Shifting Focus (How To Film Weddings)

Be the FIRST to know about my private Mastermind Group: https://johnbunn.myflodesk.com/mentorship   In this episode of the Shifting Focus Podcast, John Bunn sits down with Staci Brucks, a wedding photographer who grew her Instagram following to over 110,000 by doing something most people avoid. She stopped overthinking and started taking action. Instead of waiting for perfect posts, perfect captions, or perfect timing, Staci focused on consistency, alignment, and showing up as herself online. That single shift led to real momentum, brand deals, and sustainable growth without chasing trends or algorithms. • Why overthinking stalls growth • The difference between strategy and momentum • How consistency builds trust faster than perfection • Posting before you feel ready • Building relationships that create referrals • Using Instagram as a business tool, not a stress machine • Balancing creativity with professionalism • Creating efficient workflows • Working smarter with tools and systems • Staying aligned while you grow Follow Staci: Website https://stacibrucksphotography.com  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stacibrucks/  🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM  📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2  John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866  Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com  Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/  - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn  ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing:  http://bit.ly/46JuGyF  - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10 ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC  - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf  - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E  ⭐️ Lemlii -  CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl  Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe  - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ PlotLine Pro - AI Powered, Story First Filmmaking Tool - 3 Free days - https://www.plotline.pro/?via=john  ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ  - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://bit.ly/3HltJCj  ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE  - 50% off   The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors.   #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast   Chapters: 00:00 Staci's journey into photography 02:03 Transitioning from corporate to creative 04:58 Business model and client relationships 07:46 Pricing and wedding coverage 11:05 Finding the right clients 14:03 Marketing and momentum 16:57 Networking and referrals 23:15 The power of small gestures 26:04 Client relationships in action 27:00 Authentic social media strategy 34:51 Editing workflow and efficiency 43:55 Balancing art and business 52:49 Overcoming self doubt 57:35 Personal branding on social media 58:47 Building confidence 59:19 Authentic connections 59:22 Booking higher budget clients

Be the first to know when I launch my Mastermind Group: https://johnbunn.myflodesk.com/mentorship  Are you feeling stuck in the middle market? I am working on an exclusive 12 week Mastermind Group that launches in January. We are going to walk through the 3 areas of your business you need to be focused on in order to get unstuck from the middle. I guarantee this will show you the exact areas you are missing it, and give you the tools to take them to the next level, so you can stop getting vanilla work. Hit the link to be the first to know when it goes live: https://johnbunn.myflodesk.com/mentorship     In today's bonus episode, I sit down with Ryan Koral from the Grow Your Video Business Podcast and get interviewed by him. I think this episode is full of gold for you to really take into action in 2026. Also, be sure to check out Ryan's podcast here: https://www.studiosherpas.com/podcast  🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM  📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2  John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866  Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com    Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/  - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn  ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing:  http://bit.ly/46JuGyF  - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10 ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC  - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf  - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E  ⭐️ Lemlii -  CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl  Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe  - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ PlotLine Pro - AI Powered, Story First Filmmaking Tool - 3 Free days - https://www.plotline.pro/?via=john  ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ  - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf  - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://bit.ly/3HltJCj  ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE  - 50% off   The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors.   #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast

In this episode of the Shifting Focus Podcast, John Bunn sits down with Hello Tomorrow Films to unpack how great wedding films are built through story, not just cinematography. This conversation dives into how to develop a recognizable style, differentiate your brand in a competitive market, and build real relationships that fuel long-term success. The team also introduces Plotline Pro, an AI tool built specifically for filmmakers that helps uncover story hidden inside long-form audio. By organizing dialogue, identifying speakers, and revealing story structure, Plotline Pro gives filmmakers a faster and clearer way to shape narrative without sacrificing creativity or emotion. Whether you are refining your voice, rebuilding momentum, or looking for better systems inside your workflow, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at how one brand has built a business rooted in story, relationships, and intentional creativity. Check out Plotline Pro: https://www.plotline.pro/?via=john  If you are looking for mentorship and a small group of creatives who are serious about building a business with clarity and direction, get on the waitlist for my online mastermind. Send an email to john@johnbunnfilms.com  with the subject line MENTORSHIP or join the waitlist here: https://johnbunn.myflodesk.com/mentorship  Follow Hello Tomorrow Films: Website: https://www.hellotomorrow.ca/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellotomorrowfilms/  🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM  📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2  John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866  Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/  - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn  ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing:  http://bit.ly/46JuGyF  - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10 ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC  - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf  - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E  ⭐️ Lemlii -  CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl  Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe  - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ PlotLine Pro - AI Powered, Story First Filmmaking Tool - 3 Free days - https://www.plotline.pro/?via=john  ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ  - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf  - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://bit.ly/3HltJCj  ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE  - 50% off   The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Hello Tomorrow Films 01:18 Networking and building real relationships 16:02 Branding and identity in wedding filmmaking 18:55 Developing a unique style and creative voice 21:59 Navigating introversion in business 24:59 The balance between art and business 32:14 Building a strong brand 33:46 The role of story in wedding films 34:52 Introducing Plotline Pro 40:12 The development of Plotline Pro 42:36 User feedback and experience 44:22 AI and the future of filmmaking 47:15 Plotline Pro features 48:52 Final thoughts and community #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast

Nobody books you because you are good enough. They book you because they trust you. 📧 Sign up to learn about John's Private Mentorship Group by emailing john@johnbunnfilms.com In this episode of the Shifting Focus Podcast, John Bunn shares real stories from the last year of his business and shows why relationships, reliability, and reputation matter more than raw talent. This is not a theory episode. It is a look at how trust quietly compounds into better clients, higher level bookings, and long term momentum. John explains how one relationship can change everything, why slow money often turns into fast money, and how being dependable builds a brand that no algorithm can replace. If you are tired of chasing leads and want to build something that lasts, this episode will change the way you think about growth. 00:00 Why Trust Matters More Than Talent 02:18 Nobody Books You For Your Work 05:10 The Montana Wake Up Call 08:42 Every Booking Is a Branch 12:33 Slow Money Versus Fast Money 16:01 Reputation Travels Faster Than Marketing 19:47 Why Trust Pays Late But Pays Big 23:20 What Luxury Really Means 26:04 Dependable Beats Impressive 28:35 What Comes Next Key Takeaways Trust is what gets you chosen, not your work. Every wedding you book is a new branch on your business tree. Trust compounds silently until it suddenly shows up in big ways. Your reputation moves faster than any marketing strategy. Luxury is built on safety and reliability, not flash. Trust pays slowly at first and then multiplies later. The fastest way to grow is to be dependable, not impressive. Relationships work, they just do not work quickly. Being calm and steady on a wedding day builds your future. Trust is only one piece of a much bigger picture. 📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2 John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866   Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com   Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/ - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing:  http://bit.ly/46JuGyF - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10 ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E ⭐️ Lemlii -  CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://bit.ly/3HltJCj ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE - 50% off   The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors.   #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast

In this episode of the Shifting Focus Podcast, John Bunn pulls back the curtain on what really moves the needle when it comes to getting noticed, trusted, and booked by top wedding planners. Fresh off a packed wedding season and a retreat surrounded by elite planners, John unpacks the mindset shifts, the strategy, and the long-game approach that has helped him grow his business into the luxury space. This one is all about relationships, presence, value, and consistency. Not hacks. Not shortcuts. Just the intentional work that builds a brand planners want to refer again and again. John also shares a teaser for an upcoming mentorship experience designed for creatives ready to level up in 2025. Want to join my private mentorship group that is coming up? email john@johnbunnfilms.com  and say 'i want mentorship' to be added to the list for more info as soon as it is available. 🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM  📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2  John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866  Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com    Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/  - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn  ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing:  http://bit.ly/46JuGyF  - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10 ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC  - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf  - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E  ⭐️ Lemlii -  CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl  Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe  - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ  - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf  - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://bit.ly/3HltJCj  ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE  - 50% off   The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors.   00:00 Thanksgiving Reflections and Wedding Season Wrap-Up 02:23 Insights from the Wedding Crashers Retreat 05:30 Building Relationships with Wedding Planners 09:34 Adding Value to Planners: The Key to Success 12:23 The Importance of Reciprocity in Relationships 16:19 Playing Chess, Not Checkers 20:12 Showing Up Big on Wedding Days 23:31 Staying Top of Mind After the Wedding 27:22 Consistency and Presence in the Wedding Industry 31:08 Earning Your Way into Planner Circles 35:24 Mentorship and Future Opportunities     #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast

In this solo episode of Shifting Focus, I'm breaking down the exact steps I took to go from charging half my worth to securing $20,000 wedding bookings in just one year. This is the real behind-the-scenes story of how I rebuilt my business, redefined my brand, and committed to the kind of consistency that actually moves the needle.   I'm sharing the moment things shifted for me, starting with a $7,500 wedding that changed everything. Instead of seeing it as a setback, it became the catalyst that reignited my passion and reminded me what was possible when I treated every project as an opportunity.   We'll dig into how brand perception shapes your pricing, why consistency on social media matters more than ever, and how intentional networking opened the doors to planners and vendors who trusted me with bigger and better work. If you've ever felt stuck, undervalued, or unsure how to elevate your business, this episode is your roadmap.   What you'll learn: • How shifting your brand perception changes what you can charge • Why consistency on Instagram led to over a million monthly story views • How networking and in-person connections accelerated my bookings • The mindset shifts that helped me grow into a luxury creator • Why every project, even discounted ones, can build long-term momentum   Whether you're a filmmaker, photographer, planner, or any type of creative business owner, these lessons apply. This past year has proven that when you get intentional about your brand and how you show up, your business can transform faster than you think.   🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM   📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2 John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866   Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com   Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/ - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing:  http://bit.ly/46JuGyF - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10 ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E ⭐️ Lemlii -  CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://bit.ly/3HltJCj ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE - 50% off   The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors.   #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast

In this episode of Shifting Focus with John Bunn, we sit down with Jared Sullivan, the new leader of How to Film Weddings, to talk about the exciting next chapter for one of the most beloved communities in the wedding filmmaking world. Jared opens up about his 13-year journey as a filmmaker, how his YouTube channel began during COVID, and what inspired him to carry the legacy of How to Film Weddings forward. From the challenges of growing on YouTube to his vision for a fresh, community-driven future, this conversation is packed with insight for filmmakers, educators, and creatives alike. Subscribe to the new HTFW Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-how-to-film-weddings-show/id1664967619  🎥 Explore the new era of How to Film Weddings: [https://howtofilmweddings.com ](https://howtofilmweddings.com) 📸 Follow How to Film Weddings on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddings ](https://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddings) 🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM   📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2  John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866    Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com   Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/  - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn  ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing:  http://bit.ly/46JuGyF  - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10 ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC  - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf  - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E  ⭐️ Lemlii -  CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe  - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ  - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf  - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://bit.ly/3HltJCj  ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE  - 50% off   The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors.   #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast     00:00 Introduction and Background 02:35 Jared's Journey in Wedding Filmmaking 05:41 The Growth of How to Film Weddings Community 08:38 Transitioning Leadership: The Handoff 11:48 The Future of How to Film Weddings 14:41 Jared's Vision and Plans 17:52 Community and Collaboration 20:41 Final Thoughts and Reflections

Behind the Details of Ultra Luxury Wedding Design In this episode John sits down with Mikyla Marie Manu of Ink & Press Co., a master stationer and calligrapher working at the highest tier of the wedding industry. They dive deep into what it means to craft ultra luxury weddings, the stationer's role from first concept to final piece, how event branding elevates the entire day, and why collaboration and emotional investment are key. Mikyla shares how she partners with planners and creatives to deliver refined, meaningful experiences that go far beyond paper. They talk about pricing with purpose, the magic of meticulous detail, balancing artistry and business, and why "done" can be better than "perfect" in practical creative work. Check out Mikyla's podcast here: [https://cultive.inkandpressco.com/podcast](https://cultive.inkandpressco.com/podcast) Check out her course with promo code JOHNBUNN20 here: [https://cultive.inkandpressco.com/](https://cultive.inkandpressco.com/) Follow her on Instagram here: [https://www.instagram.com/inkandpressco/](https://www.instagram.com/inkandpressco/) Visit her website here: [https://inkandpressco.com/](https://inkandpressco.com )   🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM    📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2  John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866    Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com   Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/  - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn  ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing:  http://bit.ly/46JuGyF  - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10 ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC  - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf  - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E  ⭐️ Lemlii -  CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl  Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe  - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ  - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf  - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://bit.ly/3HltJCj  ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE  - 50% off   The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors.   Takeaways   Makayla is a stationer and calligrapher specializing in luxury weddings. Event branding is crucial in creating a cohesive wedding experience. Pricing for high-end stationery services can reach upwards of $75,000. Collaboration among vendors enhances the overall event experience. A stationer is involved from the beginning to the end of the wedding planning process. Attention to detail is essential in luxury wedding stationery. Done is better than perfect when it comes to creative work. Building relationships with planners is key to securing high-end clients. The emotional investment in ultra luxury events can be significant. Hands-on creation is a rewarding aspect of being a stationer.   Chapters   00:00 Introduction to Event Branding and Stationery 04:54 The Role of a Stationer in Weddings 07:56 Investment in Event Branding 10:37 Collaboration with Wedding Planners 13:56 Building Relationships and Brand Voice 16:48 The Journey of a Stationer 18:17 Attention to Detail in Client Experience 35:42 Creating Memorable Hospitality Experiences 40:07 The Importance of Professionalism in Event Planning 42:59 Building Strong Vendor Relationships 49:38 Balancing Creativity and Business 56:14 The Artistic Journey and Personal Growth 01:00:31 Educational Resources and Community Engagement     #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast

Most creatives think breaking into the luxury wedding market is all about having the best work. But after nearly 20 years in the industry, I've learned that luxury isn't just about visuals. It's about the experience you provide. In this episode of Shifting Focus, I'm sharing the real lessons I've learned while leveling up my wedding filmmaking brand. From building deeper relationships with planners and vendors to curating a high-touch client experience, I'm diving into what actually moves the needle in high-end weddings.   We'll talk about:  • Why quality work alone won't get you into the luxury market  • How branding goes way beyond a logo  • The role networking and social media play in creating demand  • Why details and client care matter more than ever  • How to understand and attract your ideal high-end clients If you're ready to confidently step into the luxury space, and stay there, this one's for you. Subscribe for more weekly episodes on business growth, branding, and the creative mindset it takes to thrive in this industry.   🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM   📱 Instagram:  John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2  John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866  Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com   Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/  - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn  ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing:  http://bit.ly/46JuGyF  - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10 ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC  - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf  - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E  ⭐️ Lemlii -  CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl  Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe  - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ  - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf  - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://bit.ly/3HltJCj   ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE  - 50% off   The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors.   #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast   

In this episode of Shifting Focus, host John Bunn talks with Amanda Writesman, founder of The Bridal Theory, about how wedding creatives can master their marketing strategies heading into engagement season. They dive deep into how Instagram continues to evolve heading into 2026 and why it remains one of the most powerful platforms for visibility, connection, and brand growth. Amanda breaks down what's actually working on social media right now, how to build a strategic content plan, and how to use analytics and insights to create posts that convert. You'll also hear how to find the balance between creativity and business, how to market yourself without feeling salesy, and what every creative should be doing to prepare for the next engagement season. If you're a wedding photographer, videographer, planner, or creative entrepreneur who wants to grow your business on Instagram in 2026, this episode is packed with insights you can use immediately.  Connect with Amanda: Website: https://www.amandawritesman.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebridaltheory  🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM 📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2 John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866 Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/ - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing: http://bit.ly/46JuGyF - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10 ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E ⭐️ Lemlii - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://bit.ly/3HltJCj ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE - 50% off The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors. #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast

In this episode, I sit down with wedding photographer and podcast host Michael Cassara to talk about what it really takes to build a thriving business in today's creative industry. Michael shares his journey from leaving a corporate job to going all in on photography, how he navigated the challenges of the pandemic, and why client experience has been the key to his success. We also dig into the growth of his show, The Vendor Table, and how it has become more than just a podcast. It's a platform that connects and educates wedding professionals. Together, we talk about the balance between creativity and efficiency, juggling multiple ventures, and the importance of structure, self care, and community in this business. If you've ever struggled with burnout, felt torn between passion and process, or wondered how to keep growing without losing yourself in the noise, this conversation is for you. Check out Michael's website here: https://www.michaelcassara.me  Check him out on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/michaelcassaraphoto Follow the podcast here: https://www.thevendortable.com/ Check out The Vendor Table on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/thevendortablepod/ 🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM 📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2  John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866  Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/  - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn  ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing: http://bit.ly/46JuGyF  - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10 ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC  - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf  - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E  ⭐️ Lemlii - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl  Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ  - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf  - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://bit.ly/3HltJCj  ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE  - 50% off The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors.

In this episode of the Shifting Focus podcast, host John Bunn interviews photographer Danielle Ambry, who shares her journey from being a graphic designer to a successful wedding photographer. Danielle discusses her passion for education, her approach to pricing, and the importance of personal branding and social media in growing her business. She also delves into her expertise in flash photography, offering insights into her course designed to help photographers master this skill. The conversation highlights the significance of authenticity, audience engagement, and continuous learning in the creative industry. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielleambryphotography/ Website: https://danielleambryphotography.com/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DanielleAmbry  Flash Course: https://danielleambryphotography.com/flash-course  JOHNBUNN10 for 10% off 🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM 📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2  John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866  Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/ - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing: http://bit.ly/46JuGyF - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10 ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E ⭐️ Lemlii - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://bit.ly/3HltJCj ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE - 50% off The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors. Danielle emphasizes the importance of personal branding in photography. She shares her journey from graphic design to wedding photography. Pricing should reflect passion and connection with clients. Social media is a powerful tool for building relationships with clients. Flash photography can enhance images in challenging lighting conditions. Mistakes are valuable learning opportunities in photography. Engaging with the audience on social media builds trust and familiarity. Danielle's course on flash photography is designed for quick learning. Continuous learning and adaptation are key to success in photography. Danielle aims to create more digital products to balance work and family life. 

Katelyn James joins me on Shifting Focus to share how she went from shooting weddings in college to building a multi seven figure education platform. We dig into what it really takes to stay consistent, build trust with your audience, and create a brand that lasts. Katelyn opens up about the challenges behind success, the power of personal branding, and why embracing change is key to long term growth. Check out Katelyn's site here: https://katelynjames.com/  Take the 'Find Your Fix' Quiz: https://katelynjames.com/quiz Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/katelynjames/  and https://www.instagram.com/katelynjamesphotography/  🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM 📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2  John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866  Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com  Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/  - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing: http://bit.ly/46JuGyF  - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10 ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC  - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf  - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E ⭐️ Lemlii - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl  Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe  - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ  - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://bit.ly/3HltJCj ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE  - 50% off The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors. #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast

In this conversation, Sam Jacobson and John Bunn explore the transformative impact of AI on the wedding industry and small businesses. They discuss the evolution of AI from a novelty to a powerful tool that can enhance business operations, marketing, and client relationships. Sam emphasizes the importance of adapting to AI technology, using it as a team member, and leveraging data to make informed decisions. T he discussion also highlights practical applications of AI, including recruitment, sales processes, and personal branding, while stressing the need for maintaining the human element in business interactions.  Visit Sam's Website: https://ideactionconsulting.com/ Sam Jacobson is a business strategist and sales coach who helps wedding professionals fill their calendars with ideal clients at high prices. He's spent 18+ years obsessing over how to persuade couples to say "yes" - and pay more - with practical approaches using buyer psychology. In 2016, Sam started Ideaction Consulting to help wedding pros grow their businesses. Now they offer sales coaching/training, website copywriting and design, a sales and marketing mastermind for rising stars, and an interactive AI-powered sales skill lab. Last year, Sam partnered with Abby Jiu to open Duet Social Media, an agency for luxury wedding vendors who want strategy and content to drive growth. Check out his podcast, Own Your Business, to hear how you can use the science of sales to reach your full potential. Sam lives in the San Juan Islands, Washington with his family when he's not exploring the world on walking holidays.   🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM 📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2 John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866 Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/ - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing: http://bit.ly/46JuGyF - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10 ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E ⭐️ Lemlii - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://bit.ly/3HltJCj ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE - 50% off The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors. #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast Chapters 00:00 Introduction to AI in Business and Podcasting 03:44 The Evolution of AI: From Novelty to Necessity 06:55 Understanding AI's Role in the Wedding Industry 09:41 Practical Applications of AI for Wedding Professionals 13:01 Navigating AI: Skills and Strategies for Success 15:48 Leveraging AI for Recruitment and Client Insights 18:56 The Future of AI in Business and Personal Branding 21:54 Conclusion: Embracing AI for Growth and Success 37:35 Navigating AI's Role in Business 40:17 The Human Element in AI Utilization 43:30 Embracing Technology Without Losing Personal Touch 46:33 The Future of AI in Business

  In this episode I sit down with Bianca and Kyle Thompson from Oak and Iron Photography to talk about their journey in the wedding world. We dive into how they've built a business that blends creativity with great client communication, and how they balance classic wedding traditions with fresh, innovative ideas. They share how their style has evolved over time, why candid moments matter so much, and give real advice on avoiding burnout while still delivering work that truly connects with clients. Takeaways Your work should be so good that your personality is irrelevant. Don't visit Plymouth Rock. We want interesting photos for the wall. We like to make interesting photographs. Stay curious and hungry for what this can be. You can do this, don't let burnout get its grasps on you. Learning how to be creative is the process. We want to do everything that we're capable of. You need to lean into your general curiosity.   Keywords wedding photography, creative photography, Oak and Iron, Bianca and Kyle, photography tips, client communication, unique style, candid moments, photography techniques, avoiding burnout

Wedding photographers and videographers, it is time to shift your focus. In this episode of Shifting Focus, John Bunn sits down with educator and photographer Rachel Traxler to talk about why success in this industry goes far beyond just creating pretty photos. Rachel shares how she built a 6 figure business by leaning into the business side of her brand, from smart branding and marketing strategies to building funnels, creating lead generation tools, and scaling with intention. If you have ever wondered how to attract your dream clients, stand out in a crowded market, and grow a sustainable business, this conversation is packed with insight and practical takeaways you will not want to miss. Follow Rachel - * Website: Rachel Traxler Photography & Coaching — https://racheltraxler.com. * Instagram: @racheltraxler — https://www.instagram.com/racheltraxler/ * Gold Biz Podcast: The Gold Biz Podcast page — https://racheltraxler.com/goldbizpodcast * Gold Biz Podcast on Apple Podcasts — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gold-biz-podcast/id1553374027  🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM 📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2 John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866 Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bit.ly/4org7pP  - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing: http://bit.ly/46JuGyF  - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10 ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E ⭐️ Lemlii - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl  Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months)  ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe  - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ  - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf  - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://bit.ly/3HltJCj ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE - 50% off The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors. #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast

Get ready to challenge the status quo with Josh Huggett, Adelaide's most unapologetic and controversial wedding photographer. Known as "Australia's least professional wedding photographer" and the "cool wedding photographer," Josh throws out the rulebook, ditching suits for T-shirts and jeans, yet still books hundreds of weddings and commands over 600K followers across social platforms. In this episode of Shifting Focus Podcast, Josh speaks his mind, refusing to let industry norms dictate his vision. He shares why he opts for candid, real moments over posed perfection, how he approaches weddings like a friend rather than a hidden-by-the-bush dweeb, and how authenticity and energy have turned him into a global favorite. Tune in for fearless opinions, unfiltered perspectives on wedding photography, and a refreshing take on creativity and business. Links Website: Joshua Huggett Media Podcast: Tog Talk — search "Tog Talk with Josh Huggett" on your favorite platform Instagram: @imjoshhuggett   🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM  📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2  John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866  Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bit.ly/4org7pP  - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing: http://bit.ly/46JuGyF  - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10 ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC  - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf  - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E  ⭐️ Lemlii - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl  Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe  - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ  - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://bit.ly/3HltJCj ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE  - 50% off The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors. #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast

In this episode, John Bunn and Nick Miller discuss their recent transitions after parting ways from their joint venture, How to Film Weddings. They reflect on their individual journeys, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the importance of community support. Nick shares insights into his new podcast, Hotkeys, which aims to educate and inspire filmmakers, while John emphasizes the significance of adapting to change and pursuing new opportunities. The conversation highlights the value of collaboration and the excitement of exploring new creative avenues. Follow Nick's new podcast: https://thehotkeys.co/  🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM 📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2 John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866 Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bit.ly/4org7pP - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100  ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing: http://bit.ly/46JuGyF  - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10 ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC  - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E ⭐️ Lemlii - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl  Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe  - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ  - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf  - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://bit.ly/3HltJCj ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE  - 50% off The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors. Key Takeaways It's okay to shift your focus and try new things. Don't give up; find support in your journey. Change can lead to growth and new opportunities. Building a community is essential for success. Creating content requires understanding your audience. It's important to educate and inspire others in your field. Embrace the challenges that come with entrepreneurship. Finding the right people to collaborate with is crucial. Consistency in content creation is key to success. Reflecting on past experiences can guide future decisions.  

In this episode of the Shifting Focus podcast, John Bunn discusses the recent engagement of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelsey and the unrealistic expectations some wedding vendors have about booking high-profile clients. He emphasizes the importance of building a strong network, avoiding desperation marketing, and focusing on serving actual clients rather than chasing celebrity attention. John shares insights on the value of exposure, the ethics of working for free, and the need for wedding vendors to elevate their brands to attract high-end clients. Check out our outsourcing partners: https://john-bunn.com/outsourcing 🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM 📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2 John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866 Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com Sponsors and Affiliates:  ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bit.ly/4org7pP  - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing: http://bit.ly/46JuGyF  - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10 ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC  - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E ⭐️ Lemlii - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl  Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months)  ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe  - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ  - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf  - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://bit.ly/3HltJCj ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE  - 50% off The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors.

https://multiplysound.com/products/chptrs-film-score-collection - 30% off the new sound pack starting August 26th with promo code John30: https://multiplysound.com/?ref=evenpbbx In this episode of the Shifting Focus podcast, host John Bunn interviews Boomer from Multiply Sound and the duo Josh and Jerad from CHPTRS. They discuss their unique collaboration in creating a new sound pack tailored for filmmakers, emphasizing the importance of music in storytelling. The conversation covers Boomer's transition from wedding filmmaking to music creation, the challenges and risks involved in pursuing one's passion, and the educational components of their new product. The episode highlights the innovative approach to music for filmmakers and the excitement surrounding the launch of their sound pack. Follow Multiply Sound: https://www.instagram.com/multiply.sound/  Follow CHPTRS: https://www.instagram.com/wearechptrs/ Takeaways Boomer transitioned from music to videography and back to music. The collaboration between Chapters and Boomer aims to revolutionize sound for filmmakers. Music is a powerful tool for storytelling in film. Boomer's sound packs offer customization for filmmakers. The importance of education in using music effectively in filmmaking. Creativity often requires taking risks and following one's passion. The sound pack includes unique, human-performed sounds. Filmmakers can use the sound pack to create cohesive musical stories. The collaboration emphasizes quality and intentionality in sound design. The launch of the sound pack is an exciting opportunity for filmmakers. 🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM 📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2 John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866 Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bit.ly/4org7pP  - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing: http://bit.ly/46JuGyF  - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10 ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC  - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf  - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E ⭐️ Lemlii - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl  Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe  - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ  - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf  - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://bit.ly/3HltJCj ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE  - 50% off The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors. #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast Chapters 00:00 Meet the All-Star Lineup: Shifting Focus Podcast 04:00 Boomer's Journey: From Music to Videography 06:17 The Creative Partnership: Chapters' Formation 09:30 Boomer's Sound Packs: Revolutionizing Wedding Filmmaking 12:02 Taking Risks: Shifting Focus in Life and Career 15:15 Building Blocks of Music: Customization for Filmmakers 18:10 The Unique Sound: Human Elements in Music Production 21:07 The Collaboration: Chapters and Boomer's Partnership 26:59 Understanding the Product: What Filmmakers Can Do 27:56 Creating Music with Ease 31:19 Building Blocks of Sound Design 33:53 The Evolution of Musical Storytelling 37:24 Launching a New Sound Pack 41:28 Education and Empowerment in Music Composition 44:39 Creative Fulfillment and Personal Growth