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Welcome to the Professional Photographer podcast by PPA! Our goal is simple: to empower you in building a thriving photography business. In today's dynamic market, mastering the art of photography is just the beginning. You also need a solid grasp of entrepreneurship essentials like: sales, marketing, pricing, cash flow, negotiation, mindset, and planning.
Join us as we chat with successful photographers and business leaders who share their invaluable insights. You'll discover exciting new ways to achieve your financial goals and sleep better at night!
About Professional Photographers of America (PPA)
PPA is the world’s largest nonprofit association for professional photographers, serving over 35,000 professional photographers in more than 50 countries.
PPA's mission is to create a vibrant community of successful professional photographers by providing education, resources and upholding industry standards of excellence. Learn more at: https://www.ppa.com.
About Imaging USA
Start your year energized at the premier photography conference & expo. Spark your creativity and learn new skills to grow your business alongside a community of fellow photographers. No matter where you are in your career, you’ll gain actionable insights that have a real impact on your business. https://www.imagingusa.com.
Join us as we chat with successful photographers and business leaders who share their invaluable insights. You'll discover exciting new ways to achieve your financial goals and sleep better at night!
About Professional Photographers of America (PPA)
PPA is the world’s largest nonprofit association for professional photographers, serving over 35,000 professional photographers in more than 50 countries.
PPA's mission is to create a vibrant community of successful professional photographers by providing education, resources and upholding industry standards of excellence. Learn more at: https://www.ppa.com.
About Imaging USA
Start your year energized at the premier photography conference & expo. Spark your creativity and learn new skills to grow your business alongside a community of fellow photographers. No matter where you are in your career, you’ll gain actionable insights that have a real impact on your business. https://www.imagingusa.com.
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Is your growing photography studio draining your energy and your bank account? Pat Miller and Fractional CFO Tricia M. Taitt break down the “money team” evolution that every ambitious business owner needs to thrive.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(10:16) - Why a strong financial core matters for scaling and exit planning(25:14) - Strengthen your financial core to improve performance (the FinCore idea)(28:21) - How childhood money stories shape your business decisions todayConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Tricia Taitt ⬇LinkedIn | Book a Financial Consultation
SEO doesn’t have to be a dark art! Join Pat Miller and tech-savvy marketing strategist Myrna Daramy, who is the founder of Myrna & Co, for a game-changing episode packed with clarity, actionable insights, and expert tips on amplifying your photography studio’s online visibility, without spending a dime.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:01) - What SEO Really Means(07:35) - The Rise of AI-Generated Content (14:01) - Writing Rich, Context-Filled Content That Ranks Connect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Myrna Daramy ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Facebook | Instagram
Are you hiding your business failures, fearing they'll scare away clients? Matt Shoup proves that the story you’re most embarrassed to share can be your ultimate trust-building asset.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:10) - How Getting Fired Led to Entrepreneurship(07:33) - The Client Who Asked, “Tell Me About a Time You Screwed Up”(17:38) - Turning an Embarrassing Story into a Sales StrategyConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Matt Shoup ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Books | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok
Are you tired of feeling lost in the social media ocean, mimicking big accounts but never seeing real growth? Pat Miller chats with portrait photographer Jean Carlo Peñaloza to challenge the copycat mindset and reveal how you can build an authentic, thriving content brand that actually sounds like you.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(06:16) - The lonely early stages of content creation and why persistence builds real connections. (12:41) - Why authenticity matters and how your true voice shapes your brand. (20:34) - How embracing mistakes helps you become a stronger, more confident creator. Connect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Jean Carlo Peñaloza ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Facebook | Instagram
Ready to level up the joy AND profitability in your wedding photography business? Pat Miller sits down with international wedding photography powerhouse Terri Baskin for an episode jam-packed with real-world strategies for client selection, managing family chaos, and winning at the “wedding machine. "Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:10) - Finding and vetting the right wedding clients(13:13) - Handling uncooperative families with grace(31:13) - Educate, communicate, listen, and be joyfulConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Terri Baskin ⬇Website | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | X
Are you ready to unlock the hidden potential in every moment behind the camera? Pat Miller is joined by best-selling author, acclaimed keynote speaker, and personal development coach Brant Menswar, who reveals how photographers can transform fleeting memories into powerful drivers of personal and professional growth.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:45) - Finding Purpose After Tragedy(09:30) - The BUMP Framework: Belonging, Understanding, Meaning, Purpose(15:44) - How Photographers Can Capture Purpose on PurposeConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Brant Menswar ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Podcast | Instagram
Ready to pack your calendar with high-value portrait sessions—without spending a fortune on ads? Pat Miller welcomes portrait, sports, and school photographer Leroy Tademy to reveal how volume photography, from sports teams to school headshots, can be the secret engine behind a thriving senior portrait business. Most photographers chase new clients with costly campaigns, but Leroy has built his studio by flipping this tired model, creating hundreds of leads from every volume shoot!Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(09:21) - Reducing ad spend with relationship-based marketing(16:34) - The cap and gown strategy that converts clients(18:45) - Where photographers go wrong with volume to portraitConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Leroy Tademy ⬇Website | YouTube | Instagram
Is your photography business feeling the squeeze from today’s unstable economy? Pat Miller welcomes renowned UK photographer Scott Johnson to reveal how working pros can successfully navigate market uncertainty and keep their businesses thriving, even when bookings slow down.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(09:17) - Focus on What You Can Control(10:40) - Pivoting to Portraits(18:20) - Smarter Sales & Payment PlansConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Scott Johnson ⬇Website | Facebook | Instagram
Are you feeling stuck, uninspired, or questioning why your work even matters? Pat Miller sits down with keynote speaker and purpose-driven leader Matt Emerzian to help photographers reconnect to the joy, impact, and deeper meaning of their craft.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:29) - What 'Mattering' Means for Photographers(06:43) - The 'I Matter, You Matter, We Matter' Mindset Explained(14:25) - 'I Matter, But It’s Not About Me': Redefining SuccessConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Matt Emerzian ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Instagram
Facing a sluggish photography market and feeling that anxiety in your gut about how you’ll pay the bills? Pat Miller sits down with wedding photographer Teshorn Jackson to pull back the curtain on what most pros won’t admit: sometimes, success means picking up a side job to protect your business and your family. Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(07:13) - The Pride Problem Around Getting a Job(12:49) - Rethinking “Full-Time Photographer” Success(19:58) - Managing Money and the Profit First MindsetConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Teshorn Jackson ⬇Website | Instagram
What if the camera could capture more than just an image? What if it could change how someone sees themselves forever? Join host Pat Miller and internationally renowned boudoir photographer Christina "Tina" Meerloo for an eye-opening episode that explores boudoir as a powerful tool for personal healing and empowerment.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(02:12) - Discovering Boudoir’s Transformative Power(10:49) - Healing, Reclamation, and Confidence(23:50) - The Female Gaze & EmpowermentConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Christina "Tina" Meerloo ⬇Website | Instagram | Linktree
Step inside the studio with Sophia Barrett and discover the secret sauce that creates truly unforgettable portraits and it’s not just about camera settings. Pat Miller welcomes Sophia, a trailblazing Atlanta portrait photographer, to reveal how shooting “in flow” can unlock artistic breakthroughs and empower both photographer and subject.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(01:43) - Sophia’s mission: empowering women through portraiture(18:07) - Empowering women while balancing business realities(22:32) - How raising prices transformed her photography businessConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Sophia Barrett ⬇Website | Instagram | Linktree
Imagine skyrocketing your influence and income as a photographer, all by mastering YouTube. In this episode, Pat Miller sits down with beauty & portrait photographer Miguel Quiles, revealing the "recipes" behind building a thriving content channel that sets you apart in a noisy market.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(02:19) – From portraits to YouTube content(09:46) – The truth about thumbnails(14:47) – Advice for aspiring YouTubers(20:00) – Why audiences want YOU, not just the gearConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Miguel Quiles ⬇Website | Facebook | InstagramThank you to our sponsor, Sony!Sony Alpha Universe | Sony Creators’ Cloud | Sony Electronics | Sony
Today's saturated content landscape makes it harder than ever to stand out—until you learn the power of genuine storytelling and strategic business skills. Nate reveals how his outdoor passion, business acumen, and unfiltered social presence shaped a career where brands seek him out and fans feel like they know him before they meet him.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(04:35) - Storytelling as the foundation of your brand(08:32) - The moment Nate realized photography has real commercial value(15:28) - Why business skills matter as much as the photosConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Nate Luebbe ⬇Website | YouTube | Instagram | FacebookThank you to our sponsor, Sony!Sony Alpha Universe | Sony Creators’ Cloud | Sony Electronics | Sony
Ready to turn your passion for gear and tech into a thriving online presence, without losing your sanity? Pat Miller digs deep with YouTube filmmaker and photographer Sidney Diongzon to reveal what really goes into mastering content creation and scaling your influence.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:26) - Why gear reviews resonate with creators(08:57) - Building a system to stay productive(15:12) - How a simple, fun video went viralConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Sidney Diongzon ⬇LinkedIn | YouTube | Website | Instagram | Facebook | XThank you to our sponsor, Sony!Sony Alpha Universe | Sony Creators’ Cloud | Sony Electronics | Sony
Are you still relying on photos to market your photography business? In an era of vanishing attention spans, Braxton Holley reveals why video is your new secret weapon. As consumer habits shift, photographers face a critical dilemma—adapt to video-first platforms or get left behind. Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(04:30) - The secret to hooking your audience fast(07:09) - Choosing the right platform for growth(16:18) - How to spark creativity and stay inspiredConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Braxton Holley ⬇LinkedIn | YouTube | InstagramThank you to our sponsor, Sony!Sony Alpha Universe | Sony Creators’ Cloud | Sony Electronics | Sony
Step into the wild and creative world of landscape photography as Pat Miller welcomes the trailblazing Autumn Schrock. Discover how a childhood love for Spider-Man (and Peter Parker’s Day job!) helped Autumn craft a thriving career capturing the natural world's beauty—and empowered her to inspire photographers everywhere.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:00) - The Mount Rainier Breakthrough(07:29) - Teaching Workshops Around the World(09:48) - Women in Photography & Sony Alpha Female+Connect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Autumn Schrock ⬇Website | Instagram | FacebookThank you to our sponsor, Sony!Sony Alpha Universe | Sony Creators’ Cloud | Sony Electronics | Sony
Struggling to balance your passion for content creation with personal fulfillment and family time? Pat Miller sits down with multi-talented creator Zach Mayfield to reveal the behind-the-scenes mindset and methods that help him scale his influence—without sacrificing what matters most.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:40) - Faith, Family & Work Balance(09:14) - Gear That Protects Your Work(12:16) - Playing the Long GameConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Zach Mayfield ⬇Website | YouTube | Discord | InstagramThank you to our sponsor, Sony!Sony Alpha Universe | Sony Creators’ Cloud | Sony Electronics | Sony
What if your passion for photography could catapult you from smartphone snapshots to shooting Bentleys and traveling the world—all by learning from YouTube and taking bold chances? On this episode, Pat sits down with commercial, travel, and automotive photographer Max Loewenstein to reveal how self-taught creators can break into high-profile gigs and stand out in a flooded market.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(08:08) - Blending Travel and Automotive Photography(11:01) - Standing Out in a Saturated Market(14:15) - Shooting for the Brands You WantConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Max Loewenstein ⬇Website | Instagram | LinkedInThank you to our sponsor, Sony!Sony Alpha Universe | Sony Creators’ Cloud | Sony Electronics | Sony
Are you dreaming of capturing breathtaking landscapes like a pro? International photographer Paige Tingey joins Pat Miller for an electrifying, no-holds-barred masterclass on how the world’s best images are truly made.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(13:10) - Stay positive when conditions aren’t ideal(13:50) - Three natural light types for landscapes(14:44) - Lighting influences how Paige edits each photoConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Paige Tingey ⬇Website | Instagram | YouTube | TikTokThank you to our sponsor, Sony!Sony Alpha Universe | Sony Creators’ Cloud | Sony Electronics | Sony
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