Have you ever had someone say "Wow!  That's a great picture... you must have a really good camera!"⁠. It drives you crazy right?!  Because every photographer knows that it's not about the gear... it's about the person using it!⁠ Well, the same thing can be said about lighting equipment.⁠ You do not need a ton of gear or the most expensive brands to create beautiful natural-looking light!⁠ You can create the same look with an inexpensive Speedlight and a $25 umbrella.⁠ It's not about the gear.  ⁠It's about knowing how to use it.⁠ And that is what I'm talking about on today's episode! SHOWNOTES https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/its-not-about-the-gear LINKS Learn to create natural looking light in 7 days or less in The Missing Link: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/the-missing-link/ Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

On today's episode I'm talking to Florida Birth Photographer Natalie Zepp about how she uses what she learned about creating light inside of The Missing Link to photograph labor and delivery photos for her clients.  If you've ever wondered about taking your lighting equipment on location, this episode is for you!  SHOWNOTES https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/using-flash-on-location-birth-photography LINKS Learn to create natural looking light in 7 days or less in The Missing Link: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/the-missing-link/ Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

Creating beautiful natural-looking light with strobes and flash is so much easier that many photographers think. On today's episode I'm sharing the three things you need to know to begin crafting YOUR version of ideal light!   SHOWNOTES https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/3-things-to-know-to-create-beautiful-light-strobes-flash LINKS Learn to create natural looking light in 7 days or less in The Missing Link: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/the-missing-link/ Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

Have you ever felt torn between publishing your pricing or excluding it from your website? On today's episode, I'm sharing a conversation from a Six-Figure Studio group coaching call answering this question. SHOWNOTES https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/should-you-publish-your-pricing LINKS Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

On today's episode, I'm sharing a conversation with Canadian photography Tegan Monaco all about how she used the slowness caused by covid lockdowns to work on building her business foundations.  Tegan shares exactly what she did while times were slow, as well as the incredible payoff she's had now that she can see clients again. If you're needing a little inspiration, this episode is for you! SHOWNOTES https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/how-to-use-slowness-in-business LINKS Tegan's website: https://www.teganmonacophotography.com/ Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

On today's episode, we're talking about how to use your "About" page on your website to help inform and serve your clients! SHOWNOTES https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/what-to-put-on-about-page LINKS Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

When did you fall in love with photography? What made you pick a camera for the very first time?  How did you shoot before you started sharing your work with others?  If you weren't concerned about getting paying clients, what direction would you go with your photograph? These are all important questions to ask, and the answers will help you find your authentic voice! One today's episode, I'm sharing a conversation we had about this very thing inside the Six-Figure Studio.  SHOWNOTES https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/whats-your-through-line LINKS Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

On today's episode, we're talking about the differences between branding and marketing and how they work together in our photography business. If you enjoyed, please don't forget to leave a five star review! SHOWNOTES https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/branding-vs-marketing LINKS Learn the framework for building a profitable business: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/free-masterclass-six-figure-studio/ Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

As a photographer, having a signature style is a great way to stand out in such a saturated industry.  But how do you go about creating one?  That is the conversation we recently had inside the Six-Figure Studio and on today's episode, I'm sharing it with you!  Enjoy!  SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/finding-your-signature-style LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

Getting feedback from unhappy clients used to devastate me.  Now I know that negative reviews and unhappy clients are an opportunity for me and my business.   On today's podcast I'm sharing a recent conversation we had inside one of our Six-Figure Studio coaching calls about how to handle unhappy clients!  If you run your own business, this is a must listen episode!  Enjoy!  SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/dealing-with-unhappy-clients LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

Getting clarity in your business around what it is that YOU do is the first step towards building a solid and profitable photography business.   On today's episode, I'm sharing a conversation I recently had with the photographers in my group coaching program, the Six-Figure Studio, around the importance of clarity, how to find it and how to use it when growing your business!  If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to leave us a five-star review!  SHOWNOTES:  https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/what-do-you-do LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

When it comes to creating YOUR version of ideal light with strobe and flash, you need to know THREE main things.  On today's episode, I'm sharing what those things are! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/need-to-know-create-ideal-light LINKS: Get my equipment list: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/free-blueprint-to-craft-your-ideal-light/ Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

On today's episode, I'm sharing the three things you need to know to make marketing your photography business both easy and effective. SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/be-help-desk-not-billboard LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

If there is one thing I know after 20+ years in the photography industry, it is this...consistency is the key to having a profitable business.  On today's episode, I'm talking all about the importance of consistency and sharing tips for how to make sure you have it in your work AND in your marketing plan!   SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/consistency-is-key LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

Welcome to Day 4 of the special podcast edition of the Branding Series!  So far on the series we've covered, what a brand is (and isn't) and the four characteristics of a strong photography brand (Episode 31), we learned the one thing you need to know to build a brand that stands out in the saturated photography market (Episode 32) and we've learned all about the importance of having a clear brand identity (Episode 33). In today's episode, we're learning all about the power of brand evangelists, and how to brand evangelists into your photography business! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/power-of-brand-evangelist LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

What is your brand identity?  Don't know?  Then today's episode is for you!  Have a listen to learn how to create a strong brand identity and how to use it to stand out in the saturated photography market! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/how-to-stand-out-saturated-market LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

Welcome to day two of the Brand Series!  Today we're diving into the first characteristic of a good photography brand.  You'll learn what it is, and the one simple thing you need to do to make sure your brand has it! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/why-you-dont-want-to-be-like-everyone-else LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

Welcome to the Branding Series, a very special edition of the Beyond Natural Light Podcast!!   Listen, in order to build a profitable photography business, you MUST have a strong photography brand.  The problem is, a lot of photographers are confused about what that means, and end up focusing their time, efforts and money on the wrong things!  I don't want that for you.  So this week, I'll be posting a new episode EVERY DAY to teach you all about how to build a solid photography brand and business! Today I’m setting the stage by talking about what a brand is and what a brand isn’t, as well as the four things every good photography brand needs! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/your-logo-is-not-your-brand LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Elise Hogberg of Image Salon to talk about the importance of consistency in editing and how to do it like a pro!   Have a listen to learn the three things you need to know to create a custom look and how fine-tuning your post-production is one of the best things you can do to elevate your brand and grow your business. SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/nail-digital-editing-elise-hogberg LINKS: Get 10% off your first order with Image Salon: https://client.imagesalon.com/registration Article on perfectionism that Elise was talking about in the episode: https://hbr.org/2020/03/dont-let-perfection-be-the-enemy-of-productivity Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

Good news!  You do not have to be all things to all people.  You can say no.  You can simplify. And doing so will actually help your business! I recently sat down and talked with Six-Figure Studio graduate Terry Riggins about what she learned from her time in the program AND how she's using it to take her already successful photography business to the next level!   If you are doing all the things, you are going to want to listen to this conversation! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/niching-down-secret-business-growth LINKS: Terry's website: https://terryrigginsphotography.com/ Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

In today's episode, I'm talking to Six-Figure Studio graduate Angie Heinrich about her experience in the program and how she increased the gross revenue in her business by 100k last year!  This is a must listen! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/extra-100k-yes-please LINKS: Follow Angie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zetamarimosaics/ Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

In this episode, I’ll talk about some of the most common marketing mistakes I see photographers make, how to avoid them and what to do instead! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/marketing-mistakes-to-avoid-this-month LINKS: Learn a framework for a profitable business: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/free-masterclass-six-figure-studio/ Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

Have you ever found yourself feeling like you are stuck in your business, but you just don't know why? Maybe you can't find the right clients.  Maybe you're struggling to make the money you want and need.  Maybe you are burnt out and tired. If this sounds like you, you are not alone. SO many talented photographers spend YEARS struggling in business without knowing why or how to fix the problem.  On today's episode, I'm talking to Marisa Duran about how she was in that exact situation, and how she got out of it in just a few months!  SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/get-help-dont-know-whats-missing LINKS: Follow Marisa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marisaduranphotography  Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

On today's episode, I talking with Philadelphia portrait photographer, Rebecca Serpe about how learning to work with strobes led to learning how to niche down and build the business of her dreams as a fine art children's portrait photographer! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/niching-down-build-business-up-rebecca-serpe LINKS: Follow Rebecca on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebeccaserpephotography Sign up for the Missing Link: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/free-webinar-missing-link/ Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

Sandwiched between the New Year energy of January and the springtime excited of March, February is kind of the overlooked middle child of the first quarter!  I want to change that. In this episode, I share why February is the PERFECT month to make your marketing plans as well as what to focus on so that you use this month to set your business up for success in the coming year! SHOWNOTES: https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/problem-with-february LINKS: Learn the framework for a profitable business: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/free-masterclass-six-figure-studio Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

One of the common things I hear from photographers who have been through the Six-Figure Studio is that they’ve taken other courses on business before, but that this is the only one that has gotten them results. Of course as an instructor, I LOVE hearing that. But I also want to know why that is. So I sat down with Six-Figure Studio graduate Stephanie H to ask her what she learned, why she felt this program got results when other programs didn’t and if the experience was worth the investment.  SHOWNOTES:  https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/why-some-online-classes-work LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

On today's podcast episode I'm talking about the difference between healthy inspiration and toxic competition, because as creatives who work in a very competitive industry, this is a conversation we need to have!  I'll also share how I was able to tune out the noise and create my signature style AND how to determine if it's time for YOU to take a break from social media.  SHOWNOTES:  https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/healthy-inspiration-or-toxic-competition LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

Do you struggle with what to say when writing captions for social media or coming up with content for your blog?  If so, this episode is for you! Listen to learn my simple process for coming up with marketing content your clients will WANT to read! SHOWNOTES:  https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/easy-steps-creating-marketing-content LINKS: Learn the framework for a profitable business: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/free-masterclass-six-figure-studio/ Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

In today’s episode I'm continuing the conversation on setting goals for the New Year by sharing how to set actionable goals that will help move your and your photography business forward!  SHOWNOTES:  https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/start-achieving-your-goals LINKS: Learn the framework for a profitable business: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/c58ac67241 Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

On today's episode I'm sharing why setting goals is so important as well as how to make sure you will be 42% more likely to achieve your big business goals this year!  SHOWNOTES:  https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/more-likely-to-succeed-this-year-kb3g3 LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

A lot of us build our photography business around what we think we "should" do to be successful and end up burnt out and broke as a result. What I’ve learned over the years and what I teach the photographers I coach inside of the Six-Figure Studio is that the real secret to success comes from figuring out what YOU do, what your passion is and then doing it fearlessly. In today’s episode, I’m talking with Toronto photographer Kate Wilson about this very thing.  In our conversation, Kate shares how she freed herself from the "should" trap and instead built the foundations for her dream business.  And best of all, she did it in just 90 days! Enjoy!  SHOWNOTES:  https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/letting-go-of-should LINKS: Follow Kate on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katewilsonphoto/ Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

In today's episode, I'm talking to Six-Figure Studio graduate, Molly Hebda, about how she used what she learned in the program to boost her brand, her confidence and her profits, all in record time! SHOWNOTES:  https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/molly-hebda-growing-portrait-business-fast LINKS: Follow Molly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motioninspiredphotography/ Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

Fun fact.  I'm a HUGE Taylor Swift fan.  And is this episode, I'm telling you why as well as what she done this year in particular that has me so inspired. Enjoy! SHOWNOTES:  https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/something-to-say-about-taylor-swift LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

In today's episode, I'm sharing a snippet of a conversation from inside my group coaching program, the Six-Figure Studio, around the importance of teaching our clients about the value of our products and services! SHOWNOTES:  https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/i-can-not-sell-album LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

Oh friends... it has been way too long since I've recorded and published a podcast episode... today, I'm telling you why!   SHOWNOTES:  https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/where-have-i-been-last-two-months LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

On today's episode, I'm talking about Imposter Syndrome and sharing 3 tips for dealing with it! SHOWNOTES:  https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/tips-imposter-syndrome LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

On today's episode, I'm sharing why CONSISTENCY is SO important when building your brand and how taking control of your light is the easiest way to do it!  SHOWNOTES:  https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/consistency-when-building-your-brand LINKS: Get my equipment list: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/free-blueprint-to-craft-your-ideal-light/ Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

What does it mean to create a “real” or “authentic” portrait?  That's what I'm asking on today's episode, and I'd love to hear YOUR thoughts.  Have a listen, and then send me a DM on Instagram! SHOWNOTES:  https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/create-authentic-portrait LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

In today's episode, I'm sharing the #1 business mistake I see SO many photographers make and how to avoid it making it in your own business. Also, the doors to the Six Figure Studio group coaching program are opening on Aug. 21st!   SHOWNOTES:  https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/business-mistake-how-to-avoid LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

In today's episode, I talking about my favorite light modifier and address why I use it the wrong way!  SHOWNOTES:  https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/light-modifier-wrong-on-purpose LINKS: See my equipment setup: https://www.instagram.com/p/B_5ICsNAv0_/  My go-to modifier: https://www.fjwestcott.com/7-diffusion-umbrella?acc=c7e1249ffc03eb9ded908c236bd1996d Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

Today's episode is a recording I made with California Film Photographer Jennifer Brotchie back in December (2019).  In this episode, Jennifer shares how she used her family's move from Hawaii to California as an opportunity to rebrand her photography business.  She also shares why she's come to love using film and strobes in her work, and why she believes all photographers (film and digital) should embrace using artificial light in their work. SHOWNOTES:  https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/jennifer-brotchie-rebranding-moving LINKS: Jennifer's website: https://www.jenniferbrotchie.com/ Follow Jennifer on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennbrotchie/ Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

In today's episode, I share the simple (but kind of scary) thing you need to do to stand out in a saturated photography market. SHOWNOTES:  https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/stand-out-saturated-photography-market LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

In today's episode, I'll share what a STRONG photography brand is (and isn't) and what you need to do to start building a solid brand for yourself! SHOWNOTES:  https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/what-makes-strong-photography-brand LINKS: Be the first to hear when doors are open for the Six-Figure Studio: https://sandra-coan-photography.ck.page/19b3b91b88 Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

On today's episode, I'm asking the question what is the ACTUAL cost of being a natural light photographer?  Many photographers believe that one of the benefits of working exclusively with natural light is that it's free.  But what I know after over two decades of working as a professional photographer is that there IS a cost to natural light...and it may be more than you realize. SHOWNOTES:  https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/actual-cost-natural-light-photographer LINKS: Get my equipment list: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/free-blueprint-to-craft-your-ideal-light/ Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

Do you hate that harsh "flashy" looking light that comes from working with strobes and flash?  Me too!  On this episode, I'll share three common mistakes photographers make when working with artificial light that leads to that look, and what you need to know to avoid making those mistakes! Want to learn more?   SHOWNOTES:  https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/avoid-harsh-flashy-looking-light-strobes-flash LINKS: Get my equipment list: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/free-blueprint-to-craft-your-ideal-light/ Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!

Chicago newborn and family photographer Kate Weingarten joined the Missing Link just seven months ago.  Since then, she’s gone on to use her new skill with artificial light to completely transform her business, including bringing in over 6K in just four hours through her incredible Santa Sessions! Oh… and she’s doing this kind of business without even having a website!!  Amazing!  Learn more about Kate and see her beautiful work on Instagram @kate_weingarten: https://www.instagram.com/kate_weingarten/ SHOWNOTES:  https://www.sandracoaneducation.com/podcast/kate-weingarten-6k-in-4-hours LINKS: Free lighting webinar: https://sandracoan.lpages.co/free-webinar-missing-link/ Find your new photography BFFS in our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sandracoaneducation Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracoan/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a review, so that I know what content you like the most and continue to bring you more of the same!