In this episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Phillip Blume, a talented photographer and entrepreneur who shares his incredible journey of taking his photography business on the road while traveling with his family. From leveraging mini sessions to rebranding and creating strategic partnerships, Phillip's insights will inspire you to think outside the box and find new opportunities for growth in your own photography business. Learn how to reset client expectations, maximize your mini session profits, and simplify your processes to achieve scalable success. Phillip's practical advice and actionable strategies will empower you to take your photography business to new heights. So listen in, take notes, and get ready to capture both stunning images and exceptional business results!

The Big Ideas with Time Stamps:
00:11:39 Photographer community forms real relationships, hosts mini sessions parties.
00:18:18 Mini sessions are often undersold by photographers who use them as a promotional tool.
00:26:10 Flexible branding for mini sessions increases value.
00:28:42 Starting business with debt led to success.
00:34:56 Relating to Big Brother, same age, marketing minis.
00:36:44 Facebook ads, misconceptions, marketing, grassroots, partnerships, contacts, trust.
00:43:38 Identify markets, set clear prices, reward customers.
00:49:57 Teaching system with documents and audio files. Autopilot mini sessions for photographers' success.
00:54:37 Take action, success not guaranteed. Philip and Eileen's mini session training.

Resources:
Philip and Eileen Blume's Maximizing Mini session training - https://beginnerphotopod.com/mini

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