In this episode of Get Your Shoot Together, Kira and Mary dive into all the ways control (or the lack of it) shows up in business and life. From unexpected storms and magazine assignments to picky clients and personal milestones like Kira’s brand-new nose piercing, they cover it all. They talk about setting boundaries, knowing when to say yes (or no) to new opportunities, and how to navigate creative control in both portrait and commercial work. If you're feeling like the world’s a little out of your hands right now, you’re not alone.
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This episode was written and performed by Mary Fisk-Taylor and Kira Derryberry, produced by Kira Derryberry and edited by Joel North.

In this episode of Get Your Shoot Together, Kira and Mary dive into the trials and triumphs of marketing to the ultra-wealthy — spoiler alert: they don’t get their own mail! Mary shares a humbling (and hilarious) lesson learned about targeting high-end clients and how sometimes you succeed... and sometimes you learn. Kira reflects on revisiting old ideas with fresh strategies, and the duo talk about living, learning, and leveling up your photography business — foot braces, spirit airlines, and all. Join us for laughter, marketing gold nuggets, and a reminder that persistence pays off.

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This episode was written and performed by Mary Fisk-Taylor and Kira Derryberry, produced by Kira Derryberry and edited by Joel North.

This week, we're diving deep into the business of getting paid—because creating great work is only half the battle. From unpaid invoices to awkward follow-ups, Kira and Mary share real (and super frustrating) stories about chasing down payments and the systems they've put in place to avoid it in the future. Whether you're dealing with slow-paying clients or setting up workflows that protect your biz, this one’s packed with hard-earned wisdom for any photographer or creative entrepreneur.

We’re also talking automation, late fees, corporate vs. small biz red flags, and even dipping a toe into insurance and income protection for when life throws a curveball (or a broken foot).

Listen now and learn from our mistakes—so you don’t have to make them yourself!

This episode was written and performed by Mary Fisk-Taylor and Kira Derryberry, produced by Kira Derryberry and edited by Joel North.