24 episodes

After several years of side-hustling as a photographer, I went full time in 2020, and now embrace the entrepreneurial life. I sincerely believe that with a little hard work and grit, we can all turn our artistic passions into business profits. On this show, we talk about the mindsets, tactics, and systems that can help you go full-time with your creative endeavor.

The B. Knox Podcast: Business and Photography Brian Knox

    • Business
    • 5.0 • 8 Ratings

After several years of side-hustling as a photographer, I went full time in 2020, and now embrace the entrepreneurial life. I sincerely believe that with a little hard work and grit, we can all turn our artistic passions into business profits. On this show, we talk about the mindsets, tactics, and systems that can help you go full-time with your creative endeavor.

    Episode 23 - How to get paying customers: the exact steps I took to land my most recent one.

    Episode 23 - How to get paying customers: the exact steps I took to land my most recent one.

    This episode will teach you step-by-step how I secured my most recent paying customer.



    If you're confused about how to find paying customers as an artist, the episode is a completely transparent case study that you can learn from.

    • 24 min
    Episode 22 - Is it "selling out" to get paid for your photography?

    Episode 22 - Is it "selling out" to get paid for your photography?

    Pretty pictures are cool. But if they don’t bring value to the people using them, they’re not going to get you paid. They are art for art’s sake. And while that absolutely has its place in the world, it’s not the type of work that will put money in your bank account.



    This brief episode with help you shift from a "hobbyist" mindset to that of a professional.

    • 4 min
    Episode 21 - Specialize, outsource, and bring others up as you build your business.

    Episode 21 - Specialize, outsource, and bring others up as you build your business.

    This is a heartfelt personal story about how I'm using the success of B. Knox Photography to bring others up.



    Stories like this one are why I'm building this business, y'all.


    We don’t get ahead in business by exploiting others. We get ahead in business by searching out what people are great at and then letting them operate in their area of expertise.

    • 5 min
    Episode 20 - Don't blend in; stand out! How identifying your unique abilities can drive success.

    Episode 20 - Don't blend in; stand out! How identifying your unique abilities can drive success.

    Are you looking to stand out from the crowd and excel in your business? In this episode, we dive into the concept of embracing your uniqueness and identifying the qualities that set you apart. Starting with a brainstorming session, we explore how to identify your unique skills and strengths that can help you succeed in your chosen field. Plus, for all our loyal listeners, stay tuned for a special offer! Don't miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and embrace your own unique path to success.

    • 6 min
    Episode 19 - Free software programs I used as the foundation for my small business.

    Episode 19 - Free software programs I used as the foundation for my small business.

    Do NOT go out and subscribe to 40 programs that have a monthly cost. You can build the foundation of your service-based business on free software.



    Take it from me: I'm cheap and totally allergic to overhead (ask any of my friends. I avoid fixed expenses like the plague.



    In this episode, I give a bite-size description of 7 softwares (programs like HubSpot, Canva, and Wave) that are free and easy to use.

    • 11 min
    Episode 18 - Refer out work! You can reduce business anxiety, get more work you want, and solve customer problems.

    Episode 18 - Refer out work! You can reduce business anxiety, get more work you want, and solve customer problems.

    This episode tells a recent story of how I successfully referred out photography work. It's work that I'm capable of (headshots) and that pays nicely, but it's not work that thrills me. Consequently, I passed the opportunity on to a friend who specializes in headshots and who gobbles up opportunities like this. You, too, can build an arrangement like this, creating a win-win-win scenario. You focus on work you love (and make some money for the referral), your friends get business they want, and the customer gets a top-notch service provider.

    • 15 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
8 Ratings

8 Ratings

BAnderson ,

Hidden Gem of Badassery

Brian is a photographer who has done and the rare and hard work necessary for creating a viable business plan in a crowded market. I’m impressed with his insight, wit, and wisdom. Every photographer and most entrepreneurs should subscribe. He talks to amazing, every day people who are hidden gems of badassery. 10/10 podcast.

brooksderrick ,

Great Podcast and a Great Human

Love getting to know the guests and the host through this podcast. They share tremendous insight. You won’t be disappointed.

nrobi ,

Great content, even for non-photographers!

Brian brings charm, wit, and wisdom to the life of the entrepreneur.

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