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Running a business is about working smarter—not harder. This course helps you build streamlined workflows, automate tasks, and create a business that runs smoothly behind the scenes. With the right systems in place, you’ll save time, reduce stress, and create a seamless experience for both you and your clients.
Work Smarter, Build Efficiency, &
Reclaim Your Time
Systems & Processes for Photographers
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Work Smarter,
Build Efficiency, &
Reclaim Your Time
Running the Business, or Being Run by It?
We’ll Help You Take Control of Your Organization & Get Back Your Time
Your time is too valuable to be spent wearing all the hats of a business owner. The right systems can free you from the daily grind, so you can focus on what matters most—your clients, creativity, and time.
With our streamlined approach, you'll build efficient processes that simplify your business, enhance client experience, and save hours every week—without sacrificing quality or control.
Time Management &
Work/Life Balance
The Right Systems & Processes Are the Key to
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Feeling overwhelmed trying to wear all the hats and make time for your personal life? You’re not alone. Without streamlined systems, it’s easy to work around the clock, constantly putting out fires, and never feeling caught up.
This course helps you take control of your time with smart systems, efficient workflows, and automation strategies that keep your business running smoothly—without you working 24/7. You’ll learn how to set up a business that supports your life, giving you the freedom to focus on what truly matters—both inside and outside of work.
what you will learn
Your Toolkit for Success
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Some of what you'll learn:
How to Create Systems and Workflows
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Design step-by-step workflows that document your daily tasks and all client journeys, ensuring every part of your business runs like clockwork. From client onboarding to final delivery, you’ll build processes that create consistency, efficiency, and ease.
How to Make Project Management Easy
No more feeling scattered or overwhelmed. Learn how to set up tools and processes that help you stay on top of deadlines, client work, and business operations—so you can work smarter, not harder.
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How to Manage Customer Relationships
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Keep every lead, client, and inquiry organized with a structured system for communication and follow-ups. You'll never forget to check in, send a reminder, or nurture a relationship—leading to better client experiences and more repeat business.
Automate & Streamline Repetitive Tasks
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Take back hours of your time by setting up automation for emails, reminders, invoicing, and more. With the right systems in place, your business will run smoothly in the background while you focus on the work that truly matters.
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Business Journey System
Google Drive Organization System
Client Management System
Ongoing Community Support
A peek at what’s included...
Course Resources
Workflow Creation Worksheets
Bridget M.
...Along With Many Other Resources
Included In This Course!
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Business Journey System
Course Resources
The ultimate organizational blueprint for your business. This document maps out your entire client journey, from inquiry to offboarding, ensuring every step is accounted for. It links to training docs, workflows, and templates—creating a business handbook that streamlines operations and makes hiring seamless. Whether for yourself or a future team member, this system keeps everything running smoothly.
...Along With Many Other Resources
Included In This Course!
A peek at what’s included...
Bridget M.
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Google Drive Organization System
Course Resources
Get access to the exact file structure we use to keep every part of our business organized.
From client files and brand assets to marketing materials, and tax information, everything has a place—so you’ll never waste time searching again. This streamlined system keeps your business efficient, clutter-free, and ready to scale effortlessly.
...Along With Many Other Resources
Included In This Course!
A peek at what’s included...
Bridget M.
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Client Management System
Course Resources
A centralized hub to track every client, project, and interaction.
This powerful spreadsheet provides a level of visibility beyond traditional CRMs—helping you stay on top of deadlines, client status, and important touchpoints. It’s designed to supplement your CRM, giving you total control over your client experience.
...Along With Many Other Resources
Included In This Course!
A peek at what’s included...
Bridget M.
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Workflow Creation Worksheets
Course Resources
A guided framework to help you document and refine workflows that streamline your business.
You'll break down every task into a repeatable system, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and more time for what truly matters.
...Along With Many Other Resources
Included In This Course!
A peek at what’s included...
Bridget M.
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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...
Bridget M.
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 Systems Built for Efficiency, Organization, and Work-Life Balance, You Can Run Your Business Smoothly—Without the Overwhelm.
And because we’re confident you’ll not only love what you learn but also gain back time and peace of mind, we back it with a 30-day money-back guarantee.*
Investment: $600
With payments as low as $50 per month through Afterpay
To Get the Most Out of This Course, You Should Know:
- Core Business Foundations – This course builds on everything you’ve learned so far. A strong brand, strategic marketing, and a refined client experience all set the stage for streamlined systems.
- Your Brand Identity & Messaging – Before optimizing your systems, you need clarity on your brand voice, values, and how you communicate with clients.
- The Core of Your Marketing & Sales Strategy – Scaling only works when you’re attracting the right people and converting them effectively.
- Your Website Is Your Business’s Home Base – Every part of your business—branding, marketing, sales, and client experience—flows through your website.
Your systems are the culmination of everything you’ve built in your business. While this course is valuable at any stage, it’s most impactful when you have the fundamentals of branding, marketing, sales, and client experience in place.
That’s when systems truly give you back your time and help you scale with confidence.
This Course Is Perfect For You If:
You want to scale your business without chaos—so you can grow while working less, not more.
You struggle with time management and need a structured approach to balance work and life.
You’re tired of reinventing the wheel and want streamlined workflows that make every process effortless.
You feel overwhelmed by daily tasks and want a system to keep your business running smoothly.
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 Business That Runs Smoothly & Gives You Your Time Back
WITH OUR HELP,
Your business should support your life—not consume it. Instead of constantly putting out fires, build a structured foundation that keeps everything running efficiently—so you can focus on what matters most.
Whether you want to reclaim your time, streamline daily operations, or set up workflows that grow with you, this course will help you create a system that works for you, not the other way around.
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
20+ Worksheets/Resources
Lifetime Access to Future Updates
Easy to Digest Course Videos
Automation and Delegation Guide
Workflow Creation Workbook
Google Drive Organization System
Project Management Systems
Time & Task Management System
The Complete Business Journey System
Client Relationship Management Suite
Investment: $600
With payments as low as $50 per month through Afterpay
Are You Ready to Run Your Business—Without It Running You?
(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.