In this episode of "Focus on Business," host Jane Goodrich welcomes the remarkable Alaina Nuñez, a renowned birth photographer and educator based in California. Alaina shares her journey from being a homeschool mom of six to becoming a full-time birth photographer.

She talks about her passion for birth photography, the nuances of capturing live births, and how she educates others in this specialized field. Alaina also discusses the importance of making personal connections in marketing, the challenges of maintaining work-life balance while being on call, and the value of having a support system. She also shares insights on outsourcing certain tasks in order to focus on the creative aspects of photography.

Tune in to hear her valuable advice for new photographers and insights on how to thrive in the photography business!

You can find Alaina at:
www.alainanunez.com
www.thebirthphotographyworkshop.com
https://www.instagram.com/alainanunez_birthstories/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/thebirthphotographyworkshop/

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Join host Jane Goodrich in conversation with Charlie Cotugno, a seasoned headshot photographer who discusses the evolution of his 25-year career, from working in various artistic fields such as music and acting to eventually focusing on photography. Charlie shares his fascinating journey, from photographing legendary bands like Queen, to working with families, seniors, and the autism community, and eventually transitioning into headshot photography, where he’s found immense success by niching down and mastering both the artistic and business sides of photography.

Charlie offers practical advice and valuable insight into building a successful photography business, including leveraging LinkedIn for networking, staying connected with other photographers, and continuously improving through self-education. He emphasizes the significance of managing client expectations and balancing quality with efficiency through strategies like the use of outsourcing and AI tools for retouching, which can help save time and increase profits. Additionally, Charlie shares how he navigates health challenges as an entrepreneur, and opens up about how his battle with Meniere’s disease impacted his career and the adjustments he made in order to continue thriving in the photography field.

Charlie’s experience and advice on networking, building relationships, and balancing passion with practicality make this episode a must-listen for photographers and creative entrepreneurs alike!

You can find Charlie at:
www.ccHeadshots.com
www.linkedin.com/in/charlescotugno
https://www.facebook.com/charlie.cotugno
https://www.instagram.com/ccheadshots

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This week, host Jane Goodrich sits down with family photographer and educator Miranda Eorio who shares her journey into the world of professional photography. Miranda discusses how she started her career nine years ago after realizing she had too few photos of her daughter, the challenges she faced as a beginner photographer, and how she eventually built a thriving business that aligns with her lifestyle, allowing her to balance work and family.

Throughout the conversation, Miranda provides valuable advice for new photographers, emphasizing the importance of investing in education rather than the most expensive gear and prioritizing learning the business side of things early on. She discusses marketing strategies, such as leveraging Facebook mom groups and referrals, and how she uses a VIP group for her past clients in order to nurture long-term relationships. Jane and Miranda also dive into the challenges of time management, client boundaries, and overcoming the intimidating aspects of running a business like taxes and pricing.

Miranda encourages photographers to embrace mistakes, and focus on running a sustainable, profitable business. Tune in to learn how to grow your photography business with confidence and intention!

You can find Miranda at:
http://www.mirandaeoriophoto.com/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/739344889945915
http://www.facebook.com/mirandaeoriophoto
http://www.instagram.com/mirandaeoriophoto

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**-Offers end August 31st 2024**