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Jan. 1, 2008 - Workshops

Instead of offering another large workshop where I try to get a bunch of photographers to sign up and go to some hotel for another seminar, I am offering an intimate, unique learning experience for a select few. "Party of 5" will be an informal workshop hosted at the [ b ] pad in Mission Viejo for 5 lucky photographers. It will be a condensed version of "the [ b ] experience" seminar where I will open up my home, my life and business to anyone who wants to see exactly how we do thing around here.

The investment is $1,000 for the day which now includes: lunch AND dinner, as well as a half hour one on one session with yours truly.

DETAILS:

Who - 5 photographers who are looking to take their business to the next level.

What - A crash course in kicking ass a.k.a. an informal workshop where you’ll get ideas on business basics, branding, pricing, marketing without advertising, workflow, shooting tips, album design strategies & an attitude adjustment.

Where - the [ b ] pad in beautiful Mission Viejo, California

When - 1 day workshops in 2009 on January 13th, February 10th & March 10th (future dates will be announced in February)

Why - With more and more photographers showing up in your town every day, competition is heating up and you need to set yourself apart from the crowd. Who better to learn from than one of the most sought after and recognized brands in the wedding industry?

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE (Subject to modification):

11:00am - The Client Consultation & Win-Win Pricing Plans

12:30pm - Business Basics: Tips to keep your life organized and efficient

1:00pm - Power Lunch. Sandwiches & Snacks and we’ll talk about relationships

2:00pm - Brand Camp: Things you must do to build your brand

2:45pm - The Album Process (plus the [ b ] way to predesign)

3:30pm - Engagement Session with an actual couple (bring your camera!)

5:00pm - the [ b ] flow & “Photoshop for Slackers” demonstration

6:00pm-8:30pm - Dinner, Pizzas & Salads will be delivered during the One on One sessions (scheduled in the order your sign up)

LOGISTICS:

The closet airport is John Wayne or Orange County the code is SNA. It's about 20 minutes from my house. If you live in a Jet Blue city, the Long Beach airport (LGB) is only about 45 minutes away and sometimes you can get killer deals on Jet Blue. LAX, Ontario and San Diego airports area are all within about 60-65 miles from me, and certainly doable if the flights are much cheaper.

The closest lodging to the [ b ] pad is the Holiday Inn in Laguna Hills. The Fairfield Inn by Marriott is also pretty close. For you fancy folks, the Ritz Carlton, St. Regis and Montage Resort are all within a 20 -25 minute drive.
Just let us know if you need help making arraingments.

Slots will be held on a first come, first serve basis.

A $500 non refundable retainer is required to reserve your day.

The balance is due upon arrival on the day of the workshop. (PRIVATE SCHOOL MEMBERS only have to pay the deposit to hold your spot, the balance is included in your PS membership).

*CLICK HERE* to pay by credit card or send a check to:

Becker Photographer, PO BOX 3714, Mission Viejo, CA 92690

Make sure to write down the day you want to sign up for.

AVAILABILITY:

March 10 (1 seats available)

SIGN UP NOW!

*NOTE* If 5 people from the same city or region would like Becker to come to you for a personalize Party of 5 workshop, just contact us for the details.

Jan. 1, 2008 - Workshops

Struggling with your prices and packages? Professor Becker can help.

How it works:

You send your current pricing info and marketing materials to Becker. He looks them over, makes some notes and then sets up a time to discuss it with you. He'll give you suggestions and tips to change your pricing structure to make your offerings more attractive to clients. He specializes in creating win win solutions that will result in more bookings and profits for you, and creating value for your clients.

The cost of the service is $500 and includes a 1 hour phone consultation and a review of your marketing materials.

You can send a check payable to Becker Photographer to PO BOX 3714, Mission Viejo, CA 92692 or you can *CLICK HERE* to pay by credit card, but you'll still need to send your marketing materials to the above address.

Once the payment has been received, you will be contacted within one week to schedule a phone or Skype consultation.

Then, simply implement the plan and start making and keeping more money right away.

Testimonials:

"When I first started out on my own as a photographer, I was a complete mess when it came to setting my pricing! I think I had three packages all about $700 apart from one another, and they definitely didn't make sense. The client was actually getting a much worse value at my top package, and I was actually making less money. When Becker overhauled my price list, I booked a $6000 wedding the very next week, more than twice the amount I'd ever booked before. The only change in my business that I had made was giving the client packages that she could see the value in as well as understand clearly. If you haven't had Becker review and change your price list yet, you are not making the money you should be making!" Jessica Claire

"Becker's guidance has been indispensable in helping us to steadily increase our rates and bookings over the past four years. He has helped us, every step of the way, to confidently increase prices, lower costs and achieve our revenue goals, while keeping the ever-elusive pricing dilemma simple and surmountable. Becker's help has been a driving force behind our quick, steady and very successful growth in a super-competitive market. I wholeheartedly recommend Becker's consulting services to anyone and everyone who is interested in making more money!" - Chenin Boutwell, Boutwell Studio

Becker also helped Mike Colon (when he was charging $1,000 for weddings) and Susan Stripling before she was an international super star photographer plus many, many more.

What are you waiting for? Make an investment in your business that will pay off for you in 2008.

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