Why Photographers ARE Your Competition

Hey there, Camera Queens! It's Belle here, and I've got a topic today that might stir things up a bit in our cosy photography community. You see, I've been pondering something amidst all the "love and light" and "community over competition" vibes we often share – the idea that photographers aren't our competition. Well, guess what? I'm here to challenge that notion. 

In this episode, I'll delve into why I believe recognising photographers as our competitors is crucial for personal and professional growth. I'll share a personal story that taught me the value of healthy competition and how it pushed me to up my game in ways I never imagined. 

So, let's dive in and explore why a little rivalry can be just the kick we need to thrive in this industry.

In this episode we cover:

• Belle challenges the prevailing "love and light" mindset in the photography community, advocating for recognising photographers as competitors.
• Belle shares a personal story of becoming complacent in a niche market due to a lack of competition.
• Belle discusses how the arrival of a new competitor spurred self-improvement and motivation.
• The importance of staying inspired, relevant, and continuously learning in the industry is emphasised.
• Healthy competition is highlighted as a driver of progress and personal evolution.
• The value of networking and receiving constructive feedback from industry peers is affirmed.
• Belle emphasises the importance of maintaining a balance between collaboration and competition in the photography business.

Resources and links mentioned in this episode:

• Ways to work with Belle: belleverdiglione.com.au 
• Belle Verdiglione’s Instagram: @belleverdiglione 
• Camera Queens Facebook: @thecameraqueens 
• Camera Queens Instagram: @the_cameraqueens 
• Discounts for photographers
• Cat Fancote’s Instagram: @catfancote.capturingbirth