What is the toughest part of running a photography business?

3 years 7 months ago #695992 by Travis Brunson
One day I would like to have my own photography business that I'm able to earn a living from.  As the title probes, what is the toughest part of running a photography business that you would like to see easier?   


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3 years 7 months ago #695998 by Nikon Shooter
In general, keeping volumes at a respectable volume… otherwise,
you'll end up doing videos on youtube, like many, to make a living.

Personally, I think the whole thing is exciting but the book keeping,
it gives me the feeling of slowing down… not in my mind set.

Light is free… capturing it is not!
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3 years 7 months ago #696077 by fmw
Sales and marketing, followed closely by customer service.  Photography is the easy part.


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3 years 7 months ago #696108 by Carlos
Marketing and staying in front of the local competition.

(2) Canon 7D, Canon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS, 17-55 f/2.8 IS USM, 50mm f/1.4 USM, 85mm f/1.8 USM, Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 HSM, Sigma 10-20mm f/4-5.6
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3 years 7 months ago #696195 by Karen Comella
Managing time and back end


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3 years 7 months ago #696411 by CaptNemo
These days?  Staying busy and finding work!  


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3 years 7 months ago #696470 by MomSmart
Sales and marketing is the toughest part of running a photography business.


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3 years 7 months ago #696549 by KENT MELTON
Finding business these days! 


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