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Welcome to Keeping Candid, the podcast about love, careers and health. Unsure whether to leap into the world of online dating? Want to pluck up the courage to ask for that pay rise? Need to detox your life of bad friendships? Feel like you’re in a nightmare housemate loophole? You are most definitely not alone. Tune in for frank discussions from Hannah, Kara and Lauren, advice from those who’ve been there, and our attempts at practising what we preach... To stay in the know about new episode ...
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KIC is back with a new series and a new co-host! Millie and Lauren will be bringing you candid chat about pop culture and a little bit of everything else during lockdown, because surely it isn't all just baking banana bread and zoom quizzes. Join the conversation with us online & find us on IG: @millie_cotton & @lauren_talks. All episodes prior to March 2020 were recorded with Millie Cotton and Sophie Milner. Sophie can now be found on Private Message Podcast.
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You’re not new to the wedding photography game. Everywhere you look for help with the business side of things feels like it’s at a beginner level, tailored for someone who doesn’t know what they’re doing. You implement your takeaways and come out feeling like you’re no further ahead than when you started… And that’s definitely not what you signed up for. You want your time back. You’re done with saying “I just need life to slow down and then I can do XYZ”. You’re ready to say goodbye to endl ...
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It's not goodbye, it's see you soon! Season two has come to an end. Listen to today's episode to learn more about ways we can work together, and what I have in the works over the next couple of months. Thanks so much for being here for another amazing season! Full Show Notes - Coming Soon HoneyBook Housekeeping: https://simplysandrayvonne.ca/housek…
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Today I'm spilling the tea on the three worst pieces of advice I've ever received as a photography business owner! Full Show Notes - Coming Soon Template Shop: https://simplysandrayvonne.ca/shop Takeaways Set pricing based on future financial goals, not on initial experience Always have contracts in place to protect both the photographer and the cl…
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Systems aren’t just about making things easier for you behind the scenes. When you utilize them to their fullest, they’ll help you deliver an amazing client experience in your photography business, too! Diana Wei Fang from The Finer Points joins me for an interview today and shares some real life examples of businesses that are doing just that, and…
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We're at a tipping point in wedding season where a few key changes are what could be what sets you on a path away from burnout at the end of this year's wedding season. Discover actionable strategies to set boundaries, prioritize self-care, protect your well-being while managing a busy photography schedule, and more on today's episode! Show Notes: …
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Flipping the script to talk FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY today! I'm sharing how I balance candid and posed photos during a session, as well as my three favorite prompts for capturing genuine reactions and natural emotions in family photos in this short and sweet episode! Show Notes: https://simplysandrayvonne.ca/family-photography-prompts/ Chronically Ill, D…
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Dolly DeLong, a photographer and systems educator for creatives, joins me on the podcast this week to chat about the importance of launch strategies for photographers! She shares tips on how to plan and strategize for launches, create intentional content, and automate processes to support you along the way. Show Notes: https://simplysandrayvonne.ca…
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Have you ever wondered how I tackle the ups, downs, and all the in between that happen on a wedding day? This week on the podcast I’m sharing a step-by-step look at how I manage two very different weddings, each with its own set of logistics and demands. I also dive into what I've learned about healthy diets and proper carb intake when you’re worki…
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Brand Photographer Angie McPherson joins me on the podcast today to talk about the importance of brand photos for photographers and wedding pros. More specifically, how brand photos help businesses stand out in an oversaturated market, and how they can help you attract the right clients and bring in more revenue. Plus, some tips for hiring a brand …
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Maintaining consistency in a photography business is so important, but it's not just about posting on social media every day. So today on the podcast, let's talk about WHY it matters so much! To put it simply - consistency in client experience, brand materials, response times, tone of voice, and photo delivery is crucial for building trust and ensu…
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Let's talk about the struggle we all know too well: keeping up with social media. Imagine focusing on the platforms that truly work for you and using strategic tools to lighten the load instead. Today on Keeping It Candid, I'm talking to Kara Duncan from The Kara Report, who shares insights on how to create a sustainable marketing strategy, the lon…
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If you're a photographer looking to streamline and boost your print sales, using the right tools can be a game-changer. Today on Keeping It Candid, I'm diving into the benefits of using innovative gallery platforms - specifically Pic-Time. The right gallery service will not only simplify your operations but also offer features designed to maximize …
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Today I'm joined by Yasamin Salavatian, a storytelling strategist and positioning coach, to chat about the importance of showcasing your unique personality in your photography business, and how you can incorporate more of who they are personally into your brand and messaging to set yourself apart. Show Notes: https://simplysandrayvonne.ca/uniquenes…
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In this episode, I'm sharing one of my favourite systems that you can easily build on the go - a locations gallery. I dive into what it is, how I organize it, the important details I include, and so much more. Your clients are going to love just as much as you do! Show Notes: https://simplysandrayvonne.ca/photography-locations-gallery Template Shop…
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Support the show Let's be friends! The Unfiltered Photography Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/unfilteredphotocommunity Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/simplysandrayvonne TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@simplysandrayvonneSimply Sandra Yvonne tarafından oluşturuldu
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TW: Depression, Anxiety, & Mental Health If you or someone you know is in need of support, call *988 in the US and Canada to reach the Mental Health Crisis Hotline 24/7. **** Today on the podcast I'm sharing my personal experience with depression and anxiety as a business owner, and what that has looked like for me over the last couple of months. F…
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This week's episode is all about your website's home page! Alex Collier, a brand and web designer, joined me to talk about the importance of a well-designed homepage, common mistakes photographers make when designing theirs, the importance of including clear and compelling calls to action, and more. Alex also shares her formula for creating an effe…
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Today I'm sharing what's inside my endometriosis toolkit! These are things I use when I'm at home and on-the-go to make chronic illness life a little more manageable. Takeaways Having an endometriosis specialist perform a hysterectomy surgery can provide better outcomes. Items like heating pads, ergonomic seat cushions, and proper shoes can help ma…
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I'm sharing part two of my experience with endometriosis today for Endometriosis Awareness Month! Including an update on where I'm at, how I'm managing things day-to-day, and also how people can support others in their lives who have endometriosis themselves. Takeaways Endometriosis symptoms can be managed but not completely eliminated. Tracking me…
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In this episode, I'm re-sharing my journey with endometriosis and how it's shaped both my personal life and my business. Living with a chronic illness has its own set of challenges, but I'm sharing how I've learned to manage symptoms and prioritize self-care along the way. Join me as I discuss the importance of support from healthcare professionals…
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Let's be real - showing up on social media is exhausting and the return on investment isn't worth it. Candice Coppola joins me on the podcast today to talk about how photographers can use email marketing in an almost passive way to start generating more sales from new and existing clients. Show Notes: https://simplysandrayvonne.ca/candice-coppola-e…
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This week I'm interviewing Cameron and Tia about the use of AI in the photography industry. We chat about our excitement and hesitations surrounding AI and share some of our favourite tools, as well as diving into the impact it can make on your client experience, your business, and your life overall. Takeaways AI tools can save photographers time a…
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Erin Perkins, a deafblind accessibility educator and the owner of Mabely-Q, joins me for an interview this week! We talked all about the importance of accessibility for photographers, ways to improve accessibility online, and being adaptable to client needs. Takeaways Accessibility should be a top priority for all business owners, particularly in t…
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Happy belated New Year, friends! Today I'm sharing my top three favourites in various categories for the year 2023, and a look inside my goals and vision for Q1 of 2024. Takeaways Investing in quality photography equipment can greatly enhance the quality of your work. Using systems and tools like HoneyBook, PicTime, and Imagine AI can streamline yo…
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Make sure you're investing your money in the right places so you're never left feeling like you've been scammed. Laylee Emadi joins me for an interview to talk all about red, beige, and green flags to watch out for in a creative educator! Show Notes - https://simplysandrayvonne.ca/redflags-laylee-emadi/ The Creative Educator Conference - https://si…
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On this week's episode, I'm talking all about an easy way to up-level your client experience without having to spend any money or add any extra work to your plate. Sound too good to be true?! I promise, it's not! Show Notes Coming Soon... Support the show Let's be friends! The Unfiltered Photography Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/unfil…
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HoneyBook and Pic-Time made a huge announcement this week, and I'm so excited I decided to do an impromptu podcast episode to tell you all about it! Show Notes - https://simplysandrayvonne.ca/honeybook-pictime-integration Save 50% on your 1st year of Honeybook - https://share.honeybook.com/Sandra Get an additional free month of Pic-Time - https://l…
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If you're feeling overwhelmed in your wedding photography business, it might be a good sign that you're ready to start outsourcing different aspects of your work. It can be scary to get on board with but there's so much freedom that comes along with it, and today on the podcast I'm joined by Sara Monika to talk all about it. Show Notes - https://si…
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Self-care is important for any wedding photographer, but especially for all of my chronic illness friends. Today on the podcast I'm sharing three ways I prioritize self-care and how it benefits me as a business owner. Show Notes - https://simplysandrayvonne.ca/wedding-photographers-with-chronic-illnesses/ Amazon Canada Storefront - https://www.amaz…
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Ghosting is happening more and more and it's easily one of the most frustrating parts of being a wedding photographer. On today's episode Michelle Harris and I talk all about why ghosting happens, and what you can do about it to make the next booking season your best yet. CLICK HERE FOR SHOW NOTES ******************** Michelle Harris Instagram M Ha…
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Season 2 of Keeping It Candid is here! On this week's episode, I'm giving a short and sweet life update, and sharing a little sneak peek at what to expect this season! ******************** CLICK HERE FOR SHOW NOTES Support the show Let's be friends! The Unfiltered Photography Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/unfilteredphotocommunity Inst…
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It's the SEASON FINALE!! Kassandra from Align Movement Studio joined me for the final episode of Season 1 to talk all about the dreaded wedding hangover - what it is, why we experience it as wedding vendors, and how we can ease the impact a wedding day has on our bodies. Show Notes and Transcript Coming Soon! ******************* Guest Details: Kass…
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Breaking into a new market in the photography industry is no easy task, but it’s something that every wedding photographer is going to experience at one point or another during their career. John from All Heart Photo and the Wisdom In The Tangents Podcast joined me to talk all about how wedding photographers can make the transition easier. Show Not…
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It’s no secret to you that a HUGE part of what we do is create content, and it can get really overwhelming really fast. You’re not alone if you’re thinking - where do I find the time to do it all?! I’ve been there myself, and that’s why I knew I had to get my friend Amanda Warfield on the podcast for an interview! Amanda and I dove into the differe…
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Editorial photography - it’s almost documentary-inspired, and photographers are utilizing flash to create strong shadows that contribute to a unique artistic style. Alora Rachelle joined me to chat about her decision to shift her style of photography into a new category, and how wedding photographers can really embrace imperfection to not just capt…
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If you've ever thought about getting involved with local wedding shows to advertise your wedding photography business, or if you've ever done one in the past, you definitely want to listen to today's episode! Show Notes: https://simplysandrayvonne.ca/keepingitcandid-shownotes-027/ ******************* Support the show Let's be friends! The Unfiltere…
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The wedding photography industry is highly competitive, there's no doubt about that. But there's a particular market of people that are being overlooked when it comes to finding, and booking, new wedding clients. Rob Greene from Square 8 Studios joins me on the podcast to talk all about college senior photography and how it generates consistent sal…
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Knowing your "Why" is such an important, and often overlooked, part of running a business. But there are so many reasons to figure out what exactly it is - and we talked about all of them and more on this week's episode! SHOW NOTES: https://simplysandrayvonne.ca/keepingitcandid-shownotes-025/ ******************* Guest Details: Jasmin Blais of JC Ph…
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As wedding vendors, it's so important to support one another - it's how we're going to be able to perform at our best and provide the best experience possible for our couples. Kim DeBose from Curated By Kim Weddings and Events joined me to talk about the importance of open lines of communication between vendors and how planners can support the vend…
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Have you ever dreamed of working abroad? Or even just long for a vacation where you don't feel weighed down by work the whole time you're away? On today's episode I'm talking with Nova from Nova Markina Photography, an international wedding photographer and educator who joined me to talk all about the steps you can take to achieve a stronger work/l…
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Show Notes + Transcript Coming Soon! Support the show Let's be friends! The Unfiltered Photography Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/unfilteredphotocommunity Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/simplysandrayvonne TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@simplysandrayvonneSimply Sandra Yvonne tarafından oluşturuldu
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Before jumping into making goals for the year ahead, it's so important to take a step back and look at the year that's past, first. Join me for an honest look at what worked and what didn't in my wedding photography business in 2022, and get a little sneak peek at some of my goals for 2023! ***SHOWNOTES + TRANSCRIPT COMING SOON*** Support the show …
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Getting your systems streamlined is about more than organizing the back end of your business. It's about creating an unforgettable client experience from start to finish so your business can continue to grow year after year. I talked all about this and so much more with Julie Painter Fried, a client experience architect and operations manager at Da…
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It's the final day of The Local Vendor Series! A five-part podcast series where I chat with some of my favourite vendors on the London, Ontario area about the importance of creating a dream-team vibe, how to best serve one another on a wedding day, and some do's and don't's we've experienced during our time in the industry. Show Notes: https://simp…
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Day 4 of The Local Vendor Series! A five-part podcast series where I chat with some of my favourite vendors on the London, Ontario area about the importance of creating a dream-team vibe, how to best serve one another on a wedding day, and some do's and don't's we've experienced during our time in the industry. A new episode is on the way every day…
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Day 3 of The Local Vendor Series! A five-part podcast series where I chat with some of my favourite vendors on the London, Ontario area about the importance of creating a dream-team vibe, how to best serve one another on a wedding day, and some do's and don't's we've experienced during our time in the industry. A new episode is on the way every day…
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Day 2 of The Local Vendor Series! A five-part podcast series where I chat with some of my favourite vendors on the London, Ontario area about the importance of creating a dream-team vibe, how to best serve one another on a wedding day, and some do's and don't's we've experienced during our time in the industry. A new episode is on the way every day…
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The Local Vendor Series is here! A five-part podcast series where I chat with some of my favourite vendors on the London, Ontario area about the importance of creating a dream-team vibe, how to best serve one another on a wedding day, and some do's and don't's we've experienced during our time in the industry. A new episode is on the way every day …
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As you head into engagement season, there couldn't be a better time than right now to read through your contracts and make sure everything is in order for next year's wedding season. Paige Griffith from The Legal Paige joined me for an incredible interview where she shared so many takeaways - from doing a DIY contract audit to the importance of con…
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What's the best way to turn a regular client who works with us once and never returns, into a client who comes back year after year, singing our praises and referring all of their friends and family our way, too?! By creating an incredible client experience! SHOW NOTES: https://simplysandrayvonne.ca/keepingitcandid-shownotes-013/ ******************…
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Have you ever felt like you have no idea what's happening with your body? You're eating properly, exercising, doing everything "right", but still, one day you feel great, the next day you feel "off," and you have no idea why? You most likely have your hormonal cycle to thank for that! Today's episode talks all about the different "seasons" within y…
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