Welcome to the Wedding Atelier Podcastβyour go-to strategy book for building a profitable, stress-free wedding photography business. Each week, host Alora Rachelle, a successful wedding photographer turned business coach, shares proven strategies and insider secrets that are working right now to help you become a fully booked, high-earning photographer. Learn how to attract clients without feeling pushy, master marketing that works, and implement sales strategies that donβt rely on sleazy ta ...
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Ben Hartley, an award winning wedding photographer and photography business coach, talks with other industry experts about how to market + grow your photography business. Similar to The Business of Photography Podcast, PhotoBizX, Shine and Thrive, The Beginners Photography Podcast, Book More Clients Photography Podcast, Bokeh The Photography Podcast, Get Your Shoot Together, Photography Business Advice, The Photography Mentor, PetaPixel, Best Photography Podcast, The Photography Coach, Photo ...
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SFPP 289: Helping Seniors Feel Like the Main Character with Mary Vance
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44:01In this powerful and heart-forward episode, Ben and Noella sit down with Mary Vance, a lifestyle photographer and videographer who has carved out a unique space in the high school senior portrait world. Based in Raleigh, NC, Mary specializes in creating inclusive and empowering experiences for seniorsβespecially those who are neurodiverse or identiβ¦
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214. How to Get Inquiries this Week using Instagram with Social Templates
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40:37π² GET YOUR FIRST MONTH OF SOCIAL TEMPLATES FREE! π€³π½ After over a decade as a wedding photographer, Angela stepped away from the industry, burnt out and craving a slower pace of life as a young mom. During a year-long sabbatical, she naturally began helping other photographers with social media β and quickly saw the need for simple, stress-free contβ¦
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SFPP 288: Being the Artist and the Business Owner with Summer Grace
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45:39In this episode of The Six Figure Photography Podcast, Ben Hartley and Noella Andres sit down with the wildly creative and unapologetically strategic Summer Graceβan editorial wedding photographer and educator whose work blends soulful storytelling with savvy systems. Summer dives into her journey from photographing friends in high school to buildiβ¦
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213. 3 Things You Need Legally for Wedding Photographers with The Legal Paige
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45:50π©πΌββοΈ 40% OFF the entire TLP Shop + an extra $10 OFF with code: ALORA10 π π΅ Stock up on the contracts you need from May 19 - May 22, 2025! In this episode of the Wedding Atelier podcast, host Alora welcomes Paige, founder of The Legal Paige, to discuss essential legal aspects for wedding photographers. They delve into important contract clauses, thβ¦
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SFPP 287: Consistency Without Repetition Featuring Jason Vinson
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34:05This week, Ben Hartley and Noella Andres sit down with one of the most creatively consistent photographers in the industry β Jason Vinson. Known for his epic portraits and award-winning documentary work, Jason opens up about what it really takes to keep your work fresh, unique, and unmistakably yours β even when youβre shooting the same venues and β¦
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SFPP 286: How to Build a Personal Brand as a Wedding Photographer (That Actually Books Clients!) with Lilly Red
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48:34Your work is beautiful β but in todayβs world, itβs not enough. In this episode, Ben Hartley and Noella Andre sit down with powerhouse husband-and-wife duo Lilly and Vic of Lilly Red to talk about the real secret to standing out in the wedding industry: building a personal brand and using social media with intention. From Lake Como to San Franciscoβ¦
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212. How to be Authentically Artistic with Miles Witt Boyer
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42:37In this episode of the podcast, Alora welcomes Miles Whitboyer, a distinguished wedding and commercial photographer based in Bentonville, Arkansas. Renowned for his cinematic storytelling and authenticity, Miles shares his valuable insights on maintaining artistic integrity and providing exceptional client experiences. The discussion delves into Miβ¦
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210. You Can Still Make $100k (This Year) inside Wedding Atelier
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34:34-- ποΈ Double your prices & get your weekends back: Apply for Wedding Atelier ποΈ Join the Wailist for Lab 35mm π Get my unhinged weekly emails: Off the Record π¬ Let's Connect on Insta βοΈ Rate & Review the podcast. Thank uu -xx π«Άπ½ - Apple - Spotify π‘ Resources: *Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai Edits Get a FREE Month of thβ¦
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SFPP 285: How to Make Instagram Reels Like a PRO with Angela Shae
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53:15Creating Reels can feel overwhelmingβbut it doesnβt have to be. In this episode of The Six Figure Photography Podcast, weβre joined by Angela Shae, founder of Social Templates, who shares her full Reels workflowβfrom organizing your camera roll to posting engaging content without burnout. Angela dives into her story of transitioning from a successfβ¦
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209. How Julia went from sending $6k to $12k proposals
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25:32In this episode, Alora welcomes special guest Julia, one of her alumni, who shares her inspiring journey from struggling with bookings to achieving rapid wins by raising her prices from $6k to $12k in just two months -- ποΈ Double your prices & get your weekends back: Apply for Wedding Atelier ποΈ Join the Wailist for Lab 35mm π Get my unhinged weeklβ¦
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208. How Khariza made $142k with Weddings (before going Full-time)
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19:55In this episode, host Alora welcomes a special guest, her alumni Khariza, to discuss her inspiring journey in building her growing wedding photography business while maintaining a full-time job. -- ποΈ Double your prices & get your weekends back: Apply for Wedding Atelier ποΈ Join the Wailist for Lab 35mm π Get my unhinged weekly emails: Off the Recoβ¦
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SFPP 284: Rebelling Against Luxury: The Truth About High-End Clients with Miles Witt Boyer
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49:48The word βluxuryβ gets tossed around like confetti in the photography world β but what does it actually mean? In this refreshingly honest episode, Ben Hartley and Noella Andres sit down with renowned wedding photographer Miles Witt Boyer to unpack what luxury really looks like in todayβs high-end market. Miles shares how he built a thriving weddingβ¦
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207. $10k Wedding Series: Pricing Strategies to Double Your Prices NOW
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23:01In this episode, host Alora wraps up the 10K wedding series with her favorite topic: the three crucial pricing strategies every wedding photographer needs to charge 10K for weddings. -- ποΈ Double your prices & get your weekends back: Apply for Wedding Atelier ποΈ Join the Wailist for Lab 35mm π Get my unhinged weekly emails: Off the Record π¬ Let's Cβ¦
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206. $10k Wedding Series: How to Attract Aligned Dream Wedding Couples Right Now
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18:07In this episode, host Alora discusses the current downturn in inquiries and how societal changes are affecting consumer behavior beyond the wedding industry. -- ποΈ Double your prices & get your weekends back: Apply for Wedding Atelier ποΈ Join the Wailist for Lab 35mm π Get my unhinged weekly emails: Off the Record π¬ Let's Connect on Insta βοΈ Rate &β¦
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205. How Jenn booked $38k in weddings in just two months
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23:55From Scientist to Full-Time Photographer: Jen's Inspiring Journey In this episode, host Alora speaks with Jen, one of her recent alumni, about her rapid and impressive success in transforming her side hustle into a fully-fledged photography business. Jen shares her experience of booking weddings, raising her prices, and making the leap from a corpoβ¦
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SFPP 283: Scaling Isnβt Always More: How To Grow Better, Not Bigger With Jamie Finlay
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37:50Scaling doesnβt always mean doing more. In fact, real growth often comes from simplifying, streamlining, and getting super clear on your purpose. In this episode of the Six Figure Photography Podcast, Ben Hartley and Noella Andres sit down with photographer, strategist, and Evolve Workshops co-founder Jamie Richins Findlay for a raw and refreshing β¦
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204. $10k Wedding Series: "The Market Being Saturated" is a Myth (here's why)
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15:19In this episode, Alora discusses the importance of creating an incomparable wedding photography business to stand out in the industry. She explains the concept of being 'incomparable' and debunks the myth of market saturation in the wedding photography market. Alora provides insights into industry growth statistics and shares strategies for positioβ¦
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SFPP 282: How AI Can Help Photographers Work Less + Earn More With Justin Benson
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43:28In this episode of the Six Figure Photography Podcast, Ben Hartley sits down with Justin Benson, co-founder of Aftershoot, to dive into the evolution of AI workflows in photography. From film beginnings to AI innovation, Justin shares how photographers can reclaim their time without sacrificing their signature style. Learn about the misconceptions β¦
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203. 5 Mindsets You Need to Build a Profitable Business (this year)
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12:35In this episode, host Alora kicks off a new series focused on helping wedding photographers book $10K weddings. The episode delves into the five crucial mindsets required to build a successful and profitable business. -- ποΈ Double your prices & get your weekends back: Apply for Wedding Atelier ποΈ Join the Wailist for Lab 35mm π Get my unhinged weekβ¦
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202. Rebrand Series: Official Brand Session Guide: Doβs and Donβts
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28:43In this episode, Alora shares her comprehensive guide on planning and executing a successful brand session. Reflecting on her recent brand shoot, she covers the challenges and lessons learned, providing practical tips and strategies to make the most of your session. 00:00 Introduction and Rebrand Exhaustion 02:17 Lessons from Past Brand Sessions 04β¦
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SFPP 281: Network Like a Pro: How To Get Seen, Booked, and Build Real Relationships With Angelica Pompy
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36:17In this episode of the Six Figure Photography Podcast, Ben and Noella sit down with the absolute powerhouse behind Pompy Portraits β Angelica Pompy. Based in Jacksonville, Florida, Angelica is not just a boudoir and maternity photographer β sheβs a movement. As a business coach for creative female entrepreneurs, she knows exactly how to turn converβ¦
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201. Getting Over Yourself: Embracing the Journey to Self-Growth
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11:51In this podcast episode, host Alora kicks off the mindset series by exploring the concept of 'getting over yourself' as requested by listeners. She shares personal insights inspired by her spring break experiences, explaining the psychological meaning of moving past excessive self-focus and perceived importance. 00:00 Introduction to the Mindset Seβ¦
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200. Why No One Is Booking Your Highest Package
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12:38Celebrating 200 Episodes & Mastering Pricing Strategies for Wedding Packages In this milestone episode, Alora celebrates the podcast reaching 200 episodes and almost 100K downloads. She reflects on the importance of taking breaks and consistency. In this episode, she dives into why clients aren't booking the highest-priced wedding packages. 00:00 Cβ¦
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199. Rebrand Series: Behind the Styling of a Brand
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13:15In this episode of the rebrand series, Alora discusses planning photo shoots, working with a personal stylist, and the importance of mindset for success. 00:00 Introduction to the Rebrand Series 00:22 Challenges of a Brand Session 01:12 Excitement for the Rebrand Launch 01:19 Student Success Stories 01:49 Planning Phase Two of the Program 02:39 Visβ¦
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SFPP 280: Get Delusional: How To Build A Profitable Photography Brand With Alora Rachelle
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36:55In this episode of the Six Figure Photography Podcast, Ben and Noella sit down with the incredible Alora Rachelle, a former wedding photographer turned business strategist who scaled her business from $10K to $100K in just two years. Sheβs the founder of The Wedding CEO and a total powerhouse when it comes to helping photographers raise their priceβ¦
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198. How to Avoid the Pricing Dead Zone in the Wedding Industry
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14:48In this podcast episode, Alora addresses common concerns about pricing for wedding photographers, including the fear of entering the 'pricing dead zone.' 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:48 Understanding the Pricing Dead Zone 04:30 Affordable and Average Pricing Tiers 07:01 Mid Luxury Pricing Insights 09:25 Luxury Pricing Strategies 13:28β¦
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SFPP 279: How To Stand Out On Instagram Featuring Jeff Chang
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53:54This week, weβre diving deep with the incredibly talented Jeff Chang, co-founder of The Apartment, International Wedding Photographer of the Year winner, and all-around photography genius. Jeff has spent 15 years capturing love stories across five continents, creating meaningful client experiences, and sharing educational content for photographers.β¦
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197. Rebrand Series: From Chaos to Creativity
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16:00In this episode, Alora walks listeners through the hectic yet exhilarating process of her rebrand journey. With plenty of personal anecdotes and useful advice, this episode is packed with inspiration for anyone considering a rebrand or looking to elevate their business. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:23 Life Updates and Personal Anecdotes 01:24 β¦
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SFPP 278: From Photographer To Partnerships. Meet The New Co-Host, Noella Andres
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26:42In this episode, I introduce you to the new co-host of the Six Figure Photography podcast, Noella Andres. Noella shares her journey from being a full-time photographer to running a marketing agency dedicated to helping photographers diversify their income streams. She breaks down the secrets to landing brand deals, building long-term relationships,β¦
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196. Build a Business While Raising Babies with Jamie & Alex
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44:22In this episode, Alora welcomes Jamie and Alex from Cameras & Carseats to discuss the unique challenges and joys of balancing motherhood with running a photography business. Jamie and Alex share personal experiences on managing their businesses during pregnancy and postpartum, emphasizing the importance of setting client expectations and prioritiziβ¦
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195. Rebrand Series: From Cursive Notes to Lavender Lattes
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14:03In this episode, Alora shares her rebranding journey for the Wedding CEO podcast while battling a lost voice. She dives deep into her passion for strategy, investments in various creatives, and how her unique handwriting became part of the brand. She discusses the importance of intentionality in sales and pricing and emphasizes empowering women entβ¦
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194. Building a Beautiful Life Through Business with Eden Strader
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41:47In this episode, Alora welcomes back Eden Strader, who shares her journey over the past two years, including her move from New York to Chicago, managing multiple businesses, and embracing her ADHD diagnosis. They discuss intentionality, personal discovery, and how one's business can be uniquely tailored to individual lives and needs. --- 00:00 Welcβ¦
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193. Rebrand Series: How WCEO is changing in 2025
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13:27In this episode of the Wedding CEO Podcast, host Alora provides an exciting update on the rebranding of the Wedding CEO program, explaining her vision for 2025. 00:00 Introduction and Personal Update 01:29 Changes to the Wedding CEO Program 02:24 Rebranding and Program Focus 02:50 Sales Strategy and Program Goals 05:27 Program Accessibility and Comβ¦
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192. How to Repurpose Your Content TODAY with Felly Day
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22:35Felly Day is the owner of a Content Repurposing Agency doing things a bitβ¦unprofessionally. Felly is big on ditching the "white picket fence" narrative and helping you create a life that provides real happiness by working smarter, not harder. That's where repurposing comes in, she loves to dig through your content and pull out all the little nuggetβ¦
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Welcome to a bonus episode of the podcast! In this first installment of the 'Rebrand' series, Alora takes us through her journey of rebranding. She highlights the importance of self-discovery, especially for those who tend to prioritize others over themselves. Alora offers valuable insights on finding and understanding your 'why' to maintain a stroβ¦
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190. How Neurodivergence is your Superpower with Nicole Leanne
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46:37In this informative episode, Alora chats with Nicole, a neurodivergent coach, photographer, and consultant, about her journey and how neurodivergence impacts her life and business. Nicole shares insights on identifying neurodivergence, the challenges it brings, especially with time management and self-care, and how to harness neurodivergent traits β¦
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In this episode, Alora announces a flash sale for her Wedding CEO program at the founder's rate before the price increases. She shares the program's evolution from a 4-month to a 12-month course designed to help students revamp their branding and boost their wedding business revenues. Alora highlights success stories, including students who quicklyβ¦
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189. How Comparison is Killing Your Creativity & How to Fix it
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14:33β¨ πͺ©TODAY THE PODCAST IS 5 YEARS OLD! πͺ© β¨ Enjoy this bonus mini-episode as a gift from me. Thank you for listening IYSM xx, Alora -- In this bonus episode of the Wedding CEO podcast, host Alora dives into the topic of how comparison can stifle creativity. She explains that constantly comparing your work or abilities to others can create self-doubt aβ¦
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188. Your New Instagram Strategy Makeover for 2025
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19:05In this episode of the Wedding CEO Podcast, Alora highlights Instagram's evolving role as a vital business tool, explaining how wedding photographers can optimize their grid to tell a complete wedding day story. She underscores the significance of a strong personal and brand story, community engagement, and the need to adapt to changing platforms. β¦
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187. 2025 Trend Predictions: Wedding Industry Edition
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23:10In this episode of the Wedding CEO podcast, Alora reveals her trend predictions for 2025 in the wedding industry. She states that micro weddings, documentary styles, bold fashion statements, and wedding weekends are rising. 00:00 Welcome to the Wedding CEO Podcast 00:33 Exciting Plans for 2025 01:22 The Journey of Rebranding 02:22 Mentorship and Suβ¦
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186. What I learned in 2024 (and what I'm focusing on)
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22:08In this episode of the Wedding CEO podcast, Alora provides an insightful recap of her transformative year in 2024. Tune in to hear more about her personal and professional growth, as well as her exciting plans for the future. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:04 Reflecting on 2024: A Year in Review 00:35 Transitioning to Online Education 02:49 Prioβ¦
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185. What I'm working on in 2025 (YAP Edition)
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29:06Reflections, Goals, and Exciting Plans for 2025 In this episode of the Wedding CEO Podcast, host Alora discusses her upcoming plans for the podcast and personal goals for 2025, including new hobbies, increasing her reading habits, journaling more consistently, and more. She also highlights the value of setting audacious goals and provides insight iβ¦
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184. Behind the scenes of our 70% off Black Friday Sale...
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17:30In this episode of the Wedding CEO podcast, Alora discusses the relaunching the Cinematic Editorial course, which will be available at a 70% off Black Friday discount. You will learn how to master flash, OCF, natural lighting, storytelling, and directing your couples with ease by your next session. 00:00 Welcome to the Wedding CEO Podcast 02:42 Blaβ¦
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183. If you want to double your prices in 2025 (listen up)
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14:19Answering Your Questions About the Wedding CEO Program Alora addresses frequent questions about the program in this bonus episode of the Wedding CEO podcast. Designed for female wedding photographers: Who haven't yet made their first $100K, Who want to double their prices Who want to book $10k weddings Listeners are encouraged to enroll before the β¦
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182. Jenna tripled her prices & made $60k in just 9 months in the TWC
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22:00In this episode of the Wedding CEO Podcast, host we welcome guest Jenna to share her inspiring journey. Jenna discusses her initial struggles with burnout, booking numerous weddings without seeing profits. After joining the Wedding CEO program she tripled her prices, booked her highest package, and can now make plans to become a mother. Jenna also β¦
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181. How Katie went from 9-5 side hustle to $117k in Weddings
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25:11In this episode, we welcome TWC alumni Katie, who shares her journey from working a 9-5, burned out while booking 20+ weddings a year to becoming a full-time, $100k wedding photographer. Katie discusses how joining the Wedding CEO helped her significantly raise her prices, reduce her bookings, and achieve six-figure revenue. She emphasizes the impaβ¦
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180. From Burnout to $100k+ Ali's Journey in the Wedding CEO
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34:28In this episode, a returning guest Allie shares her extraordinary journey in the wedding photography industry. After initially struggling with burnout and dissatisfaction, Allie joined the Wedding CEO program. With sheer determination, she revamped her business in just one month, resulting in a five-figure day. Allie discusses how the program transβ¦
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-- ποΈ Double your prices & get your weekends back: Apply for Wedding Atelier ποΈ Join the Wailist for Lab 35mm π Get my unhinged weekly emails: Off the Record π¬ Let's Connect on Insta βοΈ Rate & Review the podcast. Thank uu -xx π«Άπ½ - Apple - Spotify π‘ Resources: *Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai Edits Get a FREE Month of thβ¦
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178. How your Brand Story is going to save your photography business
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9:29-- ποΈ Double your prices & get your weekends back: Apply for Wedding Atelier ποΈ Join the Wailist for Lab 35mm π Get my unhinged weekly emails: Off the Record π¬ Let's Connect on Insta βοΈ Rate & Review the podcast. Thank uu -xx π«Άπ½ - Apple - Spotify π‘ Resources: *Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai Edits Get a FREE Month of thβ¦
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177. Why $100k is the standard for Photographers...
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13:42-- ποΈ Double your prices & get your weekends back: Apply for Wedding Atelier ποΈ Join the Wailist for Lab 35mm π Get my unhinged weekly emails: Off the Record π¬ Let's Connect on Insta βοΈ Rate & Review the podcast. Thank uu -xx π«Άπ½ - Apple - Spotify π‘ Resources: *Imagen Ai - Done for You Culling & Editing: Get 1500 FREE Ai Edits Get a FREE Month of thβ¦
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