Are destination weddings the pinnacle of success? In this episode, filmmaker and creative entrepreneur Hannah McGinty pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to land and sustain destination wedding gigs. As she prepares for her first paid international wedding in Portugal, Hannah shares the years of behind-the-scenes work, strategic marketing, and personal sacrifice that made it possible. This episode challenges the aesthetic-driven pressures of the wedding industry and offers a grounded perspective on building a business that’s actually aligned with your life—not just your Instagram feed.
Whether you're dreaming of filming all over the world or wondering if you can thrive in your own city, this episode will help you redefine success on your own terms.
Key Topics Covered:
- The hidden costs and long game of booking destination weddings
- How styled shoots and strategic marketing build credibility
- Questions to ask before pursuing destination work
- The silent pressure to appear successful in the wedding industry
- Why sustainability and alignment matter more than location
- How to market yourself without losing sight of what really matters
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What is Outsmart the Hustle?
Does your creative business struggle to bring in the right clientele and financial leverage, leaving you feeling stuck and frustrated? The Outsmart the Hustle podcast will show you how to turn hard work into smart work! I'm your host, Hannah McGinty, helping you focus on the high-impact moves that drive your business forward without the endless grind. Whether you've been running your business for 20 years or 20 minutes, I'm here to bring you clear, practical strategies from industry experts and successful entrepreneurs who know how to create a sustainable business. I've been running my creative video production business since 2019, where I primarily work in the wedding and event space. And since 2021, my business has continued to hit six figures in revenue. Now imagine that for yourself. What would it help you achieve in life if that meant your passion could turn into a consistent paycheck? Tune in each Tuesday for fresh insights, tools, and ideas to help you streamline, scale, and find freedom in your work—so you can build the business and life you truly want to live.