EPISODE · Jul 31, 2024 · 46 MIN
24: Unique Wedding Photography: Embracing Non-Traditional Styles
from Accidental CEO Podcast · host Nata Salvatori
In this episode, Jan Schillek shares her journey to becoming an accidental CEO in the world of photography. She talks about the challenges she faced in transitioning from a traditional career path to running her own business. Jan also discusses how she discovered her niche in weirdo weddings and the importance of celebrating uniqueness and building a community. She shares memorable professional highlights, including being featured on Sony's Facing Creativity, and the lessons she learned about herself and creativity through that experience. In this conversation, Jen from Weirdo Weddings Photography discusses her collaboration with Sony, facing fear, and the power of creativity. She also talks about starting her podcast 'Tattoos and Toddlers' as a way to explore the balance between business and personal life. Jen shares inspiring stories from her podcast and emphasizes the importance of being authentic in a saturated market. She also reflects on a failure she experienced in evolving her brand and offers advice for photographers and entrepreneurs.The Accidental CEO Podcast is more than just a podcast; it's a community of creative minds eager to transform their accidental titles into intentional successes. So, if you're passionate about what you do but unsure how to fall in love with the business side of things, let Nata guide you. Subscribe to the Accidental CEO Podcast and join a vibrant community of creative entrepreneurs ready to make their mark on the business world. Together, let's turn your passion project into your success story.For full show notes and resources head to accidentalceo.co/podcastTakeawaysCollaboration with others, such as Sony, can provide opportunities for personal and artistic growth.Facing fear and embracing creativity can lead to powerful and meaningful art.Starting a podcast can be a creative way to explore the balance between business and personal life.Being authentic and true to yourself is key to standing out in a saturated market.Mentioned in this EpisodeAccidental CEO1:1 Coaching with NataBoost Your Confidence WorkbookConnect with JenWebsite - Photography siteInstagram- Photography Speaker WebsiteSpeaker InstagramSupport the show
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In this episode, Jan Schillek shares her journey to becoming an accidental CEO in the world of photography. She talks about the challenges she faced in transitioning from a traditional career path to running her own business. Jan also discusses how she discovered her niche in weirdo weddings and the importance of celebrating uniqueness and building a community. She shares memorable professional highlights, including being featured on Sony's Facing Creativity, and the lessons she learned about...
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