Posers with Jodi Hendricks

This episode starts with a dad who nearly broke me as a baby photographer…and ends with a different dad wrapping his arm around me saying,“There’s just something about you.”What happened in between? A transformation, happened... one that I've been living inside of for years. Inside this episode, I dive into:• The surprising reason dads shut down on shoots• The energy photographers feel from men but rarely talk about• The moment “Johnny” challenged me — and the exact second everything shifted• Why your photoshoot is your sales room (whether you realize it or not)• The subtle, playful disruptors that move clients out of logic and into emotion If you’ve ever shrunk under a dad’s energy, lost control of a session, or felt thrown off in the sales room… this episode connects every dot. Timestamps:00:00 Welcome to the Posers Podcast00:48 A Journey of Transformation02:13 The Newborn Session Disaster03:49 Facing the Patriarchy06:02 Breaking Free from Insecurities07:00 The Johnny Experience18:39 Psychology in Photography26:44 The Power of Disruptors33:36 Conclusion and Takeaways33:59 Wrap Up and Call to Action 🔗 Connect with Jodi:📸 Website: https://www.j-annephotography.com📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.annephotography Mentioned In This Episode:• Free download + bonus video: How To Influence the Behavior of Men: https://j-anne-photography.kit.com/e45a353463 Love this kind of coaching?Make sure you’re on my newsletter list where I share the behind-the-scenes of launches, pricing, posing psychology, and what it really takes to scale a photography business with soul. 📣 Help Spread the Word!If you loved this episode, subscribe, rate, and review! Algorithms are needier than all our ex-boyfriends combined, and I need all the help I can get.Tits up, ears open—let’s go build something epic. And because I always want to give you tools that actually move the needle:The Posing Method → My signature course that teaches you how to pose the brain instead of the body so you can drop dopamine and oxytocin in the first two minutes of a shoot and completely transform your galleries. https://j-annephotography.com/the-posing-method Pass Platinum → Stop scrambling for a last-minute sale. I built your entire Black Friday campaign for you... emails, stories, banners, countdowns, the works. Use my link to get 2 months of Platinum free WITH A MONEY BACK GUARANTEE when you start collecting cash on autopilot this holiday season. https://success.passgallery.com/jodianne-platinum-referral The Mastermind → You can get the early early bird discount and lock in your spot for $1,000 off until October 31st. Join here → https://thej-anneeffect.mykajabi.com/offers/FRVipR9V?coupon_code=EARLYBIRD BOOK A 1:1 CALL WITH ME → https://calendly.com/j_anne/mastermind-clarity-call

Let’s just say it: being affordable isn’t a flex—it’s a trap. In this episode, I’m talking directly to the woman who keeps shrinking herself to be more “accessible,” “likable,” or “sweet”... and is secretly burnt the hell out. You’re underpaid, overbooked, and exhausted—and it’s not your talent that’s the problem. It’s the people-pleasing. We’re diving into how pricing isn’t just about money—it’s about nervous system conditioning, self-worth, and the lies we’ve been sold about what makes a “good” woman or business owner. This one is spicy and probably the most important episode I’ve ever recorded. 💥 If your business feels more like a treadmill than a calling—listen in. In This Episode:🔥 Why “being affordable” is actually a form of people-pleasing🔥 The Mormon grandma who taught me what not to do🔥 What discounting out of guilt really says about your self-trust🔥 The math (and mindset) behind what’s really keeping you broke🔥 The 5 sneaky ways people-pleasing shows up in your business🔥 What Glennon Doyle taught me about cages, wildness, and not betraying yourself🔥 The hard truth: clients aren’t loyal to your kindness—they’re loyal to your boundaries🔥 How to stop being the bargain-bin version of yourself and build a brand that demands respect This isn’t about raising your rates just to make more money. This is about raising your standards—because your daughters are watching. Your future is watching. And the world doesn’t need more sweet. It needs more sovereign. Timestamps:00:00 Welcome to the Posers Podcast00:37 Setting the Tone: No Cheap, No Basic, No Affordable01:36 Stop Being Affordable: The Core Message02:30 Personal Anecdotes: Overcoming People Pleasing06:38 The Impact of Conditioning on Women12:27 The Business Logic of Pricing18:10 Five Ways You're People Pleasing in Business27:19 Conclusion: Embrace Your Worth29:01 Wrap-Up and Call to Action 🔗 Connect with Jodi:📸 Website: https://www.j-annephotography.com📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.annephotography Love this kind of coaching?Make sure you’re on my newsletter list where I share the behind-the-scenes of launches, pricing, posing psychology, and what it really takes to scale a photography business with soul. 📣 Help Spread the Word!If you loved this episode, subscribe, rate, and review! Algorithms are needier than all our ex-boyfriends combined, and I need all the help I can get.Tits up, ears open—let’s go build something epic. And because I always want to give you tools that actually move the needle: The Posing Method → My signature course that teaches you how to pose the brain instead of the body so you can drop dopamine and oxytocin in the first two minutes of a shoot and completely transform your galleries. https://j-annephotography.com/the-posing-method Pass Platinum → Stop scrambling for a last-minute sale. I built your entire Black Friday campaign for you... emails, stories, banners, countdowns, the works.Use my link to get 2 months of Platinum free WITH A MONEY BACK GUARANTEE when you start collecting cash on autopilot this holiday season. https://success.passgallery.com/jodianne-platinum-referral The Mastermind → You can get the early early bird discount (use code EARLY500) and lock in your spot for $500 off until December 31st. Join here → https://thej-anneeffect.mykajabi.com/offers/FRVipR9V?coupon_code=EARLY500 BOOK A 1:1 CALL WITH ME → https://calendly.com/j_anne/mastermind-clarity-call

You can have the prettiest brand, the most emotionally intelligent client experience, the most viral marketing in the world… But if you choke in the sales room? You’re cooked. This episode closes out The $200K Season series with the final lever in the system — the one that actually brings the money in: sales psychology. We’re talking about why photographers keep blue-balling their business by ramping up the foreplay of marketing and branding and then blowing it (no pun intended there) in the sales room... leaving you with a business that has the best images and greatest website, but you're not turning a profit. Inside this episode: The money mindset shift that you have to figure out Why sales confidence equals client trust and bigger sales The biggest mistake photographers make right at the beginning of the meeting The exact sales process you need The emotional psychology behind in-person sales You can flirt with your audience all day long, but until you actually learn to close…you’re just leaving your business frustrated and broke. The full sales script, emotional sequencing, and pricing framework are all inside POSERS | The Mastermind. This episode is the preview. The playbook is waiting for you inside. Timestamps:00:00 Welcome to the Posers Podcast00:35 Personal Update and Apology02:38 The $200,000 Challenge Overview03:22 Lever 1: The Launch System03:59 Lever 2: Client Experience04:28 Lever 3: The Sales Room05:22 Holiday Sales Strategy07:17 Black Friday Campaign with Pass11:35 The Importance of Sales Skills15:36 Personal Story: Overcoming Money Blocks28:21 In-Person Sales (IPS) Explained29:01 Mastering the Sales Room41:40 Poser Mastermind Program43:47 Conclusion and Call to Action 🔗 Connect with Jodi:📸 Website: https://www.j-annephotography.com📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.annephotography Related Episodes:035: A $200K Season and a Lampshade Made of Skin https://podcasts.apple.com/hr/podcast/035-a-%24200k-season-and-a-lampshade-made-of-skin/id1799049795?i=1000731770799 036: My Business EXPLODED Doing This https://podcasts.apple.com/hr/podcast/036-my-business-exploded-doing-this/id1799049795?i=1000732787621 037: Swapping Shiplap for Saint Laurent: The Client Experience That Sells Itself https://podcasts.apple.com/hr/podcast/037-swapping-shiplap-for-saint-laurent-the-client/id1799049795?i=1000733844136 Love this kind of coaching?Make sure you’re on my newsletter list where I share the behind-the-scenes of launches, pricing, posing psychology, and what it really takes to scale a photography business with soul. 📣 Help Spread the Word!If you loved this episode, subscribe, rate, and review! Algorithms are needier than all our ex-boyfriends combined, and I need all the help I can get.Tits up, ears open—let’s go build something epic. And because I always want to give you tools that actually move the needle:The Posing Method → My signature course that teaches you how to pose the brain instead of the body so you can drop dopamine and oxytocin in the first two minutes of a shoot and completely transform your galleries. https://j-annephotography.com/the-posing-method Pass Platinum → Stop scrambling for a last-minute sale. I built your entire Black Friday campaign for you... emails, stories, banners, countdowns, the works.Use my link to get 2 months of Platinum free WITH A MONEY BACK GUARANTEE when you start collecting cash on autopilot this holiday season. https://success.passgallery.com/jodianne-platinum-referral The Mastermind → You can get the early early bird discount (use code EARLY500) and lock in your spot for $500 off until December 31st. Join here → https://thej-anneeffect.mykajabi.com/offers/FRVipR9V?coupon_code=EARLY500   BOOK A 1:1 CALL WITH ME → https://calendly.com/j_anne/mastermind-clarity-call

When I say your client experience is a lever in your business—I mean it’s the thing that takes you from "pretty pictures" to premium price points and a booked-out calendar. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the second lever behind my $200K Fall Challenge: the client experience. And not just the woo-woo version. I’m talking about the details, the systems, the delegation, and the ick-worthy moments that made me swear: never again. Like that one time a client showed up to a shoot in literal gym shorts. (Yes, really.) I also share: How I went from styling every client myself to bringing on a stylist (and what that changed) Why the right wardrobe is non-negotiable for brand elevation and client results What my new stylist Kenna did that made me say “Snoopy ears perked” How luxury lives in your details—and how to start there, even if you’re not full glamThe internal climb of chasing big goals, and why the mountain is me (and probably you too) If you’re serious about raising your rates, scaling with integrity, and getting OUT of the stylist-slash-CEO role, this one’s for you. Timestamps:00:00 Welcome to The Posers Podcast00:35 Recap and Introduction to Today's Topic02:11 Progress Report and Mastermind Reminder06:28 The Client Experience: A Key Lever06:42 A Horror Story from the Past16:03 The Importance of Styling17:45 Introducing Kenna: The Game-Changing Stylist22:23 The Impact of Styled Clients27:36 The Mountain is You: Overcoming Internal Struggles32:20 Conclusion and Call to Action 🔗 Connect with Jodi:📸 Website: https://www.j-annephotography.com📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.annephotography Love this kind of coaching?Make sure you’re on my newsletter list where I share the behind-the-scenes of launches, pricing, posing psychology, and what it really takes to scale a photography business with soul. 📣 Help Spread the Word!If you loved this episode, subscribe, rate, and review! Algorithms are needier than all our ex-boyfriends combined, and I need all the help I can get.Tits up, ears open—let’s go build something epic. And because I always want to give you tools that actually move the needle: The Posing Method → My signature course that teaches you how to pose the brain instead of the body so you can drop dopamine and oxytocin in the first two minutes of a shoot and completely transform your galleries. https://j-annephotography.com/the-posing-method Pass Platinum → The done-for-you print shop that brings in extra revenue on autopilot. Use https://success.passgallery.com/jodianne-platinum-referral to save $250 when you set yours up. The Mastermind → You can get the early early bird discount and lock in your spot for $1,000 off until October 31st. Join here → https://thej-anneeffect.mykajabi.com/offers/FRVipR9V?coupon_code=EARLYBIRD Or if you want to chat first, book a call with me here → https://calendly.com/j_anne/mastermind-clarity-call

What do a sold-out Apple launch, a Dior capsule collection, and my fall photo calendar have in common?They don’t wait for people to show up. They train buyers to move fast—and they build real buzz before a single sale is made.In this episode, I’m breaking down how I stopped casually “opening my calendar” and started launching it like a product drop. I’m giving you the mindset shifts and the psychology-backed structure that helped me book out my calendar year after year—often in under 18 hours. I’m also telling the truth about that $200K Challenge update I flubbed (oops 😅), the real reason I don’t rely on SEO, and why “just blog more” is not the holy grail you’ve been sold. 👉 If you want your business to feel like a brand, not a scramble, this episode is your next move. Inside this episode:The 3 levers that make people move: Scarcity, Urgency, and FOMO How I built a 27-email launch runway that does the selling before the cart opensWhy the structure of your launch matters more than a cute reelWhat to do instead of waiting for SEO to magically deliver bookingsHow my mastermind clients booked out fall in 2 weeks (without a giant audience)And yes, the exact mindset that helped me go from wedding burnout to booked-out boss.It’s not magic. It’s not luck. It’s structure. It’s psychology. It’s about becoming unignorable—on purpose. Timestamps:00:00 Welcome to the Posers Podcast00:35 Celebrating 36 Weeks of Podcasting01:08 Infatuation with Ed Geen02:48 Rant on 'Love is Blind' and Relationships06:25 Revisiting Last Week's Topics07:00 Launching Your Photography Calendar14:33 The Power of Scarcity, Urgency, and FOMO15:15 Executing a Successful Launch22:20 Conclusion and Invitation to Mastermind24:31 Final Thoughts and Farewell 🔗 Connect with Jodi:📸 Website: https://www.j-annephotography.com📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.annephotography Love this kind of coaching?Make sure you’re on my newsletter list where I share the behind-the-scenes of launches, pricing, posing psychology, and what it really takes to scale a photography business with soul. 📣 Help Spread the Word!If you loved this episode, subscribe, rate, and review! Algorithms are needier than all our ex-boyfriends combined, and I need all the help I can get.Tits up, ears open—let’s go build something epic. And because I always want to give you tools that actually move the needle:The Posing Method → My signature course that teaches you how to pose the brain instead of the body so you can drop dopamine and oxytocin in the first two minutes of a shoot and completely transform your galleries. https://j-annephotography.com/the-posing-methodPass Platinum → The done-for-you print shop that brings in extra revenue on autopilot. Use https://success.passgallery.com/jodianne-platinum-referral to save $250 when you set yours up.The Mastermind → Right now, you can get the early early bird discount and lock in your spot for $1,000 off. Join here → https://thej-anneeffect.mykajabi.com/offers/FRVipR9V?coupon_code=EARLYBIRD Or if you want to chat first, book a call with me here → https://calendly.com/j_anne/mastermind-clarity-call

If you've ever wanted to see how a wild income goal actually takes shape behind the scenes, this one's for you. In this episode, I’m sharing the unfiltered truth about my $200,000 fall challenge—how I came up with that number, how I’m reverse engineering every piece of my business to hit it, and why the real block isn’t strategy... it’s belief. Oh, and also… we talk about a serial killer. 😬 This one’s part financial strategy, part mindset reframe, part horror story—and all heart. Inside this episode: The real reason it’s so scary to say your goals out loud (especially for women) How past failure (like my divorce) made me fearless in business Why setting a huge money goal is the fastest path to evolution The launch system that helped me book 40 full shoots in 18 hours My tiny tweak to add $40K without adding more work How to reverse engineer your own “$200K season” (whatever your number is) I’m also calling out the mindset BS that’s keeping photographers undercharging and over-delivering—and showing you exactly how to shift it. Whether your big goal is $40K or $400K, the number doesn’t matter. What matters is declaring it—and then becoming the woman who makes it happen. Timestamps:00:00 Welcome to The Posers Podcast00:44 Housekeeping and Passive Income Tips05:50 Serial Killer Stories and Personal Anecdotes12:12 Setting and Achieving Big Financial Goals23:01 Mindset and Marketing Strategies32:41 Mastermind Program Invitation36:10 Closing Remarks and Call to Action 🔗 Connect with Jodi:📸 Website: https://www.j-annephotography.com📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.annephotography Love this kind of coaching?Make sure you’re on my newsletter list where I share the behind-the-scenes of launches, pricing, posing psychology, and what it really takes to scale a photography business with soul. 📣 Help Spread the Word!If you loved this episode, subscribe, rate, and review! Algorithms are needier than all our ex-boyfriends combined, and I need all the help I can get.Tits up, ears open—let’s go build something epic. And because I always want to give you tools that actually move the needle:The Posing Method → My signature course that teaches you how to pose the brain instead of the body so you can drop dopamine and oxytocin in the first two minutes of a shoot and completely transform your galleries. https://j-annephotography.com/the-posing-method Pass Platinum → The done-for-you print shop that brings in extra revenue on autopilot. Use https://success.passgallery.com/jodianne-platinum-referral to save $250 when you set yours up. The Mastermind → Right now, you can get the early early bird discount and lock in your spot for $1,000 off. Join here → https://thej-anneeffect.mykajabi.com/offers/FRVipR9V?coupon_code=EARLYBIRD Or if you want to chat first, book a call with me here → https://calendly.com/j_anne/mastermind-clarity-call

This isn’t a strategy breakdown or a sales lesson. This is a love letter—from one photographer’s soft heart to another. I recorded this episode from bed, wrapped in sweats and sand after one of those magical shoots where everything aligns. The light, the energy, the connection... it was one of those rare moments that reminded me why I do what I do. And why how we make people feel is everything. There’s no outline here. No notes. Just me and my iPhone mic talking about the kind of night that makes you pause mid-shower, drop into gratitude, and grab your phone before the magic fades. Inside this episode:The trifecta of a perfect session (and why it’s rarely just about the photos)Why posing is never just about angles—it’s about psychology and trustThe moment a mom looked at me with tears in her eyes and said, “You’re the only person who’s ever gotten them to do that.”What it means to build a business that actually feels good to runThe heart behind The Posing Method and why it’s about so much more than looking pretty So if you’re feeling a little tired or wondering if this work really matters—this one’s for you. It does. You do. Timestamps:00:00 Welcome to the Posers Podcast00:41 A Love Letter to Fellow Photographers02:30 A Perfect Shoot Experience05:58 The Importance of Connection in Photography09:05 Gratitude and Reflection11:25 Closing Thoughts and Farewell 🔗 Connect with Jodi:📸 Website📷 Instagram Love this kind of coaching?Make sure you’re on my newsletter list where I share the behind-the-scenes of launches, pricing, posing psychology, and what it really takes to scale a photography business with soul. 📣 Help Spread the Word!If you loved this episode, subscribe, rate, and review! Algorithms are needier than all our ex-boyfriends combined, and I need all the help I can get.Tits up, ears open—let’s go build something epic. And because I always want to give you tools that actually move the needle:The Posing Method → My signature course that teaches you how to pose the brain instead of the body—so you can drop dopamine and oxytocin in the first two minutes of a shoot and completely transform your galleries.Pass Platinum → The done-for-you print shop that brings in extra revenue on autopilot. Use THIS LINK to save $250 when you set yours up.The Mastermind Waitlist → Want to go deeper with me on building a photography business that actually scales? Join the waitlist here so you don’t miss the next round.

Let’s talk about how three families flew me across the country—and what actually made it worth it. Spoiler: it wasn’t ads, SEO, or some flashy funnel. It was authority. In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how I booked, planned, and executed multiple travel sessions on the East Coast. I'm pulling back the curtain on the strategy, the scouting, the real financials (yes, I give you the numbers), and what it takes to create a client experience that’s so good, they’ll fly you in. Inside this episode:How I built demand outside my city without ever blogging or running adsThe actual planning process I use to shoot in unfamiliar cities (hint: it’s not sexy)What made me anxious—and how I handled it when the weather turned on meThe real cost of the trip, how much I made, and why it still made senseA reminder that authority isn’t luck—it’s built brick by brick If you're a photographer wondering how to expand beyond your local market or just need a dose of behind-the-scenes realness—you’re gonna want to hit play on this one. Timestamps:00:00 Welcome to the Posers Podcast00:35 Recording from New Jersey02:08 Booking Cross-Country Photography Sessions03:18 Building Authority and Client Relationships07:02 Planning Shoots in Unfamiliar Cities16:16 Executing the Perfect Shoot Day20:48 Financials and Client Investment26:00 Final Thoughts and Listener Engagement30:27 Wrap-Up and Farewell 🔗 Connect with Jodi:📸 Website📷 Instagram Love this kind of coaching?Make sure you’re on my newsletter list where I share the behind-the-scenes of launches, pricing, posing psychology, and what it really takes to scale a photography business with soul. 📣 Help Spread the Word!If you loved this episode, subscribe, rate, and review! Algorithms are needier than all our ex-boyfriends combined, and I need all the help I can get.Tits up, ears open—let’s go build something epic. And because I always want to give you tools that actually move the needle:The Posing Method → My signature course that teaches you how to pose the brain instead of the body—so you can drop dopamine and oxytocin in the first two minutes of a shoot and completely transform your galleries.Pass Platinum → The done-for-you print shop that brings in extra revenue on autopilot. Use THIS LINK to save $250 when you set yours up.The Mastermind Waitlist → Want to go deeper with me on building a photography business that actually scales? Join the waitlist [here] so you don’t miss the next round.

⚠️ Warning: this one might sting—but it might also be the thing that finally pushes you to build what you've been dreaming of building. Every photographer dreams about the fully booked calendar, the luxury brand, the $6k sales, and the freedom that comes with running a business on your own terms. But here’s the truth nobody wants to admit: every single dream you’re chasing comes with a price tag. And it’s not the pretty part. It’s the part that tastes bitter, feels relentless, and never makes it onto anyone’s Instagram feed. In this episode, I’m sharing the side of business that separates the ones who make it from the ones who burn out—the Sh*t Sandwich. You’ll hear why frustration isn’t an interruption to your business—it IS your business. And you’ll hear exactly how to know if the dream you’re chasing is worth what it actually costs. Inside this episode:The mastermind student who went from “cutesy mommy hobby” to a multi–six-figure luxury brand dripping with intention and edge.The fantasy every photographer builds in their head—and the brutal reality check of what it takes to live it.The real cost of $6k sales (and why most photographers quit before they ever get there).Why your images aren’t the thing holding you back—it’s your refusal to eat the sandwich that actually builds a brand.The simple, gut-check question I ask myself whenever I feel like quitting—and why the answer keeps me going. This episode will rearrange the way you see your business. Because success isn’t about how much you want the dream. It’s about whether you’re willing to eat the sandwich that comes with it. Timestamps:00:00 Welcome to The Posers Podcast00:50 The Shit Sandwich: A Business Reality01:34 Mastermind Success Story: Elizabeth Dugan07:14 The Dream Life and Its Challenges10:41 The Reality of Entrepreneurship22:11 Choosing Your Hard: The Entrepreneur's Dilemma28:03 The Mastermind: Your Path to Success33:38 Final Thoughts and Call to Action 🔗 Connect with Jodi:📸 Website📷 Instagram Love this kind of coaching?Make sure you’re on my newsletter list where I share the behind-the-scenes of launches, pricing, posing psychology, and what it really takes to scale a photography business with soul. 📣 Help Spread the Word!If you loved this episode, subscribe, rate, and review! Algorithms are needier than all our ex-boyfriends combined, and I need all the help I can get.Tits up, ears open—let’s go build something epic. And because I always want to give you tools that actually move the needle:The Posing Method → My signature course that teaches you how to pose the brain instead of the body—so you can drop dopamine and oxytocin in the first two minutes of a shoot and completely transform your galleries. Pass Platinum → The done-for-you print shop that brings in extra revenue on autopilot. Use THIS LINK to save $250 when you set yours up. The Mastermind Waitlist → Want to go deeper with me on building a photography business that actually scales? Join the waitlist [here] so you don’t miss the next round.

After six powerhouse weeks of interviews, it’s just you and me again today—and ohhh, I’ve missed our 1:1 time. And I’m not holding back. Here’s the deal: I’ve been fed more than my fair share of vague, fluffy advice in this industry, and in this episode we're pulling back the curtain on one of the worst offenders.In this episode, I’m pulling apart the myth of the almighty WHY and showing you what actually gets clients to say yes. Here’s what you’ll hear inside this episode: The personal update that’s been a total game-changer for my business (and my life). Why 'your why' is an ego-centered topic and why you're not special here. The five things clients actually respond to and how to market them. How I use my personal why as a filter for my decisions, including companies that I will partner with. The real takeaway: stop worshipping your why, and start sharpening your positioning. If your why lights you up, that’s amazing. But if you want a booked calendar and a thriving business? Your positioning and your marketing are what get you there. Timestamps:00:00 Welcome to the Posers Podcast01:30 Personal Update: Long-Distance Marriage07:31 The Impact of Personal Life on Business10:41 Debunking the 'Find Your Why' Myth21:14 Effective Marketing Strategies30:42 Conclusion and Personal Sign-Off 🔗 Connect with Jodi:📸 Website📷 Instagram Love this kind of coaching?Make sure you’re on my newsletter list where I share the behind-the-scenes of launches, pricing, posing psychology, and what it really takes to scale a photography business with soul. 📣 Help Spread the Word!If you loved this episode, subscribe, rate, and review! Algorithms are needier than all our ex-boyfriends combined, and I need all the help I can get.Tits up, ears open—let’s go build something epic. And because I always want to give you tools that actually move the needle: The Posing Method → My signature course that teaches you how to pose the brain instead of the body—so you can drop dopamine and oxytocin in the first two minutes of a shoot and completely transform your galleries. Pass Platinum → The done-for-you print shop that brings in extra revenue on autopilot. Use THIS LINK to save $250 when you set yours up. The Mastermind Waitlist → Want to go deeper with me on building a photography business that actually scales? Join the waitlist [here] so you don’t miss the next round.

Part 2 with D’Arcy is here, and honestly… it’s even better than Part 1. We moved from editing and trends into the bigger picture: what it really means to build your artistry, find your signature style, and step into the identity shifts that come with building a business as a woman. It’s raw. It’s real. It’s everything I needed to hear back when I was just starting. In this half, we talk about: How to actually find your style (hint: it’s not copying your competition). Why studying florals, film, architecture, even food will make you a better photographer. The identity shifts that come when you stop asking permission and start owning your power. And the big surprise: D’Arcy and I teaching together in Italy. Pasta, portraits, weddings, wine — it’s happening. This conversation is equal parts education, inspiration, and a little bit of holy-sh*t pinch-me. Timestamps:00:35 Recap and Introduction to Part Two00:55 The Artistry of Finding Your Voice03:05 Trends vs. Timelessness in Photography09:18 The Importance of Artistic Study and Inspiration20:51 Developing Your Signature Style24:57 Developing a Signature Photography Style26:01 The Importance of Posing and Angles27:20 Challenging Traditional Portrait Photography29:21 Empowering Women in Business34:04 Planning Creative Workshops in Italy40:45 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans 🔗 Connect with D’Arcy Benincosa:📸 Website📷 Instagram📷 Portfolio Course📷 Editing Course And if you loved this convo, be sure to hop on my newsletter so you never miss the good stuff 🔗 Connect with Jodi:📸 Website📷 Instagram Love this kind of coaching?Make sure you’re on my newsletter list where I share the behind-the-scenes of launches, pricing, posing psychology, and what it really takes to scale a photography business with soul. 📣 Help Spread the Word!If you loved this episode, subscribe, rate, and review! Algorithms are needier than all our ex-boyfriends combined, and I need all the help I can get.Tits up, ears open—let’s go build something epic. Want to go deeper with me?Check out The Posing Method or get on the Mastermind Waitlist which opens again in January. Show Sponsor: PASSPASS is the modern gallery system for photographers who want to look like a luxury brand and sell like one, too.From digital delivery to premium print products, PASS makes it easy to automate passive income with curated packages and pre-built marketing flows—all inside a beautifully designed gallery system. Save $250 with Jodi’s link: Click here to get started with PASS

Okay, Posers… today is a big one. I’ve got the Queen of Queens herself, D’Arcy Benincosa, on the podcast. If you don’t already know D’Arcy, she’s the definition of an industry icon. Courses everyone talks about. Editing that’s chef’s kiss. A brain that can take your jumbled ideas and spit out pure gold. And for me? She’s personal. Because years ago I sat in her living room as a brand-new single mom… and The Posing Method was born right there. In Part 1 we dive into: Why your editing is more than pretty colors — it’s your authority. The painful difference between a basic editor vs. a master. The trends that need to die (looking at you, neon grass + ghost skin). How cohesion in your portfolio is the secret to luxury prices. This one had me rethinking my own work mid-conversation. Timestamps:00:35 Introducing Darcy Benincosa01:13 Darcy's Impact on My Life01:51 Diving into Business and Artistry03:14 The Journey of Building a Photography Business06:17 The Importance of Branding and Niching07:46 Mastering Editing Skills16:50 Darcy's Editing Suite and Presets20:51 The Debate on Editing Trends35:22 The Importance of Cohesive Branding37:30 Wrapping Up and What's Next 🔗 Connect with D’Arcy Benincosa:📸 Website📷 Instagram📷 Portfolio Course📷 Editing Course And if you loved this convo, be sure to hop on my newsletter so you never miss the good stuff 🔗 Connect with Jodi:📸 Website📷 Instagram Love this kind of coaching?Make sure you’re on my newsletter list where I share the behind-the-scenes of launches, pricing, posing psychology, and what it really takes to scale a photography business with soul. 📣 Help Spread the Word!If you loved this episode, subscribe, rate, and review! Algorithms are needier than all our ex-boyfriends combined, and I need all the help I can get. Tits up, ears open—let’s go build something epic. Want to go deeper with me?Check out The Posing Method or get on the Mastermind Waitlist which opens again in January. Show Sponsor: PASSPASS is the modern gallery system for photographers who want to look like a luxury brand and sell like one, too.From digital delivery to premium print products, PASS makes it easy to automate passive income with curated packages and pre-built marketing flows—all inside a beautifully designed gallery system. Save $250 with Jodi’s link: Click here to get started with PASS

We are back for Part 2 and I promise you… it just keeps getting better. In this episode, Lindley and I dive deeper into what photographers should actually be posting—especially if you’re a photographer trying to scale your studio, raise your rates, or start booking with less hustle. We’re talking: – What type of content builds authority and trust – Why your feed should feel like an extension of your studio experience – How to post with intention (not just for aesthetics) – And how to stop overthinking your strategy and just start leading If you’re feeling burnt out by social or unsure how to show up without selling your soul—this episode will shift everything. Timestamps:00:00 Welcome to the Posers Podcast00:41 Recap of Part One01:39 Fixing Your Social Media Strategy03:12 Biggest Mistakes Photographers Make05:07 Understanding Client Feedback08:31 The Importance of Authenticity16:27 Marketing and Self-Reflection21:16 Running a Personal Brand Like a Business21:57 The Challenges of Maintaining Authenticity22:46 Balancing Personal Life and Online Presence25:18 Creating Engaging Content31:14 The Importance of Authenticity35:19 Final Thoughts and Farewell 🔗 Connect with Lindley and Cultivé:📸 Website📷 Contact And if you loved this convo, be sure to hop on my newsletter so you never miss the good stuff 🔗 Connect with Jodi:📸 Website📷 Instagram Love this kind of coaching?Make sure you’re on my newsletter list where I share the behind-the-scenes of launches, pricing, posing psychology, and what it really takes to scale a photography business with soul. 📣 Help Spread the Word!If you loved this episode, subscribe, rate, and review! Algorithms are needier than all our ex-boyfriends combined, and I need all the help I can get.Tits up, ears open—let’s go build something epic. Want to go deeper with me?Check out The Posing Method or get on the Mastermind Waitlist which opens again in January. 💡Show Sponsor: PASSPASS is the modern gallery system for photographers who want to look like a luxury brand and sell like one, too.From digital delivery to premium print products, PASS makes it easy to automate passive income with curated packages and pre-built marketing flows—all inside a beautifully designed gallery system. Save $250 with Jodi’s link: Click here to get started with PASS

You guys. This episode is a wild ride in the best possible way. In Part 1 of my conversation with Lindley Battle—founder of Cultivé Creative Co and one of the most brilliant, strategic creatives I know—we dive into why just posting pretty pictures with soft music is not a marketing strategy. We talk about the real difference between visibility and authority, the danger of treating Instagram like a passive portfolio, and why showing up with clarity and consistency matters way more than being trendy or viral. We also spiral (obviously) into: – Building brands that actually book – How Lindley and I voice note each other through all our breakdowns and breakthroughs – And the real behind-the-scenes of two women running creative, multi-six-figure businesses that aren’t built on fluff This episode is part storytelling, part therapy, part marketing masterclass—and I swear, it will make you look at your social media presence with fresh eyes. Listen to this if: – You’re a photographer stuck in the cycle of posting and ghosting – You’re ready to scale but feel invisible online – You want to grow without becoming an “influencer” – You need a real friend to say, “Hey babe, this isn’t working—and here’s what to do instead.” Timestamps:00:00 Welcome to the Posers Podcast01:51 Introducing Lindley Battle and Cultivate Creative03:01 The Reality of Social Media Strategy03:29 Unfiltered Conversations and Personal Stories06:39 The Birth of Cultivate Creative13:39 The Importance of Strategy in Marketing25:26 The Importance of Funnels and Monetization26:37 Complexity of Effective Marketing27:21 Creating a Content Strategy29:12 Outsourcing and Simplifying Processes32:45 Authenticity in Marketing41:29 Client-Centered Content Creation47:42 Conclusion and Teaser for Part Two 🔗 Connect with Lindley and Cultivé:📸 Website📷 Contact 🔗 Connect with Jodi:📸 Website📷 Instagram Love this kind of coaching?Make sure you’re on my newsletter list where I share the behind-the-scenes of launches, pricing, posing psychology, and what it really takes to scale a photography business with soul. 📣 Help Spread the Word!If you loved this episode, subscribe, rate, and review! Algorithms are needier than all our ex-boyfriends combined, and I need all the help I can get.Tits up, ears open—let’s go build something epic. Want to go deeper with me?Check out The Posing Method or get on the Mastermind Waitlist which opens again in January. Show Sponsor: PASSPASS is the modern gallery system for photographers who want to look like a luxury brand and sell like one, too.From digital delivery to premium print products, PASS makes it easy to automate passive income with curated packages and pre-built marketing flows—all inside a beautifully designed gallery system. Save $250 with Jodi’s link: Click here to get started with PASS

If you thought Part 1 with Brittany Elise was good, just wait. This episode is the masterclass in premium client experience, high-ticket sales, and what it really takes to create consistency inside your business. In Part 2, we’re getting into the real numbers — and the real strategy behind those numbers. Brittany breaks down how she consistently hits $4K+ sales (and $10K+ when it’s really on), without ever feeling pushy, manipulative, or salesy. We’re covering: How assumptions about your clients’ budget are killing your revenue What she actually says in the sales room that moves the needle Why saying “no” to the wrong clients is the most powerful brand move you can make The one mental shift that helped her associate photographer close the year’s two biggest sales And why she hands AI editing off to her team (and still stays current in the game) We even get into educator tea: what it means to teach while still running a real business, how to grow without disconnecting, and why we both refuse to be educators who are out of touch with what photographers really need. This one goes DEEP — and yeah, we hit the 90-minute mark for a reason. Timestamps:00:35 Recap of Part One with Brittany Elise01:10 Diving into Sales Strategies02:20 Handling Client Objections06:42 Real Talk: Numbers and Sales12:07 The Importance of Business Education17:32 Investing in the Right Education24:09 Brittany Elise's Coaching Program25:48 No Ads, Just Connection26:09 Learning from Each Other26:58 The Importance of Continuous Learning28:56 Balancing Business and Education39:50 The Role of AI in Photography45:52 Conclusion and Farewell 🔗 Connect with Brittany:📸 Website📷 Instagram📸 Leveraging to Luxury Coaching Program Waitlist📸 Brittany Elise Education 🔗 Connect with Jodi:📸 Website📷 Instagram Love this kind of coaching?Make sure you’re on my newsletter list where I share the behind-the-scenes of launches, pricing, posing psychology, and what it really takes to scale a photography business with soul. 📣 Help Spread the Word!If you loved this episode, subscribe, rate, and review! Algorithms are needier than all our ex-boyfriends combined, and I need all the help I can get.Tits up, ears open—let’s go build something epic. Want to go deeper with me?Check out The Posing Method or get on the Mastermind Waitlist which opens again in January. Show Sponsor: PASSPASS is the modern gallery system for photographers who want to look like a luxury brand and sell like one, too.From digital delivery to premium print products, PASS makes it easy to automate passive income with curated packages and pre-built marketing flows—all inside a beautifully designed gallery system. Save $250 with Jodi’s link: Click here to get started with PASS

This week on The Posers Podcast, I’m sitting down with someone I’ve low-key fangirled over since the first time I saw her on the homepage of RedTree Albums — the incredible Brittany Elise. If you think success is about having the prettiest website or the trendiest IG grid, this episode is going to slap for you. Brittany is a former NICU nurse turned luxury portrait photographer, mastermind creator, and the woman behind a literal 7-figure empire built from the ground up—starting with a shoebox studio, no desk, and employees eating lunch in their cars. In part one, we’re diving into: The messy beginnings (because yes, the queen once worked at her kitchen counter, too) Why investing in yourself is the realest foundation brick you can lay The biggest mindset block photographers have when transitioning to IPS And the psychology of perceived value, digital burnout, and competing with yourself We’re talking SO MUCH about in-person sales — we’re talking about why so many photographers never even get off the launch pad. If you’re ready to stop pretending that “digitals only” is working and start building a business that actually fuels your life? This one’s for you. Timestamps:00:39 Introducing Brittany Elise01:12 The Journey to Success01:32 Mindset and Personal Growth02:30 Casual Chat with Brittany04:26 Building a Photography Business15:07 Investing in Yourself17:14 Overcoming Mindset Blocks20:49 The Importance of Personal Growth21:20 Finding Purpose Through Parenthood21:38 Opening the First Studio22:02 Transition to a Product-Based Model22:34 Challenges and Insights in Photography24:08 The Value of Product-Based Photography27:05 Client Relationships and Sales Strategies30:15 Handling Client Objections34:36 Guiding Clients to the Right Decision46:56 Concluding Thoughts and Farewell 🔗 Connect with Jodi:📸 Website📷 Instagram Love this kind of coaching?Make sure you’re on my newsletter list where I share the behind-the-scenes of launches, pricing, posing psychology, and what it really takes to scale a photography business with soul. 📣 Help Spread the Word!If you loved this episode, subscribe, rate, and review! Algorithms are needier than all our ex-boyfriends combined, and I need all the help I can get.Tits up, ears open—let’s go build something epic. Want to go deeper with me?Check out The Posing Method or get on the Mastermind Waitlist which opens again in January. Show Sponsor: PASSPASS is the modern gallery system for photographers who want to look like a luxury brand and sell like one, too.From digital delivery to premium print products, PASS makes it easy to automate passive income with curated packages and pre-built marketing flows—all inside a beautifully designed gallery system. Save $250 with Jodi’s link: Click here to get started with PASS

This one? Oooop. It’s gonna sting. Because these five truth bombs? They’re not just for you—they’re for me too. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what’s really keeping us stuck in our businesses—and it’s not our talent, our market, or our gear. It’s our habits. Our fears. Our overthinking. And in my case… it’s also me sitting at my desk, obsessing over slides for the Mastermind instead of doing other work that actually moves the needle. Did I include an actual voice note that I sent to my team with all of my mental blocks on full display for you?  Of course I did, and I’m playing it for you in this episode. Because I could literally hear myself, mid-sentence, blocking my own growth in real time. And I want you to hear it too. Because sometimes the most powerful mirror is someone else’s spiral. We’re talking: Avoidance that looks like productivity “Booked and busy” energy that’s really just busyness and burnout Undercharging, under-showing-up, and hiding in plain sight And the brutal truth about why “balance” might just be your most expensive excuse This episode is for the photographer who knows what to do… and still isn’t doing it. It’s for the business owner who’s scared to be seen. And it’s for me, on the days when I choose slide design over strategy. Let’s call ourselves out—lovingly, but directly. Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome to the Posers Podcast 00:37 Personal Reflections and Entrepreneurial Challenges 02:15 The TikTok Trend and Its Relevance 03:14 Voice Memo: The Irony of Mental Blocks 09:15 Hard Truths for Photographers 18:03 Final Thoughts and Call to Action 20:26 Closing Remarks and Listener Engagement 🔗 Connect with Jodi:📸 Website📷 Instagram Love this kind of coaching? Make sure you’re on my newsletter list where I share the behind-the-scenes of launches, pricing, posing psychology, and what it really takes to scale a photography business with soul. 📣 Help Spread the Word!If you loved this episode, subscribe, rate, and review! Algorithms are needier than all our ex-boyfriends combined, and I need all the help I can get. Tits up, ears open—let’s go build something epic. Want to go deeper with me? Check out The Posing Method or get on the Mastermind Waitlist which opens again in January. Show Sponsor: PASS PASS is the modern gallery system for photographers who want to look like a luxury brand and sell like one, too. From digital delivery to premium print products, PASS makes it easy to automate passive income with curated packages and pre-built marketing flows—all inside a beautifully designed gallery system. Save $250 with Jodi’s link: Click here to get started with PASS

Okay Posers… I’m telling on myself in this one. This episode is all about a mistake I made in my business that cost me over $3,000 (plus hours of my time and the loss of a really great assistant). And the worst part? I thought I was being smart. Efficient. Resourceful. Spoiler: I wasn’t. I was being comfortable. In this episode, I’m sharing what happened when I tried to shortcut my way into social media strategy by expanding my assistant’s role instead of hiring a real pro... and what that mistake taught me about leadership, boundaries, and the danger of choosing ease over clarity. We’re also diving into the 5 Things Photographers Have No Business Doing In Their Business: Editing (I don’t care how attached you are) Bookkeeping + taxes (unless you want to fight the IRS) Album design (you are not the only one who's good at this) Print sales (aka PASSive income… see what I did there?) Social media (because “posting pretty” ≠ strategy) PLUS: I’m breaking down exactly how I bring in thousands in print sales each year with zero effort by handing off the marketing, customer service, fulfillment, and even abandoned carts. If you’ve ever wondered how to set up your print shop the right way, you can literally just have mine. Sign up for that here: https://success.passgallery.com/jodianne-platinum-referral This one is personal. It’s raw. And it’s here to remind you that spending money you don’t feel “ready” to spend… might be the exact decision that you need to make to move forward. Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome to the Posers Podcast 00:46 Funny Memes and Relationship Dynamics 04:44 A Big Business Mistake 05:26 The Importance of Outsourcing 14:11 Outsourcing Essentials for Photographers 21:17 The Power of Print Sales 27:43 Social Media Management: A Necessary Investment 29:49 Final Thoughts and Farewell 🔗 Connect with Jodi:📸 Website📷 Instagram 📣 Help Spread the Word!If you loved this episode, subscribe, rate, and review! Algorithms are needier than all our ex-boyfriends combined, and I need all the help I can get. Tits up, ears open—let’s go build something epic. Want to see how Jodi uses posing to drive emotional buy-in and bigger sales? CLICK HERE to get The Posing Method 🚨The Mastermind waitlist is officially open for January 2026!  Jodi’s current round is sold out (and oversold), but the next cohort launches in January—and it will fill up fast.  Click here to join the waitlist and be the first to know when doors open. Show Sponsor: PASS PASS is the modern gallery system for photographers who want to look like a luxury brand and sell like one, too. From digital delivery to premium print products, PASS makes it easy to automate passive income with curated packages and pre-built marketing flows—all inside a beautifully designed gallery system. Save $250 with Jodi’s link: Click here to get started with PASS

I said what I said. In this episode, I’m popping off about the epidemic I’m seeing all over our industry—and yeah, I’m calling it an epidemic: photographers hiding behind pretty, Pinterest-perfect work that’s missing the power, the soul, and the luxury they think they’re selling. This one started as an Instagram Story rant. Then I realized: I had more to say. So I marched my sassy little self up to the studio, hit record, and let it rip. Because we’re not here to play small. We’re here to create work that stops people in their tracks. And your overexposed, beige-sweatered, blown-out edits? They’re not doing that. ⚡️ In this episode, I get into: The very real difference between “light & airy” and “blown out & bland” Why consistency ≠ luxury How I helped a mastermind client triple her perceived value—in 30 minutes The truth about why your $300 images will never attract a $3,000 client What most photographers are getting very wrong about Instagram grids Why hiding behind pretty is keeping you stuck—and what to do instead If you’ve been feeling the nudge to go bolder, take risks, and finally create the kind of art your dream clients will pay top dollar for… this is your permission slip. Also? Bring back your shadows, babe. Please. Timestamps: 00:37 A Sassy Start to the Day 01:51 The Epidemic in the Photography Industry 03:21 The Power of Perception and Branding 05:47 A Case Study in Transformation 10:03 The Light and Airy Debate 13:38 A Call to Action for Photographers 15:44 Wrapping Up and Signing Off 🔗 Connect with Jodi:📸 Website📷 Instagram 📣 Help Spread the Word!If you loved this episode, subscribe, rate, and review! Algorithms are needier than all our ex-boyfriends combined, and I need all the help I can get. Tits up, ears open—let’s go build something epic. Want to see how Jodi uses posing to drive emotional buy-in and bigger sales? CLICK HERE to get The Posing Method 🚨The Mastermind waitlist is officially open for January 2026! Jodi’s current round is sold out (and oversold), but the next cohort launches in January—and it will fill up fast. Click here to join the waitlist and be the first to know when doors open. Show Sponsor: PASS PASS is the modern gallery system for photographers who want to look like a luxury brand and sell like one, too. From digital delivery to premium print products, PASS makes it easy to automate passive income with curated packages and pre-built marketing flows—all inside a beautifully designed gallery system. Save $250 with Jodi’s link: Click here to get started with PASS

The crash out that you and Huda from Love Island have in common. Let’s talk about that dreaded moment: you’re mid-shoot, the light is perfect, your clients are waiting, and your brain? Completely blank. Yep—been there. More than once. In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly why this happens, and it’s not because you’re unprepared or unprofessional. It’s your nervous system doing its job—protecting you under pressure. But here’s the good news: you can rewire that response. I’m walking you through the brain science behind going blank during a session, how “amygdala hijack” shows up behind the camera, and what to do when your prefrontal cortex decides to peace out just when you need it most. Plus, I’m sharing how my method trains you to regulate yourself and your clients before posing even begins—so that the shoot flows, your confidence stays intact, and your clients leave obsessed with both their photos and the experience. We’re talking: How your stress hormones hijack creativity Why shot lists fail you mid-shoot The psychology of posing that actually works My favorite client story from a student who went from panicked to powerful And yes, a full Love Island breakdown because… obviously 👀BONUS TRAINING: Want the 3-sentence formula that regulates your clients and makes awkwardness disappear like a bombshell at recoupling? Watch the bonus video RIGHT HERE. 💌Not on the newsletter list yet? JOIN HERE so you never miss an episode, a strategy, or a spicy reality TV metaphor. If you’ve ever walked away from a session thinking, “I should’ve done better…” this episode is your lifeline. You’re not broken—you’re just overdue for a better method. Timestamps: 00:35 Love Island and Photography 01:43 The Love Island Recap 04:54 Relating Reality TV to Photography 08:13 Understanding Photographer Panic 10:57 The Solution to Mid-Shoot Panic 13:22 Student Success Stories 15:20 Conclusion and Bonus Content 17:15 Final Thoughts and Farewell 🔗 Connect with Jodi:📸 Website📷 Instagram 📣 Help Spread the Word!If you loved this episode, subscribe, rate, and review! Algorithms are needier than all our ex-boyfriends combined, and I need all the help I can get. Tits up, ears open—let’s go build something epic. Want to see how Jodi uses posing to drive emotional buy-in and bigger sales? CLICK HERE to get The Posing Method 🚨The Mastermind waitlist is officially open for January 2026!  Jodi’s current round is sold out (and oversold), but the next cohort launches in January—and it will fill up fast.  Click here to join the waitlist and be the first to know when doors open. Show Sponsor: PASS PASS is the modern gallery system for photographers who want to look like a luxury brand and sell like one, too. From digital delivery to premium print products, PASS makes it easy to automate passive income with curated packages and pre-built marketing flows—all inside a beautifully designed gallery system. Save $250 with Jodi’s link: Click here to get started with PASS