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The Photographer Mindset
The Photographer Mindset is a podcast specifically created for photographers, and those who believe their purpose is to create, inspire and develop into their full potential. The photographer mindset podcast was initiated to help creative individuals understand that their success depends on more than just skill and dedication. In this podcast we learn to develop a winning mindset based on attitude and out of the box thinking strategies so that we can grow our clients, brand recognition & confidence. We want to work smarter towards our goals, not harder.
Episodes
270 episodes
Dalton Johnson - Are Photographers Viewing “Free Work” the Wrong Way?
Dalton Johnson (@storiesbydalton) is a photographer, adventurer, and journalist who has collaborated with renowned brands such as Patagonia, Big Agnes, and Rivian.In this episode, ...
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Episode 275
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1:02:26
Eric Bennett - Photography is Not a Popularity Contest
Eric Bennett (@bennettfilm) is a nature photographer, artist, and storyteller who brings an intentional and deeply personal approach to his craft.How does a photographer transform the o...
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Episode 274
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Justin Haugen - Reinventing Yourself as a Creative Professional
Justin Haugen (@photowarlock) is a commercial photographer, creative professional, and a father navigating the challenges of balancing career and family life.What does it take to pivo...
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Episode 273
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51:21
How to Turn Unpaid Work into Paid Work
How can free gigs pave the way for a thriving creative career? We dissect the art of turning unpaid work into meaningful opportunities in this episode. From playing the long game and smartly building your portfolio to balancing effort in free p...
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Episode 272
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44:49
How to Build an Amazing Portfolio by Revisiting Locations or Subjects
How do you elevate your creative work when revisiting familiar places or projects? This episode explores how revisiting locations or concepts with fresh eyes can help refine your process and strengthen your portfolio. Aaron and Seth break down ...
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Episode 271
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48:48
Chris Burkard - The Art of Storytelling and Living Boldly
In this episode we're joined by photographer and filmmaker Chris Burkard (@chrisburkard) as he shares his insights on storytelling, creative exploration, and balancing ambition with family l...
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Episode 270
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1:25:52
4 Mistakes We've Made as Photographers Pt. 2
Part two is here, and we’re bringing more reflections and lessons learned from our photography journeys. This time, we’re talking about the power of focusing on fewer, impactful goals, finding balance in your social media habits, and navigating...
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Episode 269
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1:00:21
4 Mistakes We've Made as Photographers Pt. 1
Everyone makes mistakes, but in this episode, we’re owning them and sharing the valuable lessons they brought us. From pouring too much energy into social media to regretfully underpricing creative work, skipping contracts, and being enticed by...
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Episode 268
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1:01:47
Are Photographers Gatekeeping or Rightfully Guarding Their Hard-Earned Success?
This episode dives into the controversial topic of gatekeeping in the photography community, unpacking both sides of the debate on sharing knowledge versus earning it through experience. We explore the role of mentorship, the importance of buil...
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Episode 267
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49:05
4 More Things That Fuelled Our Photography Success (Pt. 2)
This episode is part two of our two-part series, where we continue exploring the lessons that have defined our photography journeys. We dig into the art of building a unique editing style through fearless experimentation, the importance of harn...
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Episode 265
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1:08:36
4 Things That Fuelled Our Photography Success (Pt. 1)
In today’s episode, we reflect on our photography journeys, sharing pivotal strategies and mindset shifts that have shaped our growth. We explore the art of building momentum from small gigs, mastering versatility to meet different creative dem...
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Episode 264
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1:00:38
What Happens When We Don’t Talk About Photography?
In this episode, we challenged ourselves to create an entire episode without mentioning photography, not even once! What seemed simple at first turned out to be a tough but rewarding experiment. The episode serves as an experiment and demonstra...
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Episode 263
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1:26:28
Why Getting Competitive with Your Photography Will Help You Improve
Are photography contests worth your time? Can submitting your work really change your creative trajectory or confidence? Seth and Aaron sit down with photographer Neil Dankoff (@neildankoff),...
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Episode 262
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1:00:30
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Overcoming Meaninglessness & Nihilism as a Creator
When faced with the question "If everything is meaningless, why bother?" how do we push forward as creatives and start or resume sharing our work again?Seth and Aaron explore what it means to create in a world that often feels s...
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Episode 261
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1:10:36
Topaz Labs CEO Eric Yang on the Future of Photo and Video Creation
In this episode, we chat with Eric Yang (@yangez) , CEO of Topaz Labs (@topazlabs), about the future of photo and video creation over the next 5 ...
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Episode 260
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1:09:33
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Aaron & Seth’s Creative Journey from Beginning to Now
Why do our creative journeys twist and turn in unexpected ways?This episode opens with a nostalgic throwback to one of the first times Aaron and Seth met during an Instagram Live exchange five years ago. Taking inspiration from a listene...
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Episode 259
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1:31:06
Why Hard Work Doesn’t Always Pay Off
Why does hard work sometimes fall short of delivering the results we expect? In this episode, we uncover the non-linear relationship between effort and success, challenging the idea that rewards are always proportional to the work we put in. Th...
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Episode 258
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1:01:30
Ryan Peters: Mastering Niche Content Creation with Social Media’s Viral "Pasta Guy"
In this episode we chat with Ryan Peters (@ryanpeterspgh) a.k.a "Peter's Pasta", a Pittsburgh-based chef and pasta enthusiast whose viral TikTok and Instagram videos have captivated million...
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Episode 257
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59:48
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Toronto Raptors Team Photographer Vaughn Ridley on Becoming a Professional Sports Photographer
In this episode, we chat with Vaughn Ridley (@vaughnridley), NBA team photographer for the Toronto Raptors and Getty Images photographer, about his journey into sports photography and what i...
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Episode 256
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1:02:11
Eric Paré & Kim Henry: Photography as a Performance, Light Painting, & Staying Playful
In this episode, we talk with Canadians Eric Paré (@ericparephoto) and Kim Henry (@kimhenry.dance), a creative duo known for blending...
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Episode 255
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55:32
Ken Landry: Why the Camera Comes Second to Your Passion
In this episode, we chat with Ken Landry (@varsityoverland), an emerging creator who has successfully turned his passion for overlanding into compelling content on social media a...
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Episode 254
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1:24:58
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How to "Futureproof" Yourself as a Creator and Become Indispensable
In this episode, we explore how creators can adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing world by learning to integrate new technology instead of resisting it. We examine the natural fear of change, breaking down why it happens and how to tackle it ...
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Episode 253
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50:18
Becoming "Essentialist" Photographers in 2025
In this episode, we build upon last week's discussion about concepts we'll have at the forefront of our brains as we move through life and photography in 2025, mainly focusing on how to live and create with more intention. We explore the power ...
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Episode 252
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