The Raw Files

Episode Summary:
In this episode of The Raw Files, we dive into the viral story of a bride’s controversial TikTok video and the ripple effect it had across the wedding industry. Lauren, a Gen Z bride, shared her dissatisfaction with her wedding makeup artist online, sparking debates about professionalism, client communication, and the power of social media in shaping narratives.

Highlights:
00:00 – The viral TikTok story of Lauren and her wedding makeup artist
07:15 – How the wedding industry can improve communication with Gen Z couples
14:40 – The importance of feedback and creating personalized client experiences
20:55 – Why business and sales training is crucial for photographers
28:30 – How the community supported the makeup artist and lessons on empathy
33:15 – Balancing passion with profitability: Lessons from a mastermind program

Links & Resources:
Subscribe on Spotify: The Raw Files
Subscribe on YouTube: @VanessaJoy
Visit my website: VanessaJoy.com
Join my exclusive community: The Photo Insiders
Follow on Instagram: @VanessaJoy – DM me “Mastermind” for info on my coaching program

Upcoming Events:
Imaging USA – February 3-4, 2025, Dallas, TX
WPPI – March 2025, Las Vegas, NV

Take Your Business to the Next Level:
Want to learn more about mastering the business side of photography? Join my Photo Mastermind program! https://bit.ly/photoinsidermm

Show Notes

Episode Summary:

In this episode of The Raw Files, we dive into the viral story of a bride’s controversial TikTok video and the ripple effect it had across the wedding industry. Lauren, a Gen Z bride, shared her dissatisfaction with her wedding makeup artist online, sparking debates about professionalism, client communication, and the power of social media in shaping narratives.


Highlights:

00:00 – The viral TikTok story of Lauren and her wedding makeup artist

07:15 – How the wedding industry can improve communication with Gen Z couples

14:40 – The importance of feedback and creating personalized client experiences

20:55 – Why business and sales training is crucial for photographers

28:30 – How the community supported the makeup artist and lessons on empathy

33:15 – Balancing passion with profitability: Lessons from a mastermind program


Links & Resources:

Subscribe on Spotify: The Raw Files

Subscribe on YouTube: @VanessaJoy

Visit my website: VanessaJoy.com

Join my exclusive community: The Photo Insiders

Follow on Instagram: @VanessaJoy – DM me “Mastermind” for info on my coaching program


Upcoming Events:

Imaging USA – February 3-4, 2025, Dallas, TX

WPPI – March 2025, Las Vegas, NV


Take Your Business to the Next Level:

Want to learn more about mastering the business side of photography? Join my Photo Mastermind program! https://bit.ly/photoinsidermm

What is The Raw Files?

Welcome to the video podcasts of The Raw Files. A podcast for photography business, technology, education and life.