Eat Capture Share - a podcast for food bloggers Kimberly Espinel

In this week’s solo episode (126) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I share the behind the scenes of my creative business in 2023 - what worked, what didn’t work and a sneak peak into 2024 - in the hope that you can apply the lessons I learned and expedite your business growth!
Here's exactly what you can expect from today's episode...
I share the two strategies that helped grow our mailing list substantially this year!I chat about why growing my Instagram this year was a core goal and what major business lessons I learned in pursuing said goal!I note how I make decisions on what content to focus on in my business and why! I explain exactly why I will continue posting content on Instagram that doesn’t resonate.I share how I have grown an incredible team and why it’s made all the difference in my business this year.I share a big win regarding one of our launches this year (and what allowed it to go so well)! I explain why self awareness is vital for every creative business owner and how it served me in 2023.PLUS I share this year’s biggest shortcomings in my business, the hard lessons learned and how you can use these lessons in your business! Note: Audio is not as high quality as usual; my apologies. I hope the episode is still worth listening to and offers lots of value!
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My book, Creative Food Photography is available HERE! It’s for food photographers who want to find their own unique style and up level their photographyHow I transformed a small room into a home office & photography studio. Read more about it in this blog post HEREGet my free tips for the perfect home studio set up HEREMy reels went viral, this is what I discovered! - Eat Capture Share Podcast episode number 122Join the wait list for my new Reels for Food Content Creators Online Course HEREFind out about my Fearless Focus Mastermind and Mentoring program for food photographers and food bloggers HEREOur PlaceVideo content strategies, with Orchids and Sweet Tea - Eat Capture Share Podcast episode number 107Instagram Reels strategies for food photographers with Jasmine Star - Eat Capture Share Podcast episode number 75Find out about my online Foundation Food Photography and Food Styling course HEREFind out about all my online courses and bundles HEREFind out about my free Instagram Food Photography Challenge HEREFind full show notes HEREFind my Instagram HERE 

In today's episode (125) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I'm chatting with food photographer, recipe developer, YouTuber and cookbook author, Murielle Banackissa. We talk about how Murielle achieved success on YouTube, how to monetize your YouTube channel and so much more. Murielle's enthusiasm for YouTube will have you turning to long-form videos in no time!
Here's what else you can expect from today's episode...
Murielle introduces herself.Murielle talks about how she started her YouTube channel.Murielle discusses the ROI (return of investment) from making long-form videos on YouTube versus short form content on social media.Murielle reveals the gear she uses to make YouTube videos.Murielle explains whether there is still space for food photographers on YouTube.Murielle gives her top tips for achieving success on YouTube.We talk about the key things that get your videos noticed on YouTube.We chat about how Murielle got her cookbook deal.LINKS MENTIONED:
My book, Creative Food Photography is available HERE! It’s for food photographers who want to find their own unique style and up level their photographyFind out more about my #EatCaptureShare food photography challenge HEREMurielle’s website, YouTube, and Instagram Murielle's cookbookHyramRØDE Lavalier microphoneiMovieFind the full show notes HEREFind my Instagram HERE 

It’s season 11! and in this week’s solo episode (124) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I share some big news: I got a book deal! I talk you through how it all happened - the ups, the downs and the full blown temper tantrums, what to do to ensure you get approached by publishers too, and so much more!
Here's exactly what you can expect from today's episode...
I share more about why I turned down a number of book deals in the past.I chat about how I got approached by a publishing house!I note why publishers need authors like YOU! I explain why it’s vital to put your work out into the world.I share how I ensured I got the best possible book deal.The BIGGEST difference between self publishing and going the traditional route.I explain why working with the publisher has been a massive learning experience.PLUS a big THANK YOU!LINKS MENTIONED:
My book, Creative Food Photography is available HERE! Listen in on Part 1 of HOW TO WRITE A BOOK (19), Part 2 (30), Part 3 (56), when I announced the book (12), when I shared why I self published (37) and my five lessons learned from self-publishing (79)Read my blog posts on announcing the book, the cost of self publishing vs traditional publishing, how to choose a book cover + title, how to design & layout your self published book part 1 & part 2.White LionHow to get featured by Saveur magazine - ECS Podcast episode 16How to build community on instagram with Sara Tasker - ECS Podcast episode 25Elizabeth Gilbert, Big MagicOn working with top end clients - ECS Podcast episode 123How to find a cookbook agent! - ECS Podcast episode 111Creative Food Photography - The PlaybookFull show notes HERE

In today's BONUS episode (123) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I'm chatting with Egyptian-born, New York City-based food photographer Doaa Elkady, whose client list includes names such as the New York Times, Goop Press, Clarkson Potter, Tenth Street Press and Bon Appetit. We talk about how Doaa found her food photography style, tips for setting up social media to attract your ideal clients and how diversity is an asset in any area, including food photography. This interview will empower you to be your best self and create your best work.
 
Here's what else you can expect from today's episode...
Doaa introduces herself.Doaa explains how she found her unique food photography style.Doaa talks about how she became a successful food photographer.Doaa gives her top tips on how to use your social media channels to attract the clients you want.Doaa talks openly about her experiences as a Muslim and as a woman of colour in the food photography space.We share the unique perspectives and advantages we bring to food photography as women of colour.Doaa gives her best advice for finding an agent.Doaa shares the one thing she wishes she had known at the start of her journey as a food photographer!LINKS MENTIONED:
My book, Creative Food Photography is available HERE! It’s for food photographers who want to find their own unique style and up level their photographyDoaa’s website and InstagramFood photographer Martin PooleFind the full show notes HEREFind my Instagram HERE 

In this week’s bonus solo episode (122) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I share what key creative business lessons I learned and what insights I gained from having my food content go viral on Instagram. 
Here's exactly what you can expect from today's episode...
LAST CALL! If you need support with the business side of food photography, food blogging and food content creation, this is your last week to apply to the Fearless Focus Mastermind and Mentoring Program, using the link below.I chat about why it takes so much more now to get any reach, engagement and views on Instagram, than ever before!I share what longevity of content means and how it plays a key role in virality of your food Reels.I note how Instagram appears to be deciding whether to push your content out to a new audience, and the 4 metrics that appear to be essential for virality on Instagram at the moment!I explain why my viral Reels aren’t my favourites and what I’ve learned from that!I chat about how I managed to have 3 viral Reels in the space of 6 weeks!I highlight why consistency is still queen!I outline the ripple effect my viral content has had on my business, and why going viral is more impactful than ever before!LINKS MENTIONED:
My book, Creative Food Photography is available HERE! It’s for food photographers who want to find their own unique style and up level their photographyFind out more about my Fearless Focus Mastermind and Mentoring program for food photographers and food bloggers HEREFind out more about my Foundation Food Photography and Food Styling online course HEREFind my "Content Tips" Instagram highlight HEREFind my viral food Reels at the top of this page HEREFind the full show notes HEREFind my Instagram HERE 

In today's season finale episode (121) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I'm talking with vegetarian food blogger, micro influencer and former Fearless Focus mentee, Chelsea Vetre. We chat about what qualities brands look for in smaller content creators, why follower count is overrated and how to set your price as a micro influencer with less than 10K followers. This upbeat and inspiring conversation is a must-listen for food creatives who are small but mighty!
Here's what else you can expect from today's episode...
I share info about how to apply for the Fearless Focus MastermindChelsea introduces herself.Chelsea gives her best advice for how creatives with smaller Instagram followings can set up paid collaborations with brands.Chelsea shares insider advice on how to find brands who want to pay micro influencers.Chelsea describes the number one thing that creatives with smaller audiences need to know when working with brands.Chelsea explains how to stand out as a micro influencer.We talk about what influencers with a smaller audience must consider when setting prices.Chelsea describes the difference my mentorship has made to her bottom line and professional goals.Chelsea shares her biggest takeaways from the Mastermind and has a message for anyone thinking about signing up.LINKS MENTIONED:
My book, Creative Food Photography is available HERE! It’s for food photographers who want to find their own unique style and up level their photographyFind out more about my Fearless Focus Mastermind and Mentoring program for food photographers and food bloggers HEREFind out more about my online Foundation Food Photography & Food Styling Visual Story-Telling courseChelsea's website and InstagramChelsea’s lemon pastaDownload my 5 tips for the perfect home studio set up HEREFind the full show notes HEREFind my Instagram HERE