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Build a Photography Business That Lasts

Starting your photography business is just the beginning. My personalized mentoring will give you the tools and insights you need to not only launch but grow your business in a sustainable way. Learn how to attract your ideal clients, create a workflow that works, and establish a brand that stands the test of time.

too much to do! not sure where to start! and feeling overwhelmed!

do any of these this sound like you?
  • Struggle to create a solid business plan that includes pricing, branding, and marketing strategies
  • Having trouble narrowing down their niche or target audience, leading to a lack of direction and inconsistent clients
  • Self-doubt and fear of failure often preventing you from taking the next step in your business
  • Inefficient workflows and unclear communication resulting in few repeat clients
  • Neglecting the business side, leading to disorganization or burnout

i’m Jennifer

your new business mentor!

With nearly a decade of experience running a successful photography business, Jennifer Mae Photography and a business degree from Wright State University, I’m passionate about helping fellow photographers build sustainable, thriving businesses. Over the past 10 years, I’ve navigated the challenges of growing a photography brand, mastering client relationships, and developing effective marketing strategies.

My background in business, combined with hands-on experience, uniquely positions me to mentor and guide photographers, providing them with the tools and insights needed to achieve long-term success in the industry.

THE PROCESS & WHAT TO EXPECT

mentoring services

Business
Evaluation

Whether you are just getting started or have an established business – let’s start with a business evaluation, where we figure out together what are the things holding you back or need improvement to take your business to the next level.

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1:1 Support

When it comes to making changes in your business I offer one on one attention. I want to help you find your own brand, your own look, your own voice. So we will work together on what will benefit your business the most and get you to your goals.

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Tangible Action Plans

It’s time to make changes that will bring you to your goals. I’ll break down the things that will make the most difference, create an action plan and help you see each action through – while providing guidance and support every step of the way.

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Kind Words
Working with Jennifer Mae Education for one-on-one coaching has been a transformative experience! Jennifer is not only incredibly personable but also a phenomenal educator who genuinely cares about helping other photographers grow. From the very beginning, her passion and dedication were evident, making the entire coaching process inspiring and empowering.  

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Mindset for Photographers |
Elevate your mindset, Elevate your success!
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What if lighting wasn’t just a skill… but a mi What if lighting wasn’t just a skill… but a mindset? 👀✨

If you’ve ever felt stuck, second-guessed your light, or waited for perfect conditions—this is your reminder:
Confidence doesn’t come from perfection. It comes from showing up, practicing, and letting the light teach you.

There’s no such thing as bad light—only different stories waiting to be told. 💡
Ready to shift how you see it?

🎥 Watch the reel
📖 Then dive deeper on the blog: Building Confidence in Your Photography at www.focusforwardmindset.com 

#PhotographyBusiness #PhotographerEducation #CreativeEntrepreneur #PhotographyCoach #PhotographerMindset #BuildYourBrand #ConfidenceBehindTheLens #NaturalLightPhotographer #PhotographersOfInstagram #PhotographyWorkflow #BusinessForPhotographers #MindsetMatters #PhotographyGrowth #GrowYourBusiness #FocusForwardMindset #CreativeBusinessTips
Talk About It Tuesday - WEEK 3: Marketing Strategy Talk About It Tuesday - WEEK 3: Marketing Strategy 

Tired of posting randomly and hoping it works?
Let’s talk marketing with intention. 🙌🏻

“How do I stop posting randomly and actually create a marketing plan that works?”
This is another common question I get as a business coach—and the answer starts with having a real strategy

Marketing doesn’t have to mean nonstop content hustle.
With a plan that fits your life and business, coaching helps you:
✅ Build a consistent marketing flow you can actually stick with
✅ Understand how to use IG, email, and your website together
✅ Plan out minis, seasonal offers, or new session launches
✅ Attract aligned clients—without shouting into the void

Let’s take a quick poll—
👉 Which part of marketing is hardest to keep up with? Instagram, Email or Website

You don’t need to do it all—you just need a system that works for you.
Let’s talk about what that can look like.

#TalkAboutItTuesday #MarketingWithIntention #PhotographerMarketing #ClientAttraction #InstagramForPhotographers #MarketingMadeSimple #FocusForwardMindset #PhotographyEducation
Monday Movement: Declutter Your Mind 🧠✨ Star Monday Movement: Declutter Your Mind 🧠✨

Start your week with mental clarity.
Just like your workspace or your closet, your mind can become cluttered—with worries, unfinished ideas, or mental to-do lists.

✨ Today’s movement:
Take 5 minutes to brain dump everything swirling in your head.
No filter. No judgment. Just write it all out.

Then ask yourself:
➡️ What actually needs your energy this week?
➡️ What can wait—or be let go entirely?

Clear mind = clear direction.
You deserve to move through this week with purpose and peace.

#MondayMindset #DeclutterYourMind #MentalClarity #StartFresh #IntentionalLiving #FocusForward #CreativeEnergy #MindsetMatters #WeeklyReset #SelfGrowth  #PhotographerMindset #BusinessWithoutBurnou
✨ NEW for photographers who want to show off the ✨ NEW for photographers who want to show off their favorite images in a fun way!…. Introducing Story Visual Shorts 🎬

These video Canva templates are designed to elevate your Instagram Stories with moving images. 

✔️ Edit easily in Canva
✔️ Swap in your own images + niche
✔️ Perfect for showcasing your favorite images from a session

Use them over and over again to create a polished, consistent story presence—without having to start from scratch every time.

Grab all 4 video templates now over at www.focusforwardmindset.com

#PhotographerMarketing #CanvaTemplatesForPhotographers #InstagramStoryTemplates #PhotographyMarketingTools #FocusForwardMindset #PhotographerResources #BrandYourBusiness #IGMarketingForPhotographers
TALK ABOUT IT TUESDAY - WEEK 2: Clarity & Directio TALK ABOUT IT TUESDAY - WEEK 2: Clarity & Direction

“I feel like I’m doing all the things… but why isn’t anything working?”

It’s one of the most common struggles photographers face—pouring time and energy into their business, but still feeling stuck.

✨ The missing piece is often clarity.
Without a clear niche, message, or path forward, all that effort can feel like spinning wheels.

✨ Having someone to work with you—to help sort through each piece, prioritize what matters, and build a clear plan—can be a total game changer.

That’s why I offer my mentorship, where together we can:
✔️ Define your niche + ideal client
✔️ Align your brand message + offers
✔️ Get focused on what to do next
✔️ Build a long-term vision with confidence

You don’t need more hustle—you need aligned direction.

#TalkAboutItTuesday #PhotographerMentor #ClarityAndDirection #FocusForwardMindset
Monday Movement: Create with Intention
Let’s m Monday Movement: Create with Intention
Let’s make content feel doable this week. 🙌🏻

If showing up online has felt overwhelming, here’s your reminder: it doesn’t have to be all or nothing. The goal isn’t perfection—it’s consistency.

✨ Start by asking: What’s realistic for me this week?
1 post? 3 stories? A quick reel of images from from a recent session?
Choose a number that feels doable, not draining.

Then →
✔️ Block out 30 minutes to plan.
✔️ Focus on what your people need to hear from you.
✔️ Repurpose content—don’t reinvent the wheel.
✔️ Schedule or batch what you can.

Your voice and your work matter. Let this be the week you show up with clarity and ease.

What’s one piece of content you can commit to creating this week? Drop it below 👇

#MondayMovement #CreateWithPurpose #ContentPlanning #MarketingMindset #PhotographerMarketing #SmallBusinessTips #MondayMotivation #PhotographerEducation #focusforwardmindset
✨ The May IG Story Kit is HERE! ✨ The May IG S ✨ The May IG Story Kit is HERE! ✨
The May IG Story Kit includes 4 fully editable Canva templates designed to help you create quick and easy Instagram Stories.

Here’s what’s inside:

✨May Calendar (2 versions: full availability & limited spots)
✨Now Booking July & August template (easily customizable!)
✨April Recap template to share your month (edit for any month)
✨Gallery Delivered template with a polished photo grid layout

Grab your May kit now over at www.focusforwardmindset.com (visit resources)

#IGStoryKit #PhotographerMarketing #FocusForwardMindset  #PhotographyTools #InstaStoryTemplates  #MarketingForPhotographers #MayMarketingPlan
Your creativity can’t thrive on burnout…. Her Your creativity can’t thrive on burnout….

Here’s your reminder: you don’t have to earn your rest. You don’t need to do more to feel worthy of a break. You just need space to breathe.❤️

Try one of these today: 
— Schedule downtime
— Set a micro boundary
— Move your body
— Create without pressure

AND leave me a comment 👉🏻 on which one do YOU need to work on first - Rest, Boundaries, or Focus? 

#PhotographerMindset #FocusForwardMindset #PhotographerCoach #CreativeEnergy #BusinessWithoutBurnout #EntrepreneurWellness #SelfCareForSuccess #MindsetMatters

 
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