Small Business Saturday Shoutout is a project I'm using to promote valuable businesses in New Hampshire. I've recognized that good products and services can often be hard to find. I've also noticed some great local businesses that aren't being taken advantage of...and maybe folks aren't aware of. I'll be spreading the word about these companies in hopes that others can find value there. Episode #002 - Rachel Jayne Photography I asked Rachel (owner/manager) some questions to help get to the core of her business. Here is what I found:
james - Does a picture really say 1000 words? rachel - I don't think so. I think a good photograph tells a story and makes you feel some kind of emotion. The kind of photos I take usually are about showing connection between people. That's my main goal, to show connection. james - the photography market is very noisy and crowded...what makes you different? rachel - Sessions with me are fun and relaxed. I don't do a lot of posing because I find it to be very rigid and unnatural. Even if I do a "pose", I like to try to lighten it up and make it more natural. I try to get families to just be together how they would if they were playing in the yard, then I try to capture that. james - is it a good camera, a good eye, or good editing that makes the best picture? rachel - All 3 are important. Having a good camera is nice, but if you don't have a good eye and the technical skills to back it up, it won't really help. It's important not to over edit, you really don't want to look at the photo and see where the edits were made. Everyone has their own style, so it's important for clients to understand that and make sure they like a particular photographers editing style.
james - Thanks for the time Rachel! Folks...whatever 'it' is? Rachel has it. Here is where you can look up and contact her great company: Rachel Jayne Photography email: rjminery@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RachelJaynePhotos/
Small Business Saturday Shoutout is a project I'm using to promote valuable businesses in New Hampshire. I've recognized that good products and services can often be hard to find. I've also noticed some great local businesses that aren't being taken advantage of...and maybe folks aren't aware of. I'll be spreading the word about these companies in hopes that others can find value there. Episode #001 - Brian's One to One Fitness I asked Brian Silfies (owner/manager) some questions to help get to the core of his business. Here is what I found: james - Can you describe your business to me? brian - We are a cutting-edge athletic training center that uses traditional and innovative practices, paired with the best equipment possible... to make you stronger and faster. We have a wide variety of ages and levels, and we welcome anyone who is interested in making progress toward their own goals. We also offer personal training and adult-group classes. james - What drew you to this field? brian - I started this business because I have a passion for helping people set, and reach, high goals. james - What are some common threads that you've noticed...why people are, or are not, reaching their fitness goals? brian - I've noticed that people typically reach their goals by trusting the process, showing up every day with a good attitude and work ethic, and dedicating themselves to get the job done for that day.
I have seen individuals fail to reach their goals when they are following a plan not necessarily tailored for them. When that happens, folks tend to get frustrated by the lack of direction and progress...and quit. That is why I always try to communicate, and stay connected to the goals and progress of all members of Brian's One to One Fitness. james - Thanks for the time Brian! Folks...do yourself a favor, and reach out to Brian to get started. Here is where you can look up the company: Brian's One to One Fitness 2 Pillsbury Street, LLA Concord, NH 03301 Phone: 603.738.5579 email: brian1.1fitness@comcast.net Website: http://briansfitness.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConcordAthleteTrainingCenter/
