Are you just starting out as a creative entrepreneur? Or maybe you have been running your business for a while now, but you need some step-by-step guidance to take your business to the next level? No matter where you are at in your journey as a creative business owner, this show will help. My name is Jai Long. I'm an unconventional business coach for the creative minds and bizniz hearts, with my own thriving creative business. My mission is to empower you to gain more confidence, reach your ...
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Strategic Moves and Bold Decisions Behind Mariah Machado Success [EP282]
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Join Jai Long in this episode of Make Your Break as he chats with wedding videographer Mariah Machado, a rising star from his Six Figure Business Map coaching program. Mariah shares her exciting transition from hobbyist videographer to booking her highest package ever and becoming a recommended vendor, all while juggling her full-time job as a chef…
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Talking Numbers - Financial Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs [EP281]
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In this episode of Make Your Break, Jai Long delves into the often-avoided topic of finance in the creative world. With the expert guidance of LoriAnn Kuntz, CEO of Profit Priority, they unravel the mysteries behind financial management for creators and entrepreneurs. This discussion illuminates the crucial balance between following your gut and kn…
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From Concept to Creation: Jimmy Lick's Journey with Second Society [EP280]
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This episode is a deep dive into the essence of making your break, the ups and downs of chasing a vision, and the relentless pursuit of solving a real-world problem that led to the birth of Second Society. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a creative professional, or anyone interested in the art of turning big ideas into reality, join us for…
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Crafting Your Niche: The Power of Specialisation in Sales Pages [EP279]
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In this episode, Jai Long talks about how important it is for businesses to be really good at just one thing instead of trying to do lots of things okay. He explains that when you're really good at something, people trust you more and are willing to pay more for your services. Jai teaches us how to make a special webpage (sales page) that tells peo…
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Breaking the Income Barrier: Scaling Your Creative Business with High-Ticket Offerings [EP278]
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Whether you're a full-time wedding photographer or a creative service provider, sometimes it can feel like your income doesn't match your efforts. You pour so much time, heart and soul into your business, yet you're constantly stuck between desperately searching for leads and ignoring the lurking burnout. Your output doesn't reflect the input. As a…
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10 Tips to Nail Your Sales Language & Client Interactions [EP277]
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When we hear the word "sales", we tend to cringe and think of dodgy car salesmen and annoying telemarketers with their pushy (and sneaky) sales tactics. Having experienced more than our fair share of disappointing and/or frustrating sales experiences, we hate thinking about sales, hoping our dream clients will come knocking. We'd rather focus on ma…
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A Project Calendar for Your Life & Business Goals [EP275]
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Beyond reaching financial milestones, there's an important equation that creative entrepreneurs often forget. Achievement + Fulfilment = Success We tend to fall into the trap of chasing achievements, losing sight of our 'why' and our vision for life and business. While many of the factors may overlap, it's essential that you're always making sure t…
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In last week's Make Your Break podcast episode, Jai walked through his first six-figure year and what that looked like. So, in this week's episode 273, he dives into the 7 most pivotal lessons he learned after successfully reaching his first $1M entrepreneurial milestone. Want a brief background story? Rewinding the clock, it was four years ago whe…
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From Struggle to Success: Lessons from Hitting $100k in a Year [EP271]
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It was 17 years ago when Jai started his first business. It went bankrupt after 12 months...but he refused to give up. Continuing his entrepreneurial journey, he established his next business venture as an electrician, taking 24 months to hit six figures. In 2013, he started his third business as a wedding photographer and achieved six figures in 1…
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Have you ever met anyone who doesn't like FREE stuff? Neither have I. That's why giveaways are such a fantastic way to grab your audience's attention and leverage their desire to WIN. With the potential to go viral, you can grow your brand awareness and create some extra buzz by hosting an Instagram giveaway that will attract prospective clients. M…
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Just to preface this Make Your Break podcast episode, nothing is really ever a "mistake". When you're a creative entrepreneur, it's all about embracing the learning curve - the ups and downs, the successes and failures. Every "mistake" or "failure" is an opportunity to reflect, improve and become a better and wiser version of yourself. That's why i…
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In this special edition, we're serving up the juiciest midweek tea and insights from our amazing community in the Break Room Tea edition. These episodes will drop mid-week, each week! To submit a question or share a story, please send it here: https://forms.gle/bWwNNX5F8MEbFR836 Download the workbook here: Jailong.co/265 The face behi…
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With Digital Marketing Specialist, Clare Lauer, as a guest in this Make Your Break podcast episode, Jai and Clare talk about her favourite - and simplest - SEO tips to optimise your photography website. Navigating Google's ever-shifting landscape, they discuss turning your website into a 24/7 sales machine and using SEO to reach more of your dream …
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Quitting the 9-5: Break Room Tea with Jai Long [EP264]
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In this special edition, we're serving up the juiciest midweek tea and insights from our amazing community in the Break Room Tea edition. These episodes will drop mid-week, each week! To submit a question or share a story, please send it here: https://forms.gle/bWwNNX5F8MEbFR836 In this episode, We have YOU share your stories on how you quit …
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10 Steps to Quitting Your Job to Pursue Your Passion [EP263]
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In this episode of Make Your BReak with Jai Long, we dive into 10 (and somewhat controversial 🙃) tips about quitting your full-time job, you can skip forward to the following timestamps: Never have a Plan B Resources vs. Resourcefulness How much you should have in your bank account Learn high-earning skills Build a business map Trust your intuition…
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Goal-Getters & Conversion Mastery: Break Room Tea with Jai Long [EP262]
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In this special edition, we're serving up the juiciest midweek tea and insights from our amazing community in the Break Room Tea edition. These episodes will drop mid-week, each week! To submit a question or share a story, please send it here: https://forms.gle/bWwNNX5F8MEbFR836 In this episode, Jai dives deep into the world of goal setting and…
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Goal Setting for Entrepreneurs in the $0-100K Bracket [EP261]
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When you're first starting out in your biz, it can feel overwhelming - What should I focus on? How should I balance all my priorities? What's the fastest way to scale up? Before you get distracted by the millions of ideas and tasks swimming in your head, I want you to focus on ONE thing: Set clear, intentional GOALS that will push you out of your c…
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Uncovering Hidden Opportunities with Jarrad Seng [EP260]
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Jarrad Seng is a renowned Australian photographer and filmmaker, celebrated for his diverse ventures in music, travel, and volunteering. Known for his collaborations with artists like Passenger and Matchbox Twenty, Seng's artistic pursuits have led him on tours across the globe, resulted in multiple solo exhibitions, and earned him recognition in t…
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Booking a Year's Worth of Weddings: 2024 Reels & Social Media Strategies for Photographers [EP259]
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In this episode, tailored specifically for wedding photographers, we delve into the secrets of success in the highly competitive world of wedding photography. Join us as we sit down with Adam Goarley, an alumnus of the six-figure business map and now a six-figure earner. Adam shares his unique journey and shares his strategies that helped him book …
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The 7 Essential Soft Skills Your Business Can't Afford to Ignore
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Let's make 2024 our best year yet! In this insightful episode of "Make Your Break with Jai Long," we dive deep into the world of soft skills and their crucial role in shaping a successful creative career. Join us as we explore key aspects such as effective communication, the power of a positive attitude, and the art of time management. Learn how co…
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Turning Dreams into Reality: Embracing Photography Full-Time [EP257]
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Welcome back to another inspiring episode of Make Your Break with Jai Long! Today, we're celebrating a milestone moment that's sure to fill your heart with inspiration and motivation. Our host, Jai Long, is joined by a very special guest (Hanna Kutner) who has just achieved a dream they've held onto for a decade – becoming a full-time photographer!…
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From Doubt to Triumph: Hitting the 6-Figure Dream with Jai Long's Business Map [EP256]
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In this heartening episode of 'Make Your Break,' we sit down with an inspiring entrepreneur who has shattered her own glass ceiling. Raised in a household where making ends meet was a daily struggle, she never imagined that a six-figure income was within her reach. Despite her skepticism and a deeply ingrained belief that such success wasn't "in th…
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From Dream to Six Figures: Cheyenne's Wedding Photography Success Story [EP254]
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In this special encore episode, we revisit a fan-favorite interview from Season One, where we originally aired Cheyenne's incredible story. This episode quickly became one of the most downloaded episodes of that season, and it's no wonder why! Join us as we once again dive into Cheyenne's remarkable journey, where she achieved a six-figure mileston…
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Elevating Client Experiences: From Good to Great [EP255]
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In this insightful episode of Make Your Break with Jai Long, we delve into the crucial role of client experience in shaping successful businesses. We start by exploring why client experience isn't just a part of marketing, but a key element that adds value and defines pricing. Jai discusses how exceptional client experiences contribute to building …
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Can You Work for Free AND Make 6-Figures? Let's Find Out [EP253]
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Repurposed from an exclusive session of the Six-Figure Business Map coaching call. In this must-listen episode, we tackle two burning questions from Priya & Shane, that stand between you and your high-earning potential: How can you accelerate your journey to success, and is it really possible to work for 'free' while banking a 6-figure income befor…
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Building Resilience: Navigating Recessions and Life Transitions with Confidence[EP252]
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In this episode of "Make Your Break with Jai Long," we delve deep into the art of preparation and self-mastery in the face of market cycles, economic shifts, and life-changing transitions. Join Jai Long as he guides you through the essential steps to fortify your financial and personal foundations. Discover how to stay resilient, adapt, and thrive …
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From Scarcity to Abundance: Unleashing Your Creative Potential and Defying the Fear of Idea Theft
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In this episode of "Make Your Break," we're delving deep into the fears and hesitations that hold many creative entrepreneurs back from achieving their full potential. Do you find yourself hesitating to launch that online course you've been working tirelessly on, solely because you're worried someone will swoop in and steal your groundbreaking idea…
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Join us as we delve deep into the world of marketing trends and discover what's overrated and underrated in the ever-evolving landscape of brand promotion for 2024. In this episode, your host Jai Long takes you on a journey through the ins and outs of modern marketing. We'll explore the idea that more isn't always better and how you can grow a thri…
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Strategic Partnerships: Navigating the Risks & Rewards for Creators and Educators [EP249]
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In today's fast-paced creative world, forming the right partnerships can either skyrocket your career or put your personal brand in jeopardy. On this episode of "Make Your Break" with Jai Long, we dive deep into the nuances of choosing the right partners. We explore why many of us have the instinct to go it alone and the pitfalls of forming partner…
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Digital Courses in Business: 4 Myths Debunked & 4 Reasons to Dive In with Jai Long[EP248]
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Ever thought of creating a digital course for your business? In this episode of "Make Your Break," Jai Long dives deep into the world of digital courses, demystifying common misconceptions and laying out compelling reasons to take the plunge. We kick off with busting 4 prevalent myths surrounding the creation and implementation of digital courses. …
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Breaking through your Income Glass Ceiling: 3 subconscious upper limits that prevent more wealth with Kyra Yang[EP247]
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Kyra is a certified hypnotherapist who has been responsible for generating MULTI-MILLIONS in new revenue & higher entrepreneurial fulfilment. She helps entrepreneurs effortlessly break through their upper limit plateaus and hit 7 & 8 figures through the Mindset Currency™ framework based on neuroscience and without the 3-hour morning routine. Today …
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End of an Era: The Shutdown of Flothemes and its Impact on Wedding Photography with Dylan Howell [EP246]
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In this enlightening episode, we delve deep into the recent announcement of Flothemes shutting down, a staple platform for countless wedding photographers. Renowned photographer, Dylan Howell, joins us to discuss the ripple effects this change brings to the industry. We'll uncover the strategies professionals can employ to navigate this transition …
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Entrepreneurial Responses for Growth - 11 tips [EP245]
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In today's episode, we embark on a journey to uncover the multifaceted challenges and dynamics of entrepreneurship. From the ever-evolving landscapes of market trends and technological advancements to the silent internal battles of motivation and imposter syndrome, being an entrepreneur is about much more than just business. With each segment, you'…
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Beyond the Success: Jai Long's Untold Journey [EP244]
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In this revealing episode, host Joy Zamora sits down with Jai Long, a figure often envied for his roaring success. But behind the facade of accomplishments, lies a path fraught with adversity, challenges, and personal sacrifices. Jai delves deep into the moments of uncertainty, the turning points, and the sheer grit it took for him to change his li…
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Mastering the Client Journey: From First Impressions to Confident Bookings [The Heart And Hustle]
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In this eye-opening episode of "Make Your Break with Jai Long," we tackle one of the most misunderstood aspects of client interactions: the client journey. Are you prioritizing phone calls, Zoom meetings, and face-to-face interactions over the preliminary steps that actually get clients in the door? If so, you're missing out on key opportunities. J…
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Decoding the Art of Smart Hiring: 11 Lessons to Build a Team That Goes Beyond the Call of Duty
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In this indispensable episode of Make Your Break with Jai Long, we delve into one of the most critical aspects of business success—hiring the right team. As entrepreneurs and creatives, our businesses are only as strong as the people behind them. Unfortunately, hiring the wrong person can cost not just money, but also time and emotional energy. But…
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Unrealistic Workshop Gossip & insights with Morgan Nielson & Jai Long [EP241]
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We just wrapped up the Unrealistic Workshop in Los Angeles and we had attendees fly in from all over the world. In this episode, Jai sits with Morgan, one of the wedding photography industry leaders to have a conversation about what it was like at the workshop and her biggest takeaways. Morgan had a very unique perspective as she was both an attend…
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Hitting $100k as a Wedding Photographer with Lisa Thorn [EP240]
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Lisa has recently hit the big $100k milestone in her business and it's so inspiring to hear the journey on how she got there. Often all we need to know is that it's possible and someone else has achieved it. Find Lisa Thorn at Every Moment Collective: http://everymomentcollective.com/ Every Moment Collective on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/…
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India Earl Unveils: The Art & Science of Perfect Pricing [EP239]
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In this enlightening episode, India Earl, celebrated for her innate connection with nature, simplicity, and passion for life, dives deep into the intricacies of pricing for wedding photographers. Drawing inspiration from her moments outdoors and the joys of her daily life, India uses her experiences to craft a comprehensive guide for photographers …
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Enhancing Your Biz Personability with Steph Marie [238]
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Join us as we delve deep with the remarkable Stephanie Marie, a distinguished wedding photographer and seasoned educator. Having made tremendous strides in recent years, Steph, a standout member of our Six-Figure Business Map, continually sets higher standards, motivating our community. In today's episode, she candidly shares her personal journey a…
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Nurturing Love & Labor - 10 Key Strategies for Harmonious Relationship and Collaborative Work with Your Partner [EP237]
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Jai shares proven tips, personal anecdotes, and expert insights to help you nurture a balanced, mutually beneficial partnership both at home and at work. From setting clear boundaries to maintaining effective communication and celebrating each other's victories, these strategies are all you need to build a stronger relationship and improve your col…
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You Don't Need Confidence, You Need Proof, with Asha Bailey [EP236]
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Sometimes we are waiting for the right amount of confidence before we take on a new project or we put ourselves out there with marketing, but sometimes the confidence never comes. Asha & Jai speak about 'imposter syndrome', what it takes to be brave and how to get proof with our work so we can move forward, even if we don't have the confidence. To …
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When it's Hard, but You Show up Regardless with Cara Mia [S235]
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In this Episode, Cara Mia & Jai Long talk about life changes, and what it takes to show up regardless of how hard it gets. It's good to see the industry leaders are going through the same things as everyone else and it gives us all permission to take a break, or to hustle harder. Find Cara Mia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caramia/ Buy yo…
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Identifying Trends and Keeping Up with the Industry with Joy Zamora [EP234]
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In this discussion with Jai Long & Joy Zamora, they talk about trends and what is important for us to look for, how to navigate new platforms, and how to not get overwhelmed. Joy & Jai will be talking at the Unrealistic Workshop. Get your ticket here: https://jailong.co/unrealistic Joy and Jai are hosting a retreat in Spain: https://jailong.co/educ…
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How Photographers Can Succeed in 2023 with Nathan Chanski [S2EP233]
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We talk about everything from Jai’s backstory, mindset, where photographers need to focus in 2023, the impact of AI on photography, and how he (as he would say) made his break as an entrepreneur. UNREALISTIC WORKSHOP: https://jailong.co/unrealistic Curate your own Make Your Break playlist with this Quiz: https://jailong.typeform.com/to/LQfEPL70 Nat…
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Building a Standout Personal Brand with Nathan Chanski [S2EP232]
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If you're looking to elevate your personal brand to new heights, this episode is a must-listen. Get ready to be inspired, equipped, and empowered as Nathan Chanski takes us on a transformative journey to building a standout personal brand. Don't miss out on the opportunity to learn from one of the best in the field! But that's not all! We're thrill…
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Unleashing the Power of Collaboration and Leverage: A Game-Changing Perspective for Entrepreneurs [S2EP231]
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Join Jai as he unravels the untapped potential that lies within collaboration and leverage. Gain a fresh perspective on how you can maximize your strengths, expand your network, and create mutually beneficial relationships. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this episode is a game-changer for anyone looking to make their m…
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The Impact AI Will Have on Creatives & Artists with Anna from Gingers Eye's [S2EP230]
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Today Anna & Jai have a conversation about the effects AI is having on us as creatives and artists. This conversation comes with a few different perspectives and mindsets. Anna is an internationally published photographer, artist and educator based in Spain. Working internationally, the vast majority of Anna's weddings and projects are outside Spai…
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AI and How To Handle Change and Deal With Fear [S2EP229]
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In business, we are either in expansion or contraction and our mindset is often the driving factor for these movements. Today Jai Long talks about mindset, fear and how we can look after ourselves during change. AI is a hot topic, and photographers and creatives are seeing the change and potential threat more than anyone else. Curate your own Make …
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Winning the Rangefinder 30 Rising Stars Award With Cremeux Photo [S2EP228]
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Let's dive in and hear from Myriam and her perspective on awards and how they can help your business. Myriam has been awarded one of Rangefinder's 30 Rising stars by the prestigious Rangefinder Magazine, a wedding photographer recognition that is comparable to the grammy awards. With a solid background in visual arts, she has honed her skills in ph…
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