Scott Proposki has photographed for National Geographic, Sports Illustrated, HBO, the White House, and so many massive brands and teams, and then experienced a complete business and identity reset when the pandemic hit.

We talk about what it’s really like to lose momentum after building something big, how identity can quietly get wrapped up in our work, and why sustainable success for photographers has so much more to do with leadership, clarity, and problem solving than just “good photos.”

Scott shares the behind the scenes of rebuilding from scratch, why comparison can derail even the most experienced creatives, and how focusing on one thing (instead of 32 ideas at once 🙃) can change everything.

If you’re a photographer who feels stuck, overwhelmed, burnt out, or just unsure of what the next step should be, this episode is such an encouraging reminder that your story, your experience, and your perspective actually matter more than you think. This one is full of mindset shifts, practical wisdom, and a lot of “oh wow, I needed that” moments.

You’re going to love Scott and the heart behind what he’s building.

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Ever wondered how photographers can actually land work with design studios? 👀 I sat down with Charleston designer Amanda Andreucci to talk about building her studio, leading a creative team, tips for collaborating across industries, and even how she's approaching AI. Quick, punchy, and packed with takeaways (plus it feels like a facetime date with two creatives).

Connect with Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/andreucci.design.studio/

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In this fun solo episode, Alex Blake dives into the cringe-worthy mistakes every beginner

photographer makes (yes, herself included 😅). From personal slip-ups to embarrassing listener submissions, Alex shares stories that'll have you laughing and learning at the same time. She reminds us that every pro was once a newbie and that messing up is just part of the creative journey. So, let's embrace the bloopers, grow from the fails, and keep moving toward progress!

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photography, beginner mistakes, learning, community, growth, encouragement, embarrassing

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