#240: From Hobby to Thriving Business: How Lisa Deaton Booked Her First $1,120 'Julie' After Decades in Photography

Turning a passion into a profitable business isn’t always easy, especially when you’re juggling challenges. But what happens when you finally find the key to making it all work?   In this week’s Joycast, we’re sharing the incredible story of Lisa Deaton, a Cincinnati-based photographer who spent decades experimenting with her craft before booking her first $1,120 “Julie.” Lisa shares how she shifted from a hobbyist mindset to building a sustainable business, all while navigating the challenges of being a military spouse.   Here's a sneak peek: The pivotal moment that changed everything for Lisa’s photography business How to shift from a “just for fun” approach to running a profitable business Secrets to guiding clients through the ordering process with confidence The mindset changes that helped Lisa turn her passion into a steady income   Plus: Real-life lessons Lisa learned while creating her photography business Practical advice for photographers who want to level up their client experience A dose of inspiration for anyone on the journey of turning their dreams into reality   If you’ve ever wondered how to make your creative passion a reliable source of income, this episode is packed with tips, lessons, and encouragement to help you get there. RESOURCES: WORTH EVERY PENNY JOYCAST SHOW NOTES: https://photographybusinessinstitute.com/podcast/episode-240 SHOW TRANSCRIPT:  Click Here BOUTIQUE BREAKTHROUGH – 8-WEEK WORKSHOP www.joyofmarketing.com/boutiquebreakthrough INSTAGRAM – DM me “Conversation Starters” for some genuine ways to strike up a conversation about your photography business wherever you are. https://www.instagram.com/sarah.petty  FREE COPY: NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLING BOOK FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS www.joyofmarketing.com/freebook  FREE FACEBOOK GROUP: Join and get my free mini-class: How I earned $1,500 per client working 16 hours a week by becoming a boutique photographer. https://www.facebook.com/groups/ditchthedigitals  YOUTUBE: Check out my latest how to videos:  https://www.youtube.com/c/thejoyofmarketing  LOVE THE SHOW? Subscribe & Review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/worth-every-penny-joycast/id1513676756 #201 - How a Florida Educator Transformed Her Photography from Dabbling to $3,200 Orders:  Turning Her Back Burner Hobby into Real Money