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[Case Study] Grace Paul Hired a Launch Strategist & Made $51k

Ep. 136

Hey friend! This week, we're doing things a little differently. Join me for an in-depth case study of my 1:1 launch integration client, family film photographer Grace Paul. We delve into the journey and strategies behind Grace's incredibly successful launch of a fine art family photography collaboration, which generated $51,000 in just one week! Grace shares the essential steps leading up to the launch, including the importance of a solid pre-launch strategy, collaborating with fantastic photography educators, and the benefits of not launching alone. Get your notepad ready for this one!


Takeaways

  • The power of community and collaboration
  • How to face your fears when looking at your numbers
  • Preparation strategies for a successful launch
  • And much more!


Full Show Notes Here!


⭐️Connect with Grace Paul

Instagram- @gracepaulphoto

Website - gracepaul.co



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