Episode 133 - Joy as Business Strategy: How Energy Work Increases Your Photography Profits
In this episode, Suzy Brown joins the podcast to talk about how managing your energy as a photographer directly impacts your bottom line. We're diving deep into why so many of us feel burned out even when we love what we do, and how doing the inner work actually makes you a better business owner and photographer.
Energy management isn't just self-care - it's a business strategy
Learn to separate your identity from your work
Create space for yourself first
Master the art of grounding yourself
Discover how your personal joy becomes your biggest competitive advantage
And so much more!
Connect with Suzy:
Suzy's website - https://simplybysuzy.com/
Suzy's IG - https://www.instagram.com/simplybysuzy/
Connect with TMA:
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Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themotherhoodanthology
Our Instagram: instagram.com/themotherhoodanthology
Connect with Kim:
Site: https://kimbox.com
IG https://www.instagram.com/kimbox
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Episode 132 - From $950 to $2,800 Average Sales: The Virtual IPS Strategy That Changed Everything
When the path you’re on doesn’t align with the life you want, how brave are you willing to be to change it?
In this episode, Jacqueline Benet shares what it looked like to walk away from a PhD and a stable 9-to-5 job to pursue full-time photography... and why she doesn’t regret a thing. Her story is a powerful reminder that creative work can be both deeply fulfilling and financially sustainable, especially when you build a business rooted in values, purpose, and thoughtful strategy.
🔹 Why your “past life” (and all its degrees) isn’t wasted
🔹 How Jacqueline transitioned from all-inclusive to a la carte pricing—and more than doubled her average sale
🔹 What it really takes to prepare for a full-time creative leap (and how her family made it work)
🔹 The importance of building a client experience that makes people feel seen—and spend more
🔹 Jacqueline’s take on wedding work, portraiture, and why brand curation across Instagram accounts matters
Connect with Jacqueline:
Jacqueline's Website - https://jacquelinebenet.com/seattle-maternity-photographer
Jacqueline's IG - https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinebenet.motherhood/
Jacqueline's Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/31Qht3jwiQO3K56AVrJNCG?si=3d26393e628d4d63
Connect with TMA:
Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com
Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themotherhoodanthology
Our Instagram: instagram.com/themotherhoodanthology
Connect with Kim:
Site: https://kimbox.com
IG https://www.instagram.com/kimbox
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Episode 131 - Up 44%: What's Working for Annemarie Hamant in 2025
If the 1st half of 2025 was a little slower for you, you aren’t alone. MANY photographers are experiencing economic shifts this year. But today's guest? She's having a great year and she's here to spill the beans about HOW.
In today's episode, Annemarie Hamant shares how she’s up 44% by leaning into high-touch client relationships, SEO-driven lead generation, and pricing models that actually fit her life.
Why marketing simplicity and strong inquiry processes are outperforming complicated funnels
How shifting her pricing to all-inclusive has increased both bookings and client satisfaction
The long game of building trust, relationships, and repeat clients through genuine personal connection
Why SEO and Google visibility have become non-negotiable pillars of her lead generation
And so much more!
Connect with Annemarie:
https://annemariehamant.com/
Connect with TMA:
Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com
Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themotherhoodanthology
Our Instagram: instagram.com/themotherhoodanthology
Connect with Kim:
Site: https://kimbox.com
IG https://www.instagram.com/kimbox
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Episode 130 - From $41K to Multi-Six Figures: The Psychology Behind Profitable Portrait Photography
What does it really take to pivot your business, raise your prices dramatically, and build a deeply loyal client base along the way?
Guest host Shannon Griffin sits down with Jodi Anne—portrait photographer, educator, and creator of The Posing Method—to unpack the psychology behind profitable photography.
Jodi shares how she transitioned out of high-paying weddings into a thriving studio business, how her background in psychology transformed the client experience, and why understanding human behavior is the secret to standing in your authority.
Whether you're burned out, building, or somewhere in between, this episode offers both strategy and soul.
Topics Covered
➡️ Why Jodi left $25K+ weddings to pursue portraiture—and tripled her income
➡️ The psychology of posing and how it boosts both sales and client satisfaction
➡️ Using the “halo effect” and trust-building to stand out in a saturated market
➡️ The role of seasons, burnout, and self-trust in long-term business success
➡️ How Jodi's Posing Method rewires the client experience from cortisol to confidence
Connect with Jodi:
Jodi's Website - https://j-annephotography.com/
Jodi's IG - https://www.instagram.com/j.annephotography/
Connect with Shannon:
Shannon's Website - https://www.shannongriffin.com/
Shannon's IG - https://www.instagram.com/shannongriffin/
Connect with TMA:
Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com
Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themotherhoodanthology
Our Instagram: instagram.com/themotherhoodanthology
Connect with Kim:
Site: https://kimbox.com
IG https://www.instagram.com/kimbox
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Episode 129 - Staying Relevant When the Photography Industry is Changing
In this conversation with guest Annemie Tonken, we unpack the shifts happening in the photography industry and what it really means to stay relevant as a creative business owner. We explore everything from the evolution of marketing, like why relationship-building is outpacing pain-point messaging, to how AI is transforming the way we strategize. Annemie shares tangible advice on pivoting offers, keeping your brand personal, and using tools like custom GPTs to reignite your momentum. If you’ve been feeling a little off your game or unsure what’s next, this episode is your cue to adapt with confidence and creativity.
Connect with Annemie:
Website - https://www.thiscantbethathard.com/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thiscantbethathard_
Connect with TMA:
Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com
Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themotherhoodanthology
Our Instagram: instagram.com/themotherhoodanthology
Connect with Kim:
Site: https://kimbox.com
IG https://www.instagram.com/kimbox
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