Christian Michelle Grant: Family photography and the journey to becoming a full-time creative

Send us a textEP 134: Nobody dismisses the importance of physical training and emphasizing proper nutrition, but maybe many of us are guilty of ignoring those priorities for a multitude of reasons.  In this episode, I bring on Cody Rininger; a personal trainer, nutritionist and fitness coach, to talk about his journey into building his business and how he separates himself from other trainers with the goals of changing and transforming lives.  2bimperiumIG: @rininger50This episode is brought to you by Bay Photo Lab.  For all your professional photography printing services, go to bayphoto.com for 25% off your first time order! Cradoc Foto SoftwareStock and assignment photography pricing, image keywording, and photo business management software.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Send us a textEP 133:  None of us really ever get to where we want by ourselves.  Today I want to thank my guests, my sponsors, my listeners for making this show to season 4!  This episode is brought to you by Bay Photo Lab.  For all your professional photography printing services, go to bayphoto.com for 25% off your first time order! Support the show

Send us a textEP 132:  We're back with another round of golf with Owen Main right before Christmas.  In this episode, we chat about AI, archiving, New Year's resolutions, and what is best served for Christmas dinner.  Owen Main@fansmanshipThis episode is brought to you by Bay Photo Lab.  For all your professional photography printing services, go to bayphoto.com for 25% off your first time order! Support the show

Send us a textEP 131: Paying yourself as a business owner can be somewhat complicated if you don't have a system.  In this episode, we bring back Christian Brim, to talk about Mike Michalowicz's renowned method of putting profit first, and why that might be the best option for creative business owners out there.Connect with Core Group!!!WebsiteFor creatives10 questions your accountant should be asking youInstagramYoutubeFacebookTwitterThis episode is brought to you by Bay Photo Lab.  For all your professional photography printing services, go to bayphoto.com for 25% off your first time order! Support the show

Send us a textEP 130:  We all seek resources to help us in our journey; be it people who affirm that what we are doing is the right thing, or people who pick us up when we're down, or who keep motivating us forward when we're resting on our laurels.  This episode is about recognizing that what you seek is already in your corner.  It may manifest itself in different ways, but it is not far away.  I dedicate this episode to all of those who have supported me over the years, particularly over these past couple of months.  I am so grateful for the clients, colleagues, friends, and family in my corner.  I hope this helps someone out there.  This episode is brought to you by Bay Photo Lab.  For all your professional photography printing services, go to bayphoto.com for 25% off your first time order! Support the show

Send us a textEP 129:  In today's episode, I am citing the film, A Million Miles Away, in which the protagonist's father gives his son 5 ingredients in a recipe for achieving success.    Now regardless of whether you buy into this recipe is of no concern, but maybe if you have yet to build your own recipe, this will help ignite that spark, because those who often achieve their goals, have very clear visions and outlines for how to approach their path.This episode is brought to you by Bay Photo Lab.  For all your professional photography printing services, go to bayphoto.com for 25% off your first time order! Support the show

Send us a textEP  128:  I don't know if there's any perfect website formula for photographers, nor am I any foremost expert to speak on them, but I have learned from far more intelligent marketers and business owners than myself, and what I've gathered is a laundry list of mistakes and oversights many of us photographers make, when crafting our site.  In this episode, I'll list off a handful of the most common pitfalls I see in photography websites.                                                                                                                                     This episode is brought to you by Bay Photo Lab.  For all your professional photography printing services, go to bayphoto.com for 25% off your first time order! Support the show

Send us a textEP 127: Traveling for work is one of the more liberating and exciting parts of being a creative, but after time, it can wear on you as well.  From the luggage to the time zone differences to the stress of business expenditures, I'll list a handful of tips to reduce your travel anxiety.This episode is brought to you by Bay Photo Lab.  For all your professional photography printing services, go to bayphoto.com for 25% off your first time order! Support the show

Send us a textEP 126:  Let's face it... Millennials and Gen-Z are delaying, if not giving up on, many common adulthood decisions that came far more naturally to the generations before them.  Marriage, home-buying, investing, saving for retirement, and having children are seen by some as nearly impossible due to the economics of today's day, and one of the big drivers in delaying those decisions....student loans.  The crushing weight of 5-6 figure debt for 18-22-year-olds is often more than they can handle after the fact.  This is why preparing for college finances is so important; whether you're a high schooler planning your college route, a currently enrolled university student, a recent graduate, or a parent preparing for their kids' journey in the higher education process, please understand one basic principle; college is a business, and your student loans are paying the bills.  Today, we're bringing photographer, Matt Brown, back to the show to have an honest conversation about rising student loans, not relying on debt relief programs, applying for grants and scholarships, and the people you need to rely on to make the most out of your college experience.   MATT BROWN Website:  www.mattbrownphoto.comInstagram: @the5browncrewPodcast:  Just a Good Conversation / @justagoodconversation*Also be sure to check out my previous conversation with Matt in episode 43, "10 things every photographer should know"This episode is brought to you by Bay Photo Lab.  For all your professional photography printing services, go to bayphoto.com for 25% off your first time order! Cradoc Foto SoftwareStock and assignment photography pricing, image keywording, and photo business management software.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Send us a textEP 125: We've got a fantastic guest today, family photographer, Christian Michelle Grant, out of Chattanooga, Tennessee.  We discuss many aspects of her art and business; from crafting her shooting and editing style to developing a marketing strategy and pricing structure that allow her to meet her goals.  Beyond that, we delve into her journey of making the plunge into full-time photography and how she manages the anxiety that comes with that move.  This is a lovely conversation about pursuing your dreams and manifesting a life that gives meaning.  Thank you so much for tuning in and enjoy! FOLLOW AND CONNECT WITH CHRISTIAN BELOW 👇👇👇Website:  https://www.christianmichellephotography.com/Facebook: Christian Michelle PhotographyInstagram: @christianmichellephotographyPinterest: Christian Michelle PhotographyThis episode is brought to you by Bay Photo Lab.  For all your professional photography printing services, go to bayphoto.com for 25% off your first time order! Cradoc Foto SoftwareStock and assignment photography pricing, image keywording, and photo business management software.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show