Are you just starting out in business, but are totally overwhelmed with ALL the things?
Or perhaps you've been at it for a while but are totally stuck in a rut, showering yourself in regular bouts of imposter syndrome, comparisonitis and 'shoulds'.
Maybe work-life balance is your idea of a joke - so you need to find a way to make this business-thing easier, or kick it to the curb.
Let me help. I work with passionate, heart-centred photographers to build profitable, enjoyable businesses WITHOUT the overwhelm.
I'll be your guide, helping you set goals and build a sustainable marketing plan (that you actually LIKE - yes, it's possible!). I'll be your 'kick up the butt' when you need some accountability to get stuff done. But I'll also be your shoulder to cry on, and your cheerleader. This is about creating a business that feeds your soul, not sucks the life out of you.
DEFINE - I'll help you define exactly where you want (and need) your business to go - in a way that works FOR you. This isn't just superficial stuff.
PREPARE - We'll actively work on your self-development to ensure you're equipped with the personal tools you need in order to create the business of your dreams. We'll also review your photography skills, to ensure you have all you need to consistently wow your clients. And if you don't have the skills - I'll help you get them!
TARGET - We'll set achievable goals together, with just enough challenge to excite you about the next steps. And no, not just business goals, but a good mix of business, life and self-care goals. You can't have a successful business if you're stressed and run down.
FOCUS - Together we'll create a specific, detailed action plan, prioritising and planning each step. Including a marketing strategy that doesn't make you want to vomit. Yes, it's totally possible to love your marketing.
IMPLEMENT - I'll hold you to your action plan! You are going to take the action steps because I'll HOLD YOU TO THEM! Whether you need a gentle nudge or a full-blown 'arse-kicking'... There'll be no more to-do lists left undone.
EASE - I'll bring all my compassion, kindness and warmth to give you a holistic approach to business. I'll integrate my years of experience as a holistic therapist into everything we do, ensuring at all times we're looking after ALL of you, not just business-you.
FUN - I'll bring PLENTY of laughs. Whether your jam is funny dog memes, Monty Python or fart jokes.... I'm there for ALL of that.
I'll do all of this with the kind of support and nurturing you'd expect from a dear friend.
Tjapko de Heus
Tjapko Fotografie
I WISH I had invested in a mentor from the first few months of deciding to become a photographer. Instead, I made mistake after costly mistake as I floundered through building my skills, gathering a good set of kit, growing my portfolio, setting my pricing and starting to market my offering.
For this reason, my mentoring packages are open to ALL levels of professional photographer. From complete beginners - to those who have had a business for decades.
You can book a one-off mentoring session at a time to suit you, by clicking here.
An initial 90-minute session where we review your life and business, and plan how best to use our time together. This is followed by eleven monthly 60-minute mentoring sessions over the rest of the year, working through our plan.
We cover whatever you need to align your life and business and thrive as a business owner - photography technique, editing, marketing, self-development, business management and more.
If you're interested, get in touch for a no-obligation chat so you can see if we're a good fit.
An on-location mentoring session lasting two hours, that includes a family or brand mini-session. I will provide either a family or entrepreneur as models so that you can practice your skills. This is a great way to learn 'on the job' - getting guidance and critique on how you work, all while getting real-life practice for your portfolio.
Get in touch to book.