Passion With Purpose - Photography Podcast, Creative Business, Six Figure Photographer

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• “I’m doing everything, but still no results.” Here’s why… 01.07.2026 37min

  If you feel like you're doing everything right but still aren't seeing inquiries, this episode is for you. I've been there, and I want to tell you why it hasn't all clicked yet. • Why marketing can feel like it's not working • The power of slow, consistent growth • Building know, like, and trust • Why you could be "Three Feet from Gold" without knowing 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
• Booked, but burned out? This one's for you. (Live Coaching Call with Dana Mann) 24.06.2026 22min

  Feeling burnt out in your photography business? Booking wedding photography left and right, but feeling like you're running on empty because of how much you have to book to reach yout goals? Worried that RAISING your prices is just greedy?In this live coaching session, I sit down with wedding photographer Dana Mann to talk about overbooking, fear around charging more, and how to build a sustainable business that honors both your clients and your faith. We unpack the tension between hustle and stewardship and why faith over fear may be your next step.• Overcoming burnout in a growing business• Raising prices with confidence• The fear of slowing down• Building a sustainable workload• Faith, stewardship, and trusting God with your businessIf you've been running on empty, this conversation will encourage you to rethink what's possible and create a business that serves both your clients and your life.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/nathanchanskiLinks from Dana: Dana's Website:https://danaphotoco.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danaphotoco/
• Does the Bible say that money is evil? 17.06.2026 49min

  Is 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
• Hot take: creating “for Instagram” vs “for the client.” 10.06.2026 26min

  Is 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
• Stop self-sabotaging bigger bookings. (Live coaching call with Taylor of Sun & Soul Photography) 03.06.2026 27min

  If 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
• Why you shouldn't panic about AI (do this instead...) 27.05.2026 31min

  And 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
• She books 50% of her clients from Tik Tok!? 20.05.2026 39min

  TikTok 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
• They nearly burned out… then doubled their income in 6 months. (Student spotlight with Kristy & Vic Arias) 13.05.2026 42min

  In 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
• Are you in the "dead zone" of photography pricing? 06.05.2026 33min

  If 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
• He turned down $25k, then made $300k+. (Student Spotlight with Frankie Chan) 29.04.2026 30min

  Imagine 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
• Emails & Texts that get you booked as a Photographer 22.04.2026 11min

  That 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
• AI is about to impact the Photography Industry... (my predictions) 14.04.2026 30min

  AI 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
• How to get more clients to the consult call. (Live Coaching Call with Lacey Muenstermann) 08.04.2026 22min

  Have you ever felt like you’re getting plenty of photography inquiries… but struggling to actually get people on a consult call? In this episode, I coach Lacey through closing that exact gap so she can turn more leads into booked clients.We break down where her process is leaking and how to fix it fast.• Why inquiry → call is the real bottleneck • How to instantly improve your confirmation page • The power of speed + clarity in your response • Pre-qualifying better clients through pricing • Simple CRM tweaks to increase conversionsIf you can get them on the call—you can book them. Let’s fix the gap.⭐️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
• "Where is my breakthrough, God?" 01.04.2026 19min

  Where is your breakthrough? I’ve asked that question too, and today, I have a challenge AND encouragement for you.I’m diving into what it really means to be faithful with what you’ve been given, and why sometimes the delay you’re feeling is true spiritual development. I’ve lived through seasons of waiting, and I can tell you: nothing is wasted. God isn’t just here to build your business, He’s building you.If you feel stuck, I hope this shifts your perspective and strengthens your faith.⭐️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
• Business Bible Study: Nehemiah builds the wall. (Bonus Episode) 31.03.2026 14min

  What if the resistance I feel is actually confirmation I’m on the right path? In this first Business Bible Study, I unpack Nehemiah and what it looks like to keep building even when fear shows up.I walk through Nehemiah’s story and share how opposition, doubt, and pressure often follow calling—and why that’s not a sign for me to stop, but to stay focused and keep going.If I’m in a season of doubt, this is my reminder: keep building.⭐️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
• Let's talk about personality (clients book you for it!). 25.03.2026 21min

  What if your photos aren’t the reason clients aren’t booking you as a photographer? In this episode, we unpack the overlooked factor that truly drives client booking decisions—how people feel around you.I dive into why personality, presence, and connection often outweigh skill, and how you can intentionally grow in this area to book more clients and show up with confidence.• Why clients choose based on comfort, not just quality • The truth about personality growth and neuroplasticity • How to build social confidence through reps • Books, tools, and people that shape your communication • Leveraging your natural strengths to connectIf you take this seriously, it could change everything about how you book and serve in your photography business.⭐️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
• Stop saying this to clients, and say THIS instead... 18.03.2026 33min

  Your words are either helping photography clients book… or quietly pushing them away. In this episode, I break down common phrases photographers say during inquiries and sales conversations that actually hurt bookings—and what to say instead to create clarity, urgency, and confidence.You’ll learn how small tweaks in your wording can dramatically improve your booking process.In this episode: • Why “I’ll let you know if someone else inquires” kills urgency • The problem with asking “How are you feeling so far?” • Why “Let me know your thoughts” overwhelms clients • How to handle “We need to think about it” the right way • Better ways to ask about a client’s vision • Why asking for a budget backfires • Moving beyond “bestie marketing”⭐️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
• His health battle nearly killed him. He's now a 6-Fig Photographer. 11.03.2026 42min

  What do you do when a health crisis takes over your business and more importantly - nearly your whole life?Eric Hillestad was 25 years old when his lungs began filling with blood.Doctors eventually placed him on ECMO — the most advanced life support available.Many people don’t survive it.Eric did.After weeks in the hospital, he had to relearn how to walk, breathe, and speak. He missed months of his newborn daughter’s life. Doctors told his family to prepare for the worst.But Eric’s story didn’t end there.Today he’s a wedding photographer, a father, and a Business Blueprint student who rebuilt his life — and his business — from the ground up.In this episode we talk about:• surviving a near-death medical crisis• rebuilding life and work after trauma• faith in the middle of fear• why his photography now carries a completely different meaning• and how he turned a struggling business into something sustainable for his familyEric’s story is raw, powerful, and deeply faith-filled.You’re not going to forget this one.⭐️Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⭐️Questions about the Business Blueprint? Email info@nathanchanski.co to chat with Nathan directly.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📄⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get my FREE Inquiry Email Response Template HERE.⁠📄⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Nathan on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @nathanchanski⁠⁠Follow Eric on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erik.hillestad.photo/Eric's Website : https://erikhillestadphoto.com/
• How to get BETTER inquiries, using Meta Ads. (with Peyton Helm) 04.03.2026 59min

  Peyton Helm (Meta Ads WIZARD) and I getting real about what’s changing in the wedding industry in 2026.If you’ve noticed more ghosting, more hesitation, tighter budgets, and a whole lot more “shopping around”… you’re not crazy. Peyton breaks down what he’s seeing across hundreds of photographers and filmmakers — and what to do about it.We talk about the shift toward trust + transparency, how to stop attracting tire kickers, and the behind-the-scenes funnel changes that can make inquiries feel way more “ready to book.”If you want more consistent, higher-quality leads in 2026 — this episode will help you adapt fast.What we coverWhy the $3–4k market is getting squeezed (and what’s rising instead)Gen Z’s demand for transparency (especially pricing)Where to show price without killing your ability to sellHow to qualify leads before you waste time on callsRunning ads vs. referrals vs. organic — and what each is best forThe “backend selling” strategy that increases show-up + close ratesConfirmation pages, video, and pre-framing (so calls aren’t uphill battles)⭐️Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⭐️Questions about the Business Blueprint? Email info@nathanchanski.co to chat with Nathan directly.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📄⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get my FREE Inquiry Email Response Template HERE.⁠📄⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST ON APPLE PODCASTS!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(Click the link, scroll down to where it says “Ratings & Reviews” and click the small link that says “Write a Review”)Follow Nathan on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @nathanchanski⁠⁠Peyton on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peytonhelm/Work with Peyton: https://fulltimeweddingpro.com/
• When the world feels dark, create anyway. 25.02.2026 29min

  If you’ve felt heavy lately… distracted… angry… stuck in the scroll - you’re not alone.But what if the world doesn’t need more consumers right now? What if it needs CREATORS?In this episode, I share why some of history’s greatest artists created their most meaningful work in the middle of chaos, and why your small, everyday work might matter more than you think.Put the phone down. Pick the work back up. Create.If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by the noise, this is for you.⭐️Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⭐️Questions about the Business Blueprint? Email info@nathanchanski.co to chat with Nathan directly.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📄⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get my FREE Inquiry Email Response Template HERE.⁠📄⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST ON APPLE PODCASTS!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(Click the link, scroll down to where it says “Ratings & Reviews” and click the small link that says “Write a Review”)Follow Nathan on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @nathanchanski⁠⁠