Why do I need to specialize to start a photography business? I certainly do not want to turn away business. Do you really, though? I’m sure there are some areas of photography that you love and others that you do not enjoy so much. Specializing your photography business is something you need to do right […]
Expense and Gross Receipt Tracking Using Business-Specific Accounts
Why do I need business-specific financial accounts? There are several reasons you should keep your business finances completely separate from your personal finances. Easier tracking of income and expenses Keeps finances cleaner if audited Can deduct business credit card interest Pay business expenses with business funds And, it’s just a good practice to keep business […]
Websites and Social Media and Blogs … oh my!
There are so many options out there. Where do I start? A successful photography business uses its website, blog, and social media outlets to attract potential clients, and then effectively communicate and connect with them. There are lots of different ways to start out your web presence for your business, however keep reading to find […]
Protecting Yourself and Your Business with 4 Types of Insurance
Why does my business need insurance? What if your camera fall into a lake during a photo shoot? What if one of your clients slips on one of your props and sprains their wrist? What if you fall on one of your props and break your wrist?? Do you know if you are sufficiently covered and […]
Naming your Photography Business
What’s in a name? Everything! Your name is the first thing a potential customer sees. You want your name to not only tell him/her what your business is, but also stand out enough and draw them in for more. What you see now is either one of the following: <Your First and/or Last Name> Photography […]
Choosing a Business Entity: Sole Proprietor or Limited Liability Company
What does “business entity” mean for your photography business? Do not let the formality of the terminology scare you. In a nutshell, it is a group of people (or a person) organized for profitable or charitable reasons established as a separate entity for tax and liability purposes. Some examples of business entities are sole proprietor, […]
Designing Your Photography Dream House: Creating a Business Plan
Why is writing a photography business plan important? I remember looking at this same list when I first started my business. I was very overwhelmed and thought, “No way do I need to think about all of that right now. I’ll figure some of it out along the way.” I wrote a small business plan, […]
Professional or Hobby Photographer: Which one are you?
Professional or Hobbyist? Ok, so maybe you’ve heard this comparison before. But, maybe you haven’t. Either way, it is probably THE most important question to answer before you learn how to start a photography business. Established photographers should also reflect upon this important question. You may end up being a hobbyist in disguise. You need […]