Episode Summary:Busy season is busy — but that doesn’t mean your marketing should go dark. In this bonus episode, Kate shares real, actionable ways photographers can stay visible, connect with their audience, and keep future bookings coming — without burning out. From batch posting to showing the messy middle, this is your gentle reminder that done is better than perfect.
⏱️ Episode Breakdown:
00:00 – Yay, it’s you, Shutter Squad! Kate kicks things off with a bonus pep talk for photographers in the thick of busy season — because your camera may be glued to your hand, but your marketing can still shine.
02:12 – Why You Still Need to Show Up How staying visible during busy season builds trust and momentum for the months ahead. Even a quick Story or behind-the-scenes peek goes a long way.
05:20 – Simple, Doable Marketing Moves
Batch and repurpose your existing content
Automate a few posts per week
Send short, easy check-in emails
Share the real messy middle moments
10:45 – Mindset Check: Done is Better Than Perfect Don’t overthink it. One-liners and candid moments count just as much as polished posts.
15:00 – Education Spotlight: Your Headliner Show A live, high-energy experience happening November 13th where you’ll build a content plan that actually works.💰 $69 — link to register in the show notes!
17:45 – Outro: Keep Showing Up, Shutter Squad 📸 Share your Photo Confession Booth stories by email, DM, or voice memo — they might make it into an upcoming episode!
🔗 Links Mentioned in This Episode
Your Social Media Era (Nov 13th – $69): Save your Seat
The Coffee Roaster Lincoln (SAVE 5%) https://coffeeroasterlnk.com/tobtl
Pose Like A Pro: https://www.katedecostephotography.com/photographers/digital-download/pose-like-a-pro
💌 Connect with Kate
Instagram | @katedecoste
Facebook | Kate DeCoste Photography
Got a Photo Confession or question for the show?
Send a voice memo or DM — Kate loves hearing from the Shutter Squad!
🎙️ Quotes to Remember
“Busy season doesn’t mean silent season.”
→ A simple reminder that consistency—even in small ways—keeps your business visible and thriving.“Your clients aren’t just watching when you have time to post pretty photos. They’re watching how consistent you are through it all.”
→ A mindset shift every photographer needs when the editing queue feels endless.“Even a one-line caption like ‘Golden Hour Magic’ keeps you in the feed and in your client’s mind.”
→ Small effort, big impact.“Keep showing up, even in the smallest ways, and your future self—and your calendar—will thank you.”
→ The perfect mantra for staying motivated through the chaos of busy season.
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