You know what you’re doing behind the camera, but when it comes to the business side, and finding advice that’s tailored to your needs? That’s a different story. Most resources out there seem stuck on basics, leaving you trying ‘quick fixes’ that just don’t cut it when you’ve got years of experience—or a chronic illness to balance along with it all, too.
Each season of Keeping It Candid dives into a different theme—whether it’s burnout, boundaries, inquiries, or offboarding—all with one goal: helping you build a wedding photography business that actually works for you, not against you.
Keeping It Candid is where wedding photographers come for real talk and realistic systems. No fluff, no hustle-culture nonsense — just simple, sustainable solutions that keep your business running without running you into the ground.
I'm calling out the three mistakes almost every photographer makes — and how to quit them before they burn you out.
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I’m breaking down my process for building stress-free timelines that actually keep the day running smooth (and save your sanity in the process).
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Kassandra and I talk about the “wedding hangover” — what it is, why vendors get hit so hard, and the best ways to recover without losing a week of your life.
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I’m Sandra — systems strategist, ex-wedding photographer, and the voice behind Keeping It Candid. I know what it’s like to juggle 12-hour wedding days, endless editing queues, and the not-so-fun reality of running a business while living with chronic illness. After burning out hard, I figured out how to build simple, sustainable systems that actually work.
Now, this podcast is where I share those lessons with you — the messy, the honest, and the strategic. My goal? To help you streamline your workflows, protect your energy, and build a business that feels lighter, not heavier.
Meet Sandra (aka Your Systems Hype Girl)
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