The Profitable Photographer Luci Dumas

This episode of “The Profitable Photographer with Luci Dumas” is a bit different and very special. I am sharing an inspiring conversation with Ernst Ulrich Schafer a master of black and white photography. He started as a fine art photographer after being given a camera by a friend in Vietnam, and many years later created a successful portrait photography business that lasted over 20 years ago, until his retirement. Ernst shares his journey as an artist, and business owner, and the importance of continuous learning and community involvement in the field.Key Discussion Points:* The Importance of Studying Art* Learning from Mentors and Teachers * The Role of Participating in Photography Organizations Do yourself a favor! Stop what you are doing right now and check out his photography on social media because you will be inspired by, and in awe of this lovely man’s work. And if you join him on social media you can get support, ask him questions, and will to see his latest works and get updates on his projects.https://www.facebook.com/ernst.u.schaferConnect with Photography Business Coach Luci Dumas: * Website (https://lucidumascoaching.com/) * Email: luci@lucidumas.com (mailto:luci@lucidumas.com)* Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/theprofitablephotographer_pod/) * Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/LuciDumasCoaching)* YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCut3Qk6t6Z2DUJYEYGSCfKA)

Today’s episode is Part Two of Three solo episodes about the material I share in my eBook called “10 Big Ideals for Marketing High Dollar Portrait and Wedding Photography in the “Real World”.You can download your free copy by going to the bottom of the home page at www.lucidumascoaching.com (http://www.lucidumascoaching.com/) to follow along and gain deeper insights into the topic.So what is the main theme of this teaching, you ask? Well, so many people stay on their computer to do most or even all of their marketing efforts. Social  media of course has many great ways to reach potential clients. But if that is the only way these photographers are marketing, they are missing out on the power of meeting people in person, getting their work seen as printed photographic art, and directly reaching ideal clients. In the first episode in the series, I shared some basic wisdom such as the importance of knowing how sell and how to produce photographs that people will purchase. We can beawesome at marketing but fall short if those activities are lacking.Then I cover the next Big Ideas in detail 4- Gift Certificates as fundraisers5- Publications6- Networking7- Create your own mastermind groupBe sure to watch for Part Three as I continue to explore the info in my ebook on marketing. Just scroll to the bottom of the HOME page to get the link.Connect with Photography Business Coach Luci Dumas: * Website (https://lucidumascoaching.com/) * Email: luci@lucidumas.com (mailto:luci@lucidumas.com)* Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/theprofitablephotographer_pod/) * Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/LuciDumasCoaching)* YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCut3Qk6t6Z2DUJYEYGSCfKA)

Oh Goodie! Another fantastic interview with my most listened-to guest, Ronan Ryle, is ready for you to be inspired by. His heart for serving others, his charming Irish accent, and his profound wisdom all combine to make this episode truly special.Ronan loves to emphasize that every day, he wakes up with the mission to empower photographers to achieve their goals, fulfill their potential, and grasp the true impact of their work on fostering a healthier society in mind, body, and spirit.A PPA Craftsman, Ronan has built several successful businesses across various industries, including photography. He proudly serves as a Board of Director of Professional Photographers of America and holds the position of President of Client Success at Infinity Group, which encompasses 3XM, The Difference Maker Revolution, and Photovalue.In this conversation, we take a deep dive into the importance of discovering our "WHY" i.e. the reason behind what we do. And how it shapes the way we conduct our business to align with that purpose.We discuss:• The invaluable and unforgettable nature of what we offer.• Giving more of ourselves and crafting extraordinary experiences for our clients.• Cultivating connections and becoming more comfortable interacting with others.• Shifting the focus onto our clients rather than our own needs.Furthermore, we explore how Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) is not a threat when we remain focused on our passion and purpose, and how we can embrace A.I. as another tool to simplify our lives and enhance our businesses.Big thanks to Ronan for a wonderful, inspiring conversation!Don't forget to claim Ronan's free gift at: https://www.thedifferencemakerrevolution.com/ (https://www.thedifferencemakerrevolution.com/)* 3XMsolution.com (https://3xmsolution.com/)* Ronan@TheDifferenceMakerRevolution.com (mailto:Ronan@TheDifferenceMakerRevolution.com)Connect with Photography Business Coach Luci Dumas: * Website (https://lucidumascoaching.com/) * Email: luci@lucidumas.com (mailto:luci@lucidumas.com)* Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/theprofitablephotographer_pod/) * Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/LuciDumasCoaching)* YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCut3Qk6t6Z2DUJYEYGSCfKA)

Today’s episode is Part One of Three solo episodes about the material I share in my eBook called “10 Big Ideals for Marketing High Dollar Portrait and Wedding Photography in the “Real World”.You can download your free copy by going to the bottom of the home page at www.lucidumascoaching.com (https://lucidumascoaching.com/) to follow along and gain deeper insights into the topic.So what is the main theme of this teaching, you ask? Well, so many people stay on their computer to do most or even all of their marketing efforts. Social media of course has many great ways to reach potential clients.But if that is the only way these photographers are marketing, they are missing out on the power of meeting people in person, getting their work seen as printed photographic art, and directly reaching ideal clients.In this first episode in the series, I share some basic wisdom such as the importance of knowing how sell and how to produce photographs that people will purchase. We can be awesome at marketing but fall short if those activities are lacking.Then I cover the first three Big Ideas in detail* Creating and Using a Contact List* Wall Portrait Displays* Creating AlliancesBe sure to watch for Parts Two and Three as I continue to explore the info in my ebook on marketing. Remember...just scroll to the bottom of the HOME page toget the book.Connect with Photography Business Coach Luci Dumas: * Website (https://lucidumascoaching.com/) * Email: luci@lucidumas.com (mailto:luci@lucidumas.com)* Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/theprofitablephotographer_pod/) * Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/LuciDumasCoaching)* YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCut3Qk6t6Z2DUJYEYGSCfKA)

Hey there, listeners! Welcome back to another episode of “The Profitable Photographer with Luci Dumas”. I am absolutely thrilled to have Bryan Capricci as my guest today.CEO and Founder of Sprout Studio, a CRM built by photographers, for phot...

Who wants to be a marketing expert where attracting ideal clients is as easy as turning on a hose? Then you are going to love this episode of The Profitable Photographer! My guest this week is the award-winning photographer, John Glaser from Texas. He specializes in dramatic luxury portrait photography and has a distinctive style with his portraits of dogs, seniors, and sports.His podcast, “Refocus Your Photography Business with John Glaser,” is excellent, and I will be a guest soon, so be sure to check it out.John shares how his love for photography grew from his passion for sports while coaching at Seven Lakes High School in Katy, Texas. He has built an amazing high-volume, high-sales business using his skills as a marketer and business owner.Marketing seems to be everyone’s challenge, and John has mastered this aspect of running a successful business.Be sure to listen for those top three action steps that attract oodles of qualified clients day in and day out:* Facebook marketing with model searches and giveaways.* Business to Business: How to partner with others and boost both of your bottom lines.* Cultivate a robust client list and use it.John's parting thought is this: Don’t stop! Keep working on the business, especially when you are busy, so you stay busy.You are invited to join the free Facebook group and contact John with questions or feedback:* Email: john@johnglaserphotography.com (mailto:john@johnglaserphotography.com)* Facebook Group: Refocus Your Business (https://www.facebook.com/groups/refocusyourbusiness)* Instagram: @therealjohnglaser (https://www.instagram.com/therealjohnglaser)* LinkedIn: John Glaser Photography (https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-glaser-photography/)Tune in and get ready to supercharge your marketing game!Connect with Photography Business Coach Luci Dumas: * Website (https://lucidumascoaching.com/) * Email: luci@lucidumas.com (mailto:luci@lucidumas.com)* Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/theprofitablephotographer_pod/) * Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/LuciDumasCoaching)* YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCut3Qk6t6Z2DUJYEYGSCfKA)