
Right about now, many of you in the family photography world are probably starting to think about planning and marketing for your fall mini sessions. But do you *have* do them?? I am a family photographer exclusively and I don’t do fall mini sessions. Actually I don’t offer mini sessions any time of year.
If you feel stuck hating fall mini sessions because you think you *have* to offer them or need the quick cash, it may be time to get an alternative perspective.
Mini sessions are a great way to get started, practice, and develop your skills. But at a certain point, you can decide if it’s something that’s really aligned with your business goals… or not.

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(00:01:08) – Personal Experience with Mini Sessions
(00:02:18) – 3 Counterarguments to Mini Sessions
(00:04:44) – Effort vs. Reward in Mini Sessions
(00:05:51) – Quick Cash vs. Sustainable Income
(00:07:07) – Understanding Client Goals
(00:10:14) – Demand and Pricing Strategy
(00:12:18) – Ideas for how to boost bookings and income instead of mini sessions
(00:20:30) – Simplifying Offers
(00:24:49) – Get support!
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