Turning Creativity into Cash: Building a Profitable Photography Business with Rod Alan
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In today’s conversation on the “Focus on Business” podcast, Jane Goodrich is joined by experienced wedding photographer and self-proclaimed “Nerd-for-Hire,” Roderick Alan. They discuss how Rod’s love for creativity initially attracted him to the photography industry, and how he’s since expanded his services to include guiding other photographers through website building, SEO, and Facebook ads in order to help them turn their passion into thriving businesses.
Rod opens up about the challenges he faced when building his photography business, emphasizing the importance of treating it like a business rather than just a hobby. He talks about the common misconception that business will naturally grow through word-of-mouth, and highlights the need for proactive marketing and self-promotion, particularly through digital advertising.
The conversation also delves into the issue of burnout and the significance of mental health, particularly in an industry that requires both extroversion during events and time to recharge afterward. Rod extols the benefits of therapy and self-confidence to overcome both personal and professional hurdles and achieve success.
Tune in to learn from Roderick’s experiences and gain a fresh perspective on what it takes to thrive in the world of photography!
You can find Rod at:
https://roderickalan.co.uk
https://www.instagram.com/roderickalanphotography/
https://www.facebook.com/roderickalanphotography/
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You can find Jane at
https://www.Janegoodrich.com
https://www.instagram.com/jane.goodrich
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYfForhibA6mLABnAlne8_Q
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