Jeffrey Tadlock, is an experienced photographer who successfully taken a passion from "just a hobby" to a successful business. Together, we dive deep into the key strategies and insights that can help you make that transition as well. We discuss the importance of mindset, being true to yourself, and finding the courage you need to make the transition. Of course, we also dive into tactical ideas like how to build a loyal audience, the power of content creation, YouTube and email marketing, and so many other practical insights and ideas you can grab and use for your own business right away! 

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Unpacking this episode min by min:

00:01:47 - Jeffrey's Journey in Photography 

00:05:07 - Choosing What You Love 

00:07:28 - Overcoming Expectations 

00:10:55 - Embracing the Joy of Landscape Photography 

00:13:31 - Transitioning to Landscape Photography 

00:14:51 - Long-Term Success and Enjoyment 

00:16:33 - Shifting Audience and Email List 

00:18:46 - 80/20 Rule and Building an Email List 

00:21:47 - Rapid List Growth with Webinars 

00:26:45 - Finding Your Bullseye 

00:27:53 - YouTube Channel and Authority Building 

00:31:28 - Experimental Mode and Goal Setting 

00:32:29 - Workshops as the Pillar 

00:35:26 - Quarterly Review and Metrics 

00:40:12 - Seeking Feedback and Support 

00:41:56 - To Business or Not to Business 

00:45:26 - Tools for Business Success 

00:49:10 - Investing in Productivity Tools 

00:49:50 - Finding the Right Fit 

00:52:59 - Checking out Newsletters 

00:53:26 - Misconceptions About Owning a Business 

00:54:40 - Favorite Kickback Beverage 

00:56:20 - Inspiring Podcasts 

01:00:18 - Making the World a Better Place 

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