Often Ambitious: A Photography & Business Podcast
Often Ambitious is for photographers, creatives, and entrepreneurs who want to work less, make more, and build a business that actually supports their life, not one that runs it.
Hosted by business strategist Alora Rachelle, this show is grounded in lived experience. Alora built a six-figure wedding photography business while raising kids, then went on to help wedding photographers generate over $3 million in collective revenue through Wedding Atelier. She’s done the work, questioned the rules, and helped others stop overworking for underwhelming results.
Each episode cuts through the noise with conversations about profitable pricing, boundaries without apology, authority without hustle, and growth that leaves room for creativity, rest, and a life you don’t need a vacation from.
If you’re ambitious but done with burnout, performative busywork, and chasing success that costs you everything else, Often Ambitious is for you.
Often Ambitious: A Photography & Business Podcast
166. How Chrissandra Made $22K With a 9-5 While Inside TWC
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In this episode, Alora interviews one of her students, Chrissandra, to discuss her journey from being a timid wedding photographer to a confident salesperson and successful business owner.
Chrissandra shares insights on overcoming pricing and sales challenges, the importance of asserting oneself as an expert, and the significant role of the Wedding CEO program in her development.
The discussion dives into Chrissandra's unique starting point in photography, the strategic pivot in her approach to client interactions, and her realization that confidence and effective communication are key in closing deals and elevating her business.
Throughout the episode, both Alora and Chrissandra emphasize the value of personal branding, understanding and serving your ideal client, and investing in education and community for sustained growth and success.
Check out Chrissandra's Instagram: https://instagram.com/capturedby_chris
Chrissandra's Website: https://www.capturedbychris.com/welcome
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