Quianna Marie Weekly

You know you’re ready for a brand shoot, but you don’t just want pretty photos. You want a professional shoot with branding and marketing strategy to back it up. In today’s episode, I’m sharing why you need to hire a photographer that thinks like a marketer! On Quianna Marie Weekly, we're chatting about business growing pains, finding genuine connections, and celebrating wins of all sizes through the lens of a photographer at heart. Sprinkled throughout stories and interviews with past clients, photographers and other business owners this podcast is designed to help you step into your purpose and to truly create a life you're proud of, a life worth photographing and sharing.Today’s episode is brought to you by The Green House, my resource garden for photographers! Let me help you AMPLIFY your heart online and in real life to turn bridesmaids into future brides through templates, workshops, and freebies!Learn More >>You can find the full show notes and transcript for this episode at quiannamarie.com/podcast!Review The Show Notes:Pretty Photos Vs. Profitable Photos (1:26)Strategy Matters More Than Style (2:40)What To Look For In A Brand Photographer (4:49)Mentioned In This Episode:Lucky 13 Quarterly Content Creation: quiannamarie.com/13Book A Brand Session Planning Call: quiannamarie.com/bookConnect with Quianna:Website: quiannamarie.comInstagram: instagram.com/quiannamarie

If I had to start my business over, what would I do differently? In today’s episode, I’m answering exactly that. What I would actually focus on if I had to start from scratch today, especially to build momentum, book clients, and grow a profitable business. Today’s episode is brought to you by The Green House, my resource garden for photographers! Let me help you AMPLIFY your heart online and in real life to turn bridesmaids into future brides through templates, workshops, and freebies!Learn More >>You can find the full show notes and transcript for this episode at quiannamarie.com/podcast!Review The Show Notes:Document Everything (2:00)Start My Email List WAY Sooner (3:35)Invest In A Brand Shoot MUCH Earlier (7:46)Get In The Room, As Many As I Can (9:54)Show Up Anyway (11:42)Keep My Options Open (14:17)Offer Free Photography + Collabs (17:18)Make Sure My Business Is Legit (19:03)Have Fun! (19:57)Mentioned In This Episode:Book More with B-Roll Mini Course: stan.store/quiannamarie/p/bloom-with-brollBook A Brand Session Planning Call: quiannamarie.com/bookFlodesk quiannamarie.com/flodeskEpisode 217 Sell Out Your Mini Sessions With Flodesk: quiannamarieblog.com/2025/11/17/217-sell-out-your-mini-sessions-with-flodeskEpisode 193 Exposure Doesn’t Pay The Bills: quiannamarieblog.com/2025/06/02/193-exposure-doesnt-pay-the-billsEpisode 103 Investing In Events + Conferences: quiannamarieblog.com/2023/09/11/103-investing-in-events-conferencesEpisode 56 Creating A Legally Legit Business with Paige Griffith: quiannamarieblog.com/2022/10/17/creating-a-legally-legit-business-with-paige-griffithConnect with Quianna:Website: quiannamarie.comInstagram: instagram.com/quiannamarie

You might be wondering… do I really need a brand shoot? In today’s episode, I’m answering that question and more! I’m sharing all of the questions that I get about brand shoots and explaining how important they really are for your next launch. On Quianna Marie Weekly, we're chatting about business growing pains, finding genuine connections, and celebrating wins of all sizes through the lens of a photographer at heart. Sprinkled throughout stories and interviews with past clients, photographers and other business owners this podcast is designed to help you step into your purpose and to truly create a life you're proud of, a life worth photographing and sharing.Today’s episode is brought to you by The Green House, my resource garden for photographers! Let me help you AMPLIFY your heart online and in real life to turn bridesmaids into future brides through templates, workshops, and freebies!Learn More >>You can find the full show notes and transcript for this episode at quiannamarie.com/podcast!Review The Show Notes:Do I Really Need A Brand Shoot Right Now? (8:07)What If I Don’t Feel Ready? (10:38)What If I Don’t Know What To Do In Front Of The Camera? (12:14)What Will I Actually Get Out Of A Brand Session? (18:07)How Do I Know If I’m At The Right Stage Of My Business? (20:44)What If I’ve Had Photos Taken Before… And They Didn’t Work? (22:51)Is It Really Worth The Investment? (24:21)What Happens After The Shoot? (26:23)What Is It Costing You To NOT Be Seen Right Now? (28:04)Mentioned In This Episode:Lucky 13 Quarterly Content Creation: quiannamarie.com/13Book A Brand Session Planning Call: quiannamarie.com/bookEpisode 153 6 Figure Launch with Felicia Romero: quiannamarieblog.com/2024/08/26/153-6-figure-launch-with-felicia-romeroTorreon Lake House Retreat: instagram.com/torreonlakehouseretreat/Connect with Quianna:Website: quiannamarie.comInstagram: instagram.com/quiannamarie

Before you book your next brand session, WAIT! Today’s episode is all about what to do before you ever step in front of the camera. I’m sharing 5 quick, but impactful tips that will help build your brand and make your session a success. On Quianna Marie Weekly, we're chatting about business growing pains, finding genuine connections, and celebrating wins of all sizes through the lens of a photographer at heart. Sprinkled throughout stories and interviews with past clients, photographers and other business owners this podcast is designed to help you step into your purpose and to truly create a life you're proud of, a life worth photographing and sharing.Today’s episode is brought to you by The Green House, my resource garden for photographers! Let me help you AMPLIFY your heart online and in real life to turn bridesmaids into future brides through templates, workshops, and freebies!Learn More >>You can find the full show notes and transcript for this episode at quiannamarie.com/podcast!Review The Show Notes:Build Your Shoot Around One Revenue Driver (2:40)Reverse Engineer For Your Next Launch (4:53)Plan Your Content Buckets (Not Just Your Outfit) (7:30)Decide Who You’re Becoming (Not Just Who You’ve Been) (9:10)Fine Tune Your Systems And Workflows (11:18)Mentioned In This Episode:Book More with B-Roll Mini Course: stan.store/quiannamarie/p/bloom-with-brollBook A Brand Session Planning Call: quiannamarie.com/bookEpisode 233 Booking More with Repeat Clients with Colie James: quiannamarieblog.com/2026/03/09/233-booking-more-with-repeat-clients-with-colie-jamesConnect with Quianna:Website: quiannamarie.comInstagram: instagram.com/quiannamarie

As a business owner, where should you invest your time and money: DIY content or professional brand shoots? In this episode, I’m breaking down why your business will thrive when you have BOTH! I’m diving into a few key differences between DIY content and professional brand photos, why they both matter, and how they work together to help you attract more clients. Today’s episode is brought to you by The Green House, my resource garden for photographers! Let me help you AMPLIFY your heart online and in real life to turn bridesmaids into future brides through templates, workshops, and freebies!Learn More >>You can find the full show notes and transcript for this episode at quiannamarie.com/podcast!Review The Show Notes:Consistent vs. Professional (3:43)Everyday Moments vs. Signature Visuals (4:55)Quick Content vs. Strategic Content (6:10)Starting Point vs. Growing Stage (7:35)DIY Content Leads To Brand Sessions (9:01)If You Still Feel Stuck On What To Post (12:25)Mentioned In This Episode:Book More with B-Roll Mini Course: stan.store/quiannamarie/p/bloom-with-brollBook A Brand Session Planning Call: quiannamarie.com/bookBook Your Intuitive Content Coaching Call: quiannamarie.com/contactEasy B-Roll Ideas For Business Owners: quiannamarie.com/brollDr. Steph Dorworth on Instagram: instagram.com/stephdorworthConnect with Quianna:Website: quiannamarie.comInstagram: instagram.com/quiannamarie

Is it true that if you show up with purpose, the clients will come? Well… not quite. In today’s episode, I’m sharing why purpose doesn’t necessarily equal profits. Plus, I’m diving into how authority language in your messaging can make a huge difference in your business success. On Quianna Marie Weekly, we're chatting about business growing pains, finding genuine connections, and celebrating wins of all sizes through the lens of a photographer at heart. Sprinkled throughout stories and interviews with past clients, photographers and other business owners this podcast is designed to help you step into your purpose and to truly create a life you're proud of, a life worth photographing and sharing.Today’s episode is brought to you by The Green House, my resource garden for photographers! Let me help you AMPLIFY your heart online and in real life to turn bridesmaids into future brides through templates, workshops, and freebies!Review The Show Notes:Why Purpose-Driven Marketing Alone Doesn’t Book High-Ticket Clients (2:07)The Power Of Authority Language In Your Messaging (4:15)How To Communicate Expertise Without Sounding Salesy (5:31)Authority Messaging For Photographers (8:47)Beginner Versus Authority Messaging (21:54)Mentioned In This Episode:Book A Brand Session Planning Call: quiannamarie.com/bookEpisode 225 Visibility All Year Long For Photographers: quiannamarieblog.com/2026/01/12/225-visibility-all-year-long-for-photographersEpisode 220 Stop Only Marketing To Your Dream Clients: quiannamarieblog.com/2025/12/08/220-stop-only-marketing-to-your-dream-clientsEpisode 216  Book More By Sharing Your Living Brand: quiannamarieblog.com/2025/11/10/216-book-more-by-sharing-your-living-brandEpisode 150-171 The Branding Series: quiannamarieblog.com/2024/08/05/building-authority-with-a-branding-photoshootConnect with Quianna:Website: quiannamarie.comInstagram: instagram.com/quiannamarie

Inquiries are pouring in, but are you ready for them? In today’s episode, I have the honor of introducing you to systems strategist Colie James. We’re diving into how to handle a surge of visibility, fix common workflow mistakes, and scale your business without the chaos. On Quianna Marie Weekly, we're chatting about business growing pains, finding genuine connections, and celebrating wins of all sizes through the lens of a photographer at heart. Sprinkled throughout stories and interviews with past clients, photographers and other business owners this podcast is designed to help you step into your purpose and to truly create a life you're proud of, a life worth photographing and sharing.Today’s episode is brought to you by The Green House, my resource garden for photographers! Let me help you AMPLIFY your heart online and in real life to turn bridesmaids into future brides through templates, workshops, and freebies!Review The Show Notes:Preparing For The Inquiry Process (2:32)Where To Start With Automated Responses (5:03)Creating The Intake Process (7:37)Quianna’s Booking Challenge Workaround (10:00)The Mistake You Might Be Making Before The Session (16:08)High-Touch, Low-Effort Workflows (20:03)The Three R’s And Other Off-Boarding Strategy (23:05)Closing Out Your Client Experience (34:09)Working With Colie On Your Systems (37:53)Mentioned In This Episode:Book Your VIP Day: quiannamarie.com/vipLucky 13 Quarterly Content Creation: quiannamarie.com/13Connect with Colie:Website: coliejames.comInstagram: instagram.com/coliejamesPodcast: coliejames.com/podcastConnect with Quianna:Website: quiannamarie.comInstagram: instagram.com/quiannamarie

It’s official—this wedding photographer is now MARRIED! In today’s episode, I’m sharing all the details of our wedding day. Listen in to hear about our incredible vendors, the unexpected surprises, and all of the moments that made this truly the best day of my life. Today’s episode is brought to you by The Green House, my resource garden for photographers! Let me help you AMPLIFY your heart online and in real life to turn bridesmaids into future brides through templates, workshops, and freebies!Learn More >>You can find the full show notes and transcript for this episode at quiannamarie.com/podcast!Review The Show Notes:Welcome Night (4:25)Our Valentines (9:54)The Morning Of (10:58)Taking Photos (13:46)The Only Glitch (15:41)Unexpected Moments (16:37)The Ceremony (18:13)The Reception (22:40)Mentioned In This Episode:Lucky 13 Quarterly Content Creation: quiannamarie.com/13Connect with Quianna:Website: quiannamarie.comInstagram: instagram.com/quiannamarie