Get Your Shoot Together Photography Podcast Kira Derryberry and Mary Fisk-Taylor

In this episode of "Get Your Shoot Together," Kira and Mary take you on a deep dive into the fascinating world of custom GPTs and how they can revolutionize your photography business. After some fun banter about pajamas, favorite dresses, and dealing with the summer heat, they switch gears to discuss the practical applications of AI in social media marketing and content creation.Kira shares her weekend adventure setting up a custom GPT to streamline her social media posts, while Mary offers i...

Mary is back from Vegas and Kira is settling in after a whirlwind installation week for clients and things are busy as usual. So busy in fact, it's hard to fit everything in. This week, the girls discuss whether or not it's ok to lose a bid in the face of please current clients AND the many ins and outs of sportsball mascots. Tune in!This week's episode is sponsored by our friends at Retouch Up! Use the coupon code GYST10 for a special discount! This episode was written and performed by Mary ...

This week on "Get Your Shoot Together," Kira Derryberry and Mary Fisk Taylor get real about the rollercoaster of running a photography business. They dive deep into Kira’s headache with the 2023 Annual Integrated Economic Survey from the Census Bureau—a beast of a task demanding a super detailed inventory of business assets. They chat about the stress of ticking all those government boxes and how it’s a wake-up call for keeping tight records.The duo also spills details about their awesome cru...

In this week's episode of "Get Your Shoot Together," join Kira Derryberry and Mary Fisk Taylor as they explore the highs and lows of springtime photography and the unexpected challenges that come with it. From the lush, bloom-filled settings of Kira’s recent outdoor senior sessions to the chilling tales of check fraud that shook her business, this episode dives deep into the realities photographers face beyond the lens. Amidst these narratives, Kira and Mary discuss the enduring importance of...

Just when you thought it was safe to assume you knew all there was about managing a photography business, we’re pulling back the curtain on the importance of strategic timing for selling portraits and the hustle of graduation season. Through laughter and genuine insights, we share the trials of working through a back injury, the comical side of pet personalities, and the adrenaline rush of capturing those irreplaceable graduation moments. Tune in for a blend of heartwarming stories and laught...

In a world where reality and fiction are blurred, we delve into the impact of modern technology on media and public perception. From a royal Photoshop scandal that had the world talking to the unnerving advancements in deep fake technology, we navigate the blurry lines between reality and manipulation. Join us as we ponder the ethical implications of AI and the potential to clone our consciousness for the sake of efficiency. It's all happening right here, and you won't want to miss a moment!T...