It’s taken TEN long years and a LOT of trial and error for Bittersweet to become something sustainable for the two of us and our daughter, Griffin. When I filed for an LLC a decade ago, I had a few hundred dollars in the bank and zero experience in being an entrepreneur.
Read MoreOne of the first things you need as a small business owner is a website. From purchasing a domain name to deciding on the best website platform, there are a lot of factors that go into setting up a site. We want to make this process a little less overwhelming for you by sharing our thoughts on two popular website platforms: Squarespace & Showit.
Read MoreWhen it comes to starting a business, having a brilliant idea is one small piece of the entrepreneurial pie. More and more people want a little taste of this so-called dream life as a small business owner, but there are a lot of steps that are required before you quit your 9-5.
Read MoreI used to think of our phone bill as just another tax write-off. It didn’t make much of a difference whether or not we spent $20 or $200 each month, because a good portion of this expense would be deducted from our taxes each year, or so I thought.
Read MoreEvery business out there needs a solid game plan, and it’s impossible to do this without solid protection from nightmare clients. This contract collection has everything from a model release section to session pricing & client expectations to help you & your clients sleep better at night.
Read MoreAs a graphic designer and small business owner, Pinterest has helped us to share ideas while promoting our photography templates to millions of photographers & creatives. We started actively using Pinterest about five years ago and have gained a lot of insight about what works and what doesn’t work within this powerful platform. With over 1.5 million views per month, we want to share some of our tips so you can market your business effectively on Pinterest.
Read MoreEase wedding day stress by creating a timeline for your couples. Not only do they make adorable keepsakes, but they also keep vendors, friends, & family members on the same page the day of the wedding.
Read MoreIn this FREE 50 minute webinar, you'll get the inside scoop on how to transform your photography business into your dream job - a sustainable business where you attract your target clients and book your dream weddings! Determine how to price your unique services with confidence, and earn what you are truly worth!
Read MoreWith the launch of our newest Squarespace templates, we've received quite a few questions asking if we are planning on designing for other platforms. Currently, the answer is NO, and here are a few reasons why we are choosing to design exclusively for Squarespace:
Read MoreCustom websites don't have to cost thousands of dollars or take months to create. Don't worry - you don't need to know anything about coding or CSS. Simply copy and paste the code that's included with your design. We use and LOVE this platform and think you will, too.
Read MoreThe best thing about the internet age is that you can finally get crafty with your marketing efforts without having to spend a fortune. With a touch of creativity and a little social media know-how, you can build that network and expand your business. Read through this list to get your brainstorming started:
Read MoreOur Squarespace templates make creating a website a breeze. After testing out every web design platform out there, we have found Squarespace to be the easiest & most affordable option out there. Its simple layouts allow for complete customization. No two sites will ever have to look the same!
Read MoreAlign Album Design was created by Melissa Jill, a talented wedding photographer based out of Phoenix, Arizona. Her fast and affordable album design service allows photographers to upload images, choose a design style, then wait 4 business days or less for the album to be completed.
Read MoreWe saw there was a common need for this marketing tool and think it is one of the most important tools you can have. Having a nice business card is no longer the standard. To stand out, you need to have a clear message of what services you provide for potential clients.
Read MoreThis year, we've had many new opportunities to share our personal story within a professional audience. We have made it a goal to bring more value to what we do instead of simply selling customizable marketing materials for creatives.
Read MoreI randomly looked at 20 of the most recent photographers that have purchased something over the last week and saw that over 50% of them did not have a mobile-friendly site.
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