Focal Points with Dorie Howell Dorie Howell

Have you ever considered ditching what you're told to do and carving your own path instead? This episode talks to equine photographer Karinda Kinsler, who did just that. Unraveling how she built multiple successful photography brands, Karinda shares golden nuggets that you can learn from to avoid as she candidly discusses the traps she fell into and artistic transitions she made. If you’re ready to find more magic in your business, this episode brings forth the perfect story to hook.
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In this episode, Dorie discusses the difference between being a hobbyist and a professional photographer. She emphasizes that being a professional is not just about charging money for your services, but also about adhering to certain standards and acting in a professional manner. Is it about getting paid, or is it more about adhering to certain technical or ethical standards? Defy your preconceptions and explore with Dorie as she challenges the common definitions. Tune in for some critical self-reflection and learn how to truly level up your professionalism in your business.
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In today's episode of Focal Points, we are joined by Jessica Wasik of Bark and Gold Photography, a pet photographer who excels in charitable marketing initiatives and calendar contests. Jessica shares how these strategies have significantly boosted her business and sales, and how it can work for you too. Jessica gives us the behind-the-scenes of how she runs her annual calendar contest, how she partners with local charities, and how these initiatives help her connect with the community while also growing her sales. Whether you're a pet photographer or not, don’t miss these insights on unique ways to elevate your business.
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Do you love taking online courses? They can be convenient, give you access to experts, can be flexible, and cost-effective. On today’s episode, Dorie shares her perspectives on the pros and cons of online education. She also walks through the things you should look for when signing up for any web courses. Don’t miss out on the discount to Dorie’s coaching programs!
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In this episode of the Focal Points podcast, Dorie sits down with Annemie Tonken, owner of the “This Can’t Be That Hard” photography education platform, to discuss the importance of business alignment in running a successful photography operation. Annemie shares her journey from being a nurse to becoming a photographer, her mantra that inspired the name of her business, and how she focuses on making photography less hard for others through her education platform. With Annemie's enlightening '5 P's' alignment model, this is an episode that could be a turning point on your journey to photography success.
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In this episode, Dorie discusses the dirty word in the photography industry… free. She explores some of the advantages and disadvantages of doing free work. Dorie emphasizes the importance of strategic thinking and having a clear plan when accepting free work, including collecting email addresses for future marketing efforts. "Working for free, the other F word, is not always a bad thing. Working for free without a strategy is a bad thing."
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