From Corporate Grind to Equine Photographer with Cassidy Brooke

264 - Have you ever dreamed of ditching the corporate grind to follow your passion? That’s exactly what today’s guest, Cassidy Brooke, did! Cassidy left her 9-5 insurance job, picked up her Nikon, and created a thriving equine photography business. Join us as Cassidy walks through her journey of building a career she loves and shares advice on everything from dealing with competition to balancing portrait and commercial photography. Get ready to be inspired and pick up some actionable tips along the way!

What to Listen For:

• The moment Cassidy decided to quit her corporate job with no backup plan.
• How Cassidy transitioned from working with a $400 Costco camera to becoming an in-demand professional photographer.
• Cassidy’s experience with "working for free" to build a brand and why it worked for her.
• The benefits of working with brands and how it helped Cassidy grow her photography business.
• Cassidy’s mindset shift after losing her Instagram account—and how it led to greater success.
• Tips for photographers who want to build relationships with brands and start earning from commercial work.
• Advice on navigating the crowded equine and pet photography space without feeling the pressure of competition.
• How to leverage social media for marketing, even if you’re an introvert.

Cassidy’s story is proof that with bold decisions, the right mindset, and a lot of persistence, you can turn your passion into a profitable business. Whether you’re looking to start your photography business or transition to working with brands, her journey is packed with valuable insights. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode, and if you found this one helpful, please leave a review!

Resources From This Episode:

• Cassidy Brooke Photography
• Cassidy Brooke Photography on IG 
• Master the craft of pet photography at the Hair of the Dog Academy - www.hairofthedogacademy.com
• Stop competing on price, sell without feeling pushy, and reach consistently $2,000+ sales in the Freedom Focus Formula - www.freedomfocusformula.com
• Crack the code to booking more clients inside Elevate - www.freedomfocusformula.com/elevate
• Discover the world of commercial pet photography in the Commercial Pet Photography Academy - www.hairofthedogacademy.com/commercial

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