LEVEL UP: A Wedding Photography + Videography Podcast

Prioritizing Progress Over Perfection: How to Scale Your Wedding Business Faster

Taylor Petrinovich & Kelley Gilster Episode 148

Are you waiting for the "perfect moment" to grow your wedding business?

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Taylor and Kelley discuss why prioritizing progress over perfection is the key to scaling your business faster.

From real-life success stories of Mastermind alumni to tangible strategies for growth, they share how taking action before you feel ready leads to long-term success.

If you're a wedding photographer or videographer looking to break into the luxury market, raise your prices, and build a high-end brand, this episode is packed with insights, motivation, and actionable steps.

In this episode, we cover:
✔️ Why waiting for perfection can hold you back in business
✔️ How small, consistent changes lead to long-term success
✔️ Real-life stories from wedding professionals who took action & saw results
✔️ The 18-month rule—how long it really takes to gain traction in luxury weddings
✔️ Why mentorship and community support help you grow faster
✔️ How to overcome fear & take the first step toward luxury pricing

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Timestamps:

00:00 – 05:00 | Introduction
05:01 – 15:00 | The Concept of Prioritizing Progress Over Perfection
15:01 – 25:00 | Real-Life Stories from Mastermind Alumni
25:01 – 35:00 | Long-Term Business Growth & The 18-Month Rule
35:01 – 45:00 | Overcoming Fear & Taking the First Step
45:01 – 49:00 | Final Thoughts 

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Connect with Taylor , Kelley + The Level Up Co.:
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🔗Kelley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/618studios/
💻Website: https://thelevelupco.com/