Helping business owners, freelancers & other self-employed creatives succeed… and have fun doing it. It can be overwhelming at times, but there’s nothing like the privilege of working for yourself – making your own rules, owning your time, and trusting your instincts to make the right decisions. With short episodes that get straight to the point, this podcast is about the common issues we face in business, along with solutions that work for other creatives like you. Aardvark Girl is a producer, project manager & business specialist with 20+ years of experience managing companies & helping people in creative industries. She helps you get a handle on the business side of things so you can focus on your talent. Let's get to work!
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Monday Nov 16, 2020
Monday Nov 16, 2020
Claire Hart is a a high-energy, fun-spirited photographer who can make anyone look good. In this episode, we're talking about why she loves her job, how she uses her Southern hospitality to put people at ease, building relationships with clients, what she's been doing during the pandemic, and more!
00:38 How Claire went from a degree in nuclear medicine to a career in photography
05:31 Shifting from "just a photographer" or "just a freelancer" to the mindset of a business owner
08:21 Staying relevant when cell phones make everyone feel like they're a pro photographer
11:12 Enjoying the moment instead of staring through a screen all the time
13:26 Using Southern charm to make people feel at ease
16:23 Engaging a crowd
21:12 Claire's favorite types of photography
27:08 Using vacations to expand a client base, but also remembering to put the camera away so she can look through her own eyes
30:43 Adapting to shoots during COVID, and using down time during the pandemic to work on personal projects
36:01 Claire's advice for other self-employed creatives
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