the worst photography advice I've ever received

About this episode

Cassidy Lynne discusses the worst photography advice she's received and how it can hinder photographers' success.

In this episode, Cassidy Lynne shares the worst photography advice you’ve ever received: from “don’t shoot weddings” and “just rely on word of mouth” to “you don’t need contracts” and “shoot in JPEG.” She's breaking down outdated photography tips, bad business advice, and industry gatekeeping that can hold photographers back from booking clients and raising prices. If you want real talk on building a profitable photography business, this one’s for you.

People in this episode

Host: Cassidy Lynne

Topics covered

• photography advice
• business tips
• industry gatekeeping
• client booking
• pricing strategies

Keywords

• photography
• business advice
• contracts
• JPEG
• weddings
• word of mouth

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