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The Gold Biz Podcast is a conversational style show that aims to bring photographers straight to the point, actionable advice you can take and apply to your life and business. Each week you get a one on one episode with your host, Rachel Traxler, and an interview with an expert. Both are full of knowledge, laughs, and vulnerability - there to meet you where you're at, then help propel you forward!

Rachel is a wedding photographer turned creative business entrepreneur. She has a passion for digital marketing and wants to help entrepreneurs and wedding photographers elevate their businesses to new heights. You can reach out to Rachel on Instagram - she would love to hear from you!
@racheltraxler

Gold Biz Podcast Rachel Traxler

    • Business

The Gold Biz Podcast is a conversational style show that aims to bring photographers straight to the point, actionable advice you can take and apply to your life and business. Each week you get a one on one episode with your host, Rachel Traxler, and an interview with an expert. Both are full of knowledge, laughs, and vulnerability - there to meet you where you're at, then help propel you forward!

Rachel is a wedding photographer turned creative business entrepreneur. She has a passion for digital marketing and wants to help entrepreneurs and wedding photographers elevate their businesses to new heights. You can reach out to Rachel on Instagram - she would love to hear from you!
@racheltraxler

    Making Sure You Get Paid As A Photographer with Danielle Hayden

    Making Sure You Get Paid As A Photographer with Danielle Hayden

    Hello, sunshines! In this episode, we dive into the importance of financial management for creative entrepreneurs, particularly photographers. Danielle shares essential advice on how to manage finances, set up separate business and personal accounts, and the significance of reframing the narrative around money management. We discuss practical tools like financial statements, bookkeeping software, and the role of a professional money team. Danielle also covers how to calculate accurate income and expense figures, determine fair salaries, and plan for seasonal fluctuations in business. This conversation aims to empower creatives to handle their finances effectively, ensuring sustainable business growth.



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    00:00 Introduction

    00:40 Financial Considerations for Photographers

    02:54 Separating Business and Personal Finances

    04:11 Tools and Tips for Financial Management

    07:14 Paying Yourself: Calculations and Strategies

    13:34 Managing Cash Flow and Seasonal Fluctuations

    18:43 Final Advice and Encouragement

    20:56 Conclusion and Resources

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    • 24 min
    Business Systemizing and Organization with Melissa Rich

    Business Systemizing and Organization with Melissa Rich

    Hello, sunshines! Mastering business organization and workflow automation can seem daunting, which is why we have Melissa Rich on this episode to discuss the importance of getting and staying organized in business. We highlight strategies for systemizing business operations with a focus on workflows and follow-ups to enhance client relationships. The discussion includes techniques like day and time blocking, the use of project management tools like Asana, and the significance of documenting processes with Standard Operating Procedures. The episode is packed with practical advice for photographers and creatives on maintaining consistency, managing tasks, and overcoming overwhelm to ensure a seamless business operation!

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    00:00 Introduction to Business Organization

    02:54 Day Blocking and Time Blocking Strategies

    05:35 Choosing the Right Project Management Tools

    06:45 Staying Consistent and Avoiding Overwhelm

    13:03 Effective Follow-Up Strategies

    19:52 Creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

    22:32 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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    • 25 min
    Building A Brand That Has No Competition with Eden Strader

    Building A Brand That Has No Competition with Eden Strader

    Hello, sunshines! Eden Strader is here to dive into the essential elements of creating a unique  and competition-proof photography brand. We discuss how to stay true to your mission while adapting to industry changes, and offer actionable steps to lay a strong business foundation. Eden shares insightful personal branding stories and practical advice on incorporating storytelling and personal traits into your business. This episode provides valuable guidance on making your brand a true reflection of yourself, ensuring an authentic and memorable client experience. Watch this episode on YouTube or Spotify video!

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    00:00 Introduction: Building a Brand with No Competition

    00:35 Insights on Branding

    02:15 Defining Your Brand: Beyond Aesthetics

    03:19 Personal Branding: Reflecting Your Unique Self

    09:59 Storytelling in Branding: Making an Impact

    19:23 Action Steps: Building a Strong Brand Foundation

    22:46 Conclusion: Aligning Your Brand and Business



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    • 26 min
    Do Vendors Have the Right to Use Your Photos for Marketing? With Legal Paige

    Do Vendors Have the Right to Use Your Photos for Marketing? With Legal Paige

    Hello, sunshines! You are going to be blown away by this episode! The Legal Paige returns to discuss the important topic of photographers' legal rights over their images. The conversation covers how other vendors can legally use photographers' photos for marketing, the necessity of specific clauses in contracts, and how photographers can protect their intellectual property. Paige explains the rights photographers have to their images, the misuse by vendors, and the legal implications involved. You’re going to hear practical advice for creating workflows that ensure legal protection and foster good vendor relationships. Paige answers questions on how to handle situations where images are used without proper credit and shares resources for further legal education and contract templates. There is so much to learn in this episode - get ready!!

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    ☀️Time stamps☀️

    00:00 Welcome Back to the Gold Biz Podcast!

    00:09 Navigating Legal Waters: Photographers and Image Rights

    00:36 The Legal Landscape: Copyrights, Contracts, and Clauses

    04:43 Building Vendor Relationships and Licensing Agreements

    13:06 Client Communication and Model Releases

    25:27 Addressing Copyright Infringements and Vendor Education

    29:28 Finding Legal Resources and Wrapping Up

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    • 32 min
    Building a Thought Leadership Brand with Kelly Roach

    Building a Thought Leadership Brand with Kelly Roach

    Hello, sunshine! I am SO excited to bring you my talk with Kelly Roach! We chat about introducing Conviction Marketing as a framework for entrepreneurs, especially photographers, to build and leverage a thought leadership brand beyond conventional marketing strategies. Kelly discusses the pitfalls of following social media trends and the importance of creating content with timeless value. She emphasizes the significance of staying true to one’s craft and vision, underlining strategies for photographers to establish themselves as industry authorities without succumbing to market pressures. Kelly shares insights on pricing, team building, and adopting a recurring revenue model to sustain business growth. 

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    00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Conviction Marketing

    00:47 The Birth of Conviction Marketing

    02:14 The Power of Conviction in Branding

    04:18 The Pitfalls of Trend-Following in Marketing

    05:04 Building a Business Beyond Trends

    10:10 Strategies for Photographers to Stand Out

    13:39 The Importance of Pricing and Business Strategy

    17:57 Future Trends and Recurring Revenue Models

    22:58 Final Thoughts and Joyful Reflections

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    • 26 min
    Reignite Passion In Your Business with Breeanna Farmer

    Reignite Passion In Your Business with Breeanna Farmer

    Hello, sunshines ! I am SO excited to share my chat with Breeanna Farmer about bringing new girl energy to your business. It is going to make you explore the spark that you had at the start of your photography journey. Breeanna talks about how embracing this mindset changed her business, shares some tips on how to reality check yourself in moments of self-doubt, and making connections. Don’t forget to DM me and tell me what part of this episode you love the most! 

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    • 24 min

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