"Depends... are you looking at self-fulfillment, big stock sites, or microstock?
For self-fulfillment, I'd say Wordpress or Zenfolio
For big stock sites, good luck. You need a stellar and unique portfolio all at 15MP+. :)
For…"
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Heath Locke Jan 8, 2012. 12 Replies 0 Likes
I am in need of some assistance. I have started my own photography business, but I am not too sure how to successfully use marketing to my advantage. Marketing is something that I have never dealt…Continue
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Heath Locke replied to David Johnston's discussion Marketing"David
Not sure how things are going with your business but I would get your photos on video and placed on YouTube. This is another free way to gain exposure (no pun intended). YouTube comes up in Google search results (because Google owns…"
Josh Bulloc left a comment for David Johnston"I think you can hear a bit about it here under the "cloud Computing" discussion: http://taeradio.com/episodes/archive/3745/when-disaster-arises-john-bottis-company-takes-action/"
Josh Bulloc left a comment for David Johnston"I like that concept. This may be blasphemy being that you are a photographer but I heard of a pretty cool app which may help you to build your brand. It was an app that this couple developed for their wedding where the guests could…"
Josh Bulloc left a comment for David Johnston"I am such a goofball, I misspelled the URL. I found your site now. What is the niche you are targeting?"
Josh Bulloc left a comment for David Johnston"David.
I am pumped that you joined the Pursuing Your Calling group. You have to explain something to me. I visited your site, who is in the picture on the about page?"
David Johnston commented on Jake Fox's group Photography"Billie,
I have never done weddings, but I am getting married soon and I have been looking at and meeting with photographers. Typically pricing for weddings depends on how long, where, what you will include and give to the newlyweds, prints involved,…"
David Johnston replied to David Johnston's discussion Marketing"Joshua,
This helps a ton and I am so glad you pointed it out. I want the customer to feel taken care of so your advice is golden. Thank you so much for the constructive advice!"
Joshua Machnik replied to David Johnston's discussion Marketing"Looking at your site, I found it to be very focused on "I" as opposed to "you". You might want to re-word your site a bit so that the focus on "you"(the customer) as opposed to "I"(the…"
Jeff Hertlein replied to David Johnston's discussion Marketing"Awesome, glad to help! Let me know if you need any advice with Adwords."
David Johnston replied to David Johnston's discussion Marketing"I like the idea of the networking events then making photos available to view on facebook. I do have Google Places and I am in the process of setting up my Good AdWords. Thanks for the help, Jeff!"
Jeff Hertlein replied to David Johnston's discussion Marketing"Just a couple of thoughts. What is your local search presence like? When someone searches for photography in your area what shows up? I would make sure you have a Google Places listing and that it's well optimized.
Something else you…"
Ted Yoder left a comment for David Johnston"Hi David,
Thanks for the comments, very much appreciated. Yes, that was a Beatles tune but they did not use the hammered dulcimer on that song. There were a couple of songs that I think they used an Indian Santoor which is the ancestor…"
David Johnston replied to David Johnston's discussion Marketing"Interesting you suggested the volunteer work because I am shooting a Christmas party Saturday morning for an adoption agency. They were very surprised that I wanted to volunteer!"
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- How did you hear about 48Days.NET, and what do you hope to get out of being a part of this community?
- After I read the book 48 Days, I was curious to find out more. So I google searched 48 Days and found my way to 48Days.net. By being a part of this community I would like to take advantage of networking opportunities as well as meet other people who share my ambition towards a fulfililng career.
- What is your current work situation? Employee, self-employed, generating any income on your own?
- I am currently employed with the City of Gallatin, TN. I am an employee. However, I soon plan to become self-employed too when I launch my photography website in the summer of 2011.
- And then...what is your goal/dream for your work life?
- I would like to be a photographer and sell my prints around the world.
- How about your personal life? Any specific goals or achievements or dreams you are pursuing (or want to pursue)?
- To be financially sound, and to make the people around me happy.
- What would you say are your strongest talents? How are you 'wired' and what can you offer to the world (it's OK if you don't know yet, but knowing is key to pursuing your dreams!)?
- I am fueled by people saying that I cannot do it and also by my own doubts. I know I can prove others and myself wrong and succeed.
- Do you have a website presence anywhere?
- http://www.davidjohnstonart.com
Comment Wall (12 comments)
- At 7:21am on December 19, 2011, Josh Bulloc said…
I think you can hear a bit about it here under the "cloud Computing" discussion: http://taeradio.com/episodes/archive/3745/when-disaster-arises-john-bottis-company-takes-action/
- At 6:54am on December 19, 2011, Josh Bulloc said…
I like that concept. This may be blasphemy being that you are a photographer but I heard of a pretty cool app which may help you to build your brand. It was an app that this couple developed for their wedding where the guests could take the pictures with their smart phones and the pictures are all compiled on a website. You could modify your concept and develop your own app and the smart phone photos will be added to the event page on your site. Then you could sell your photos on the same page. The benefits is that all the guests will want to visit your site to see the photos and they can see your photos (which will be a lot better quality) and they can buy them.
- At 3:28pm on December 14, 2011, Josh Bulloc said…
How are you trying to stand out so you can sell?
- At 7:20am on December 11, 2011, Josh Bulloc said…
I am such a goofball, I misspelled the URL. I found your site now. What is the niche you are targeting?
- At 5:16pm on December 10, 2011, Josh Bulloc said…
David.
I am pumped that you joined the Pursuing Your Calling group. You have to explain something to me. I visited your site, who is in the picture on the about page?
- At 8:07am on November 29, 2011, Ted Yoder said…
Hi David,
Thanks for the comments, very much appreciated. Yes, that was a Beatles tune but they did not use the hammered dulcimer on that song. There were a couple of songs that I think they used an Indian Santoor which is the ancestor to the American hammered dulcimer.
- At 5:45pm on November 28, 2011,
Brent Green said… David -
Thanks for joining our Pursuing Your Calling group!
I chuckled when I read your profile. I like your 'fuel' of trying to prove others wrong when they say you can't do something. This works for me as well :)
What's the focus of your photography? Is it outdoor pics? People? Something else?
Brent
- At 8:44pm on November 18, 2011,
Marty Sellers said…
Some very nice artwork on your site. Hope business is picking up for you.
- At 10:27am on June 1, 2011,
Jaime Rowe said… - My pleasure! I look forward to seeing your website progress! Let me know if I can help at all ;-)
- At 5:54pm on February 17, 2011,
Kent Julian said… - Hello David,
I try to take time each week to welcome new members to 48Days.Net. So, let me say "welcome" to you! I know you will find this to be a great site filled with people who are experiencing true success in both life and work.
Also, I'd like to point out that one of the best places to connect with other liked-minded people here is in the GROUPS section. There are groups for just about every interest you can think of, and if you can't find a group that interests you, you can start one. Groups are my favorite part of 48Days.Net!
Finally, if you happen to be a speaker or author (or want to become either), check out these two groups. They are two of the most popular groups on the site because of all the great conversation taking place:
* Speak It Forward -- REAL Success and Profit for Speakers!
* Write It Forward -- REAL Success and Profit for Writers!
Again, enjoy 48Days.Net. It's a great place to be!
Live it forward,
Kent Julian
www.liveitforward.com
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