The fastest way to stall your growth? Spend all your time copying everyone else.

In this episode, we’re getting spicy. Because while imitation might feel like a shortcut, it’s actually keeping you from building something sustainable.
We’re talking about the not-so-subtle habits that photographers fall into when they feel stuck, like:

• Using someone else’s images for marketing (yes, even “for inspo”)
• Copying website copy, taglines, or even brand tone
• Posing as a fake client to get someone’s pricing
• Rebranding over and over again instead of building actual systems

This isn’t about being better than anyone. It’s about getting honest:

If your business is built on someone else’s strategy, you’ll never feel confident running it.

This episode will help you spot the behavior, call it what it is, and refocus on building your business—your way.

Grab our free pricing quiz: https://www.theprofitableportraitsocietyeducation.com/cost-of-doing-business-quiz-for-photographers
Grab our freebies: https://www.theprofitableportraitsocietyeducation.com/photography-marketing

We each built 300k photography businesses, and now we’re sharing exactly how we did it.

If this episode made you think “why has no one said this before?” you're not alone. Send it to your photography bestie. Post it to your stories. Leave a review. Not because we asked—but because you wish someone had sent it to you sooner.

And if your brain feels like a browser with 47 tabs open...
MOTIV is the dashboard we created to quiet the noise and help you actually run your business. The strategy, structure, and systems you’ve been missing? They’re all in there.
Start here: https://www.theprofitableportraitsocietyeducation.com/get-motiv

Allison → lentillephotography.com / @lentillephotography
Jenny → jennycrugerphotography.com / @jennycrugerphotography

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If you’re putting energy into SEO and your website but ignoring your Google Business Profile… it’s time to fix that.

In this episode, we’re talking about one of the most underused and misunderstood tools photographers have access to: your Google Business Profile (GBP).
We’ll break down:

• Why showing up in the Map Pack matters more than you think
• How your GBP helps you rank even if your website isn’t perfect
• The most common mistakes photographers make when setting it up
• What to post, how often, and how to get reviews that actually work

And yes, we’ll share exactly what we do inside our own business to stay visible without spending a dime on ads.

Whether you’re brand new to GBP or just haven’t touched it in months, this episode is a must-listen if you want more local inquiries without more hustle.

Grab our free pricing quiz: https://www.theprofitableportraitsocietyeducation.com/cost-of-doing-business-quiz-for-photographers
Grab our freebies: https://www.theprofitableportraitsocietyeducation.com/photography-marketing

We each built 300k photography businesses, and now we’re sharing exactly how we did it.

If this episode made you think “why has no one said this before?” you're not alone. Send it to your photography bestie. Post it to your stories. Leave a review. Not because we asked—but because you wish someone had sent it to you sooner.

And if your brain feels like a browser with 47 tabs open...
MOTIV is the dashboard we created to quiet the noise and help you actually run your business. The strategy, structure, and systems you’ve been missing? They’re all in there.
Start here: https://www.theprofitableportraitsocietyeducation.com/get-motiv

Allison → lentillephotography.com / @lentillephotography
Jenny → jennycrugerphotography.com / @jennycrugerphotography

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“We love your work, but…”

Ugh. You already know what’s coming next.

A soft no that turns into self-doubt, panic pricing, or worse—discounts that eat your profit alive. But here’s what we want you to remember:

You’re not too expensive.
You’re just not for everyone’s budget. And that’s okay.

This episode will help you stop internalizing pricing objections and start owning your worth—without apology.

We’re walking through:

• What “out of budget” really means (hint: it’s not personal)
• How to use our free CODB calculator to actually price with clarity
• Why being part-time doesn’t mean part-priced
• What to say when someone asks for a discount or compares you to someone cheaper

CODB Calculator (Free): https://www.theprofitableportraitsocietyeducation.com/photography-marketing
CODB Calculator (spreadsheet): https://www.theprofitableportraitsocietyeducation.com/photography-design-templates/p/cost-of-doing-business-codb-calculator

Have any questions? Send us an email at use.motiv@gmail.com

We each built 300k photography businesses, and now we’re sharing exactly how we did it.

If this episode made you think “why has no one said this before?” you're not alone. Send it to your photography bestie. Post it to your stories. Leave a review. Not because we asked—but because you wish someone had sent it to you sooner.

And if your brain feels like a browser with 47 tabs open...
MOTIV is the dashboard we created to quiet the noise and help you actually run your business. The strategy, structure, and systems you’ve been missing? They’re all in there.
Start here: https://www.theprofitableportraitsocietyeducation.com/get-motiv

Allison → lentillephotography.com / @lentillephotography
Jenny → jennycrugerphotography.com / @jennycrugerphotography

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.