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Posted in: For Photographers, The Self-Starter Podcast

June 30, 2025

Why You’re Not Getting Leads

Wondering why you’re not getting leads? You’re not alone. Are you pouring your heart into your business, posting consistently, delivering beautiful work, and yet your inbox is quiet? It’s one of the most frustrating feelings as a photographer, and it can leave you questioning your worth, your pricing, or whether you’re even cut out for […]

June 16, 2025

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Are Bridal Shows Worth It?

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 I’d hear things like “they’re outdated,” “you only meet budget shoppers,” or “it’s a total waste of time.”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 […]

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June 9, 2025

Boost Your Bookings with Model Calls

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 […]

May 19, 2025

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Why Custom Collections May Increase Your Booking Rates

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 […]

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May 6, 2025

Photography Business Coaching | Nichole Lauren Mastermind

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 […]

August 5, 2024

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Photography Business Mastermind | Retreat and Program Recap

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 […]

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July 8, 2024

Up-Level Your Wedding Inquiry Process with Aislinn Eileen

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 […]

July 1, 2024

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Conference Networking Tips with Cameron & Tia

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 […]

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June 24, 2024

Creating Your Launch Strategy with Christi Johnson

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 […]

June 17, 2024

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How to Book Destination Weddings with Halle Heather

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 […]

Nichole Lauren is a photographer & business coach in based in South Carolina & available for travel worldwide.

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