Biz With Boundaries - The Pod

Kelsey Converse
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The podcast for wedding and elopement photographers working SO hard but never quite getting ahead, because the reason you’re stuck isn’t your photography skills, it’s the business side no one ever taught you. 

Season 1

  1. EPISODE 1

    Ep. 1 Photography skills alone aren’t enough for a successful biz

    If you’re a photographer craving more freedom, more income, and a business that supports your life (not the other way around), this podcast is for you. In this episode, I’m sharing my journey—from documenting birthdays with a Canon Rebel to building a multiple six-figure business with intention, systems, and strategy. I’m also pulling back the curtain on the hard lessons I learned in the early years—like what really leads to burnout, why “booked out” doesn’t mean successful, and how saying no helped me scale. In this episode: My journey from side hustle to full-time photographer and coachThe turning point that made me quit my corporate jobHow I scaled back sessions and increased my revenueWhy strategy and boundaries are key to sustainable success  Quote of the Episode: “I don’t believe you have to hustle harder to be successful. You get to choose a different way.” Connect with Me: → Instagram: @kelsconverse  → Join the waitlist or community

    8 min

  2. EPISODE 2

    Ep. 2 For the photogs who have tried EVERYTHING

    Today’s episode is your heartfelt pep talk and a wake-up call. In this episode, I share one of the most common things I hear from photographers and creatives: "I've done everything and it's still not working." If that's you, and if you’ve been feeling stuck and burnt out… you cannot skip this episode.  In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why doing “all the things” still might not be the right thingsHow persistence is your greatest business assetMegan’s story: how she doubled her income in less than a yearWhat really moves the needle (hint: not more hustle)  Quote of the Episode: "It’s not about more hustle. You need more clarity, a solid path forward, and the right focus." Connect with Me: → Instagram: @kelsconverse  → Join the waitlist or community

    10 min

  3. EPISODE 3

    Ep. 3 Can you relate?

    This is your reminder that you are not alone in the hard stuff. In this episode, I walk through the most common struggles photographers face—from inbox crickets to comparison spirals—and how every single one is fixable.   In This Episode, You’ll Learn:  Why no inquiries doesn’t mean you’re brokenHow to stop getting ghosted after great consult callsWhat to do when people say your prices are too highWhy you NEED to get out of Facebook groupsWhen it’s time to stop shooting everything and start niching downQuote of the Episode: “You're not doing it wrong—and you're definitely not failing. These are common problems, not permanent ones.” Connect with Me: → Instagram: @kelsconverse → Join the waitlist or community

    14 min

  4. EPISODE 4

    Ep. 4 You didn’t go to business school

    You picked up a camera because you loved capturing moments—not because you wanted to build workflows or learn marketing funnels. In this episode, I’m here to remind you: you’re not behind. You just haven’t been taught the business side yet—and that’s exactly what we’re going to fix. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: What’s really missing when you feel like you're spinning your wheelsHow to start thinking like a business owner (even if it’s never felt natural)What to do instead of guessing your way through proposals, pricing, and marketingWhy your creativity is not the issue—you just need strategyQuote of the Episode: “You can take magic photos, but if you don’t know how to market them—no one will find you.” Connect with Me: → Instagram: @kelsconverse  → Join the waitlist or community

    7 min

  5. EPISODE 5

    Ep. 5 The 3 reasons your biz isn’t thriving (+1 thing you CAN’T blame)

    If you’re burned out, stuck, or wondering why your business just isn’t working the way you thought it would—this episode is for you. I’m sharing three real, root-cause reasons photographers stay stuck in hustle mode—and exactly how to fix them starting today. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: What marketing data you NEED to start trackingHow your scarcity mindset might be killing your businessThe hard truth about copying what other photographers are doingHow to build a personalized plan that actually feels like you Quote of the Episode: “Every year in business is a little weird. What matters is your ability to shift, adapt, and grow.” Connect with Me: → Instagram: @kelsconverse → Join the waitlist or community

    10 min

  6. EPISODE 6

    Ep. 6 YOU define your success

    Today’s episode is all about your version of success—not Instagram’s, not your mentor’s, and not mine. I’m walking you through how to define what freedom, income, and fulfillment actually look like for you. The truth is your business should support your dream life, not the other way around.  In This Episode, You’ll Learn: How chasing someone else’s dream leads to burnout and resentmentThe mindset shift that helps you build a business that works for youA powerful dream day visualization exercise to clarify your goalsReal-life proof: how Bridget built a 6-figure business working just 2–3 months a year Quote of the Episode: “I care about your version of freedom—not the one Instagram says you should want.” Connect with Me: → Instagram: @kelsconverse → Join the waitlist or community

    9 min

  7. EPISODE 7

    Ep. 7 Which type of photographer are you

    You don’t need to change who you are to grow a business that works. In this episode, I’m sharing real stories from real photographers—Bridget, Sam, and Lindsey—who all found success in totally different ways. Different learning styles, different goals, same powerful results. This isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s a choose-your-own-adventure. In This Episode: How Bridget built a $187k business working just 3 months a yearSam’s journey from “last resort” to fully bookedHow Lindsey hit $50k+ while embracing her ADHD and going her own paceWhy your path gets to look like youQuote of the Episode: “There’s no one type of photographer who succeeds. The goal isn’t to fit a mold—it’s to build a business that feels like home to you.” Connect with Me: → Instagram: @kelsconverse → Join the waitlist or community

    8 min

  8. EPISODE 8

    Ep. 8 Brand new to biz and starting from scratch Listen to this

    Still working a full-time job and wondering if you’re ready to go all in? This episode is for you. If photography is your side thing (for now), I want to help you skip the overwhelm and build your business right—with clarity, boundaries, and real support. You're not behind. You're right on time.  In This Episode: Why great photos aren’t enough to grow a sustainable businessThe biggest mistakes new photographers makeWhy pricing, systems, and strategy matter from the startBridget’s story: how she built a 6-figure business in 3 months a year Quote of the Episode: “You don’t need to wait until you’re ‘ready’—you just need to start with intention. It’s not too early. It’s the perfect time.” Connect with Me: → Instagram: @kelsconverse → Join the waitlist or community

    6 min
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The podcast for wedding and elopement photographers working SO hard but never quite getting ahead, because the reason you’re stuck isn’t your photography skills, it’s the business side no one ever taught you. 

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