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Selling shouldn’t feel like convincing—it’s about guiding the right clients to a confident yes. This course helps you communicate your value, understand client needs, and book with ease—without pressure, discounting, or feeling pushy.
How to Sell Confidently
Without Feeling Pushy
The Trust-Based Sales Method
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Are You Confident With Sales?
We’ll Help You Master a Sales Strategy That’s Authentic & Effective
Selling shouldn’t feel awkward or forced. When done right, it’s about guiding potential clients to the right decision with confidence and clarity.
With our trust-driven approach, you can sell effortlessly—without pressure, gimmicks, or second-guessing yourself.
Selling with Confidence & Making More Money
The Right Sales Approach is the Key to
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Struggling to sell without feeling awkward or uncertain? You’re not alone. When you don’t have a solid sales approach, it’s easy to second-guess yourself, undercharge, or feel like you’re constantly convincing people to book.
This course gives you the tools to sell in a way that feels natural, aligned, and effective. You’ll learn how to attract the right clients, communicate your value with ease, and close more sales—without the pressure, stress, or fear of being "salesy."
what you will learn
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Some of what you'll learn:
Turning Leads into Booked Clients
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Not all inquiries turn into bookings—but with the right approach, you can dramatically increase your chances. Learn how to refine your response strategy, nurture leads effectively, and guide potential clients toward an easy “yes” without feeling pushy.
Presenting Pricing with Confidence
Pricing conversations don’t have to feel awkward. Discover how to present your pricing in a way that makes sense to clients, highlights your value, and helps them see your services as an investment rather than an expense.
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Have More Effective Sales Consultations
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A great sales consultation isn’t about convincing—it’s about connection. Learn how to confidently lead consults, ask the right questions, and build trust so clients walk away excited to book, not overwhelmed with decisions.
Tracking & Using Sales Data
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Sales isn’t just about the pitch; it’s about understanding what’s working (and what’s not). With the right data, you’ll be able to refine your process, improve your close rate, and make smarter, more profitable decisions for your business.
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Sales Consultation Script Template
Inquiry to Consult Email + Text Templates
Elevator Pitch Worksheet
Ongoing Community Support
A peek at what’s included...
Course Resources
Sales Data Tracking Spreadsheet
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...Along With Many Other Resources
Included In This Course!
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Sales Consultation Script Template
Course Resources
No awkward pitches here! This script provides a natural, trust-based framework for leading sales consults with confidence.
It’s designed to be customized to your style, so you feel at ease during every call, and your clients feel the same—resulting in more booked sessions without the pressure.
...Along With Many Other Resources
Included In This Course!
A peek at what’s included...
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Inquiry to Consult Email + Text Templates
Course Resources
Ghosted leads don’t have to be lost leads. Our proven follow-up templates help you turn cold inquiries into booked clients.
Most photographers don’t follow up enough (or well enough), but with these templates, you’ll have high-value follow-ups that actually work.
...Along With Many Other Resources
Included In This Course!
A peek at what’s included...
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Elevator Pitch Worksheet
Course Resources
Struggle with explaining what you do?
This worksheet helps you craft a concise and compelling elevator pitch so you can confidently communicate your value—whether you’re at a networking event, on a consult, or responding to inquiries.
...Along With Many Other Resources
Included In This Course!
A peek at what’s included...
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Sales Data Tracking Spreadsheet
Course Resources
Knowledge is power.
This spreadsheet helps you track where your leads come from, which ones turn into bookings, and how much revenue you’re generating from each source.
Identify what’s working, what’s not, and where to focus your energy for maximum profitability.
...Along With Many Other Resources
Included In This Course!
A peek at what’s included...
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Ongoing Community Support
Course Resources
You don’t have to figure this out alone. Get 3 months of FREE access to the Shoot and Thrive VIP community, where you can ask questions, get feedback on your website, and connect with photographers who are on the same journey. Having a support system makes all the difference when bringing your website to life.
...Along With Many Other Resources
Included In This Course!
A peek at what’s included...
The creators of Shoot + Thrive poured their hearts and brains into the most complete collection of knowledge, resources, and guides to formulate and uplevel your business.”
“This course is going to bring ease and confidence to every small photography business owner. ”
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With a Sales Approach Built on Trust, Confidence, and Results, You Can Sell with Ease—Without Feeling Pushy.
And because we’re confident you’ll not only love what you learn but also see real improvements in your booking rates and revenue, we back it with a 30-day money-back guarantee.*
Investment: $600
With payments as low as $50 per month through Afterpay
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To Get the Most Out of This Course, You Should Know:
- Brand Messaging That Connects – A strong brand ensures your message resonates, making sales feel effortless.
- Brand Perception & Value – Your brand shapes how clients see your worth—impacting whether they invest or walk away.
- Your Website as a Pre-Selling Tool – Your website should do more than showcase your work—it should guide visitors toward booking.
- Optimized Websites Make Sales Easier – A high-converting site gives clients the clarity and confidence to say “yes” before you even speak.
If your brand messaging isn’t clear and your website isn’t working to pre-sell for you, closing sales will always be an uphill battle.
Start with our Branding Course to refine how you communicate your value, and our Website Course to make sure your site is guiding clients toward booking—then come back to master sales with confidence.
This Course Is Perfect For You If:
You want to book more of the right clients at higher prices—without feeling salesy.
You struggle with objections and want to guide clients to a “yes” without pressure.
You’re tired of trial and error and want a proven system to sell confidently.
You want a sales process that feels natural—not pushy or scripted.
MEET YOUR BUSINESS Professors
Hi, We’re
Chris
Marshall
We’ve Proven Year After Year That We Have What It Takes To Build A Successful
Photography Business
(And we know that just having “good” numbers isn’t good enough).
We’re willing to bet everything we’ve created that YOU have what it takes to build a successful business, too. You just haven’t had the right tools to make it happen … yet.
But how do we define success? That’s easy. It’s whatever means the most to you. Whether you want your bank account to be overflowing or you want to leave work early on Fridays to watch your kids play soccer or catch up with friends, this course will help you get there.
That’s why we’ve spent countless hours developing this course and all the resources to go with it. With bite-sized videos, helpful workbooks, and more, business suddenly won’t feel so hard anymore.
“From newcomers to seasoned professionals there is education for everyone. The course is a compass to guide you through every large and small step of being a business owner.”
- LEANNA T.
The Answers To Your Questions
What if I need more support? Are there options for that?
I’m not quite ready to invest. Can I sign up later?
Do I get access to you when I enroll in the course?
What if I want to purchase An Individual Course now, but other Courses in the suite later?
Is this course only for photographers?
How long will this course take to complete?
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FAQ:
That’s totally up to you! The course is designed to be self-paced and easily digestible with short-form video lessons, but there is a lot of information. You can binge it or take it slow, but know that we’re here to support and motivate you as needed!
How long will this course take to complete?
We created this course to specifically help photographers get a handle on their business, so our lessons are designed with that in mind.
Is this course only for photographers?
That’s okay! You’re more than welcome to buy chapters individually at any time. However, investing in the full course suite is more cost-effective than buying each chapter separately.
What if I want to purchase An Individual Course now, but other Courses in the suite later?
Yes! We’ve created our exclusive online community for photographers who enroll in the course. This allows you to ask questions, participate in live Q+A’s, and get your worksheets reviewed by our team.
Do I get access to you when I enroll in the course?
Yes, you can! We want to help photographers, not pressure them into a purchase before they’re ready, so our course is always open for enrollment.
I’m not quite ready to invest. Can I sign up later?!
Absolutely. If you’re looking for more support from Shoot + Thrive, we offer options for private coaching to help you through the full course suite.
What if I need more support? Are there options for that?
What if I need more support? Are there options for that?
I’m not quite ready to invest. Can I sign up later?
Do I get access to you when I enroll in the course?
What if I want to purchase one chapter now, but other chapters later?
Is this course only for photographers?
How long will this course take to complete?
You'll Build a Sales Strategy That Feels Right
and Drives Results
WITH OUR HELP,
Sales isn’t about using pressure tactics or chasing the next gimmick—it’s about creating a process that aligns with your values, connects with the right clients in a meaningful way, and leads to confident, easy bookings.
Instead of guessing your way through sales, build a foundation that makes selling feel natural—one that supports your business growth, increases your income, and works for you long-term.
All you have to do is take the next step.
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You’ll Get...
3 Months Access to the Shoot + Thrive Online Community
25+ Worksheets/Resources
Lifetime Access to Future Updates
Easy to Digest Course Videos
Consultation Mastery System
Pricing Presentation Guide
Elevator Pitch Worksheet
Sales Data Tracking Spreadsheet
Comprehensive Sales Strategy
Inquiry to Consult Email + Text Templates
Sales Consultation Script & Framework
Investment: $600
With payments as low as $50 per month through Afterpay
Are You Ready to Sell with Confidence—Without Feeling Pushy?
(Hint: the answer is hell yes.)
Are You Looking for Something Even More In-Depth?
The full Photography Business Academy™ Course Suite is the best choice for you.
Yes, this course is jam-packed with thoughtful insights into setting your business up for long-term success. HOWEVER, this individual course is one part of a much larger picture.
The full Academy Suite is designed to be an all-inclusive educational experience for business owners who want to learn it all. Invest in every course we offer so you never have to find yourself wondering, “What do I do now?” again.