Episode 1 | New and Raw

In this podcast, Rob Faber shares his journey as a photographer and educator, discussing the challenges of transitioning from the public sector to running a creative business. He explores the differences between owning a business and merely having a job, emphasizing the importance of understanding the creative process in a business context. Rob aims to document his experiences, mistakes, and successes as he builds a sustainable photography brand, while also addressing the competitive nature of the photography industry.TakeawaysRob has been teaching for 23 years and is a photographer.Transitioning from public sector to private sector has been challenging.Owning a business is different from owning a job.The podcast will document Rob's journey in building a photography brand.Mistakes are part of the learning process in business.Understanding client relationships is crucial for success.Rob emphasizes the value of his photography services.The photography market is saturated, making differentiation important.Rob aims to create a replicable business model.The podcast will be an honest and unfiltered exploration of his journey.TitlesFrom Teacher to Photographer: A Journey BeginsNavigating the Challenges of Creative EntrepreneurshipSound bites"How do you take a creative business?""I'm not a discount photographer.""It's going to be all over the place."Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Journey04:56 Navigating the Creative Business Landscape08:22 Building a Sustainable Photography BrandKeywords:photography, business, creative process, entrepreneurship, podcast, branding, small business, photography industry, creative entrepreneurship, business strategies