Shifting Focus with John Bunn

John Bunn
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Shifting Focus (Formerly How To Film Weddings) with John Bunn is the podcast for wedding photographers, videographers, planners, and industry pros who feel STUCK in the middle market. If you're tired of chasing trends and ready to focus on what really moves the needle—branding, pricing, mindset, and building relationships that lead to real growth—you're in the right place. With nearly two decades of experience and a background in educating tens of thousands through courses, masterminds, and one of the top wedding podcasts in the world, John brings a clear, approachable voice to the conversations that matter. Every episode is packed with honest insights, practical strategies, and real stories from leaders who've built something that lasts. If you're ready to shift your focus and grow your wedding business with intention, this show is for you.

  1. 18時間前

    477. Stop Being Afraid to Work for Free (Let me explain)

    This episode might ruffle some feathers. Recently, I posted that I was looking for a photographer and videographer to help capture The Shifting Focus Experience in exchange for a ticket to the event. Almost immediately, the criticism started: Why would an educator who teaches people to raise their prices ask someone to work for free? So I decided to talk about it. There's a massive difference between someone expecting you to give away your work and you strategically choosing to invest your time, talent, or services into an opportunity that can move your business forward. In this episode, I'm talking about the difference between a scarcity mindset and an abundance mindset, why I still say yes to unpaid opportunities, and why I continually see some of the most successful people in the premium and luxury market sponsoring events, donating their services, and finding ways to get themselves into the right rooms. Your network is a lot like a 401(k). The investments you make today might not pay you tomorrow, but over time, relationships compound. We'll talk about how to decide which opportunities are actually worth saying yes to, why "exposure" isn't always a dirty word, and how thinking only about what pays you today could be keeping you stuck in the middle market. If you know where you want your business to be in two years, start asking yourself: What can I invest today that gets me closer to that room, that work, and those relationships? Because sometimes the opportunity that doesn't pay enough today is the opportunity that changes everything tomorrow. The Shifting Focus Experience: https://john-bunn.com/the-shifting-focus-experience    Chapters   00:00 Why This Episode Might Ruffle Some Feathers 02:18 The Controversy Around Working for Free 04:11 When "Exposure" Is Actually Worth Something 05:39 Why Successful Creatives Sponsor Events 08:36 Scarcity vs. Abundance Mindset 09:18 The $2,000 Ticket Controversy 13:00 Why Getting in the Room Matters 16:24 Stop Thinking Only About Today 19:51 How Free Work Helped Build a $50K+ Brand 21:21 Get in the Room and Build Your Brand 24:19 Your Network Is Your Business's 401(k) 27:17 Why Action Takers Eventually Win 29:12 Build Your Two-Year Plan 33:10 Shift From Scarcity to Abundance 34:16 Final Thoughts + The Shifting Focus Experience     👋 Join My Circle Community: https://shifting-focus-with-john-bunn.circle.so/   🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM   📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2 John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866   Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com   Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/ - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn ⭐️ Vidflow - Deliver your films and photos with the best - Try it free here https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/johnbunn ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Lemlii -  CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ PlotLine Pro - AI Powered, Story First Filmmaking Tool - 3 Free days - https://www.plotline.pro/?via=john ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://gamut.io/product/luxe/?gamut=johnbunn ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE - 50% off ⭐️ Second Society - The best place to find second shooters https://my.secondsociety.io/signup?via=john-bunn The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors. #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast

    477. Stop Being Afraid to Work for Free (Let me explain)

  2. 8月10日

    476. Chris J. Evans: From 100 Weddings a Year to $50K+ Destination Weddings

    The Shifting Focus Experience: https://john-bunn.com/the-shifting-focus-experience  Chris J. Evans went from photographing more than 100 weddings a year on Maui to building an international destination photography brand where multi-day wedding collections now start between $35,000 and $50,000. But that transformation didn't happen simply because he became a better photographer. In this episode of Shifting Focus, Chris and I break down the decisions that changed the trajectory of his career: getting clear on what made his work different, intentionally building a fashion-forward brand, raising his prices, investing in the right rooms, and developing genuine relationships with planners and other people who could open new doors. Chris shares how attending his first Engage introduced him to an entirely different level of the wedding industry, how he rebuilt his network after moving from Maui to California at the beginning of COVID, and how one relationship eventually led to photographing Robin Roberts' wedding and opportunities around the world. We also talk about what happens after you've already built a successful career. Chris shares why refinement matters more than constantly reinventing yourself, how he's adapting his imagery for a new generation of clients, and why today's couples don't just want to see what a wedding looked like. They want to feel what it felt like. If you're trying to move into a new market, raise your prices, strengthen your brand, or get into rooms that feel one level above where you are today, this conversation is packed with perspective on what that progression actually looks like. Learn more about Chris J. Evans: Website: https://chrisjevans.com/  Speaking & Education: https://chrisjevans.com/speaking  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/chrisjevansphoto    👋 Join My Circle Community: https://shifting-focus-with-john-bunn.circle.so/  🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM  📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2  John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866  Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com    Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/  - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn ⭐️ Vidflow - Deliver your films and photos with the best - Try it free here https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/johnbunn ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Lemlii -  CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ PlotLine Pro - AI Powered, Story First Filmmaking Tool - 3 Free days - https://www.plotline.pro/?via=john ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://gamut.io/product/luxe/?gamut=johnbunn ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE - 50% off ⭐️ Second Society - The best place to find second shooters https://my.secondsociety.io/signup?via=john-bunn The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors. #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast

    476. Chris J. Evans: From 100 Weddings a Year to $50K+ Destination Weddings

  3. 8月3日

    475. I Left Everything I Built. Here's What Happened One Year Later. (1 Year Anniversary of Shifting Focus)

    Exposure Triangle Mastermind Waitlist: https://john-bunn.com/exposure-triangle  For one year, I've been building the Shifting Focus podcast from the ground up. In this episode, I'm reflecting on everything that led to this moment, from launching How to Film Weddings back in 2018 to making the difficult decision to walk away and start over with a brand new vision. I share the highs, the failures, the uncertainty, the lessons, and why I believe taking uncomfortable steps is often the only way to build something meaningful. If you've ever wondered why I made the transition, what happened behind the scenes, or what I've learned over nearly 500 podcast episodes, this is the story. Whether you're a wedding photographer, filmmaker, or creative entrepreneur trying to get unstuck from the middle market, I hope this episode encourages you to keep showing up, stay consistent, and trust the process. Thank you for being part of this first year of Shifting Focus. I truly couldn't have done it without you. If this episode resonated with you, I'd love to hear from you. Send me a DM and let me know what part of your own journey you're in. And if you know someone who needs this message, share this episode with them. 👋 Join My Circle Community: https://shifting-focus-with-john-bunn.circle.so/  🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM  📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2  John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866  Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com  Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/  - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn  ⭐️ Vidflow - Deliver your films and photos with the best - Try it free here https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/johnbunn  ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC  - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf  - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Lemlii -  CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl  Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe  - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ PlotLine Pro - AI Powered, Story First Filmmaking Tool - 3 Free days - https://www.plotline.pro/?via=john  ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ  - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf  - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://gamut.io/product/luxe/?gamut=johnbunn  ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE  - 50% off ⭐️ Second Society - The best place to find second shooters https://my.secondsociety.io/signup?via=john-bunn  The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors. #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast

    475. I Left Everything I Built. Here's What Happened One Year Later. (1 Year Anniversary of Shifting Focus)

  4. 7月27日

    474. 3 ways to Identify your ideal buyer (and how it helped me raise my prices by 10X)

    Mastermind Waitlist: https://john-bunn.com/exposure-triangle  Shifting Focus Experience: https://john-bunn.com/the-shifting-focus-experience  In today's episode, I break down 3 ways to identify your ideal buyer. - Why it matters in the first place - Practical ways to know who is the right fit for you, and more importantly who you should say NO to - A deep dive into how it has helped me push past the $50,000 mark for my work Stop doing what everyone else is doing, and start building the life you want. Be sure to comment below and say hello! As I mentioned there are a few tickets left for the Shifting Focus Experience (linked above), and I am opening up The Exposure Triangle Mastermind Group soon too! Thanks for the support, let's keep growing together. 👋 Join My Circle Community: https://shifting-focus-with-john-bunn.circle.so/ 🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM 📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2 John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866 Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/ - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn ⭐️ Vidflow - Deliver your films and photos with the best - Try it free here https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/johnbunn ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Lemlii -  CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ PlotLine Pro - AI Powered, Story First Filmmaking Tool - 3 Free days - https://www.plotline.pro/?via=john ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://gamut.io/product/luxe/?gamut=johnbunn ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE - 50% off ⭐️ Second Society - The best place to find second shooters https://my.secondsociety.io/signup?via=john-bunn The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors. #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast

    474. 3 ways to Identify your ideal buyer (and how it helped me raise my prices by 10X)

  5. 7月20日

    473. Inside a $60K Wedding Booking: How Premium Clients Actually Buy

    🎯 Join the Exposure Triangle Mastermind Waitlist: https://john-bunn.com/exposure-triangle   🎟️ Learn more about The Shifting Focus Experience: https://john-bunn.com/the-shifting-focus-experience   What does a $60,000 wedding booking actually look like?   In this episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes of the biggest booking of my career and breaking down exactly how it came together.   I'll walk through what was included, how the relationship started years before the contract was ever signed, why the planners and family trusted me, and the small decisions that ultimately led to a premium booking.   This isn't an episode about charging more overnight. It's about becoming the kind of business that naturally attracts premium clients.   In this episode, you'll learn: • What was actually included in a $60K wedding booking • Why premium clients buy differently than middle market clients • How networking created an opportunity years in the making • Why trust mattered more than price • How the Exposure Triangle of Work, Brand, and Network came together to make this booking possible • Practical lessons you can apply to your own business, no matter what you charge today   If you're ready to get unstuck from the middle market, this episode is for you.   Premium bookings aren't something you chase. They're something you build.     If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love for you to leave a rating and review. It helps more wedding photographers and filmmakers discover the show.     👋 Join My Circle Community: https://shifting-focus-with-john-bunn.circle.so/   🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM   📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2 John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866   Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com   Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/ - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn ⭐️ Vidflow - Deliver your films and photos with the best - Try it free here https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/johnbunn ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Lemlii -  CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ PlotLine Pro - AI Powered, Story First Filmmaking Tool - 3 Free days - https://www.plotline.pro/?via=john ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://gamut.io/product/luxe/?gamut=johnbunn ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE - 50% off   The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors.   #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast

    473. Inside a $60K Wedding Booking: How Premium Clients Actually Buy

  6. 7月13日

    472. Danilo & Sharon: Building an Ultra Luxury Photography Brand

    What does it actually take to build a photography brand that commands $50,000 weddings? This week on Shifting Focus, John sits down with Danilo & Sharon, an ultra luxury wedding photography team based in Europe whose work has become synonymous with some of the world's most exclusive celebrations. Together, they unpack the journey from building a successful business to creating a brand that attracts extraordinary clients around the globe. They discuss what separates luxury from ultra luxury, how intentional branding influences every client interaction, and why trust, reputation, and consistency matter far more than simply creating beautiful work. From building an internationally recognized brand to earning the trust of high-end clients, Danilo & Sharon share the mindset shifts, business decisions, and long-term strategies that helped them reach the top of the luxury market. If you're a wedding photographer, filmmaker, or creative looking to get unstuck from the middle market, this conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to build a brand that people don't just admire, but actively seek out. Connect with Danilo & Sharon: Website: https://www.daniloandsharon.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daniloandsharon  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@daniloandsharon  Shifting Focus is the podcast for wedding photographers, filmmakers, and creative entrepreneurs who want to build better work, stronger brands, and meaningful relationships that lead to premium opportunities. 👋 Join My Circle Community: https://shifting-focus-with-john-bunn.circle.so/ 🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM 📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2 John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866 Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com   Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/ - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn ⭐️ Vidflow - Deliver your films and photos with the best - Try it free here https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/johnbunn ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Lemlii -  CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ PlotLine Pro - AI Powered, Story First Filmmaking Tool - 3 Free days - https://www.plotline.pro/?via=john ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://gamut.io/product/luxe/?gamut=johnbunn ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE - 50% off The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors. #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast

    472. Danilo & Sharon: Building an Ultra Luxury Photography Brand

  7. 7月6日

    471. Justin Roth: Why Relationships Beat Talent in the Wedding Industry

    Try WedTrack FOR FREE: https://wedtrack.app/?ref=shiftingfocus Success in the wedding industry isn't just about creating incredible work. It's about becoming someone people trust. In this episode of the Shifting Focus Podcast, I sit down with Justin Roth to unpack one of the most unique careers in the wedding industry. In just a few years, Justin went from picking up a camera after COVID to becoming one of the most sought-after second shooters in the luxury wedding world, working alongside some of the biggest names in wedding filmmaking at incredible weddings across the globe. We dive into what actually makes an exceptional second shooter, why relationships consistently open more doors than talent alone, and the professionalism that separates vendors who get invited back from those who don't. Justin also shares the story behind Wed Track, the wedding timeline app that has completely changed the way I manage wedding days. I've been using it for months now, and it has become one of my favorite tools for staying organized on wedding weekends. Whether you're a photographer, filmmaker, planner, content creator, or any wedding professional looking to elevate your career, this conversation is packed with practical advice that will help you build stronger relationships, earn more trust, and create more opportunities. Guest Links Justin Roth Media https://www.instagram.com/justinrothmedia/  Wed Track https://www.wedtrack.app  Wed Track Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wedtrack  Mentioned in this Episode Adam Grumbo https://instagram.com/adamgrumbo  Peyton Frank https://instagram.com/peytonfrank  If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe to the Shifting Focus Podcast and leave a review. It helps more wedding professionals discover the show, and I truly appreciate your support. 👋 Join My Circle Community: https://shifting-focus-with-john-bunn.circle.so/ 🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM 📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2 John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866 Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/ - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn ⭐️ Vidflow - Deliver your films and photos with the best - Try it free here https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/johnbunn ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Lemlii -  CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ PlotLine Pro - AI Powered, Story First Filmmaking Tool - 3 Free days - https://www.plotline.pro/?via=john ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://gamut.io/product/luxe/?gamut=johnbunn ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE - 50% off The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors. #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 01:43 Meet Justin Roth 03:00 From COVID to Wedding Filmmaking 09:18 Why Second Shooting Opens Doors 12:11 Building Relationships That Last 21:24 Why Luck Favors Preparation 25:19 The Mindset of a Great Second Shooter 31:19 Behind the Scenes of a Vogue Wedding in Italy 40:41 What Second Shooters Can Actually Earn 43:16 Building a Six Figure Career as a Second Shooter 45:40 The Code of Conduct Every Second Shooter Should Know 53:47 The Story Behind Wed Track 01:00:37 How Wed Track Simplifies Wedding Days 01:05:46 What's Next for Wed Track 01:06:23 Final Thoughts

    471. Justin Roth: Why Relationships Beat Talent in the Wedding Industry

  8. 6月29日

    470. Chloe Ramirez on Feeding Your Creative Muscle (and Building a More Valuable Brand)

    THE SHIFTING FOCUS EXPERIENCE: https://john-bunn.com/the-shifting-focus-experience In this episode of Shifting Focus, I sit down with photographer, educator, and creative powerhouse Chloe Ramirez for one of my favorite conversations we've had about creativity. While Chloe is known for her incredible lighting and artistic portraits, this conversation isn't really about lighting. It's about becoming the kind of artist people can't replace. We talk about why creativity is a muscle that has to be trained, how to stop apologizing for your unique style, and why the more authentically you show up, the more valuable your work becomes. Chloe also shares her journey from school photography to becoming one of the most recognizable creative voices in wedding photography, how she built relationships that fueled her business, and why feeding your creative soul is one of the best investments you can make—not just for your art, but for your career. If you've ever felt creatively stuck, struggled to find your own style, or wondered how photographers build brands that command premium prices, I think you're going to love this conversation. Connect with Chloe Ramirez Education Website: https://chloeramirezeducation.cominstagram.com/chloeramirezphoto Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6y6aOwo3qjgPgdqaNAAehL?si=25c786065079498d Photography Website: https://www.chloeramirezphoto.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/chloeramirezphoto Free Lighting Gear Guide: https://chloeramirez.podia.com/lighting-gear-guide Afraid of the Dark: Intro to Off-camera Flash: https://chloeramirez.podia.com/afraid-of-the-dark Profoto A2 Core Stills Kit: https://bit.ly/4ecIFiA    👋 Join My Circle Community: https://shifting-focus-with-john-bunn.circle.so/ 🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM 📱 Instagram: John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2 John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866 Get in Touch: ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email john@johnbunnfilms.com Sponsors and Affiliates: ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/ - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100 ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn ⭐️ Vidflow - Deliver your films and photos with the best - Try it free here https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/johnbunn ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC - 14 day free trial ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf - 10% off with promo code JOHN ⭐️ Lemlii -  CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months) ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN ⭐️ PlotLine Pro - AI Powered, Story First Filmmaking Tool - 3 Free days - https://www.plotline.pro/?via=john ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ - 2 week free trial ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf - 30% off ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://gamut.io/product/luxe/?gamut=johnbunn ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE - 50% off The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors. #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast   Chapters 00:00 – Meet Chloe Ramirez 03:10 – From school portraits to wedding photography 05:54 – Balancing creativity and business 08:51 – Where creative inspiration comes from 12:06 – Building trust and networking with planners 14:57 – Developing a style that attracts the right clients 18:00 – Creativity is a muscle 20:56 – Why authenticity matters more than perfection 23:56 – Creative exercises that will make you a better artist 27:00 – Dealing with rejection and building resilience 32:31 – Building trust through your work and relationships 34:04 – How Chloe developed her signature style 39:00 – Mastering lighting without losing creativity 46:14 – Transitioning into education 50:09 – Building community and teaching others 54:57 – Why Chloe started her podcast

    470. Chloe Ramirez on Feeding Your Creative Muscle (and Building a More Valuable Brand)
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Shifting Focus (Formerly How To Film Weddings) with John Bunn is the podcast for wedding photographers, videographers, planners, and industry pros who feel STUCK in the middle market. If you're tired of chasing trends and ready to focus on what really moves the needle—branding, pricing, mindset, and building relationships that lead to real growth—you're in the right place. With nearly two decades of experience and a background in educating tens of thousands through courses, masterminds, and one of the top wedding podcasts in the world, John brings a clear, approachable voice to the conversations that matter. Every episode is packed with honest insights, practical strategies, and real stories from leaders who've built something that lasts. If you're ready to shift your focus and grow your wedding business with intention, this show is for you.

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    John Bunn
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    18年 - 26年
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    Shifting Focus with John Bunn

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