Get Booked: A Photography Marketing Podcast

We're looking for photographers to be featured on future Mini Mentoring episodes! Click this link to throw your name in the hat!  Mini Mentoring is a series where Alison & Melissa get the low down on a real life business owner in need of more business. Whether that's because they've relocated, or pivoted niches we're walking through their business can giving them our recommendations to get booked.   Relocating your photography business doesn't have to feel like driving off a cliff without knowing where you'll land. We sat down with Christian Grant, a family photographer moving from Chattanooga to the Atlanta area this summer, and walked through exactly how to transition smoothly without losing momentum—or clients—in either location. On this episode: Strategic SEO keyword planning when moving to a new market Maximizing bookings and creating scarcity before a big move Leveraging free sessions and collaborations to establish yourself in a new city Running a photography business in two locations at once might sound overwhelming, but with the right game plan, you can maintain your current client base while building traction in your new market. Whether you're switching up your blog posts, timing your big announcement, or figuring out how to juggle both locations, this episode breaks down the exact steps to make your transition work.   Looking for fresh content ideas to boost your SEO? Grab our 35 Blog Post Topics to keep your content calendar full while you're managing the chaos of a move. Ready to strategize your own business transition? Book a free 15 minute discovery call and let's map out your next steps together. Join Alison's LIVE workshops tackling client communication, pricing, blogging and more. Get on the waitlist to get the details first! Links: Join Alison's LIVE workshops Get on the email list Leave a review in Apple or on Spotify @alisonbellphotog @‌pictureperfectrankings Used #getbookedpodcast on socials!

Managing a homeschool and business from home requires more than just hustle—it requires strategic systems, clear boundaries, and the confidence to prioritize what matters most. We sat down with operations expert and fellow military spouse Mikel Dyer to talk about the real-life strategies that make it possible to be both a present homeschool mom and a thriving business owner. From setting working hours that protect your family time to batching tasks by energy level, this conversation is packed with actionable insights for ambitious moms who refuse to choose between motherhood and entrepreneurship. Mikel Dyer is an Operations Strategist and founder of Adroitly & Co. She helps founders build businesses that support their life, not consume it, through clear frameworks and steady partnership. She's a 2‑time business owner and the creator of Founders At Home, a space dedicated to leaders growing businesses while nurturing family and home.   On This Episode: Setting boundaries and client expectations as a homeschool entrepreneur Systemizing your day to maximize productivity without burnout The "systemize, prioritize, remove" framework for sustainable business growth   Tired of being invisible on Google? Learn the 5 SEO mistakes keeping photographers from getting found (and how to fix them) in Melissa's free masterclass: https://pictureperfectrankings.com/mistakes Join Alison's LIVE workshops tackling client communication, pricing, blogging and more. Get on the waitlist to get the details first! Ready to streamline your content? Melissa's got you covered with her 35+ Blog Post Topics freebie—grab them now. Looking for your next clients? Grab Alison's list of 39 FREE ways to get more bookings—no ads required. Links: Workshop Waitlist with Alison Try WhisperFlow - get a free month with this link Mikel's Treadmill Desk Attachment Leave a review in Apple or on Spotify Find Alison on IG @‌alisonbellphotog Find Melissa on IG @‌pictureperfectrankings Used #getbookedpodcast on socials!

How to Generate Income During Photography Slow Season We're diving into creative ways photographers can monetize their downtime and turn their "sawdust"—those byproducts of your primary business—into real revenue streams. Whether you're facing seasonal slumps or looking to diversify your income, there's something here for every photographer. On this episode: Studio rental opportunities and side income ideas Local business partnerships and product photography gigs Associate shooting and volume photography strategies Here's what we cover: The beauty of these income streams? You don't have to advertise them as part of your main brand. Create a sub-brand, keep it quiet, or use your existing client list. Many of these started as temporary fixes and became legitimate revenue sources. From renting your studio or home on peer-to-peer platforms to shooting headshots, Google My Business photos, and volume work—you've got options whether you're fully booked or in a slump. Want to dig deeper into restructuring your business for sustainable income? Grab a free 15 minute discovery call with Alison to talk through what might work for your specific situation.   Get Booked is for ambitious female photographers and service providers who are restructuring, relocating, or scaling their businesses while managing the demands of family life. Real talk, real strategies, real results. Tired of being invisible on Google? Learn the 5 SEO mistakes keeping photographers from getting found (and how to fix them) in Melissa's free masterclass: https://pictureperfectrankings.com/mistakes Ready to streamline your content? Melissa's got you covered with her 35+ Blog Post Topics freebie—grab them now. Looking for your next clients? Grab Alison's list of 39 FREE ways to get more bookings—no ads required. Links: Get on Alison's email Waitlist for Live Workshops Leave a review in Apple or on Spotify 5 SEO Mistakes Killing Your Photography Business Webinar Download 39 FREE Ways to Get More Clients Get Melissa's Free Blog Post Topics Find Alison on IG @‌alisonbellphotog Find Melissa on IG @‌pictureperfectrankings Used #getbookedpodcast on socials!

Its our 2-year podcast anniversary! Diving into one of the most crucial business practices for photographers: using the slow season to refine & review workflows and systems. If you're wondering how to streamline your photography business workflows during slow seasons, this episode is packed with practical strategies for reviewing and refining everything from client onboarding to product offerings. On this episode: Using the slow season as your dedicated time to refine workflows and systems (not just working in your business, but working on it) Updating top-performing content like blog posts, lead magnets, and email sequences to keep them relevant and converting Identifying what to delegate to a VA—and how to train them during slow season, not busy season Ready to tackle your systems during slow season? Join Alison's LIVE workshops tackling client communication, pricing, blogging and more. Get on the waitlist to get the details first! Get the FREE Funnel worksheet to see where your marketing is lacking.  Tired of being invisible on Google? Learn the 5 SEO mistakes keeping photographers from getting found (and how to fix them) in Melissa's free masterclass: https://pictureperfectrankings.com/mistakes Thinking about a pivot or transition in your photography business? Book a free 15 minute discovery call with Alison to talk through your next move. Ready to streamline your content? Melissa's got you covered with her 35+ Blog Post Topics freebie—grab them now. Looking for your next clients? Grab Alison's list of 39 FREE ways to get more bookings—no ads required. Links: Get on Alison's email Waitlist for Live Workshops Leave a review in Apple or on Spotify 5 SEO Mistakes Killing Your Photography Business Webinar Download 39 FREE Ways to Get More Clients Get Melissa's Free Blog Post Topics Find Alison on IG @‌alisonbellphotog Find Melissa on IG @‌pictureperfectrankings Weddingworkflows.com use code ALISONBELL for a free week.  Episode 68: Hotels & Hustle: Workcation to get it done Used #getbookedpodcast on socials!

Last call! Map Out Your Marketing pop-up workshop with Alison is on February 4th—60 minutes to get your entire year planned so you can stop reactive marketing and start getting booked. Get all the details here! DM Alison on Instagram @‌alisonbellphotog with questions ________________________   We're diving into the backend systems that keep a photography business running smoothly—because staying organized with photo file organization systems isn't just about tidiness, it's about saving time and reducing stress when you're juggling client work, blogging, and marketing content. Whether you're restructuring your business or relocating, having a clear system for organizing your client files, financial records, and marketing assets is non-negotiable. On this episode: Client folder systems and naming conventions Financial organization and bookkeeping workflows Marketing assets and brand elements management   Tired of being invisible on Google? Learn the 5 SEO mistakes keeping photographers from getting found (and how to fix them) in Melissa's free masterclass: https://pictureperfectrankings.com/mistakes Thinking about a pivot or transition in your photography business? Book a free 15 minute discovery call with Alison to talk through your next move. Ready to streamline your content? Melissa's got you covered with her 35+ Blog Post Topics freebie—grab them here: https://35topics.com Looking for your next clients? Grab Alison's list of 39 FREE ways to get more bookings—no ads required: https://mentor.alisonbellphotographer.com/freebie Links: Leave a review in Apple or on Spotify 5 SEO Mistakes Killing Your Photography Business Webinar Download 39 FREE Ways to Get More Clients Get Melissa's Free Blog Post Topics Find Alison on IG @‌alisonbellphotog Find Melissa on IG @‌pictureperfectrankings Used #getbookedpodcast on socials!

Map Out Your Marketing pop-up workshop with Alison is on February 4th—60 minutes to get your entire year planned so you can stop reactive marketing and start getting booked. Get all the details here! DM Alison on Instagram @‌alisonbellphotog with questions ________________________ We're breaking down exactly why image SEO for photographers matters and giving you the actionable steps to stop sabotaging your website's performance while increasing visibility in Google image search where real clients are actually looking for you. On this episode: File naming strategies that actually drive SEO traffic Image sizing and compression techniques to improve page speed Alt text best practices without keyword stuffing If you're ready to optimize every image on your website and finally show up in Google image search, Melissa has created an image optimization checklist to grab—it's a simple download you can print and reference anytime you're uploading to your blog or exporting images. Join Alison for a free 15 minute discovery call to discuss if this workshop is the right fit for you, or reach out on Instagram @‌alisonbellphotographer to get on the email list for workshop details.   Tired of being invisible on Google? Learn the 5 SEO mistakes keeping photographers from getting found (and how to fix them) in Melissa's free masterclass: https://pictureperfectrankings.com/mistakes Ready to streamline your content? Melissa's got you covered with her 35+ Blog Post Topics freebie—grab them here: https://35topics.com Looking for your next clients? Grab Alison's list of 39 FREE ways to get more bookings—no ads required: https://mentor.alisonbellphotographer.com/freebie Links: Leave a review in Apple or on Spotify 5 SEO Mistakes Killing Your Photography Business Webinar Download 39 FREE Ways to Get More Clients Get Melissa's Free Blog Post Topics Find Alison on IG @‌alisonbellphotog  Find Melissa on IG @‌pictureperfectrankings Used #getbookedpodcast on socials!

We're sharing how we're actually using AI in our photography businesses—from client meetings to content creation to email writing. If you're not an early adopter, this episode shows you practical, real-world ways to use AI to enhance your work without replacing your personal touch. On this episode: Practical AI tools for recording meetings, taking notes, and capturing client consultations Creating SEO-optimized alt text and polishing written content with AI assistance Using voice memos and transcription to turn spoken ideas into blog posts and emails Tools & Resources Mentioned Fathom records your meetings and generates notes automatically, so you can stay focused on your clients instead of typing during consultations. For creating content from voice, Google Meet with Gemini lets you transcribe your live videos and turn them into written format for blogs, emails, or emails for your audience. Claude and ChatGPT are both powerful for refining alt text, rewriting copy with your brand voice, organizing client questions for FAQs, and turning transcripts into content. Important Reminder While AI is a powerful tool to make your life easier, always review and personalize AI-generated content. Your voice, stories, and personality are what connect with your clients and set you apart from other photographers. Never post AI content without double-checking for accuracy and adding your unique perspective. Get Personalized Guidance If you're overwhelmed figuring out where to start with your website and content strategy, Melissa has created 35 Blog Post Topics to help you build a foundation that connects with your audience. For one-on-one conversation about your photography business goals, Alison offers a free 15 minute discovery call to help you map out your next steps.   Tired of being invisible on Google? Learn the 5 SEO mistakes keeping photographers from getting found (and how to fix them) in Melissa's free masterclass: https://pictureperfectrankings.com/mistakes   Looking for your next clients? Grab Alison's list of 39 FREE ways to get more bookings—no ads required: https://mentor.alisonbellphotographer.com/freebie Links: Leave a review in Apple or on Spotify 5 SEO Mistakes Killing Your Photography Business Webinar Download 39 FREE Ways to Get More Clients Get Melissa's Free Blog Post Topics Find Alison on IG @‌alisonbellphotog https://www.instagram.com/alisonbellphotog/ Find Melissa on IG @‌pictureperfectrankings Used #getbookedpodcast on socials!

Big News: We're officially Get Booked: A Photography Podcast as of January 12, 2026! Same hosts, same real talk about building profitable photography businesses, new name that reflects our mission to help you get booked with your ideal clients. If you've been struggling with setting quarterly business goals that actually stick, you're not alone. We're kicking off the new year (and our new podcast name!) by sharing our Q4 wins, misses, and what we're tackling in Q1 2026 for our photography and mentoring businesses. Want these notes sent to you? Sign up here! On this episode: Quarterly goal review and accountability Scaling photography businesses for profit over revenue Destination photography and mentoring offerings Tired of being invisible on Google? Learn the 5 SEO mistakes keeping photographers from getting found (and how to fix them) in Melissa's free masterclass: https://pictureperfectrankings.com/mistakes Thinking about a pivot or transition in your photography business? Book a free 15 minute discovery call with Alison to talk through your next move. Ready to streamline your content? Melissa's got you covered with her 35+ Blog Post Topics freebie—grab them here: https://35topics.com Looking for your next clients? Grab Alison's list of 39 FREE ways to get more bookings—no ads required: https://mentor.alisonbellphotographer.com/freebie Links: Leave a review in Apple or on Spotify Move Your Business Checklist Get show notes emailed to you here Blog Post Topics @alisonbellphotog @‌pictureperfectrankings        

This will be same show, same content, and same purpose, just with a new look and new name. Listen in to hear why we decided to change it!     Links: Leave a review in Apple or on Spotify 5 SEO Mistakes Killing Your Photography Business Webinar Download 39 FREE Ways to Get More Clients Get Melissa's Free Blog Post Topics Find Alison on IG @‌alisonbellphotog Find Melissa on IG @‌pictureperfectrankings Keepitmovingpod.com Used #keepitmovingpod on socials!

We're breaking down the common photography website redesign mistakes that tank your Google rankings—and how to protect your SEO while giving your site a fresh look. Whether you're changing platforms entirely or just updating your design, this episode covers the strategic planning and technical steps you need to know. On this episode: Planning your redesign strategy before you start rebuilding Preserving headers, redirects, and internal linking structure for SEO protection Submitting sitemaps and cleaning up old code and pop-up forms Tools & Resources Mentioned Use Go Full Page Chrome plugin to screenshot your entire website before redesigning—this captures all your copy, headers, and layout so you don't lose important content during the transition. The Pretty Links plugin makes it easy to set up redirects and preserve your internal linking structure, which is crucial for maintaining your SEO rankings when URLs change. Check out Melissa's Website Redesign SEO Checklist if you are planning a redesign this season. Stay ahead of the mistakes and keep your rankings!   Tired of being invisible on Google? Learn the 5 SEO mistakes keeping photographers from getting found (and how to fix them) in Melissa's free masterclass: https://pictureperfectrankings.com/mistakes Thinking about a pivot or transition in your photography business? Book a free 15 minute discovery call with Alison to talk through your next move. Ready to streamline your content? Melissa's got you covered with her 35+ Blog Post Topics freebie—grab them here: https://35topics.com Looking for your next clients? Grab Alison's list of 39 FREE ways to get more bookings—no ads required. Links: Leave a review in Apple or on Spotify 5 SEO Mistakes Killing Your Photography Business Webinar Download 39 FREE Ways to Get More Clients Get Melissa's Free Blog Post Topics Find Alison on IG @‌keep.it.moving.podcast Find Melissa on IG @‌pictureperfectrankings Keepitmovingpod.com Used #keepitmovingpod on socials! About Keep It Moving: A podcast for ambitious female photography business owners who are restructuring, relocating, or scaling their operations while juggling it all. We're here to help you do business better.  

We're sharing why hiring a photography business coach is one of the best investments for your business—and exactly how to find the right fit for your specific needs. On this episode: Finding a coach: podcasts, recommendations, and being open to unexpected opportunities How to vet a coach before hiring Different coaching models: one-on-one, group coaching, and masterminds Looking for More Guidance? If you're overwhelmed about where to start with your website strategy and content, Melissa has created 35 Blog Post Topics to help you build out your foundation. If you're considering coaching and want to explore your options, Alison offers a free 15 minute discovery call to discuss whether coaching is right for your photography business goals. About Keep It Moving: A podcast for ambitious female photography business owners who are restructuring, relocating, or scaling their operations while juggling it all. We're here to help you do business better. Links: Leave a review in Apple or on Spotify 5 SEO Mistakes Killing Your Photography Business Webinar Download 39 FREE Ways to Get More Clients Get Melissa's Free Blog Post Topics Find Alison on IG @‌keep.it.moving.podcast Find Melissa on IG @‌pictureperfectrankings Keepitmovingpod.com

This episode is a re-share of an interview we did with Sabrina on her podcast, Shoot It Straight. Sabrina is a fellow photographer and business educator. We talk a lot about navigation transitions in photography and in business. Its that "messy middle." Enjoy this bonus episode and as always, let us know what you think on the Gram.    Links: Leave a review in Apple or on Spotify Download 39 FREE Ways to Get More Clients Get Melissa's Free Blog Post Topics Find Alison on IG @‌keep.it.moving.podcast Find Melissa on IG @‌pictureperfectrankings  

We're looking for photographers to be featured on future Mini Mentoring episodes! Click this link to throw your name in the hat!  Mini Mentoring is a series where Alison & Melissa get the low down on a real life business owner in need of more business. Whether that's because they've relocated, or pivoted niches we're walking through their business can giving them our recommendations to keep it moving. Kristina Graff moved from New Mexico to Washington state two years ago - talk about a change of scenery! She's gone from fully booked in NM to struggling to fill short sessions in WA. She's a senior and family photographer offering digital files & print credit. Kristin has been working hard to restablish her Google rankings, but also needs to think creatively with her new seasonal constraints - more rain, more cold, more inside.  On this episode we talked about: Header structure on her homepage Struggling to fill events Seasonal marketing & quarterly planning Analyzing what is worth her time Automating backend sales  CRMs & gallery hosting   Thinking about a pivot or transition in your photography business? Book a free 15 minute discovery call with Alison to talk through your next move. Tired of being invisible on Google? Learn the 5 SEO mistakes keeping photographers from getting found (and how to fix them) in Melissa's free masterclass: 5 SEO Mistakes Killing Your Photography Business Masterclass Ready to streamline your content? Melissa's got you covered with her 35+ Blog Post Topics freebie—grab them here: https://35topics.com Looking for your next clients? Grab Alison's list of 39 FREE ways to get more bookings—no ads required: 39 Ways to Get New Clients - Alison Bell Links: Leave a review in Apple or on Spotify 5 SEO Mistakes Killing Your Photography Business Webinar Download 39 FREE Ways to Get More Clients Get Melissa's Free Blog Post Topics Find Alison on IG @‌keep.it.moving.podcast Find Melissa on IG @‌pictureperfectrankings Keepitmovingpod.com Used #keepitmovingpod on socials!

This is not a normal business episode. It may seem like left field for our norm, but in that waiting period of re-establishing yourself, your business, or niche, you need to live your life.  Amy's podcast, Conversations With a Hostess, is all about building community wherever you are through hosting. We discuss everything from Alison's personal background on holiday hosting to super easy, no-planning parties with the neighbors.  On this episode we chat: How to include your kids in party prep Small party ideas to meet your neighbors How moving challenges our holiday events Adapting to new communities  Amy is a podcaster from Conversations With A Hostess, running a small business while she's on Active Reserve orders.  Links: Find Amy on Instagram Leave a review in Apple or on Spotify Download 39 FREE Ways to Get More Clients Get Melissa's Free Blog Post Topics Find Alison on IG @‌keep.it.moving.podcast Find Melissa on IG @‌pictureperfectrankings Keepitmovingpod.com Use #keepitmovingpod on socials!

We're diving deep with Dolly DeLong, a family photographer and systems guru who learned how to scale her business while juggling motherhood and entrepreneurship. Dolly shares the exact frameworks and strategies that helped her build a thriving photography business without sacrificing her sanity—and she's breaking down how photography business systems can transform how you manage clients, marketing, and everything in between. On this episode: How to build backend systems, SOPs, and workflows that actually work for family photographers The PIGGFEL framework for strategic marketing and client launches Why your contact forms matter more than you think (and how to make them stand out) Dolly's Resources: Podcast: The Systems and Workflow Magic Podcast Free Training: Contact Forms That Wow Find her on The Gram Enji The Family Photographer's Marketing Society YouTube   Tired of being invisible on Google? Learn the 5 SEO mistakes keeping photographers from getting found (and how to fix them) in Melissa's free masterclass. Thinking about a pivot or transition in your photography business? Book a free 15 minute discovery call with Alison to talk through your next move. Ready to streamline your content? Melissa's got you covered with her 35+ Blog Post Topics freebie—grab them here: https://35topics.com Looking for your next clients? Grab Alison's list of 39 FREE ways to get more bookings—no ads required. Links: Leave a review in Apple or on Spotify 5 SEO Mistakes Killing Your Photography Business Webinar Get Melissa's Free Blog Post Topics Find Alison on IG @‌keep.it.moving.podcast Find Melissa on IG @‌pictureperfectrankings Sugar Studios Canva Templates The Canva Template Shop Keepitmovingpod.com Used #keepitmovingpod on socials!

We're breaking down SEO for photographers in plain English to show you why it matters so much for your business—because the people finding you through search spend the most money and book the easiest. On this episode: How to choose the right keywords your ideal clients are actually searching for Optimizing your homepage to clearly answer who you are, what you do, and where you serve Setting up Google Search Console and image SEO to drive consistent traffic Episodes from the show: 65: The Truth About AI 49: Our Favorite keyword Research Tool 43 Blog Better than a Bot 27 One Week of Marketing from a Blog Post 24 Blogging as Local Expert 22 Blog Categories & Tags 15 Blogging for Photographers 005 Keywords for High Performing SEO How to Set up Google Search Console for Photographers   Tired of being invisible on Google? Learn the 5 SEO mistakes keeping photographers from getting found (and how to fix them) in Melissa's free masterclass: https://pictureperfectrankings.com/mistakes Thinking about a pivot or transition in your photography business? Book a free 15 minute discovery call with Alison to talk through your next move. Ready to streamline your content? Melissa's got you covered with her 35+ Blog Post Topics freebie—grab them here: https://35topics.com Looking for your next clients? Grab Alison's list of 39 FREE ways to get more bookings—no ads required.   Links: Leave a review in Apple or on Spotify 5 SEO Mistakes Killing Your Photography Business Webinar Download 39 FREE Ways to Get More Clients Get Melissa's Free Blog Post Topics Find Alison on IG @‌keep.it.moving.podcast Find Melissa on IG @‌pictureperfectrankings Keepitmovingpod.com Used #keepitmovingpod on socials!

We're sharing our favorite business books to read during your holiday travels—the ones that actually changed how we run our photography businesses. Whether you're relocating, restructuring, or ready to scale, these books tackle pricing, marketing, niching, and making money as a photographer. On this episode: Website tools and platforms that make updates easy without hiring a designer Five must-read business books every photographer entrepreneur should read How to pick just one actionable idea from each book to implement immediately Top 5 Business Books for Photographers StoryBrand by Donald Miller Your brand isn't about you—it's about your client as the hero. This book teaches you how to clarify your messaging and why your website copy matters. Both of our websites are built on the StoryBrand framework. Marketing Made Simple by Donald Miller This is the practical how-to guide. Step-by-step instructions on website structure, lead magnets, email nurture sequences, and sales funnels. We keep this one dog-eared and highlighted. The Pumpkin Plan by Mike Michalowicz Helps you identify which niche you love AND which is most profitable. This book helped clarify that extended family sessions are our sweet spot—high energy, high value, high profitability. You're a Badass at Making Money by Jen Sincero All about money mindset. If you've struggled with pricing, worth, or believing you deserve to charge premium rates, this book addresses the psychology behind your blocks. Profit First by Mike Michalowicz A complete system for managing cash flow in your photography business. Especially valuable when relocating or when your tax structure changes. Re-read this as your business grows. Additional Books Worth Reading Jab, Jab, Right Hook by Gary Vaynerchuk - Social media strategy and content Atomic Habits by James Clear - Building systems and routines 100 Million Dollar Offers by Alex Hormozi - Creating irresistible service offers The E Myth Revisited by Michael Gerber - Systems for scaling Website Tool Mentioned Showit makes it easy for photographers to design and update their own websites without needing to hire a web designer. No coding required—it's like Canva for websites. Alison saw her SEO search results triple in six months after switching to Showit. Pro tip: Start with a template (find them on Etsy for $50 or in Showit's design library) rather than building from scratch. It's much faster and more effective. Get Your Strategy in Place If you're feeling overwhelmed about which business areas to focus on first, Melissa has created 35 Blog Post Topics to help you build content and identify what your audience is searching for. Ready to map out your photography business for a move or restructure? Alison offers a free 15 minute discovery call to discuss your goals and next steps. About Keep It Moving: A podcast for ambitious female photography business owners who are restructuring, relocating, or scaling their operations while juggling it all. We're here to help you do business better.

We're diving into the technical side of email marketing today because what's the point of crafting the perfect marketing email if it never actually reaches your clients? Let's talk about sender reputation, engagement strategies, and how to make sure your mini session announcements don't end up in digital purgatory. On this episode: Setting up email authentication and building sender reputation Warming up your email list with engaged subscribers Creating a consistent email schedule year-round   Tired of being invisible on Google? Learn the 5 SEO mistakes keeping photographers from getting found (and how to fix them) in Melissa's free masterclass: https://pictureperfectrankings.com/mistakes Thinking about a pivot or transition in your photography business? Book a free 15 minute discovery call with Alison to talk through your next move. Ready to streamline your content? Melissa's got you covered with her 35+ Blog Post Topics freebie—grab them here: http://35topics.com Looking for your next clients? Grab Alison's list of 39 FREE ways to get more bookings—no ads required: https://mentor.alisonbellphotographer.com/freebie Links: Leave a review in Apple or on Spotify 5 SEO Mistakes Killing Your Photography Business Webinar Download 39 FREE Ways to Get More Clients Get Melissa's Free Blog Post Topics Find Alison on IG @‌keep.it.moving.podcast Find Melissa on IG @‌pictureperfectrankings Keepitmovingpod.com Used #keepitmovingpod on socials!

We're back with another quarterly check-in where we're sharing what's working, what we've let go, and how we're pivoting our businesses as we head into the new year. Spoiler: sometimes the best business move is knowing what not to do anymore. On this episode: Hiring support and building systems Letting go of offers that no longer serve you Shifting focus from revenue goals to profit Jessica Tutton Podcast - Ready Set Launch on Apple Wedding Workflows - Use code ALISONBELL to get  your first whole week FREE.    Tired of being invisible on Google? Learn the 5 SEO mistakes keeping photographers from getting found (and how to fix them) in Melissa's free masterclass: https://pictureperfectrankings.com/mistakes Thinking about a pivot or transition in your photography business? Book a free 15 minute discovery call with Alison to talk through your next move. Ready to streamline your content? Melissa's got you covered with her 35+ Blog Post Topics freebie—grab them here: https://35topics.com Looking for your next clients? Grab Alison's list of 39 FREE ways to get more bookings—no ads required: https://mentor.alisonbellphotographer.com/freebie Links: Leave a review in Apple or on Spotify 5 SEO Mistakes Killing Your Photography Business Webinar Download 39 FREE Ways to Get More Clients Get Melissa's Free Blog Post Topics Find Alison on IG @‌keep.it.moving.podcast Find Melissa on IG @‌pictureperfectrankings Keepitmovingpod.com Used #keepitmovingpod on socials!

We're looking for photographers to be featured on future Mini Mentoring episodes! Click this link to throw your name in the hat!    Mini Mentoring is a series where Alison & Melissa get the low down on a real life business owner in need of more business. Whether that's because they've relocated, or pivoted niches we're walking through their business can giving them our recommendations to keep it moving. Mollie Salazar is a wedding and family photographer moving from Texas to Florida and she's got tons of lead time! The stressor is that Mollie is the primary breadwinner for her family of 4 - including some expensive teenagers.  At the time of this recording, she'd already done a scouting trip (episode 10!), started blogging for the new location and already booked her first FL wedding! So what did she need us for? Not much! She's gotten a massive start as we always preach, but there's a few more things to keep the dominoes tipping her favor: Start collaborations with local vendors Double her prices Get wedding planners on her side   Links: Leave a review in Apple or on Spotify 5 SEO Mistakes Killing Your Photography Business Webinar Download 39 FREE Ways to Get More Clients Get Melissa's Free Blog Post Topics Find Alison on IG @‌keep.it.moving.podcast Find Melissa on IG @‌pictureperfectrankings Keepitmovingpod.com Used #keepitmovingpod on socials!