Solo Podcast - 5 Tips to Run a Successful Business Today’s show is a deviation from our usual format. With that said, I didn’t interview any guest. Rather, I talked about my top 5 tips for creating a successful photography business. The information I shared in this episode is a reiteration of a free webinar I held June of this year. If you missed that one, listening to this episode is the next best thing! Aside from sharing the top 5 tips I have used myself, I also shared some of the wisdom and insights I have learned over the years—lessons that have not only helped me become a better photographer but also a better person and entrepreneur. My hope is you’ll take whatever tips, lessons, insights, and wisdom that resonates with you and use them to help better yourself and your craft. I hope you’ll enjoy this episode and find tremendous value in it! Key Takeaways Why you need to start with you Key questions you should ask yourself The importance of routines and habits to your success Why it pays to always be true to yourself What you can do to be in front of clients Why you need to invest in SEO (search engine optimization) Why word-of-mouth matters Why you should consider outsourcing tasks others can do better Why it pays to invest in the services of a coach or mentor Why you need to show up on social media Why you should have an impact goal as opposed to an income goal How thinking out of the box can get you ahead Quotes “You’re sailing the ship, you’re driving the boat, you’re the leader of your business.” “You don’t have to become anyone you’re not.” “If you’re not photographing more, I believe you’re not growing as a photographer.” “Strip it back a little bit and start overdelivering.” “Stop comparing yourself to others.” “If you have impact goals, the income goals will come along.” “Remember, it all comes down to you.” Book Purple Cow: Transform Your Business by Being Remarkable by Seth Godin - https://www.amazon.com/Purple-Cow-Transform-Business-Remarkable/dp/014101640X