LEVEL UP: A Wedding Photography + Videography Podcast
Ready to take your wedding photography or filmmaking business from mainstream to luxury? We are on a mission to equip YOU with the information and resources you need to scale your business into the premiere and luxury markets, where you can successfully 2-3x your prices.
Every Tuesday we invite you to tune in on conversations with Kelley and Taylor, luxury wedding cinematographers and business coaches, as we teach you what we have learned over 22+ years of combined experience in the wedding industry.
Learn the ins and outs of the luxury market, how to align your brand within it, and become fully prepared to take your business from mainstream to luxury.
In a nutshell: this is the wedding filmmaking + photography podcast for creatives striving for MORE in their businesses.
The wedding industry can be a challenging place to build a career, and we are here to help.
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LEVEL UP: A Wedding Photography + Videography Podcast
264: Your Team is Your Biggest Asset
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Your business can only grow as far as your team can carry it.
In this episode, we’re diving into what it actually looks like to build a high-level team that supports your growth, elevates your client experience, and allows you to show up at your highest creative level. Because the truth is, your second shooters, your assistants, your team… they are not just extra hands. They are a direct reflection of your brand.
We’re talking about when to bring people on, how to source the right talent, and why waiting for the right timing matters more than locking people in too early. We’re breaking down the difference between just filling a role and intentionally building a team you can trust when it matters most.
You are not just a creative. You are leading people. And that requires a different level of responsibility, communication, and preparation than most people realize. From setting expectations to creating clear workflows to making sure your team feels supported on the wedding day, it all matters more than you think.
Your team will either elevate your business or hold it back.
So the question is… are you building one that can take you where you want to go?
If you’re ready to stop doing it all alone and start building a business that actually supports your growth, this episode is for you.
This episode was sponsored by VidFlow. Level up your delivery experience at https://vidflow.co/thelevelupco
Timestamps:
00:00 - 01:28 | Elevating the Client Experience
01:29 - 03:42 | Podcast Intro at Hybrid
03:43 - 06:06 | Why You Need a Strong Team
06:07 - 08:13 | When to Book Your Team
08:14 - 10:00 | Trusting Your Team at a Higher Level
10:01 - 12:21 | Pricing, Value, and Better Talent
12:22 - 14:10 | Layers of Value in Your Business
14:11 - 16:04 | Leadership on Wedding Days
16:05 - 18:13 | Training and Setting Expectations
18:14 - 20:18 | How Your Team Impacts Growth
20:19 - 21:16 | Final Thoughts on Building a Team
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