That’s My Personal Business Eden Strader

Are you considering a big move and worried about establishing your business in a new city? Join us in this episode as we talk to Aly Hansen, and she shares her journey of transitioning her business from Alabama to Richmond, and the strategic planning that helped her start her business in a new city. Discover how she leveraged SEO, social media, and local networking to carve out her niche in a competitive market!
Whether you're a photographer or any other creative professional, this episode is packed with actionable tips and inspiration to help you thrive in a new environment. Tune in and learn how to make your next big move a success!
 
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One on One Mentoring with Eden Strader - Book an hourly package of coaching for tailor-made strategy on refining your craft (or whatever else is on your mind). What's included: one on one mentoring via video call to cover anything and everything you'd like to discuss and learn about your business. And a recording of your call so you can revisit our strategy session on demand! https://edenstrader.com/mini-mentoring
 
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Indoor and Artificial Light: Our best selling workshop! It's time to stop being a victim of unpredictable wedding day lighting conditions. A skilled wedding photographer can handle any lighting situation—even creating their own. So how about becoming an ultimate wielder of light, no matter what the wedding day throws at you? https://edenstrader.com/how-to-shoot-flash-at-weddings
 
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Today we’re talking to Dawn Jarvis, incredible photographer and educator! We’re diving into Dawn’s photography/life journey as she shares her personal experience of transitioning from shooting large weddings to focusing on intimate micro weddings, while walking us through her step-by-step approach.
We also explore the importance of staying true to your artistic vision and how it can positively impact your clients. Dawn talks about the power of creative shoots in building the right portfolio and inspiring potential clients.
We also discuss outsourcing, how to go about getting started delegating tasks to an assistant, as well as motherhood and how Dawn handles being a business owner as well as a mother. This is definitely an episode you don’t want to miss!
 
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One on One Mentoring with Eden Strader - You've got questions, I've got answers. Book an hourly package of coaching for tailor-made strategy on refining your craft (or whatever else is on your mind). Let's put our heads together! What's included: one on one mentoring via video call to cover anything and everything you'd like to discuss and learn about your business. And a recording of your call so you can revisit our strategy session on demand! https://edenstrader.com/mini-mentoring
 
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Welcome back to the podcast, where today we’re thrilled to have Rachel Traxler (back again!), who has over a decade of experience in wedding photography and is now a business coach. In this episode, we dive into her strategies for scaling a photography business beyond the traditional realms of social media.
Rachel reveals the power of leveraging client referrals and SEO to boost your bookings. From creating venue-specific blog posts to building authentic vendor relationships, she offers invaluable insights that go beyond the usual! Rachel's tips on client experience, behind-the-scenes collaborations, and her unique approach to venue partnerships are game-changers for photographers looking to stand out. Don’t miss this chance to learn how to cultivate lasting connections and drive business growth in unexpected ways!
Follow Rachel on IG: https://www.instagram.com/racheltraxler/
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One on One Mentoring with Eden Strader - You've got questions, I've got answers. Book an hourly package of coaching for tailor-made strategy on refining your craft (or whatever else is on your mind). Let's put our heads together! What's included: one on one mentoring via video call to cover anything and everything you'd like to discuss and learn about your business. A recording of your call so you can revisit our strategy session on demand! https://edenstrader.com/mini-mentoring
 
Indoor and Artificial Light: Our best selling workshop! It's time to stop being a victim of unpredictable wedding day lighting conditions. A skilled wedding photographer can handle any lighting situation—even creating their own. So how about becoming an ultimate wielder of light, no matter what the wedding day throws at you? https://edenstrader.com/how-to-shoot-flash-at-weddings
 
If you enjoyed today's episode, please:
 
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- Come join our free Manifestation Challenge, a fan favorite freebie! https://edenstrader.com/manifesting-challenge
- Post a screenshot & key takeaway on your IG story and tag us @edenstrader so we can repost you.
- Follow (+) our show for new episodes every Monday!
 

We are doing some reflecting on life and the business journey in this episode. Then we dive into the latest changes in SEO and what they mean for small business owners. As Google integrates AI into its search engine, the landscape of digital marketing is evolving rapidly. We break down how these changes impact content creators, educators, and service providers, and offers practical tips for staying ahead.
From embracing high-quality, original content to leveraging new strategies for visibility, this episode will help equip you with the knowledge to navigate these shifts effectively. 
 
Harsh Light Workshop: Learn how to overcome your fear of harsh lighting- and use the craziest, harshest of light to your advantage! https://edenstrader.com/how-to-photograph-in-harsh-light
 
Indoor and Artificial Light: Our best selling workshop! It's time to stop being a victim of unpredictable wedding day lighting conditions. A skilled wedding photographer can handle any lighting situation—even creating their own. So how about becoming an ultimate wielder of light, no matter what the wedding day throws at you? https://edenstrader.com/how-to-shoot-flash-at-weddings
 
Calling All Brands - Learn how to build an intuitive personal brand. This course walks you through every single touch point, prompt, and level to a brand that sells for you. Come learn more! https://edenstrader.com/how-to-build-an-intuitive-brand
 
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This week, we're taking a stand against the sea of generic educational content flooding our industry and talking about the frustrations of bad education. We're also talking about our Instagram experiment (listen to the previous episode if you haven't yet!) and what went right and what went wrong, and what we're going to do in the future.
We also talk personal updates and an exciting big life change! Come grab a coffee and listen to this short + sweet episode!
 
GoFundMe for Qusay and family https://gofund.me/c5b52fc9
 
Fill out an application for a VIP Day, a one day personalized workshop for business owners ready to go from surviving to thriving! These are designed to help creatives elevate their business, brand and start attracting ideal clientele. https://edenstrader.com/vip-coaching-days-for-creatives-1
 
Calling All Brands - Learn how to build an intuitive personal brand. This course walks you through every single touch point, prompt, and level to a brand that sells for you. Come learn more! https://edenstrader.com/how-to-build-an-intuitive-brand
 
Amara the Agency - We're reshaping the way brands and entrepreneurs show up in their online spaces - from brand strategy to logo design to full content production.. We're here to help craft you into a wildly successful company, while you focus on why you started this business in the first place. https://amaratheagency.com/
 
Eden Strader Weddings - New York City + Chicago wedding photographers https://edenstraderweddings.com/
 
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In this short and sweet episode, we are going over some personal reflections, with a focus on professional burnout, particularly with Instagram marketing. We're going to be conducting a little experiment on Instagram, in order to combat burnout and find a sustainable solution. 
Come listen so we can catch up on what's new and if you're feeling burnt out on social media, let's experiment together!
 
Fill out an application for a VIP Day, a one day personalized workshop for business owners ready to go from surviving to thriving! These are designed to help creatives elevate their business, brand and start attracting ideal clientele. https://edenstrader.com/vip-coaching-days-for-creatives-1
 
If you enjoyed today's episode, please:
 
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