Are you a food blogger, photographer or Instagrammer? Then the Eat, Capture, Share podcast might just be for you. The podcast has been downloaded more than 100,000 times by food photographers, food lovers and food bloggers just like you.
In this week’s episode (41) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m talking to Carla Contreras, chef, food stylist, health coach, recipe developer and mama, better known as Chef Carla. We chat about how to plan your meals, prep, freeze, shop, cook and store your food during the quarantine period (and beyond) to minimise food waste and save money. Here’s what else you can expect from this week’s episode …
Read MoreIn today’s season 4 premier episode (40) of the EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with creatives, food bloggers and solopreneurs within the food and drink space about how they are navigating the COVID-19 crisis, what they are cooking to feel nourished and what they are doing to push through some of the tougher challenges this pandemic has thrown their way. Here’s what else you can expect from today’s episode….
Read MoreIn this week’s BONUS episode (39) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m talking to Jenny Melrose, blogger, educator, author and the podcaster behind Influencer Entrepreneurs. Jenny’s mission is to teach entrepreneurs and bloggers how to grow and scale their businesses online. Remarkably, Jenny grew her blog into a 6-figure business and on the podcast today, she shares how she made it happen. Here’s what else you can expect from this week’s episode …
Jenny outlines why positioning, authenticity, confidence and kindness are key to obtaining lucrative brand deals and collaborations
Jenny notes why diversifying your income sources is essential to financial success as a blogger
Jenny gives concrete examples of different income sources bloggers can create for themselves
We discuss what role blogs play - if any - in 2020
We chat about what’s happening with reach and engagement on instagram
Jenny shares practical tips on how to pitch brands to get the deals you want
Jenny stresses why the initial media kit you send to brands should NOT include your rates
Jenny suggests how you could respond when a brand states they don’t have the budget to work with you
And lots more…
Read MoreIn today’s BONUS episode (38) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with the adorable Lauren Caris, food photographer, teacher and food blogger at Food Photography Academy and bubbly Joanie Simon, also a food photographer, teacher and food blogger over at The Bite Shot. We’ve come together to discuss THE biggest food photography, food styling and social media trends we see coming in 2020. If you want to be prepared and get a head start on food trends and developments, this podcast episode is for you…
We talk about why everyone is going gaga over artificial light food photography
Joanie explain why staying creative whilst using artificial light is so important
We talk through WARM and EARTHY tones taking over in food photography
We highlight why instagram’s popularity is stagnating and why we’re all more mindful about our social media use
We say where things are at on the instagram platform (it’s not where you think)
Lauren, Joanie and I express our views on why the multiplatform approach is EVERYTHING for food bloggers, content creators and food photographers
Find out what we really think of Tik Tok
and lots more…
In this week’s episode (37) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m talking to Fiona Humberstone, author, CEO and founder of The Brand Stylist, whose mission it is to empower entrepreneurs to create incredible brands. Fiona has self published two wildly successful branding books and speaks candidly about what it really takes to self publish with style. Here’s exactly what you can expect from this week’s episode …
I talk about my instagram food photography challenge and my online food styling e-course
Fiona explains why she decided to self publish her books rather than pursue the traditional publishing route
We chat about how many books most authors really sell (this may shock you!)
We discuss whether having an audience on social media or a mailing list is essential, with Fiona sharing her exact instagram audience and mailing list size at the time of writing her break out book, How to Style your Brand (you’re in for a surprise!)
Fiona mentions how she worked through her imposter syndrome and fear during the book writing process
And lots more…
Read MoreIn this week’s episode (36) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m talking to New Zealand based food photographer, food stylist, creative entrepreneur and cook Christall Lowe. Christall shares what it really takes to make it as a food photographer and find your signature style. Here’s exactly what you can expect from this week’s episode …
I share more about my instagram food photography challenge and food styling e-course
Christall shares how her upbringing in New Zealand and her Maori heritage have influenced her relationship to food
Christall outlines how she journeyed into creative entrepreneurship and food photography
We chat about what it’s really like working as a food photographer and what it takes to make it in the industry
We talk about the importance of working with light
We explore the concept of developing a signature food photography style
And lots more…
Read MoreOn today’s episode (35) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, you’ll be listening in on another instagram mentoring session; I’m working with food writer, supperclub host and cookbook author Zuza Zak who is an expert in Eastern European food traditions. Zuza wants to find out how to grow her instagram despite having little time to dedicate to the platform. Here’s what you can expect from this episode…
I share some big news about my instagram food photography challenge, my online food styling course and my BOOK!
I give Zuza ideas on sharing food content when she’s stuck for time
I share my thoughts on the importance of consistency on instagram
We chat about the benefits of using presets
We discuss the issue of quantity versus quality
We talk about the importance of adding value as a content creator
In this week’s episode (34) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m talking to Jessica Murnane, podcast host of The One Part Podcast, cookbook author of The One Part Plant Cookbook and founder of Know Your Endo. Jessica answers everything you ever wanted to know about podcasting - how to get started, why everyone should have a podcast, what gear to buy and lots more. Here’s exactly what you can expect from this week’s episode …
Jessica explains why she started a podcast 5 years ago and why she feels it’s more powerful than starting a blog
We discuss what equipment you’ll need to start a podcast and Jessica’s answer may surprise you
We chat about how podcasting can open you to a brand new audience
Jessica outlines how to grow your podcast and what big mistake to avoid!
We discuss why download numbers aren’t everything
Jessica shares how she monetises the podcast Jessica shares her number one tip that will help you find incredible guests for your podcast
In today’s episode (33) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m talking to Nikki Rausch, author, speaker, sales coach and founder of Your Sales Maven. Nikki shares tangible and tactical tips around selling your photography, content creation or recipe development services with heart, intention and integrity. Here’s exactly what you can expect from today’s episode …
Nikki explains why so many of us struggle to charge what we’re worth
We discuss whether working for free is appropriate, why it may be essential and the importance of having a clear strategy when doing so
Nikki talks through sales scenarios you’re likely to find yourself in and how to ensure you walk away earning the income you want
Nikki shares tips on overcoming mindset blocks pertaining to selling and making money
Nikki stresses why it’s important to ALWAYS focus on your clients’ needs rather than on what you need
We talk about how to set your rates and talk through common mistakes people make in the process!
Nikki outlines how to confidently raise your prices and how to know if you’ve overpriced your service
We speak about why it’s crucial to put your prices on your website
And lots more…
