We're tackling the episode nobody wants to have — but every photographer needs. In Episode 89, we are breaking down the photography business policies that protect your time, your income, and your sanity before a difficult client situation forces you to figure it out the hard way.

On this episode:

• Weather, sickness, and reschedule policies
• Model release policies and how to navigate pushback
• Late client policies — and how communication is your secret weapon
• The Contract Club - Alison's favorite contract lawyer

Tired of being invisible on Google? Learn the 5 SEO mistakes keeping photographers from getting found (and how to fix them) in Melissa's free masterclass: https://pictureperfectrankings.com/mistakes

Thinking about a pivot or transition in your photography business? Book a free 15 minute discovery call with Alison to talk through your next move.

Ready to streamline your content? Melissa's got you covered with her 35+ Blog Post Topics freebie—grab them now.

Looking for your next clients? Grab Alison's list of 39 FREE ways to get more bookings—no ads required.

Links:

• Get on the Waitlist for Alison's next LIVE Workshop
• Braden Drake's Contract Club
• Leave a review in Apple or on Spotify
• Find Alison on IG @‌alisonbellphotog
• Find Melissa on IG @‌pictureperfectrankings

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We're looking for photographers to be featured on future Mini Mentoring episodes! Click this link to throw your name in the hat!

Mini Mentoring is a series where Alison & Melissa get the low down on a real life business owner in need of more business.

Whether that's because they've relocated, or pivoted niches we're walking through their business can giving them our recommendations to get booked.

Relocating your photography business doesn't have to feel like driving off a cliff without knowing where you'll land. We sat down with Christian Grant, a family photographer moving from Chattanooga to the Atlanta area this summer, and walked through exactly how to transition smoothly without losing momentum—or clients—in either location.

On this episode:

• Strategic SEO keyword planning when moving to a new market
• Maximizing bookings and creating scarcity before a big move
• Leveraging free sessions and collaborations to establish yourself in a new city

Running a photography business in two locations at once might sound overwhelming, but with the right game plan, you can maintain your current client base while building traction in your new market. Whether you're switching up your blog posts, timing your big announcement, or figuring out how to juggle both locations, this episode breaks down the exact steps to make your transition work.

Looking for fresh content ideas to boost your SEO? Grab our 35 Blog Post Topics to keep your content calendar full while you're managing the chaos of a move.

Ready to strategize your own business transition? Book a free 15 minute discovery call and let's map out your next steps together.

Join Alison's LIVE workshops tackling client communication, pricing, blogging and more. Get on the waitlist to get the details first!

Links:

• Join Alison's LIVE workshops Get on the email list

• Leave a review in Apple or on Spotify

• @alisonbellphotog

• @‌pictureperfectrankings

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Managing a homeschool and business from home requires more than just hustle—it requires strategic systems, clear boundaries, and the confidence to prioritize what matters most. We sat down with operations expert and fellow military spouse Mikel Dyer to talk about the real-life strategies that make it possible to be both a present homeschool mom and a thriving business owner. From setting working hours that protect your family time to batching tasks by energy level, this conversation is packed with actionable insights for ambitious moms who refuse to choose between motherhood and entrepreneurship.

Mikel Dyer is an Operations Strategist and founder of Adroitly & Co. She helps founders build businesses that support their life, not consume it, through clear frameworks and steady partnership. She's a 2‑time business owner and the creator of Founders At Home, a space dedicated to leaders growing businesses while nurturing family and home.

• Setting boundaries and client expectations as a homeschool entrepreneur

• Systemizing your day to maximize productivity without burnout

• The "systemize, prioritize, remove" framework for sustainable business growth

Tired of being invisible on Google? Learn the 5 SEO mistakes keeping photographers from getting found (and how to fix them) in Melissa's free masterclass: https://pictureperfectrankings.com/mistakes

Join Alison's LIVE workshops tackling client communication, pricing, blogging and more. Get on the waitlist to get the details first!

Ready to streamline your content? Melissa's got you covered with her 35+ Blog Post Topics freebie—grab them now.

Looking for your next clients? Grab Alison's list of 39 FREE ways to get more bookings—no ads required.

Links:

• Workshop Waitlist with Alison

• Try WhisperFlow - get a free month with this link

• Mikel's Treadmill Desk Attachment

• Leave a review in Apple or on Spotify

• Find Alison on IG @‌alisonbellphotog

• Find Melissa on IG @‌pictureperfectrankings

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