Do you LOVE photography but feel totally overwhelmed trying to turn it into a real, money-making business?
You're not alone — most photographers aren’t natural-born business pros. The creative part? Easy. But the business part...that’s where it gets tough. That is exactly why I created The Profitable Photographer. Every week, I bring you fun and heart centered conversations with top photographers and industry experts who share their best ACTIONABLE marketing and photography sales strategies, “inner game” shift tools that clear our roadblocks to success, and all the business wisdom they've learned along the way.
Plus, I hop on the mic solo to share the ups, downs, and lessons from my own 40 years behind the camera (and behind the business).
Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand your already-successful photography business, (and have lot more fun) you’ll find honest talk, practical tips, and loads of inspiration to help you thrive — not just survive — as a professional photographer.
So let’s dive in, get inspired, and build the photography career of your dreams!
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Do you LOVE photography but feel totally overwhelmed trying to turn it into a real, money-making business?
You're not alone — most photographers aren’t natural-born business pros. The creative part? Easy. But the business part...that’s where it gets tough. That is exactly why I created The Profitable Photographer. Every week, I bring you fun and heart centered conversations with top photographers and industry experts who share their best ACTIONABLE marketing and photography sales strategies, “inner game” shift tools that clear our roadblocks to success, and all the business wisdom they've learned along the way.
Plus, I hop on the mic solo to share the ups, downs, and lessons from my own 40 years behind the camera (and behind the business).
Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand your already-successful photography business, (and have lot more fun) you’ll find honest talk, practical tips, and loads of inspiration to help you thrive — not just survive — as a professional photographer.
So let’s dive in, get inspired, and build the photography career of your dreams!
326: Bert & Cindy Behnke: The Heart of a Successful Photography Business
Profitable Photographer Podcast
29 minutes 12 seconds
2 months ago
326: Bert & Cindy Behnke: The Heart of a Successful Photography Business
Welcome to a super informative episode of The Profitable Photographer with Luci Dumas!This week, I’m joined by longtime friends, industry icons, and master photographers Bert and Cindy Behnke — and oh, what a fun and insightful conversation we had!Bert and Cindy ran a 68-year-old, three-generation portrait business in the Chicago suburbs until they passed the torch in 2024. Specializing in fine portraiture and corporate work (with a big love for photographing families and women!), they’ve impacted countless lives — not just through their lens, but through their warmth, wisdom, and connection.Now they’re jet-setting across the globe, leading international photo workshops in dreamy destinations like Italy, Scotland, Ireland, Mexico, and Croatia. And you can join them!In this episode, we dive into:* The power of connection and relationship-building in portrait photography* Why making clients feel seen, heard, and truly cared for is at the core of a thriving business* How asking the right questions unlocks emotional impact and deeper client engagement* A reminder that craftsmanship matters — solid skills + solid relationships = magic* And so much more!There is so much value in listening to photographers with decades of success. And this episode is a big, beautiful reminder that our greatest success comes when people know, like, and trust us. I know you are going to feel this way about Bert and CindyMore about Bert & Cindy BehnkeWebsite: behnkephoto.com (https://www.behnkephoto.com/)Connect with Luci Dumas:Want to chat about your photography business or learn how coaching can support you? Visit lucidumascoaching.com (https://lucidumascoaching.com/) — there’s a link to book a free 20-minute call (promise, it’s not hard to find!).Thanks for tuning in, beautiful humans! Your support means the world to me. Until next time, sending you a big heart full of love — and as always, keep doing what you love, loving what you do, and making this world a better place one portrait at a time.With gratitude,Luci DumasConnect with Photography Business Coach Luci Dumas: * Website (https://lucidumascoaching.com/) * Email: luci@lucidumas.com (mailto:luci@lucidumas.com)* Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/theprofitablephotographer_pod/) * Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/LuciDumasCoaching)* YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCut3Qk6t6Z2DUJYEYGSCfKA)New episodes drop every week — make sure to subscribe so you never miss an inspiring guest or a powerful solo episode designed to help you grow your photography business.
Profitable Photographer Podcast
Do you LOVE photography but feel totally overwhelmed trying to turn it into a real, money-making business?
You're not alone — most photographers aren’t natural-born business pros. The creative part? Easy. But the business part...that’s where it gets tough. That is exactly why I created The Profitable Photographer. Every week, I bring you fun and heart centered conversations with top photographers and industry experts who share their best ACTIONABLE marketing and photography sales strategies, “inner game” shift tools that clear our roadblocks to success, and all the business wisdom they've learned along the way.
Plus, I hop on the mic solo to share the ups, downs, and lessons from my own 40 years behind the camera (and behind the business).
Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand your already-successful photography business, (and have lot more fun) you’ll find honest talk, practical tips, and loads of inspiration to help you thrive — not just survive — as a professional photographer.
So let’s dive in, get inspired, and build the photography career of your dreams!
