Podcast
Passion With Purpose - Photography Podcast, Creative Business, Six Figure Photographer
Hosted by Nathan Chanski - Photography Business Coach · EN
If you're an aspiring wedding photographer or established creative business entrepreneur and you’re looking for value-packed photography education, wisdom, and real talk about how to run your biz, this is the place for you!
I’m a wedding photographer/business coach who went from quitting my 9-5 to pursue full-time photography, started out making less than a thousand per wedding to booking six figs/year, and learning SO much along the way that I'm bursting at the seams to share with you. See you right here twice week (M & W) and hit that subscribe/follow button so you never miss a thing!
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Does the Bible say that money is evil?
1w ago00:49:36Tap to summarizeIs pursuing money wrong for a Christian? Do you feel a nagging GUILT for wanting to raise your prices, or build wealth? Let's talk about it.I share my personal journey, unpack key biblical passages, and explore the difference between stewarding wealth and loving it.Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINTQuestions about the Business Blueprint? Email info@nathanchanski.co to ask Nathan directly.⭐️Get the Free Inquiry & Follow Up Email & Text Templates Here!⭐️Follow Nathan on Instagram:https://instagram.com/nathanchanski
Transcribe →Hot take: creating “for Instagram” vs “for the client.”
2w ago00:26:55Tap to summarizeIs getting the shot "for Instagram" a bad thing? Is taking BTS content at a wedding unprofessional?In this episode, I’m tackling a topic that’s been making waves in the photography industry: should you create for your clients or for your marketing? I share why great client service and great marketing aren’t competing priorities. They can actually strengthen each other when approached with wisdom and balance.• Why “client vs. marketing” is a false choice• The value of sharing your work publicly• BTS content at weddings: when it works and when it doesn’t• Reading the room and serving clients well• Avoiding the starving artist mentality• Building a business that creates impact and freedomMarketing isn’t the villain. When done well, it helps you serve more people, grow your business, and maximize the God-given gifts you’ve been given.Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINTQuestions about the Business Blueprint? Email info@nathanchanski.co to ask Nathan directly.⭐️Get the Free Inquiry & Follow Up Email & Text Templates Here!⭐️Follow Nathan on Instagram:https://instagram.com/nathanchanski
Transcribe →Stop self-sabotaging bigger bookings. (Live coaching call with Taylor of Sun & Soul Photography)
3w ago00:27:33Tap to summarizeIf you've ever felt ready for the next level in business but struggled with the confidence to step into it, this episode is for you. In this live coaching call, I sit down with photographer Taylor as we unpack the mindset shifts needed to move from mid-priced weddings into the high-end market. Together, we explore confidence, sales, self-belief, and what it takes to stop standing in your own way.• Transitioning into the luxury wedding market • Confidence vs. competence in business growth • Selling as an act of service • Overcoming imposter syndrome • Handling higher-end inquiries • Getting out of your own wayGrowth often feels uncomfortable, but that's usually a sign you're moving in the right direction. If you've been waiting for permission to step into the next level, consider this your sign.Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINTQuestions about the Business Blueprint? Email info@nathanchanski.co to ask Nathan directly.⭐️Get the Free Inquiry & Follow Up Email & Text Templates Here!⭐️Follow Nathan on Instagram:https://instagram.com/nathanchanskiConnect with Taylor (Sun & Soul Photo):Instagram: https://instagram.com/sunandsoulphotoWebsite: https://sunandsoulphoto.com
Transcribe →Why you shouldn't panic about AI (do this instead...)
May 2700:31:18Tap to summarizeAnd now for a bit of HOPE surrounding this topic. In this episode, I share the “Heart Nate” side of the AI conversation and why I don’t believe creativity, artistry, or human connection are disappearing anytime soon.• Why people are rejecting certain AI experiences• The growing demand for authenticity and human connection• What creatives should focus on in the AI era• Why I believe human value is increasing, not decreasing• My thoughts on artistry, analog experiences, and personal brandingI hope this episode leaves you encouraged to create boldly, humanize your brand, and lean deeper into what makes your work truly irreplaceable.Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINTQuestions about the Business Blueprint? Email info@nathanchanski.co to ask Nathan directly.⭐️Get the Free Inquiry & Follow Up Email & Text Templates Here!⭐️Follow Nathan on Instagram:https://instagram.com/nathanchanski
Transcribe →She books 50% of her clients from Tik Tok!?
May 2000:39:41Tap to summarizeTikTok isn’t just for trends anymore... it’s becoming one of the biggest opportunities photographers have to get real inquiries and real bookings. In this episode, I sit down with wedding photographer LaRita Fisher to talk about how TikTok completely changed her business and became responsible for 50% of her bookings.• Using TikTok to attract ideal clients • Educational content that actually gets saved • Why portfolio-only content fails • Venue videos that lead to bookings • How consistency compounds over timeNathan’s Signature Coaching Program: THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINTQuestions about the Business Blueprint? Email info@nathanchanski.co to ask Nathan directly.⭐️Get the Free Inquiry & Follow Up Email & Text Templates Here!⭐️Follow Nathan on Instagram:https://instagram.com/nathanchanskiConnect with Larita online: Instagram: @laritafisherphotographyWebsite: LaRita Fisher PhotographyTikTok: @laritafisherphotography on TikTok
Transcribe →They nearly burned out… then doubled their income in 6 months. (Student spotlight with Kristy & Vic Arias)
May 1300:42:03Tap to summarizeIn this episode, photographers Kristy & Vic Arias share how they went from questioning whether they’d need full-time jobs again to completely reigniting their business and doubling their income in just six months of being in the Business Blueprint coaching program.We talk about faith, marriage, parenting, business burnout, and how showing up authentically changed everything for them.• Losing passion after COVID and becoming parents• Rebuilding their business from the ground up• The power of coaching and community• Why authenticity attracts aligned couples• Setting boundaries and implementing Sabbath rest• Navigating business while raising kidsWhat I love most about their story is how honest and hopeful it is. If you’ve been feeling stuck, burnt out, or questioning your next step in business, this episode is for you.Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINTQuestions about the Business Blueprint? Email info@nathanchanski.co to ask Nathan directly.⭐️Get the Free Inquiry & Follow Up Email & Text Templates Here!⭐️Follow Nathan on Instagram:https://instagram.com/nathanchanskiConnect with Kristi and Vic online:Instagram Profile: https://instagram.com/kristyandvicWebsite:https://kristyandvic.com
Transcribe →Are you in the "dead zone" of photography pricing?
May 600:33:07Tap to summarizeIf you’ve ever felt stuck in the “middle” with your pricing, this episode will challenge everything you think you know. I break down the truth about the so-called dead zone and what’s actually happening beneath the surface.In this episode, I unpack pricing psychology, client behavior, and how to position yourself to attract the right people.Why price is never just a numberThe different client types at each price tierWhere the “dead zone” idea comes fromHow to know if you’re mispricedHow to escape the middle and growIf you’ve been second-guessing your rates, this will shift your perspective.⭐️Get the Free Inquiry & Follow Up Email & Text Templates Here!⭐️Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINTQuestions about the Business Blueprint? Email info@nathanchanski.co to ask Nathan directly.Follow Nathan on Instagram:https://instagram.com/nathanchanski
Transcribe →He turned down $25k, then made $300k+. (Student Spotlight with Frankie Chan)
Apr 2900:30:52Tap to summarizeImagine a wedding videographer who goes all-in on alignment, niching down, and grows to $300K+ in a year...Meet Frankie, one of my Business Blueprint coaching students.In this episode, I sit down with Frankie from Salt Shaker Films (one of my Business Blueprint students) who completely transformed his business. From $80–90K on the side, to turning down the wrong clients for him (even to the tune of $25k+ one month) to then making over $300K full-time as a videographer, this is what happens when skill meets strategy and conviction.Scaling as a wedding videographer$300K year after Business BlueprintNiching into faith-based weddingsDemand mindset (“house party”)Turning away misaligned clientsIf you’ve ever wondered what’s possible, this is it.Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINTGet my Free Inquiry & Follow Up Email & Text Templates Here!Questions about the Business Blueprint? Email info@nathanchanski.co to ask Nathan directly.Follow Nathan on Instagram:https://instagram.com/nathanchanskiConnect with Frankie:Website: https://saltshakerfilms.com.auInstagram: https://instagram.com/saltshakerfilms
Transcribe →Emails & Texts that get you booked as a Photographer
Apr 2200:11:35Tap to summarizeThat moment an inquiry hits your inbox? That’s your best chance to book, and most photographers mess it up.In this episode, I give you a simple system to turn inquiries into paying clients with confidence.Respond quickly while they’re excitedPersonalize without overdoing itGive one clear next stepUse urgency honestlyFollow up like a proThis is how you stop losing leads.⭐️Get the Free Inquiry & Follow Up Email & Text Templates Here!⭐️Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINTQuestions about the Business Blueprint? Email info@nathanchanski.co to ask Nathan directly.Follow Nathan on Instagram:https://instagram.com/nathanchanski
Transcribe →AI is about to impact the Photography Industry... (my predictions)
Apr 1500:30:50Tap to summarizeAI is here...and whether we like it or not, it’s about to reshape the photography industry in a big way. In this episode, I’m breaking down what I see coming and how you can stay ahead without losing what makes your work human.I’m not here to hype AI. I’m here to prepare you. Because the photographers who adapt wisely will be the ones who win.• AI and the future of post-production • Scaling your workload without burnout • Why shooting skill still matters most • The growing importance of business mastery • How client experience becomes your edge • The risk of getting left behindIf you want to stay top of the industry, you’ve got to be aware, adaptable, and intentional.⭐️Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINTQuestions about the Business Blueprint? Email info@nathanchanski.co to ask Nathan directly.📄Get my FREE Inquiry Email Response Template HEREFollow Nathan on Instagram:https://instagram.com/nathanchanski
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