Leveraging technology and personalized education to create efficient client experiences, rather than relying on one-on-one meetings
Developing a sales system that balances profitability and client satisfaction, bridging the gap between all-inclusive and in-person sales
Aligning all aspects of your business (pricing, policies, products) with your personal preferences and parameters for long-term success
Implementing recurring revenue streams through membership models to provide stability and predictable income
Adapting your business to industry changes and evolving market conditions, rather than chasing short-term trends
& so much more!
Connect with Annemie:
https://www.thiscantbethathard.com/
Connect with TMA:
Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com
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Site: https://kimbox.com
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If you experience anxiety in your business journey, you are not alone. This week, Kim brings her go-to counselor, Christy Holding, MEd, LPC, to talk about anxiety and mental health for creative entrepreneurs.
We're talking about:
The importance of community support and therapy for managing anxiety and mental health
Understanding the physical and psychological aspects of anxiety, and practical tips for managing it in daily life
The role of self-awareness, intentionality, and seeking professional help when anxiety becomes overwhelming
And so much more!
Alabama residents, to schedule a virtual appt with Christy - email [email protected]
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Site: https://kimbox.com
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This episode features a discussion from our member community with return guest, Shanna Skidmore. We know a lot of you have questions about business finances - so consider Shanna your TMA finance expert here to help you with the financial side of running your photography business. Today, we're covering topics like setting up a business structure, managing finances and taxes, and creating a financial system for your business.
Connect with Shanna:
Shanna's Website: https://shannaskidmore.com/
From pinching pennies to Regular Friday paydays: 3 Profit Boosting Money Moves to implement in your business today.
Shanna's Free Training: https://shannaskidmore.com/training?ref=https%3A%2F%2Fshanna-skidmore.mykajabi.com%2Fa%2F2147826803%2FWdWoTHus
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Site: https://kimbox.com
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Marie of Marie Elizabeth Photography is taking over the mic today to outline the steps she took to transition from a teaching career to running a successful full-time photography business., In this episode, she emphasizes the importance of raising prices to a profitable level, developing a strong brand, and implementing effective marketing strategies focused on SEO and social media to gradually grow her client base.
Connect with Marie:
Marie's Website
Marie's IG
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Site: https://kimbox.com
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This week, Kim is joined by Marie Elizabeth & Laura Nockett. If you're a member of The Motherhood Anthology community, you know that Marie Elizabeth is our featured mentor providing extra resources and education. Laura Nockett is here to ask us her burning questions about selling products in her photography business. If you want to sell more products in your business, this episode is for you!
Laura's photog website
kim's website
marie's website
Laura's IG
Marie's IG
More Info about Marie's courses:
https://marie-elizabethphotography.com/photography-mentoring
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Site: https://kimbox.com
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We're back with very special guest, Kim's business partner of over 20 years, Josh Moates. This is part 2 of our conversation, so be sure to check out the previous episode (EPISODE 100!) for part 1!
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Site: https://kimbox.com
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Do you know what today is? It's the 100th EPISODE of the TMA podcast! We are so grateful you are here. And this week, we have a very special guest, Kim's business partner of over 20 years, Josh Moates. This is just part 1 of our conversation, so stay tuned for next week for the second part of this conversation all about partnerships.
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Site: https://kimbox.com
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This week, get a sneak peek inside a Coaching Call with TMA Mentor, Katie Lamb. In this conversation, Katie provides detailed advice on increasing prices, leveraging Instagram reels and keywords, delivering a high-quality client experience, and more.
Listen in for:
Recommendations for raising prices gradually or jumping to a higher price point
Strategies for consistent, targeted Instagram content and reels
Tips for natural newborn posing and efficient gallery editing
Insights on hiring an associate and implementing a client referral program
Guidance on email marketing and newsletter content
Connect with Katie Lamb:
https://www.katielamb.com/
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Site: https://kimbox.com
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Our featured mentor of the month in TMA is Katie Lamb, and in today's episode, we are excited for Katie to guest host the podcast. She's talking all about setting and maintaining clear boundaries to thrive while running a photography business.
Connect with Katie:
https://www.katielamb.com/
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Site: https://kimbox.com
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Ali is taking the mic this week to share five of her favorite marketing strategies with you when moving your business. You've met Ali on the podcast before and we are so excited to share some more of her wisdom with you based on her own experience as a photographer and marketer.
Connect with Ali:
www.alipaynephotography.com
Additional links:
Melissa's Picture Perfect Rankings course
Flodesk sign-up - *this is an affiliate link
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If you're part of our free public group or our private membership, you know there have been some big changes at TMA. We're using this as an opportunity to create a new vision for the future of TMA, while keeping the best parts and the things you have told us you love the most. In this episode, my guest is Katie Lamb, one of our new group mentors, and we are breaking down the vision for what is coming next.
Connect with Katie:
https://www.katielamb.com/
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This week on the podcast, our guest is Laura Gattis, owner of Laura Gattis Photography and an educator in our TMA membership community. Laura brought so much value to our conversation that we decided to split this into two parts again. In this episode, Part 1, Laura shares how she has set her brand and workflow apart from other photographers, and how the client connection is one of the most important factors in her business strategy.
Connect with Laura Gattis:
https://lauragattis.com/
https://www.instagram.com/lauragattisphotography/
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Site: https://kimbox.com
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In this week's episode, we are excited to share another success story with you. Meet Kate, a newborn and family photographer from Texas.
In this episode, Kate is spilling the beans on tons of the best practices that she's used to build her business:
encouraging clients to do a consultation before their sessions
selling luxurious experiences and physical products to increase your average sale price point
advice for raising prices that Kim has never heard before
Kate's best business advice that she would give herself if she could go back in time
how to define success in your business (with a callback to Shanna Skidmore's "enough number" from a previous episode of The Motherhood Anthology podcast!)
and so much more!
Connect with Kate:
https://www.katemarieportraiture.com/
https://www.instagram.com/katemarieportraiture/
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This week, Kim is joined by Morgan Williams to talk all about her 5 Step Framework for Soulful In-Home Portraits. If you offer in-home shoots, this episode is full of great tips and strategies that will support you. And if you don't currently offer in-home shoots, this episode will have you considering it.
We discussed:
The importance of storytelling and getting to know clients to create personalized, meaningful images
Lighting techniques for non-studio shooting, and posing strategy to help families look and feel natural and let their personalities shine through
Pricing structures, product offerings, and work-life balance while building a photography business
And so much more!
Connect with Morgan:
https://morganwilliamsphoto.com/education/
Connect with TMA:
Website | Membership | Courses: https://www.themotherhoodanthology.com
Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themotherhoodanthology
Our Instagram: https://instagram.com/themotherhoodanthology
Connect with Kim:
Site: https://kimbox.com
IG https://www.instagram.com/kimbox
Connect with Allison
Site: https://www.lentillephotography.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/lentillephotography
Connect with Jenny:
Site: https://www.jennycrugerphotography.com/
IG https://www.instagram.com/jennycrugerphotography -
Melissa Arlena is back on the podcast this week to talk about blogging for SEO. Especially considering the developments with AI and ChatGPT, blogging has changed in recent years. But, blogging is still one of the absolute best strategies for improving your search traffic to help people find you. Melissa is sharing some of her best tips for leveraging your blog to improve your SEO.
Connect with Melissa:
https://melissaarlenaphotography.com
50% off trial for TMA listeners! https://melissaarlena.thrivecart.com/the-blogging-club-trial/
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Site: https://kimbox.com
IG https://www.instagram.com/kimbox
Connect with Allison
Site: https://www.lentillephotography.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/lentillephotography
Connect with Jenny:
Site: https://www.jennycrugerphotography.com/
IG https://www.instagram.com/jennycrugerphotography -
Ali Payne from the TMA support team is back on the podcast. We talk so much about SEO, but have you considered the power of word-of-mouth marketing? That's what we're talking about this week in part 2 of a 2-part series.
Connect with Ali:
https://www.instagram.com/alipayne__/
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Connect with Kim:
Site: https://kimbox.com
IG https://www.instagram.com/kimbox
Check out Kim's NEW Substack:
https://kimbox.substack.com/p/beginnings-are-scary
Connect with Allison
Site: https://www.lentillephotography.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/lentillephotography
Connect with Jenny:
Site: https://www.jennycrugerphotography.com/
IG https://www.instagram.com/jennycrugerphotography - Montre plus
