Are bridal shows worth it? When I was first starting out, bridal shows had a bit of a bad reputation. I’d hear things like “they’re outdated,” “you only meet budget shoppers,” or “it’s a total waste of time.” But now that I’ve been in this industry for years, I can confidently say—bridal shows can be […]

Ready to boost your bookings with model calls? Have you been itching to break into a new market or niche, but you’re not quite sure how to make the leap? Or maybe you’ve been craving more creativity in your business, space to play, test out new gear, try different posing, or just shoot something that […]

If you’re still sending the same flat rate package to every inquiry and feeling frustrated that it’s either ghosted or underbooked, this episode (and post) is for you. One of the most powerful shifts I’ve seen in my own business—and in the businesses of the women I coach—is moving from rigid pricing sheets to custom […]

At the start of 2024, I had every intention of sharing my expertise through courses. I mapped out full courses, following in the footsteps of many before me. I had the outlines, the ideas, the goals. But a few weeks later, I found myself at the Creative Educator Conference, and everything changed. I knew photography […]

Hey everyone! Welcome back to the Self Starter Podcast. I’m Nichole Lauren, your host, and today, I’m thrilled to share about my Photography Business Mastermind program that just wrapped up. It was an incredible experience, and if you’re interested, the next round starts in November 2024. Head HERE to sign up for the waitlist or […]

Welcome to another episode of Self-Starter Podcast! I’m thrilled to have you join us today as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Aislinn who embarked on a remarkable journey from luxury wedding photographer to business coach for wedding pros. We’re tackling the topic of how to up-level your wedding business and, more specifically, focusing […]

In this episode, we dive into the art of making genuine connections at conferences. Join me as I interview Cameron and Tia. We discuss how to be strategic yet authentic in your networking efforts to ensure you get the most out of your conference experience. We share practical conference networking tips including: preparation, maximizing time […]

Welcome back to the Self Starter Podcast! Today we have a special guest, Christi Johnson from Christi Johnson Creative. Christi is not only an amazing business owner but also a dear friend. We recently recorded an episode for her podcast, and it was such a blast! If you want to check it out, I’ll leave […]

In this episode of the Self Starter Podcast, I chat with Halle from Take Your Shot, delving into her inspiring journey as a wedding photographer and business coach. Halle’s experiences offer valuable insights on how to book destination weddings and tips for aspiring photographers can break into this niche. Listen to this episode now: Listen […]

Welcome back to the Self Starter Podcast! I’m Nichole Lauren, and I’m thrilled to share today’s episode with you. This episode is short but packed with encouragement as I share the top three things I learned at the Graceful Gathering conference held in April. Listen to this episode now: Listen on your favorite platform: APPLE, […]