The One Behind the Lens with Kate DeCoste
The One Behind the Lens is the podcast for photographers in their first 5 years of business. Host Kate DeCoste shares real-talk strategies, behind-the-scenes stories, and bold advice to help you grow a business that fits your life.
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Season 3 Bonus: The One Where They Said, “I’m Awkward in Photos” (opens the original)
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“I’m awkward.” “I don’t know how to pose.” “I hate having my picture taken.” “What do I do with my hands?” And the classic: “I’m not photogenic.” If you've ever said any of those things before getting in front of a camera, this episode is for you. In this bonus episode and the Season 3 finale of The One Behind the Lens — I'm wrapping up my Senior Session Playbook with the part that can make seniors the most nervous: What am I actually supposed to DO in front of the camera? Here's the first thing
S3 Bonus: The One About Building a Marketing System That Actually Works with Lindsay Pinchuk (opens the original)
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The One About Building a Marketing System That Actually Works with Lindsay Pinchuk In this episode, I sit down with Lindsay Pinchuk, an award-winning entrepreneur, consultant, and small business mentor who's among the less than 1% of female founders to successfully lead her company through an acquisition. Lindsay built her first company, Bump Club and Beyond, from just $500 into a 7-figure brand with partnerships including Target, Nordstrom, Huggies, and Unilever, reaching over 3 million people
S3 Ep 10: The One Where AI Can't Steal Your Joy with Jon Cheney (opens the original)
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The One Where AI Can't Steal Your Joy with Jon Cheney In this episode, I sit down with Jon Cheney, founder and CEO of the General AI Proficiency Institute, to talk about what AI actually means for photographers and creatives — beyond the hype and the fear. Jon breaks down how AI is already working behind the scenes in your iPhone photos, how to use it to fix blown shots, remove distractions, and clean up editing work that used to eat up hours. We also get into the tools he actually uses day to d
S3 Ep 9: The One About Building Trust (Not Just Followers) on Social Media with Katie Love (opens the original)
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She's the Founder and CEO of a multi seven-figure, women-led social media agency and a former NBC News reporter, and in this episode Katie Love breaks down what really builds trust on social and it's not follower count. Hey Shutter Squad! This episode is packed for photographers and creatives. Katie Love, founder of Love Social Media, joins me to talk about why credibility matters more than followers, the story behind her very first $800 brand photos (and her now-iconic pink brand), why chasing
S3 Ep 8: The One About What to Wear for Senior Pictures (opens the original)
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One of the biggest myths about senior pictures is that you need to buy an entirely new wardrobe. The truth? Some of the best outfits are already hanging in your closet. In this episode, you'll learn: In this episode of The One Behind the Lens , Kate shares how to choose outfits that feel authentic, photograph beautifully, and help you feel confident in front of the camera. Whether you're a senior, a parent, or a photographer guiding clients through the planning process, you'll walk away with pra
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