The B. Knox Podcast: Business and Photography

Episode 23 - How to get paying customers: the exact steps I took to land my most recent one.

This episode will teach you step-by-step how I secured my most recent paying customer. If you're confused about how to find paying customers as an artist, the episode is a completely transparent case study that you can learn from.

Episode 22 - Is it "selling out" to get paid for your photography?

Pretty pictures are cool. But if they don’t bring value to the people using them, they’re not going to get you paid. They are art for art’s sake. And while that absolutely has its place in the world, it’s not the type of work that will put money in your bank account. This brief episode with help you shift from a "hobbyist" mindset to that of a professional.

Episode 21 - Specialize, outsource, and bring others up as you build your business.

This is a heartfelt personal story about how I'm using the success of B. Knox Photography to bring others up. Stories like this one are why I'm building this business, y'all. We don’t get ahead in business by exploiting others. We get ahead in business by searching out what people are great at and then letting them operate in their area of expertise.

Episode 20 - Don't blend in; stand out! How identifying your unique abilities can drive success.

Are you looking to stand out from the crowd and excel in your business? In this episode, we dive into the concept of embracing your uniqueness and identifying the qualities that set you apart. Starting with a brainstorming session, we explore how to identify your unique skills and strengths that can help you succeed in your chosen field. Plus, for all our loyal listeners, stay tuned for a special offer! Don't miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and embrace your own unique path to success.

Episode 19 - Free software programs I used as the foundation for my small business.

Do NOT go out and subscribe to 40 programs that have a monthly cost. You can build the foundation of your service-based business on free software. Take it from me: I'm cheap and totally allergic to overhead (ask any of my friends. I avoid fixed expenses like the plague. In this episode, I give a bite-size description of 7 softwares (programs like HubSpot, Canva, and Wave) that are free and easy to use.