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The Importance of Written Correspondence with Clients

The Importance of Written Correspondence with Clients

by Stanley LearyMarch 8, 2023September 1, 2025

In the digital age, written correspondence with clients is more important than ever. Whether you're a freelancer, small business owner, or work for a large corporation, clear and concise written communication is critical to building…

What Have You Done For Me Lately

What Have You Done For Me Lately

by Stanley LearyDecember 22, 2022September 1, 2025

Janet Jackson’s song is about her dating and how her boyfriend treats her. I have always said you never marry your clients, but you do date them. So you may want to listen to her…

A week in paradise teaching studio lighting & business practices.

A week in paradise teaching studio lighting & business practices.

by Stanley LearyFebruary 23, 2020September 1, 2025

Photo above [NIKON Z 6, VR Zoom 24-105mm f/4G IF-ED, Mode = Aperture Priority, ISO 100, 1/60, ƒ/6.3, (35mm = 35) flash used was Flashpoint XPLOR 600 HSS TTL Monolight w/ R2 2.4GHz using the…

Strategy Failures = Lack of Business Acumen

Strategy Failures = Lack of Business Acumen

by Stanley LearyJuly 22, 2019September 1, 2025

For the past 35+ years, I have been attending photography workshops and seminars and getting the industry magazines. 99% of all the information is built around building better photography skills. I believe there are two…

Some business tips for the photographer

Some business tips for the photographer

by Stanley LearyApril 26, 2019September 1, 2025

ASMP Atlanta Chapter Meeting IRS Updated the 1099 form IRS UPDATED THE FORM LAST OCTOBER Click here to update your 1099 to send to clients Pricing & Negotiating With new clients, I always give three…

Headshots for Actors

Headshots for Actors

by Stanley LearySeptember 10, 2018September 1, 2025

Hannah Broeils [NIKON D5, 85.0 mm f/1.8, ISO 100, ƒ/5.6, 1/125] This past weekend I spent both Saturday and Sunday doing headshots for Columbus State University Theatre students. Setup for headshots [X-E3, XF10-24mmF4 R OIS,…

This is the best Investment to turn Pro in photography

This is the best Investment to turn Pro in photography

by Stanley LearyAugust 29, 2018September 1, 2025

Godox V860IIN 2.4G TTL Lion Battery Camera Flash Speedlite for Nikon + Godox X1NT Flash Trigger One of the biggest mistakes new photographers make when trying to do photography as a profession is not investing…

“Why is the sky blue?” And other important questions

“Why is the sky blue?” And other important questions

by Stanley LearyAugust 27, 2018September 1, 2025

Patrick Davison, professor at UNC School of Media/Journalism, talks with students about their projects during a visual storytelling workshop in the Balkans. [Fuji X-E2, XF18-55mmF2.8-4 R LM OIS, ISO 5000, ƒ/5, 1/100] Matthew 18:3 ESVAnd…

Staff to Freelance Tips

Staff to Freelance Tips

by Stanley LearyAugust 23, 2018September 1, 2025

photo by: Hannah Strayer If you have a staff job in the communications field, the odds of being let go are higher than ever for good reasons. One of the highest costs for an employer…

How to say No with a Yes

How to say No with a Yes

by Stanley LearyAugust 14, 2018September 1, 2025

Still Too Busy [Nikon D5, Sigma 24.0-105.0 mm f/4.0, ISO 100, ƒ/4, 1/500] Still Too Busy This photo illustrates my inner frustrations when I am asked to do just one more thing, or someone wants…

What you do isn’t as important as who you are to be successful in business

What you do isn’t as important as who you are to be successful in business

by Stanley LearyJuly 9, 2018September 1, 2025

Family Vacation to Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida Dorie, my wife, knew when making plans for our children when they were young that there was a time limit. It was about 2 hours, and then…

What I am learning from being Audited

What I am learning from being Audited

by Stanley LearyMay 21, 2018September 1, 2025

This year I got a letter from the IRS requesting documents. This is an Audit. Every year when I file my taxes, I use TurboTax. For the past 10+ years, I have paid little for…

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