Book More Photography Clients Podcast | Photography Business, Photography Leads, Marketing
 A marketing podcast for photographers who want to book more clients without burning out. Learn how to attract leads, price confidently, stand out in a saturated market, and build a profitable photography business through Instagram, email marketing, and local visibility. Perfect for family, senior, and portrait photographers ready to get fully booked. Next Steps: đˇ Join my Fully Booked Method Program to double your bookings! https://brookejefferson.com/fullybookedđ Visit my Website: https://brookejefferson.com/
Are Your Photography Prices Costing You Bookings? Let's Talk About It
When was the last time you looked at your prices and actually felt confident?
If raising your prices makes your stomach turn, you're not alone. In this episode, we're talking about the mindset, mistakes, and math behind profitable photography pricing.
I'm sharing the biggest pricing mistakes I see photographers make, why confidence doesn't come before a price increase, and how to know whether your sessions are actually making you money or simply keeping you busy.
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The 4 Tools I Use to Run My Photography Business Every Day
There are a lot of photography business tools out there, and it can feel impossible to know which ones are actually worth your money. In this episode, I'm sharing the four platforms I've trusted for years to run my photography businessâfrom managing clients and delivering galleries to building my website and growing my email list.
If you've ever wondered what software I actually use behind the scenes (and what I'd recommend if you're just getting started), this episode is for you.
Inside this episode, we'll cover:
 Why I don't believe in "all-in-one" platforms  The C...If You Disappeared for a Week, Would Your Business Still Book Clients?
If you disappeared from your business for a week, would it still book clients?
In this episode, I break down why systems are the missing piece for photographers who are stretched thin between family, a day job, or just life in general. I walk through how to map out your client experience from inquiry to gallery delivery, decide what can be automated versus what only you can do, and finally choose a CRM that actually holds it all together.Â
I also share my own CRM (Iris Works), why I love it, and a simple way t...
The July Reset Every Photographer Needs
Feeling behind in your photography business?
Youâre not alone.
Maybe summer threw off your routine. Maybe bookings slowed down. Or maybe youâre simply not where you thought youâd be by this point in the year.
Before you panic, this episode is your reminder that you do not need to start over. You may just need a reset.
In this episode, I walk through the exact mid-year reset every photographer should do in July to regain momentum and finish the year strong.
Hereâs what you can...
3 Brutal Reasons Youâre Still Not Getting Booked (And How to Fix Them)
 Okay friend, this one's spicy. I'm giving you some tough love today because I love you too much not to. I'm breaking down the three real reasons you're not getting the inquiries and bookings you want â no fluff, just the truth, and exactly how to fix it before fall season hits.Â
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:
Why your work might not be as consistent as you think it is â and a simple test I want you to run with a friend to find outThe #1 reason I hear in almost every single coaching call for why yo...The Small Things Growing Your Photography Business (Even If It Doesnât Feel Like It)
If you have ever felt like nothing you are doing is making a difference in your business, I want you to hear this one. We live in a world obsessed with the big breakthrough and the overnight success, but that is not actually how a sustainable photography business gets built. So today I am talking about the quiet, unglamorous actions that are working in your favor even when it does not feel like it.
The follow-up most photographers skip entirely, and why assuming silence means disinterest could be costing you bookingsThe simple ask that your happiest clients are...The Biggest Marketing Mistake Photographers Make Every Summer (And How to Avoid It)
In this episode, I'm sharing some marketing strategies for photographers to keep bookings steady and avoid the common mistake of pausing efforts during busy months.Â
A quick overview of what's discussed:
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Market Like a Tog MembershipW...Running a Photography Business Around Your Kids (The Good, The Bad & The Ugly)
This one is straight from my heart. If you are a mom and a photographer trying to juggle it all, I recorded this episode specifically for you. I am not going to sugarcoat it or pretend that it is always beautiful, because it is not. So today I am getting into all of it: the wins, the hard stuff, and the things I wish someone had said to me sooner.
The real sacrifices that come with being both a mom and a photographer, and why I think it is so important to just say them out loudWhat I...Marketing Strategies That Actually Work For Small Town Photographers
If you have ever felt like living in a small town is working against your photography business, this episode is for you. I started my business in a town of less than 2,000 people and built a thriving client base from there, and I am sharing the three strategies that made it possible.
The offline strategy that small town photographers underestimate, and why it has been one of my most consistent sources of brand new cold leadsThe online strategy that works differently depending on where you live, and why small town photographers actually have an advantage hereWhy growing your...5 Tweaks To Make To Your Social Media To Convert More Clients
After auditing dozens of photographer profiles inside my coaching program, I kept seeing the same five things come up again and again. These are small details that feel easy to overlook but that potential clients notice the moment they land on your page, and they are quietly costing you bookings.
The small profile details that potential clients notice immediately when they land on your page for the first timeWhy what you post matters less than something most photographers never even think to checkThe one thing that signals to a potential client whether you are open for business or...3 Marketing Strategies Photographers Arenât Doing Enough Of
If you have been showing up consistently and still not seeing the bookings you want, this episode is going to challenge the way you think about marketing. I am sharing three strategies that most photographers overlook completely, and I promise at least one of them is going to make you think "I should have been doing this all along."
Why the most effective marketing move you can make right now has nothing to do with social mediaThe reason your happiest clients are not sending you more referrals yet, and what to do about itWhy your email list might...Why People Need to See You Again and Again Before They Book
Today weâre talking about something I wish more photographers understood, because this one thing alone could change the way you market your business. It's a simple, but profound strategy.Â
Did you see there is a special bonus for joining Market Like a Tog in the month of May? ;) Snag your free week of coaching with me when you join!Â
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You do not need another saved post, random marketing tip, or strategy youâll forget by tomorrow.
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The Tax Episode Every Photographer Needs to Hear
In today's episode, I'm giving you a full on Tax 101 Workshop! While I'm not a tax professional or financial advisor, I am giving you my advice and personal experience on understanding all things taxes, budgeting, and paying yourself. Grab a notebook and hit play!
Today is the LAST day to snag the Fully Booked Method at its lowest price ever and get a free month in the Market Like a Tog Membership. You can read all of the details here.Â
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8 Subtle Ways to Improve Your Client Experience
 We are celebrating 7 years of this podcast and 400 episodes this month, and I am bringing back some of the most loved episodes to mark the occasion â and this one is SO good.Â
In this episode, I'm sharing 8 subtle but powerful ways to elevate your client experience as a photographer. These aren't big, expensive overhauls â they're the small, intentional touches that make your clients feel like they made the absolute best decision hiring you.Â
From what I send the moment someone books me, to what I keep in my camera bag, to how I stay in touch l...
5 Strategies That Actually Fill Your Calendar With Photography Clients
 In this episode, I'm walking you through 5 foundational strategies that actually move the needle in your photography business: finding your niche, pricing for profit, building a recognizable brand, showing up with visibility, and creating a marketing system that works even when you don't.Â
This is episode 400 and part of our yearlong celebration of 7 years of podcasting, so if you've been waiting for a sign to finally get your business working for you, this is it!Â
Enjoy the Fully Booked Method for just $400 this month! Plus I mention a sweet deal at the end of...
Do Model Calls Still Work To Grow Your Photography Business?
 One of the most popular episodes to date on the podcast is "How to Run a Successful Model Call." In this episode, I am answering the question - Do model calls still work in 2026? If you're ready to hear my answer, hit play!
We are celebrating 7 years of podcasting and 400 podcast episodes!! As a thank you, you can snag my Fully Booked Method program for just $400 this month! That's 8 weeks of personalized coaching and lifetime access to the program. See you inside!
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4 Reasons You're Not Getting Booked (Plus Podcast Anniversary Month)
We are celerbating 7 years of podcasting and 400 episodes on the Book More Photography Clients Podcast this month! I've lined up an incredible month of fun and celebration.Â
Each week, I am recreating one of the top 5 podcast episodes over the last 7 years. You will love the updates and twists!Â
The biggest way we are celebrating this month is by offering my signature Fully Booked Method program for just $400! If you've been waiting for a sign to work with me, this is it.Â
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Free Week of Social Media Content Done For You (Plus a Sneak Peek into the Membership)
We are rounding out March with a super fun episode for you. Iâm giving you a sneak peek at what you get in the Market Like a Tog Membership. Plus you can take all 5 of these content ideas and use them for your own social media. Grab something to write with and letâs get into it.Â
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How to Market Your Photography Business When You Hate Marketing
If the word "marketing" makes you cringe, close out of Instagram, or spiral into comparison mode â this one's for you. I'm giving you the reframe you didn't know you needed, and honestly? It might change everything.
Why the way you've been thinking about marketing is the actual problem (and it's not your fault)What it really means to show up authentically â and the simple shift that makes marketing feel less like a performancePractical strategies to stay consistent without burning out or waiting until you "feel ready"If you've been putting off...
How to Double Your Bookings Without Lowering Your Prices or Living on Social Media
In todayâs episode, Iâm following up on last weekâs tough-love conversation and getting really practical with you. If youâve been feeling stuck, underbooked, or wondering why your calendar (and bank account) donât match the goals you have for your photography business, this episode is for you. Iâm breaking down what actually moves the needle when bookings are slowâand spoiler: itâs not lowering your prices or panic-posting on social media.
Instead, Iâm walking you through the three areas that almost every struggling photography business needs to fix in order to start seeing co...
You're Not a Bad Photographer â Here's What's Actually Going On
If you've ever told yourself there are too many photographers in your area, nobody will pay your prices, or you're just not niched down enough â this episode is for you. I'm calling out the real reason your photography business feels stuck, and spoiler: it's not what you think.Â
I'm breaking down the foundational pieces every profitable and sustainable photography business needs, and why most photographers are missing them without even realizing it.Â
This is the tough-love conversation I wish someone had with me years ago â and it's just the beginning. Tune in every Thursday this March...
BTS: How I'm Making Time For Marketing with a Full Time Job
This episode is a behind-the-scenes look at what my life actually looks like right nowâand how Iâm still trying to market consistently while balancing a full-time job, a full-time business, and real life. Iâm sharing how I structure my weeks, how I batch my content, and what I do when everything feels like itâs falling apart and there just arenât enough hours.
Weâre also talking about the mindset shift you have to make if you want your business to grow: marketing canât be something you âget to later.â Iâll walk you through the...
How to Turn One Photography Session Into a Week's Worth of Content
If youâve ever said, âI just donât have enough content to post,â this episode is for you. Iâm walking you through a simple mindset shift that will completely change how you see your sessionsâand your marketing. You already have more content than you think⌠you just donât have a system for using it.
In this episode, I break down how to take one photography session and turn it into seven strategic pieces of contentâenough to post every day for a full week. From behind-the-scenes reels to client stories and educational posts, youâll learn how t...
One Simple Marketing Move You're Ignoring That's Costing You Clients
Are you ready for a tough love episode? Let's chat about one simple marketing move you're ignoring that is costing you clients. And the crazy part? It has nothing to do with algorithms, hashtags, or posting more. Let's dive in!
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You do not need another saved post, random marketing tip, or strategy youâll forget by tomorrow.
What you need is consistency, support, and a simple plan you ca...
Why Your Marketing Feels Hard (And Itâs Not Because Youâre Bad at It)
If you've ever stared at a blank Instagram screen for 20 minutes or broken your "I'll be consistent this week" promise by Wednesday... this one's for you.
In this episode, we're covering:
Why consistency feels exhausting (hint: it's not you, it's decision fatigue)The difference between "trying everything" and actually having a strategyWhat real momentum looks likeâand why most photographers quit right before it hitsWhy good marketing should feel boring (yes, really)The truth? You don't have a personal problem. You don't lack some secret marketing skill. You just need a sy...
7 Marketing Mistakes Costing You Bookings (And How to Fix Them)
Are you making marketing mistakes that are quietly sabotaging your booking calendar? In this workshop-style episode, we're diving deep into the seven most common marketing mistakes photographers makeâand I'm challenging you to get honest about where you're thriving and where you need to level up.Â
Plus, I'm sharing what I've been working on behind the scenes for the last few months that's going to change everything for your 2026 marketing strategy.
In this episode, you'll discover:
The #1 marketing mistake that's making you blend in with every other photographer (and how to stand out...4 Ways to Stop Blending in With Every Photographer
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Can I be your big photographer sis for a second?
You do not need another saved post, random marketing tip, or strategy youâll forget by tomorrow.
What you need is consistency, support, and a simple plan you can actually stick to.
Thatâs exactly what we do inside Market Like a Tog: Your photographer marketing accountability membership. A place where you always know what to post, what to work on, and how to stay visible enough to keep booking.Â
Every month inside MLAT...
How to Book Photography Clients When You Donât Want to Post Every Day
Exhausted from the pressure to post on social media every single day? You're not alone, and more importantly, you don't have to.Â
In this episode, I break down why relying solely on social media is holding your business back and reveal the marketing strategies that actually work to book clients consistently all year long.
What you'll hear:Â
-The Social Media Trap - Why algorithm anxiety and daily posting is draining your energy without filling your calendarÂ
-The Danger of All Your Eggs in One Basket - W...
Here's How To Book Winter Photography Sessions In Your Business
Winter tends to get labeled as the âslow seasonâ for photographersâbut it doesnât have to be. In this episode, Iâm sharing a few practical mindset shifts and strategies to help you keep booking sessions during the winter months, even when the weather isnât ideal and you donât have a studio.
If Q1 usually feels quiet or unpredictable in your business, this episode will encourage you to work with the season instead of waiting it out.
In this episode, we talk about:
Why winter bookings slow down (and how to plan for it)Si...3 Things Every Photographer Needs in Place for Their Best Year Yet
Happy New Year! 𼳠Are you ready for your best year yet in your photography business?! I know I am! In today's episode we are chatting about the 3 things your need in place so you can have an insanely profitable year. Let's dive in.Â
Would you take just a minute and leave a rating and review for the podcast? It helps me get in front of the right photographers who needs this and gives me a chance at hearing direct feedback from you.Â
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Chat GPT for Photographers: Make Your Marketing 10x Easier
Ever feel overwhelmed by content creation and marketing for your photography business? In this episode, I'm sitting down with Carissa Wu on the Get A Heck Yes podcast to break down my complete guide to ChatGPT for photographers.Â
I'm sharing exactly how I use this free tool as my marketing assistant to save hours every week on everything from social media captions to blog posts and SEO. If you've been hesitant to jump on the AI train or you've tried ChatGPT but weren't impressed with the results, this conversation is going to change everything for y...
What Iâd Do Differently If I Wanted More Bookings This January (30 Day Marketing Challenge)
Hey friendâthis is a quick bonus episode, and Iâll keep it short and to the point.
If youâre listening to this and thinking, âJanuary is usually slow for meâ or âI really want this year to be different in my business,â I made something specifically for you.
Then it's time to join the free 30 Day Marketing Challenge kicking off January 2nd, 2026. You can sign up here.Â
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Why Your Photography Inquiries Aren't Converting & And How to Fix It (Shoot It Straight Podcast)
I recently joined Sabrina Gebhardt on the Shoot It Straight podcast to talk about one of the biggest challenges photographers faceâbooking more clients and converting inquiries into paying sessions. As a family photographer and business coach with 14 years of experience, I shared the lessons Iâve learned (often the hard way!) about what actually works.
We covered: The 3 biggest obstacles that keep photographers from booking more clientsâself-doubt, impatience, and generic messaging. Why most inquiries donât convert (and how simplifying your pricing and booking process changes everything). The importance of clear, simple co...
How I Shoot Indoors vs. Outdoors: My Exact Camera Setup
Ever wonder what camera settings professional photographers actually use? In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on my exact camera settings for outdoor, indoor, and studio photography sessions.Â
I break down the technical details in a way that's easy to understand, whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your approach. I'm sharing hard-won wisdom from years of trial and error, in-person workshops, and mentorshipâincluding why shooting underexposed might transform your editing workflow and why your shutter speed could be the culprit behind blurry family photos.
In this episode, I'm covering:<...
The Real Reason Youâre Not Booking Clients (The Unscripted Podcast)
In this episode of The Unscripted Podcast, I sit down with Anna Hutchcroft to talk about one of the most common struggles photographers face â why your pricing isnât the problem when youâre not booking. I share the real reasons photographers struggle to attract clients, plus how to shift your mindset and marketing to stand out and convert more inquiries into bookings.
We dig into:
Why your mindset matters more than your price listSix practical strategies to attract more leadsHow to master in-person networking (even if youâre an introvert)The secret to confidently asking for the...Planning Your Most Profitable Photography Year in 2026
We might not be done with 2025 just yet, but itâs time to start planning for your most profitable (and peaceful) year yet in 2026. In this episode, Iâm walking you through a simple three-part process to reflect on your past year, dream big for whatâs next, and create a realistic action plan you can actually stick to.
Hereâs what youâll learn:
The key questions to review from 2025 before setting new goalsHow to set meaningful business and lifestyle goals for 2026My step-by-step method for turning those goals into an actionable planIf youâre rea...
How to Get Your Friends & Family to Choose You as Their Photographer
Weâve all been thereâwondering why our friends and family donât hire us for photos when we know weâd do an amazing job. In this episode, Iâm breaking down the truth about why that happens and how to stop taking it personally so you can shift your focus toward finding clients who truly value your work.
Hereâs what youâll learn:
Why friends and family often hesitate to book you (and why itâs not about your talent)How to move past discouragement and build confidence in your businessWhere to focus your marketing e...Hereâs Why Email Marketing Is the Missing Piece in Your Strategy
Hey friend! In this episode, I'm breaking down why email marketing is an absolute must for your photography businessâespecially if you're struggling to book clients from social media alone.Â
I'm sharing real numbers from my own business (like how I filled all 7 of my Christmas mini spots using just 3 emails with a 46% open rate!), plus I'm walking you through exactly how to build your list starting with past clients and your current social media followers.Â
I'm also diving into why I'm obsessed with Flodesk and giving you a whole year of email templates when you...
Itâs Time to Audit Your Pricing (Grab Your Packages and Letâs Go!)
Itâs time to audit your pricing and make sure your photography packages are actually setting you up for profit in 2026. In this episode, Iâm walking you through a hands-on pricing audit so you can stop guessing what to charge and start paying yourself what you deserve. Grab your notebook and calculatorâweâre doing the work together in real time!
Hereâs what youâll learn:
How to find your true hourly rate (and what it reveals about your pricing)My step-by-step formula for setting profitable session ratesHow to align your packages and client experience w...How to Increase Client Reviews (Without Feeling Awkward)
Letâs talk about reviewsâbecause theyâre one of the most powerful ways to build trust and attract new photography clients. But how do you actually get more of them without feeling pushy or awkward? In this episode, Iâm breaking down the simple system I use (and teach inside The Fully Booked Method) to help you collect more glowing reviews with ease.
Hereâs what youâll learn:
The best time to ask for a review so clients actually follow throughHow to make the process easy and natural (no awkward begging!)What to do if you recei...