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The Debrief: A Drone Photography Side Hustle
We dive into our interview, highlighting the key takeaways, and provide actionable advice to help you advance in your business venture.
Welcome to The Debrief. This week we interviewed Jake, a graphic designer who turned his passion for drone photography into a profitable side hustle. If you didn’t catch it, feel free to check it out here before diving into this edition.
In this mid-week newsletter, we are going to investigate what we covered in our interview and breakdown the key takeaways and share some actionable advice for you to work on in your business venture.
Each debrief is designed to give you something to work on each week based off the advice given by our featured entrepreneur.
Let’s get into it!
Drone Photography
Key takeaways:
1. Build a Portfolio and Pick a Niche
Jake emphasizes the importance of starting with a solid portfolio, even if it means doing a few free shoots at the beginning. Potential clients want to see what you can do, so having high-quality samples makes a big difference when pitching your services. Jake suggests picking a niche, such as real estate or events, and tailoring your portfolio to showcase that specialty.
2. Invest in Quality Equipment Early
When Jake started, he used a budget-friendly drone, but he quickly realized that investing in a high-quality drone with a better camera and stabilization would have saved him time and helped him attract better clients. This advice is crucial for anyone starting out—better equipment can lead to higher-quality work, which in turn justifies higher rates.
3. Prioritize Networking and Relationship Building
While Jake initially relied heavily on social media, he saw real growth once he started reaching out directly to local realtors, wedding planners, and tourism boards. Building strong relationships and gaining referrals helped his business take off. Jake recommends prioritizing networking from day one, as word-of-mouth referrals can be more powerful than online marketing alone.
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