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

5 signs you’ll be a successful photographer. 16.09.2026 19min

These are the traits/signs that separate the winners from the losers. After coaching & meeting hundreds (or thousands) of photographers at this point, I can spot the ones who will be successful, even when they are early on in their growth. Don't have these traits yet? No worries. You can start implementing them as soon as today.Get all the info for Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINTQuestions about the Business Blueprint? Email [email protected] to ask Nathan directly.⭐️Get the Free Inquiry & Follow Up Email & Text Templates Here!⭐️Follow Nathan on Instagram:https://instagram.com/nathanchanski

"How do I speak to my ideal client?" (live coaching call with Holly Jones) 09.09.2026 31min

Today's episode is a live coaching call with podcast listener, Holly (@lumiere_photographie_ and lumierephotographie.com) who asks me all about how she should "speak to her ideal client" as the industry tells us to do.But what does that even mean as a photographer?We break all of that down in this episode with tangible, tactical, and mindset shifts that will help you do the same thing Holly has set out to do.Get all the info for Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINTQuestions about the Business Blueprint? Email [email protected] to ask Nathan directly.⭐️Get the Free Inquiry & Follow Up Email & Text Templates Here!⭐️Follow Nathan on Instagram:https://instagram.com/nathanchanski

Why most photographer websites fail. (and how NOT to) 02.09.2026 28min

I'm fired up about websites in the photography industry. Because there are too many bad ones out there.So this episode covers how to make yours rise above the industry (hint: it's not that hard. MOST people do it so so wrong).Do these 4 things, and put yourself at the head of the industry. Period.Get all the info for Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINTQuestions about the Business Blueprint? Email [email protected] to ask Nathan directly.⭐️Get the Free Inquiry & Follow Up Email & Text Templates Here!⭐️How I blog a full photoshoot in 5 MINUTES FLAT using Narrative or Pic-Time.Follow Nathan on Instagram:https://instagram.com/nathanchanski

How you *actually* raise your prices as a photographer. (YouTube episode) 26.08.2026 13min

Most photographers just check their competitors' pricing. Most educators just say "you just have to show your value." Most amateurs just guess. And that's how the majority of the photography industry raises their pricing.I've found that this is all wrong. There's no quick fix for raising your pricing, but there is a specific way to do it the right way, so that you actually get BOOKED at those higher prices, you feel CONFIDENT when you show them, and you know mathematically that you are WORTH those prices. This is an episode straight from my YouTube channel, and I wanted to bring it over to the podcast today while I'm out of office this week, speaking in California for a photography workshop. ENJOY (and take notes!).Get all the info for my Signature Coaching Program: THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINTQuestions about the Business Blueprint? Email [email protected] to ask Nathan directly.⭐️Get the Free Inquiry & Follow Up Email & Text Templates Here!⭐️Follow Nathan on Instagram:https://instagram.com/nathanchanski

Mistakes I've made... RECENTLY. (and how I handled them) 19.08.2026 25min

Have you ever messed up? Failed? ME TOO.This episode is reminder that we all do it. Come here the tea on the mistakes I've made recently as a photographer, business owner, and coach. Yes, recently. I still make em.And then let's talk about what to do with those mess-ups, and how to not let them beat you.Get all the info for Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINTQuestions about the Business Blueprint? Email [email protected] to ask Nathan directly.⭐️Get the Free Inquiry & Follow Up Email & Text Templates Here!⭐️Follow Nathan on Instagram:https://instagram.com/nathanchanski

He made $12k last year. Last month he hit $168k. (with Business Blueprint student, Jalen Moore) 12.08.2026 34min

In this episode, I sit down with Business Blueprint student Jalen Moore, who went from roughly $12K in annual revenue to $168K+ booked in 2026 while preparing to leave a nine-year Air Force career.This conversation is such a powerful reminder: if you’re good at something you’re NOT passionate about, imagine what could happen when you put that same energy into something you ACTUALLY love.Get all the info for Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINTQuestions about the Business Blueprint? Email [email protected] to ask Nathan directly.⭐️Get the Free Inquiry & Follow Up Email & Text Templates Here!⭐️Follow Nathan on Instagram:https://instagram.com/nathanchanskiJalen's Links: https://www.instagram.com/moorefocusphotography/https://moorefocusphotography.com/

Is Instagram still worth it for photographers? 05.08.2026 34min

Is Instagram still worth your time in 2026, or is it time to get photography clients elsewhere? In this episode, I share what I've learned after coaching hundreds of photographers and where I believe client marketing is headed next.If you've been feeling discouraged by social media, I hope this episode gives you clarity and confidence to market your business with purpose.Get all the info for Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINTQuestions about the Business Blueprint? Email [email protected] to ask Nathan directly.⭐️Get the Free Inquiry & Follow Up Email & Text Templates Here!⭐️Follow Nathan on Instagram:https://instagram.com/nathanchanski

She's 25. Hit $120k this year (so far). Here's how... (with BB Student Olivia DAmato) 29.07.2026 30min

Want to build a business that supports your FUTURE LIFE goals? Perfect. Today I sit down with Olivia, a student in my Business Blueprint coaching program, to dive into her journey from burnout to intentionally growing a six-figure photography business, why saying “no” creates better opportunities, and how focusing on the right clients—not more clients—changed everything.Get all the info for Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINTQuestions about the Business Blueprint? Email [email protected] to ask Nathan directly.⭐️Get the Free Inquiry & Follow Up Email & Text Templates Here!⭐️Follow Nathan on Instagram:https://instagram.com/nathanchanskiFollow along with Olivia: Website: Stately PhotosInstagram: @statelyphotos

The "middle-class" photographer is dying. Get out now. 22.07.2026 19min

The middle class is disappearing... and photographers who keep doing what everyone else is doing are going to feel it first. "Average" is going to feel like POOR in the photography industry in a few years, and if not, it already does.First time home buyer age has now risen to a whopping FORTY YEARS OLD. This is one of the most personal episodes I've ever recorded. If I could sit across the table from my 24-year-old self, this is exactly what I'd say. If you're tired of surviving, settling, or wondering why your business still isn't creating the life you want, don't skip this conversation. This is where you turn the car around.Get all the info for Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINTQuestions about the Business Blueprint? Email [email protected] to ask Nathan directly.⭐️Get the Free Inquiry & Follow Up Email & Text Templates Here!⭐️Follow Nathan on Instagram:https://instagram.com/nathanchanski

Utah photographer goes from $30K to ~$100K. (Business Blueprint story with Cescily Hyde) 15.07.2026 37min

What if your biggest breakthrough comes after your hardest season? In this episode, I sit down with Business Blueprint student Cecily Hyde to share her incredible journey of faith, perseverance, and business growth.In this episode:Growing through difficult seasonsBuilding a business while raising a familyWhy lowering prices helped create momentumThe mindset shifts that changed everythingTrusting God in businessReaching six-figure momentumGet all the info for Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINTQuestions about the Business Blueprint? Email [email protected] to ask Nathan directly.⭐️Get the Free Inquiry & Follow Up Email & Text Templates Here!⭐️Follow Nathan on Instagram:https://instagram.com/nathanchanskiHyde Photo and Film's Links:Instagram: https://instagram.com/hydephotoandfilmWebsite: https://hydephotoandfilm.com

Listen to this before your next wedding or photoshoot. 08.07.2026 22min

THIS is the episode to listen to before your next wedding, photoshoot, or event. Pre-wedding jitters? Listen to this episode.Feeling a bit "meh" about the work? Listen to this episode.Just not super exited to drive there? THIS EPISODE.Wedding photographers and lifestyle photographers alike, this one's for you. I got some huge, encouraging, and practical perspective shifts for you today. Get all the info for Nathan’s Signature Coaching Program: THE BUSINESS BLUEPRINTQuestions about the Business Blueprint? Email [email protected] to ask Nathan directly.⭐️Get the Free Inquiry & Follow Up Email & Text Templates Here!⭐️Follow Nathan on Instagram:https://instagram.com/nathanchanski

“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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] to ask Nathan directly.Follow Nathan on Instagram:https://instagram.com/nathanchanski