Ever lost track of who paid you, forgot to send a contract, or spent days going back and forth with clients trying to schedule sessions? In this quick, actionable episode, I'm walking you through how to create a professional booking workflow that will eliminate these frustrations once and for all. You'll learn the exact four-step system I use that transformed my business from chaotic to streamlined.

Discover the essential components of a bulletproof booking workflow:

• How to set up your availability calendar the smart way (and why showing limited dates actually books you more clients)
• The contract setup that prevents you from chasing clients for signatures
• My foolproof payment system that eliminates no-shows and cancellations
• The automated confirmation email that puts clients at ease and elevates your professionalism

Press play to follow along as I guide you through creating this simple system in just 15 minutes! This episode contains actionable advice whether you're using a professional CRM or need budget-friendly alternatives to get started right away.

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The doors to the Fully Booked Method open again on July 15th! Join the waitlist for all the details and to get first dibs on one of the spots.

Go from inconsistent photography bookings and marketing overwhelm to a streamlined business with a calendar full of dream clients—giving you predictable income, creative fulfillment, and the freedom to build a photography career on your terms.

It's time to go from stressed out to booked out!!

What does it look like to go from a corporate job you hated, juggling nanny gigs and freelance work, to running a thriving multi-figure business?

In this inspiring and honest conversation, I’m joined by my friend Elizabeth McCravy—website designer, course creator, and fellow podcaster—as she pulls back the curtain on her winding path to entrepreneurship.

Elizabeth shares how a love of MySpace design as a teen led to a career in digital media, why she left her "great on paper" job just four months in, and the scrappy, faith-fueled journey that helped her build a successful brand from the ground up. Whether you're in a pivot season or just starting out, this episode will leave you encouraged and equipped with real-world insight.

🎧 Press play to hear:

• Why quitting her 9–5 was the best “bad” decision she made
• The role freelancing and nannying played in launching her brand
• How she grew her design business through Upwork, strategy, and faith
• The lessons learned from failed launches—and what ultimately worked
• Why staying small at the start is often your biggest advantage

You’ll walk away with a new perspective on starting small, trusting God’s timing, and showing up consistently—even when the path feels uncertain.

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The doors to the Fully Booked Method open again on July 15th! Join the waitlist for all the details and to get first dibs on one of the spots.

Go from inconsistent photography bookings and marketing overwhelm to a streamlined business with a calendar full of dream clients—giving you predictable income, creative fulfillment, and the freedom to build a photography career on your terms.

It's time to go from stressed out to booked out!!

Want to stop feeling overwhelmed and start making real progress in your photography business? In this quick, actionable episode, I'm revealing my "secret ninja trick" for saving hours of work while staying consistent with your business tasks. Discover the power of batching - the productivity approach that has transformed how I run my photography business and allowed me to work smarter, not harder.

Learn exactly which five areas of your business you can start batching today:

• Social media captions (and my simple process for creating a month's worth at once)
• Client emails and templates that save you from writing the same messages repeatedly
• Instagram stories and reels (with my clever strategy for banking content)
• Client prep materials that eliminate last-minute scrambling
• Editing sessions that maximize your focus and efficiency

Press play to discover how to stop being "busy" and start being truly productive! Plus, I'll share a simple challenge that will help you implement these batching strategies this week.

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The doors to the Fully Booked Method open again on July 15th! Join the waitlist for all the details and to get first dibs on one of the spots.

Go from inconsistent photography bookings and marketing overwhelm to a streamlined business with a calendar full of dream clients—giving you predictable income, creative fulfillment, and the freedom to build a photography career on your terms.

It's time to go from stressed out to booked out!!

Summer schedules can get wild, but that doesn’t mean your photography bookings have to slow down. In this short and powerful episode, I’m sharing the exact strategies I used to keep my calendar full—even when life gets busy. Whether you’re in a growth season or just trying to maintain momentum, these tips will help you stay consistent without burning out.

Tune in to learn:

• Why niching down sooner than later will simplify your marketing
• A repeatable marketing approach that won’t eat up your time
• The “set it and forget it” system that attracts clients while you’re out living your summer life

🎧 Hit play to learn how to stay booked and balanced all season long!

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The doors to the Fully Booked Method open again on July 15th! Join the waitlist for all the details and to get first dibs on one of the spots.

Go from inconsistent photography bookings and marketing overwhelm to a streamlined business with a calendar full of dream clients—giving you predictable income, creative fulfillment, and the freedom to build a photography career on your terms.

It's time to go from stressed out to booked out!!

Hey photographers! With summer approaching and vacation mode setting in, I want to warn you about a fatal mistake I see photographers make every year that could cost you bookings well into fall! In this episode, I'm breaking down how to balance enjoying your summer while keeping your business thriving.

In this episode, I'll share:

• Why taking your foot off the gas during summer creates devastating "feast or famine" cycles
• The 90-day rule that determines your fall booking success
• My step-by-step batching strategy so you can work part-time hours while maintaining visibility
• How to create summer-specific systems that run your business while you're poolside
• Tips for setting summer hours and managing client expectations

Press play to discover how you can enjoy your summer AND set yourself up for a fully booked fall calendar by September 1st! This episode could be the difference between scrambling for sessions or having your most profitable end-of-year yet.

⚖️ Extra thankful for our May podcast sponsor - The Contract Shop

If a storm damaged your home, you’d have insurance to cover it. But what about protecting your business from legal storms?

The Contract Shop is your one stop shop for contracts, terms and conditions, privacy policies, LLC set up, and trademark support. The Contract Shop has everything photographers need to build a legally sound business.

Save 30% off your first purchase from The Contract Shop.

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The doors to the Fully Booked Method open again on July 15th! Join the waitlist for all the details and to get first dibs on one of the spots.

Go from inconsistent photography bookings and marketing overwhelm to a streamlined business with a calendar full of dream clients—giving you predictable income, creative fulfillment, and the freedom to build a photography career on your terms.

It's time to go from stressed out to booked out!!

Hey photographer friends! I'm bringing back one of your favorites, Kayla Brint, to dive deep into why mini sessions sometimes fail and exactly how to fix them. If you've been struggling with mini sessions or wondering why yours aren't booking up as quickly as you'd hoped, this episode is going to be a game-changer for your business.

In this episode, we break down:

• The 5 key factors that determine whether your mini sessions succeed or flop
• How to create a marketing plan that actually gets you bookings (and when to start promoting)
• Why the date you choose could be sabotaging your success (and my secret tip about payday cycles!)
• Smart pricing strategies that attract the right clients and ensure you're actually profitable
• Ways to make your sessions stand out when everyone in town is offering the same thing

Whether you've been in business for years or you're just getting started, this conversation offers the practical solutions you need to book out your mini sessions. So grab your coffee, press play, and let's transform those mini sessions into your most profitable offering!

⚖️ Extra thankful for our May podcast sponsor - The Contract Shop

If a storm damaged your home, you’d have insurance to cover it. But what about protecting your business from legal storms?

The Contract Shop is your one stop shop for contracts, terms and conditions, privacy policies, LLC set up, and trademark support. The Contract Shop has everything photographers need to build a legally sound business.

Save 30% off your first purchase from The Contract Shop.

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The doors to the Fully Booked Method open again on July 15th! Join the waitlist for all the details and to get first dibs on one of the spots.

Go from inconsistent photography bookings and marketing overwhelm to a streamlined business with a calendar full of dream clients—giving you predictable income, creative fulfillment, and the freedom to build a photography career on your terms.

It's time to go from stressed out to booked out!!

Hey photographers! Today I'm diving into one of the most requested topics - client questionnaires! In this practical episode, I'll walk you through exactly what questions to ask your clients and how to utilize their responses to create amazing photography sessions tailored to their needs.

In this episode, I'll share:

• The key categories of questions every photographer should include in their questionnaire
• Specific examples of questions for different photography niches (family, newborn, maternity, and wedding)
• When and how to send your questionnaire in the booking process
• Digital tools and platforms for creating your questionnaire (including free options!)
• What to do when clients don't fill out your questionnaire

Press play to elevate your client experience and grab my free client questionnaire template that you can customize for your own photography business at brookejefferson.com/clientquestionnaire!

⚖️ Extra thankful for our May podcast sponsor - The Contract Shop

If a storm damaged your home, you’d have insurance to cover it. But what about protecting your business from legal storms?

The Contract Shop is your one stop shop for contracts, terms and conditions, privacy policies, LLC set up, and trademark support. The Contract Shop has everything photographers need to build a legally sound business.

Save 30% off your first purchase from The Contract Shop.

___________________________________________________________________________

The doors to the Fully Booked Method open again on July 15th! Join the waitlist for all the details and to get first dibs on one of the spots.

Go from inconsistent photography bookings and marketing overwhelm to a streamlined business with a calendar full of dream clients—giving you predictable income, creative fulfillment, and the freedom to build a photography career on your terms.

It's time to go from stressed out to booked out!!

Hey photography friends! This week we're sitting down with the amazing Vanessa Joy, who's juggling life as a photographer in both Austin and the NYC area while raising a family and teaching others how to rock their photo businesses. Vanessa gets real about her journey from high school darkroom days to building a thriving multi-genre photography career. She shares some seriously game-changing insights on how she's managed to avoid burnout (even while traveling 150 days last year!), create meaningful boundaries, and build the financial freedom that lets her work and travel on her own terms.

In this heart-to-heart conversation, Vanessa dishes on:

• How she turned a personal trip to Africa into a sponsored opportunity (so smart!)
• Her candid approach to balancing family life with entrepreneurship
• Why saying "no" has become her superpower for sustainability
• Her clever strategies for creating passive income through real estate and education (check out her website here!)

Hit that play button to grab all of Vanessa's wisdom and don't forget to check out her Instagram for the "Joy Tools" guide she mentioned! Trust me, your work-life balance will thank you!

⚖️ Extra thankful for our May podcast sponsor - The Contract Shop

If a storm damaged your home, you’d have insurance to cover it. But what about protecting your business from legal storms?

The Contract Shop is your one stop shop for contracts, terms and conditions, privacy policies, LLC set up, and trademark support. The Contract Shop has everything photographers need to build a legally sound business.

Save 30% off your first purchase from The Contract Shop.

___________________________________________________________________________

The doors to the Fully Booked Method open again on July 15th! Join the waitlist for all the details and to get first dibs on one of the spots.

Go from inconsistent photography bookings and marketing overwhelm to a streamlined business with a calendar full of dream clients—giving you predictable income, creative fulfillment, and the freedom to build a photography career on your terms.

It's time to go from stressed out to booked out!!