Join in as Nikki Closser, a mentor in the Sue Bryce Education community, interviews photographers who manage successful portrait photography businesses from around the globe using the business model Sue Bryce teaches. Subscribe to hear stories that will fast track your success and transform you as a photographer and business owner.
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Business and Beyond with Gerry Dick is a weekly conversation with Indiana leaders in business, politics, sports, entertainment…and beyond. The 30-minute podcast explores the successes, failures and memorable moments that have shaped the lives of high profile, high-performing individuals with a Hoosier connection. Inspirational, informative and sometimes emotional, Business and Beyond is an intimate conversation with well-known guests who share their personal, unfiltered stories and what moti ...
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Marketing Strategy Academy with Jen Vazquez
Jen Vazquez | Pinterest Manager, Marketing Strategist + Brand Photographer
🎙️ Hey there, solopreneurs and small businesses with tiny but mighty teams! Ready to level up your business? Welcome to the podcast where fierce female service providers get the inside scoop on strategic marketing that actually works. Join Jen as she shares the real deal, drops some serious marketing wisdom, and serves up Pinterest tips hotter than your morning coffee. We dive deep into everything from Pinterest mastery to SEO secrets, email marketing strategies that convert, and harnessing ...
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277 | Podcast Guesting for Profit: How to Turn Interviews Into Leads, Sales, and Strategic Growth with Jessica Rhodes
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40:36Send us a text In this powerful episode, Jen Vazquez speaks with Courtney Tarrant, COO of The Ad Girls, about building a business that supports your life instead of running it. Courtney shares how she scaled to multi-7 figures while prioritizing freedom, profitability, and joy. Learn how to implement a results-only work environment, price your serv…
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How Rebecca Shepard Got To A $3k+ Average In Rural Small Town Kansas By Using Tik Tok (Re-Release)
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1:00:17Get a FREE Posing eBook from The Portrait System here: https://the-portrait-system.lpages.co/podcast-pose-funnel/ Today, on The Portrait System Podcast, we are re-releasing out interview with Kansas-based senior photographer Rebecca Shepard. Rebecca has managed to reach a $3k+ average even though her business is in a small town. Listen in as Rebecc…
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New USI President Steven Bridges: Ready to meet the moment
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28:12In this episode, we sit down with the new president of the University of Southern Indiana — and the first USI graduate to ever lead the university. Steven Bridges shares his vision, including the highly anticipated transition to Division I athletics and what it means for the campus community. We also dive into the challenges facing higher education…
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How Heather Wanninger Went from $20k To $100k A Year Through Her Senior Photography Business (Re-Release)
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58:40Get a FREE Posing eBook from The Portrait System here: https://the-portrait-system.lpages.co/podcast-pose-funnel/ Today on The Portrait System Podcast, we are re-releasing our very special interview with Illinois-based photographer Heather Wanninger. Heather went from making $20k a year to $100k and climbing through her senior photography business.…
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Sipping Success: How Jill and Bryce Morrison Took Mom Water from a Small Town to Store Shelves
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29:24From a pool side inspiration in the Dominican Republic to store shelves across the country, Jill and Bryce Morrison have turned a vacation idea into a nationally distributed sensation. They are the co-founders of Mom Water—fruit-infused vodka water that’s taken the alcohol industry by storm. In this episode, the couple from tiny Ferdinand, Indiana …
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276 | From Self-Worth to Business Growth: Sue Bryce on Confidence, Pricing, and Entrepreneurial Success
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38:15Send us a text In this enlightening episode of the Marketing Strategy Academy, host Jen Vazquez sits down with renowned photographer and educator Sue Bryce to delve into the profound impact of self-worth and confidence on business success. They explore the challenges female entrepreneurs face with pricing, imposter syndrome, and the journey to buil…
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Master Photographer & Educator Scott Robert Lim Teaches Us His Secrets! (Re-Release)
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54:26Get a FREE Posing eBook from The Portrait System here: https://the-portrait-system.lpages.co/podcast-pose-funnel/ Today on The Portrait System Podcast, we are re-releasing our interview with master photographer and educator Scott Robert Lim where he tells us all about his journey and his business! Scott has been awarded with more than 70 internatio…
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Mitch Daniels talks new school, tariffs, NIL and more
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37:04In this episode, former Purdue University President Mitch Daniels joins us for an inside look at the new $168 million Mitch Daniels School of Business at Purdue, which is now under construction. Daniels shares his vision for how the school will stand apart, producing a different kind of graduate. We also get his take on a range of timely topics, fr…
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275 | Photographers: New to Pinterest? Start With These 5 Steps
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9:57Send us a text If you're new to Pinterest, this episode walks photographers through the five critical steps to set up a high-performing profile. Learn how to use keywords, optimize your boards, and drive real traffic to your photography business. Shownotes: https://jenvazquez.com/photographers-new-to-pinterest-start-with-these-5-steps/ 📌 Struggling…
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How Kirsten Belloni Maintains a High Sales Average in Alaska
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55:51Get a FREE Posing eBook from The Portrait System here: https://the-portrait-system.lpages.co/podcast-pose-funnel/ Today's on The Portrait System Podcast, host, photographer & educator Nikki Closser interviews Alaska-based photographer Kirsten Belloni. Listen in as Kirsten talks in depth about how she maintains a high sales average in Alaska and how…
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The Heartbeat of May – Inside the 500 Festival with CEO Bob Bryant
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33:05May in Indianapolis is a month-long celebration of speed, tradition and community leading up to the iconic Indianapolis 500. At the heart of it all is the 500 Festival, a nonprofit fueling more than 30 community events and programs that are part what makes May in Indy so special. In this episode, 500 Festival CEO Bob Bryant talks about the organiza…
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From School Teacher To A $4500 Sales Avg with Whitney Collins (Re-Release)
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53:00Get a FREE Posing eBook from The Portrait System here: https://the-portrait-system.lpages.co/podcast-pose-funnel/ Today's on The Portrait System Podcast, we are re-releasing a very special interview with photographer Whitney Collins. Unlike many other past guests on the podcast, Whitney actually built her photography business while working full tim…
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On Location Newborn & Family Photography with Elena Blair (Re-Release)
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54:47Get a FREE Posing eBook from The Portrait System here: https://the-portrait-system.lpages.co/podcast-pose-funnel/ Today's on The Portrait System Podcast, we are re-releasing a very special interview with newborn and family photographer Elena Blair. Listen in as Elena talks about how she runs her business, how she always maximizes her location shoot…
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Ascension St. Vincent Carmel President Chad Dilley
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31:02In this episode, we sit down with Ascension St. Vincent Carmel President Chad Dilley, to explore the fast-changing healthcare landscape in one of Indiana’s fastest-growing counties. From explosive population growth to game-changing technology, we unpack the trends shaping the future of care in Central Indiana and beyond. Chad also shares his person…
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274 | 5-Minute Pinterest Audits: Emily Grace Design | Branding and Showit Website Designer
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5:09Send us a text In this 5-minute Pinterest audit, we help Emily Grace Design, a talented branding and Showit website designer, fine-tune her Pinterest presence. We cover smart board strategies, better descriptions, and easy changes to boost her reach and book more dream clients. 📌 Struggling to get leads from Pinterest? Let’s change that!: https://l…
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273 | This May Be Why Your Pinterest Traffic Dropped & What You Can Do About It
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9:49Send us a text If your Pinterest traffic has taken a nosedive, there's a good reason—and a way to fix it. In this episode, we break down Pinterest’s latest update that’s hiding the "Visit Site" button on some pins, explain why it’s happening, and give you the exact steps to get your clicks back. Featuring insights from Pinterest expert Kate Ahl of …
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Mom on a Mission: BeeFree Founder Jennifer Wiese
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31:26When Jennifer Wiese’s son was diagnosed with autism, she went to work, searching for ways to support his health. And she started in the kitchen. That journey led to the creation of BeeFree, a line of gluten-free snacks that began with trial-and-error recipes and has grown into a nationally distributed brand, found in the nation’s largest retailers.…
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From a vibrant downtown to a burgeoning U.S. 31 corridor, Carmel Mayor Sue Finkam talks about her vision for a city that has undergone transformational change over the past three decades. Hear about her path to the mayor’s office and how she is approaching this new chapter with a fresh perspective while capitalizing on the momentum of her predecess…
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How Aaron Jay Young Went From $150 To $2500 Per Shoot (Re-Release)
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1:03:24Get a FREE Posing eBook from The Portrait System here: https://the-portrait-system.lpages.co/podcast-pose-funnel/ Today on The Portrait System Podcast, we are re-releasing a very special interview with portrait & fashion photographer Aaron Jay Young. Listen in as Aaron tells the story of how he raised his prices and went from a $150 to a $2500 aver…
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272 | How to Build a Lead-Generating Marketing Workflow That Works While You’re Offline
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14:33Send us a text Are you done feeling like Instagram is your full-time job? In this episode, Jen Vazquez walks you through the exact 1-hour-a-week marketing workflow she uses—and teaches her clients—to attract leads, build visibility, and grow your business without being online 24/7. Learn how to repurpose content, automate your platforms, and finall…
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Working Full-Time While Shooting Fine Arts Drag Portraits with David Franco (Re-Release)
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43:59Get a FREE Posing eBook from The Portrait System here: https://the-portrait-system.lpages.co/podcast-pose-funnel/ Today, on The Portrait System Podcast, we are re-releasing our very special interview with L.A-based fine arts photographer David Franco. David creates absolutely gorgeous fine arts drag portraits but also works a full time job for the …
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In this episode, we sit down with Pat Brown, the CEO of Bloomington-based Oliver Winery, which started as a small, family-owned operation, but has grown into one of the 30 largest wineries in the nation. Brown brings experience from some of the biggest consumer brands in the country, but this is his first venture into the alcohol industry. A former…
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How Tyler Clement Got A $1900 Sales Average Listening To The Portrait System Podcast
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55:49Get a FREE Posing eBook from The Portrait System here: https://the-portrait-system.lpages.co/podcast-pose-funnel/ Today we are back with a very special guest! Tyler Clement got inspired by The Portrait System Podcast to start his own business photographing women and now has a $1900 sales average! We're so thrilled to be interviewing Tyler today in …
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Kent Kramer, Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana CEO
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27:25When many people think of Goodwill, they think of those popular retail stores—but Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana is doing more…a lot more. In this episode, we sit down with CEO Kent Kramer to discuss how Goodwill is transforming lives, from unique workforce training programs to innovative adult high schools across 10 states. They are even d…
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271 | Pinterest for Photographers: Turn One Photo Session into 10+ Pins That Attract Dream Clients
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12:20Send us a text Want your photography content to work for you around the clock? Learn how to turn one session into 10+ Pinterest pins that attract your dream clients, build your email list, and boost blog traffic — all with a strategic workflow that saves you time. Plus, details on the upcoming Booked AF retreat in Northern California. 📌 Struggling …
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Diving Deep Into Marketing & Personal Stories with Sophia Barrett (Re-Release)
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43:42Get a FREE Posing eBook from The Portrait System here: https://the-portrait-system.lpages.co/podcast-pose-funnel/ Today we are back with a special re-release of Part 2 of Sophia Barrett's interview! Listen in as we dive deep into Sophia's "Why" and into the ins and outs of her business and marketing strategy. Don't miss out in this amazing follow-u…
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Indiana Wesleyan President Jon Kulaga on innovating education, strengthening state's workforce
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30:31Dr. Jon Kulaga, the 10th president of Indiana Wesleyan University, joins the podcast this week to outline his strategic vision for Indiana’s largest private university. Kulaga discusses the launch of a unique vocational training initiative aimed at addressing Indiana’s skilled labor shortage and details IWU’s ambitious expansion plans, including tr…
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270 | Why Repelling Clients Might Be the Best Thing for Your Business
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8:26Send us a text Building a personal brand isn’t about appealing to everyone—it’s about attracting the right people and setting boundaries with confidence. In this episode, I’ll walk you through how to define your brand identity, create authentic content, and grow your business without burnout. 📌 Struggling to get leads from Pinterest? Let’s change t…
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How Sophia Barrett Got Her Starting Price To $4500 (Re-Release)
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43:19Get a FREE Posing eBook from The Portrait System here: https://the-portrait-system.lpages.co/podcast-pose-funnel/ Today on this special re-release of The Portrait System Podcast, host Nikki Closser interviews Atlanta-based photographer Sophia Barrett. Sophia creates amazing custom sets for her clients and her work is absolutely stunning. It is no s…
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Polina Osherov: The Power of Indiana’s Creative Class
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36:56From artists and designers to musicians and filmmakers, it is estimated that the creative class employs more than 81,000 workers and contributes more than $9 billion to the state’s Gross Domestic Product. But the Hoosier state is often overlooked as a hub for creative talent. In this episode, Pattern, Inc. Executive Director Polina Osherov explains…
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269 | How to Make Money with Affiliate Marketing on Pinterest (Even If You’re New)
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6:34Send us a text Affiliate marketing on Pinterest can create a steady stream of passive income—if you know how to do it right. In this episode, I’m sharing how to choose affiliate programs, create content that converts, and track your success. 📌 Struggling to get leads from Pinterest? Let’s change that!: https://learn.jenvazquez.com/challenge FREE Ma…
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Going From $50 to $6500 Minimum Per Photoshoot with Damaly Shepherd (Re-Release)
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54:00Get a FREE Posing eBook from The Portrait System here: https://the-portrait-system.lpages.co/podcast-pose-funnel/ On today's special re-release, our guest is New York-based photographer Damaly Sheperd! Damaly is an amazing conversationalist and an incredible photographer who built her business very fast and went from $50 to $6500 minimum per photos…
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Larry Hall, VP of the Indianapolis Colts: An Inside Look at the Jim Irsay Collection
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37:48In this special episode, we take you inside the extraordinary collection of music, art, and culture amassed by Indianapolis Colts Owner Jim Irsay. Join us as we sit down with Larry Hall, the chief curator of The Jim Irsay Collection, a treasure trove of rare pieces from the most iconic names in the world of entertainment and historical artifacts th…
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268 | How Cloudspot Transformed My Photography Business: A Game-Changer for Professional Photographers
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6:30Send us a text In this episode, I’m sharing how Cloudspot completely transformed my photography business. From stunning client galleries to seamless contracts and mini sessions, Cloudspot.io has streamlined my workflow and elevated my client experience. Tune in to discover why this tool is a game-changer for photographers! Get Cloudspot.io! https:/…
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How to Infuse Your Own Lifestyle Into Your Marketing with Chris Orwig (Re-Release)
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1:06:29Get a FREE Posing eBook from The Portrait System here: https://the-portrait-system.lpages.co/podcast-pose-funnel/ On today's special re-release, we feature our interview with Santa Barbara-based photographer Chris Orwig! Chris is an accomplished photographer who learnt to infuse his own lifestyle into his business and marketing. He is a truly inspi…
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Huse Culinary CEO and Co-Owner Craig Huse
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37:34From Peyton Manning’s post-game pilgrimages to its eye-watering shrimp cocktail, St. Elmo is known around the globe as an iconic Indianapolis destination. In this episode, Huse Culinary CEO and Co-Owner Craig Huse talks steak, sports and stories from behind the scenes at the legendary steakhouse. He also says more growth---both inside and outside o…
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Overcoming Frustration & Unlocking Success with Sissela Johansson (Re-Release)
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1:01:41Get a FREE Posing eBook from The Portrait System here: https://the-portrait-system.lpages.co/podcast-pose-funnel/ In this week's special re-release, host Nikki Closser interviews Connecticut-based photographer Sissela Johansson. Sissela is originally from Denmark and had to rebuild her business in the U.S. Listen in as Sissela tells the story of ho…
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267 | Financial Freedom for Female Entrepreneurs: Expert Tax Tips and Wealth-Building Strategies with Dr. Sherry Peel Jackson
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29:47Send us a text Are taxes and money management overwhelming you? In this episode, Dr. Sherry Peel Jackson shares expert insights on tax reduction, financial security, and wealth-building for female entrepreneurs. Learn how to avoid tax pitfalls, grow your income, and build lasting financial freedom. Ready to get Booked AF? This 2-day mastermind retr…
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265 | From Burnout to Badass: How Pia Silva Scales Small Agencies to $30K+ Months Without Employees
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35:51Send us a text Want to scale your agency to $30K months without hiring a team? Pia Silva shares her no-BS formula to maximize profits, streamline services, and work less while earning more. Learn how to ditch free proposals, charge premium rates, and simplify success. Tune in now! Ready to get Booked AF? This 2-day mastermind retreat in sunny North…
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