Starting From Scratch: Rebuilding Your Photography Business After a Move

Moving to Charleston: One Photographer's Journey of Courage, Growth and Community In this episode, I'm chatting with photographer Erin Hurst about her inspiring move from Greenbrier County to Charleston, WV (2 hours away). We explore the challenges and triumphs of transition, building new relationships and embracing change in pursuit of passion and success. Key Topics Erin’s background in nonprofit work and transition into photography The moment Erin realized photography was her true calling The sacrifices and opportunities that come with moving Overcoming fears of market saturation and starting fresh Strategies for maintaining client relationships across distances Building community through networking, and other tips for newcomers Personal growth: handling doubts, celebrating small wins and manifesting success How social media, branding and personal life intersect with photography career Advice for photographers contemplating a move or career shift Erin’s favorite subjects: weddings, family sessions, and how her wedding experience informs her current work Timestamps 00:00 - Welcome and episode overview 02:50 - Erin’s journey from nonprofit to photography 05:20 - The defining moment that sparked her photography career 08:00 - Living in Greenbrier County: paradise and community support 11:35 - Reasons for relocating to Charleston and initial fears 15:10 - Navigating the saturation of the Charleston market 19:00 - Building client relationships remotely and maintaining consistency 22:45 - The importance of asking for help and letting go of ego 26:20 - Skill diversification: headshots, branding, and niche shooting 29:00 - Immersing in Charleston’s business scene and networking tips 32:10 - Personal life updates and balancing creativity with everyday life 35:00 - Reflecting on the move, growth, and future plans Connect with Erin Hurst http://erinhurstphotography.com/ https://www.facebook.com/erinhurstphotography [email protected]