Pricing & Money Mindset

Episode 2 of the The Business Focused Photographer Podcast podcast, hosted by Jill C. Smith, titled "Pricing & Money Mindset" was published on March 9, 2026 and runs 47 minutes.

March 9, 2026 ·47m · The Business Focused Photographer Podcast

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Guest: Aislinn McKenna, former luxury wedding photographer turned multiple six figure coach (Colorado based)We Discuss:Why “more money in the hands of good people” mattersThe difference between money mindset and financial literacy (and why you need both)Weekly money dates and “normalizing” the number in your bank accountRedefining what “zero” means so you move differentlyWhy photographers get stuck in industry narratives (feast or famine, “booking is weird,” etc.)The unsexy basics that create confidence: cost of doing business, cost per client, projections, CACPracticing your numbers out loud so you can say them without flinchingHow to raise prices with repeat clients without creating resentmentHow to make more money without simply raising prices (offer suite shifts, tiers, client exclusive days)TLDR:If you don’t know your numbers, it’s hard to stand behind your prices.If you do know your numbers, confidence becomes a skill you can practice.You don’t have to burn down your business to make it more profitable. You can restructure your offer suite so it’s a win for you and a win for your clients.Links + Resources:Find Aislinn: Instagram @aislinneileencoachingWebsite: aislinneileen.com

Episode Description

Guest: Aislinn McKenna, former luxury wedding photographer turned multiple six figure coach (Colorado based)

We Discuss:

Why “more money in the hands of good people” matters
The difference between money mindset and financial literacy (and why you need both)
Weekly money dates and “normalizing” the number in your bank account
Redefining what “zero” means so you move differently
Why photographers get stuck in industry narratives (feast or famine, “booking is weird,” etc.)
The unsexy basics that create confidence: cost of doing business, cost per client, projections, CAC
Practicing your numbers out loud so you can say them without flinching
How to raise prices with repeat clients without creating resentment
How to make more money without simply raising prices (offer suite shifts, tiers, client exclusive days)

TLDR:

If you don’t know your numbers, it’s hard to stand behind your prices.
If you do know your numbers, confidence becomes a skill you can practice.
You don’t have to burn down your business to make it more profitable. You can restructure your offer suite so it’s a win for you and a win for your clients.

Links + Resources:

Find Aislinn: Instagram @aislinneileencoaching
Website: aislinneileen.com

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