From Photography Burnout To Loving Your Business Again

Today on The Portrait System Podcast, host, photographer and educator Nikki Closser interviews boudoir, maternity & equine photographer Bethany Quinn. Listen in as Bethany tells us all about her journey from being burnout by her business to falling in love with a new genre and finding success again. Don't miss out on this inspiring and educational interview!

Episode Summary:

In this inspiring episode of The Portrait System Podcast, host Nikki Closser interviews Bethany Quinn, who shares her journey of overcoming burnout in her photography business and reigniting her passion by exploring new genres, particularly equine photography. Bethany discusses her 40 over 30 boudoir campaign, her transition into photographing women with their horses, and how she approaches building connections and trust within this unique community.

Key Topics Covered:

– Burnout and Rediscovery: Bethany discusses her experience with burnout and how exploring equine photography helped her rekindle her passion.
– 40 over 30 Campaign: Insights on how this boudoir campaign helped Bethany connect with clients and build her brand, despite the challenges.
– Community Building in Photography: Emphasizes the importance of building authentic connections within niche communities, particularly in the horse community.
– Running a Multi-Genre Photography Business: How Bethany balances boudoir, equine, and petite session offerings to keep her business fresh and engaging.

Featured Guest: Bethany Quinn

Host: Nikki Closser

Episode Highlights:

1. Overcoming Burnout: Bethany shares her story of facing burnout and the strategies she used to find joy in her work again.
2. Boudoir Campaign Success: The impact of her *40 over 30* campaign and how it fostered client loyalty and strengthened her portfolio.
3. Entering Equine Photography: Bethany’s journey into equine photography and the learning experiences that came with it.
4. Authentic Networking: The importance of relationship-building, especially when entering a new niche market.

Listener Takeaways:

1. Discovering new genres in photography can rekindle creative passion and open up new client bases.
2. Building a strong community connection, rather than focusing solely on sales, leads to more meaningful client relationships.
3. Authenticity and clear communication are key when launching campaigns and working with clients on a deeper level.

Duration: 56:50

Release Date: 10/28/2024

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