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PODCAST

Professional Photographer

Professional Photographers of America

Welcome to the Professional Photographer podcast by PPA! Our goal is simple: to empower you in building a thriving photography business. In today"s dynamic market, mastering the art of photography is just the beginning. You also need a solid grasp of entrepreneurship essentials like: sales, marketing, pricing, cash flow, negotiation, mindset, and planning. Join us as we chat with successful photographers and business leaders who share their invaluable insights. You"ll discover exciting new ways to

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37:32

How Photography is Evolving Right Now: AI, Speed, and...

Professional Photographer ·

2026/02/10

Unlock the future of photography and your edge in the industry as Pat Miller sits down with innovative portrait artist Fred Agho for a lively, unfiltered look at the young guns shaking up the photo world—and what you need to steal from their playbook.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(08:16) – Younger photographers embrace AI and creative risk(17:44) – Shooting for social vs shooting for print(25:00) – What photographers must adopt: speed, AI, efficiencyConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with

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26:53

Same-Day In-Person Sales for Photographers with Adam...

Professional Photographer ·

2026/02/07

Ready to unlock a high-conversion system that delivers unforgettable customer experiences and record-breaking sales—all in a single day? Pat Miller welcomes studio sales expert Adam Mueller, who reveals his streamlined “same day” sales formula that’s transforming how photographers work and sell.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(04:18) – Same-day portrait session + ordering explained(07:19) – Emotion and clarity create better decisions(12:50) – The Dream Walk: guiding wall art choicesConnect with Pat Miller

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23:49

Build the Circle That Books You: Networking with...

Professional Photographer ·

2026/02/03

What if the people closest to you are holding back your business dreams? In this powerful episode, Pat Miller welcomes keynote speaker and owner of Foureva Media, Jamar Jones, to expose the game-changing truth: your network can either propel you forward or keep you stuck in imposter syndrome and lost opportunities.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(04:53) - Champions vs. vampires: auditing your circle(05:57) - The credibility gap and why opportunities aren’t showing up(19:40) - Content vs “showbiz”: making

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23:12

Raise Your Photography Rates Without Losing Clients...

Professional Photographer ·

2026/01/31

Ready to ditch burnout and elevate your studio to high performer status? Host Pat Miller sits down with portrait expert Meghan Doll for an episode that tackles one of the toughest entrepreneurial moves, raising your rates and transforming your client experience.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(02:24) – Why raising rates was long overdue(06:22) – Raising prices by over 120%(12:40) – Investing $20K to elevate the studio experienceConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with *insert guest name here*

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31:26

Finance Tips for Photographers | The Money Habit with...

Professional Photographer ·

2026/01/27

Money stress is killing your creative spark and it’s time to break the cycle. Pat Miller brings in legendary business author and speaker Mike Michalowicz for a show-stopping episode that will change the way you think about personal and business finances forever.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(06:10) - Financial independence vs financial freedom(12:03) - The personal-business money trap(26:54) - A quick 24-hour money win you can tryConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Mike Michalowicz

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39:36

Charge What You’re Worth: Photography Pricing Tips...

Professional Photographer ·

2026/01/20

Ready to make your art the foundation of a thriving business but find yourself stuck in the “hustle” cycle, doubting your value or pricing? In this game-changing episode, Pat Miller and clinical psychotherapist-turned-advisor Kelly Ruta dive into the real reason photographer's stall: the internal mindset that either drives or destroys your external success.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(13:58) - Why learning without discernment keeps photographers stuck(21:05) - Zone of genius vs. self-worth: why you can

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12:08

Nashville Comes to Imaging USA | The Listening Room...

Professional Photographer ·

2026/01/06

Nashville isn’t just a city—it’s a musical experience, and this episode brings it right to your headphones. Pat Miller welcomes Chris Blair, owner of The Listening Room Cafe, to reveal what happens when the stories behind the songs take center stage at Imaging USA.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(00:26) - Nashville Comes to Imaging USA(03:30) - The Chris Stapleton Moment(08:17) - Your Perfect Nashville Night + The Future of MusicConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Chris Blair ⬇Instagram

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41:34

A Photographers Guide to Mastering the Wedding...

Professional Photographer ·

2025/12/30

Are you an artist first and a business owner second? You’re not alone—and the wedding industry’s current downturn is hitting creative professionals hard. In this episode, Pat Miller joins forces with wedding photography experts Mandy Wright and Esteban Gill to reveal how true artists can stay afloat—and even thrive—when bookings slow and trends rapidly shift.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:31) - Travel weddings and the reality behind the glamour(08:16) - Why wedding bookings have slowed down(23:08) -

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35:10

Why Photographers Need to Build a Money Team with...

Professional Photographer ·

2025/12/23

Is your growing photography studio draining your energy and your bank account? Pat Miller and Fractional CFO Tricia M. Taitt break down the “money team” evolution that every ambitious business owner needs to thrive.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(10:16) - Why a strong financial core matters for scaling and exit planning(25:14) - Strengthen your financial core to improve performance (the FinCore idea)(28:21) - How childhood money stories shape your business decisions todayConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn |

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36:23

The New AI Shift Every Photographer Must Understand...

Professional Photographer ·

2025/12/16

SEO doesn’t have to be a dark art! Join Pat Miller and tech-savvy marketing strategist Myrna Daramy, who is the founder of Myrna & Co, for a game-changing episode packed with clarity, actionable insights, and expert tips on amplifying your photography studio’s online visibility, without spending a dime.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:01) - What SEO Really Means(07:35) - The Rise of AI-Generated Content (14:01) - Writing Rich, Context-Filled Content That Ranks Connect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn |

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30:17

How to Use Your Worst Moment to Build Client Trust...

Professional Photographer ·

2025/12/09

Are you hiding your business failures, fearing they'll scare away clients? Matt Shoup proves that the story you’re most embarrassed to share can be your ultimate trust-building asset.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:10) - How Getting Fired Led to Entrepreneurship(07:33) - The Client Who Asked, “Tell Me About a Time You Screwed Up”(17:38) - Turning an Embarrassing Story into a Sales StrategyConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Matt Shoup ⬇LinkedIn | Website | Books | Facebook |

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31:08

How to Find Your Real Voice as A Photographer with...

Professional Photographer ·

2025/12/02

Are you tired of feeling lost in the social media ocean, mimicking big accounts but never seeing real growth? Pat Miller chats with portrait photographer Jean Carlo Peñaloza to challenge the copycat mindset and reveal how you can build an authentic, thriving content brand that actually sounds like you.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(06:16) - The lonely early stages of content creation and why persistence builds real connections. (12:41) - Why authenticity matters and how your true voice shapes your brand

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33:30

How to Navigate a Wedding Day Like a Pro | Terri...

Professional Photographer ·

2025/11/25

Ready to level up the joy AND profitability in your wedding photography business? Pat Miller sits down with international wedding photography powerhouse Terri Baskin for an episode jam-packed with real-world strategies for client selection, managing family chaos, and winning at the “wedding machine. "Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:10) - Finding and vetting the right wedding clients(13:13) - Handling uncooperative families with grace(31:13) - Educate, communicate, listen, and be joyfulConnect with Pat

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23:07

Create Meaningful Photography That Lasts with Brant...

Professional Photographer ·

2025/11/18

Are you ready to unlock the hidden potential in every moment behind the camera? Pat Miller is joined by best-selling author, acclaimed keynote speaker, and personal development coach Brant Menswar, who reveals how photographers can transform fleeting memories into powerful drivers of personal and professional growth.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:45) - Finding Purpose After Tragedy(09:30) - The BUMP Framework: Belonging, Understanding, Meaning, Purpose(15:44) - How Photographers Can Capture Purpose on

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24:14

Get Paid to Market Your Photography Business | Leroy...

Professional Photographer ·

2025/11/11

Ready to pack your calendar with high-value portrait sessions—without spending a fortune on ads? Pat Miller welcomes portrait, sports, and school photographer Leroy Tademy to reveal how volume photography, from sports teams to school headshots, can be the secret engine behind a thriving senior portrait business. Most photographers chase new clients with costly campaigns, but Leroy has built his studio by flipping this tired model, creating hundreds of leads from every volume shoot!Episode Highlights

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30:07

Ways Photographers Can Thrive During a Slow Season...

Professional Photographer ·

2025/11/04

Is your photography business feeling the squeeze from today’s unstable economy? Pat Miller welcomes renowned UK photographer Scott Johnson to reveal how working pros can successfully navigate market uncertainty and keep their businesses thriving, even when bookings slow down.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(09:17) - Focus on What You Can Control(10:40) - Pivoting to Portraits(18:20) - Smarter Sales & Payment PlansConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with Scott Johnson ⬇Website | Facebook |

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20:53

Your Photography Matters More Than You Think - Find...

Professional Photographer ·

2025/10/28

Are you feeling stuck, uninspired, or questioning why your work even matters? Pat Miller sits down with keynote speaker and purpose-driven leader Matt Emerzian to help photographers reconnect to the joy, impact, and deeper meaning of their craft.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(03:29) - What 'Mattering' Means for Photographers(06:43) - The 'I Matter, You Matter, We Matter' Mindset Explained(14:25) - 'I Matter, But It’s Not About Me': Redefining SuccessConnect with Pat Miller ⬇LinkedIn | WebsiteConnect with

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29:29

What Full-Time Photographers Won't Tell You: Pivot...

Professional Photographer ·

2025/10/21

Facing a sluggish photography market and feeling that anxiety in your gut about how you’ll pay the bills? Pat Miller sits down with wedding photographer Teshorn Jackson to pull back the curtain on what most pros won’t admit: sometimes, success means picking up a side job to protect your business and your family. Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(07:13) - The Pride Problem Around Getting a Job(12:49) - Rethinking “Full-Time Photographer” Success(19:58) - Managing Money and the Profit First MindsetConnect with

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30:05

How to Empower Your Clients Through Boudoir...

Professional Photographer ·

2025/10/14

What if the camera could capture more than just an image? What if it could change how someone sees themselves forever? Join host Pat Miller and internationally renowned boudoir photographer Christina "Tina" Meerloo for an eye-opening episode that explores boudoir as a powerful tool for personal healing and empowerment.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(02:12) - Discovering Boudoir’s Transformative Power(10:49) - Healing, Reclamation, and Confidence(23:50) - The Female Gaze & EmpowermentConnect with Pat

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33:46

Profit Without Losing Your Art: Portrait Photography...

Professional Photographer ·

2025/10/07

Step inside the studio with Sophia Barrett and discover the secret sauce that creates truly unforgettable portraits and it’s not just about camera settings. Pat Miller welcomes Sophia, a trailblazing Atlanta portrait photographer, to reveal how shooting “in flow” can unlock artistic breakthroughs and empower both photographer and subject.Episode Highlights 🎤💡:(01:43) - Sophia’s mission: empowering women through portraiture(18:07) - Empowering women while balancing business realities(22:32) - How

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