Diaries Of A Mum-tographer - with Mel Cieslik

About Diaries Of A Mum-tographer - with Mel Cieslik

Welcome to Diaries of a Mum-tographer, where photography and tech fuels success! I'm Mel, your go-to mum who's obsessed with snapping the perfect shot, staying ahead of the trends, and using technology to make it all happen in less time. Whether you're here to elevate your photography game, get the latest on industry trends, or just share in the journey of juggling mum life and running a thriving biz, you're in the right place. Let’s turn your passion into success, one click at a time!

Publisher

Mel Cieslik

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

22 Sept 2024

Latest episode

6 Feb 2026

Latest episodes

27 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   6 Feb 2026

   Slow Productivity: Why Technology Is Making Photographers Busier (Not Better)

   If you feel busy all day but still behind… this episode is for you. Technology was meant to make running a photography business easier — but for so many photographers, it’s doing the opposite. More apps, more notifications, more tabs open… and somehow less clarity, less focus, and way more burnout. In this episode, I’m diving into slow productivity, inspired by Slow Productivity by Cal Newport. We’re talking about why hustle culture doesn’t work for photographers, how technology can quietly increase your mental load, and why doing less — but better — is the key to building a sustainable business on part-time hours. This is real talk for photographers who feel overwhelmed, stretched thin, and exhausted by “busy work” that doesn’t actually move the needle. Check out the planner that changed my life over a decade ago right here >>> https://melcieslik.com/ultimate-photographers-digital-planner

2. 

   22 Jul 2025

   What to Do When No One’s Booking (Yet): A Family Photographer’s Slow Season Strategy

   If you're a family photographer staring at an empty inbox right now, wondering where all the inquiries went — you're not alone. This season can feel brutally quiet. Whether it's the dead of winter and everyone’s hibernating, or the middle of summer when clients are checked out on vacation, it’s easy to fall into the “no one’s booking, what’s wrong with me?” spiral. But here’s the truth: slow seasons aren’t a problem — they’re an opportunity. In this episode, I’m flipping the script on the off-season and showing you exactly how to use this quiet time to spark momentum, book ahead, and set yourself up for a calendar that fills faster than you expect. Because the photographers who grow during slow seasons? They don’t wait. They plan. They promote. They get visible and stay valuable — even when no one's actively buying. Let’s dive into how you can do the same. Interested in Joining The Newborn Photography Business Blueprint? Find Out More Here (https://melcieslik.com/npbb-membership) Follow me on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mel_cieslik_photography/)

3. 

   7 Jul 2025

   What They Don't Teach You In Photography School

   Photographer Mel Cieslik reveals common financial mistakes photographers make, like undercharging and not pricing for profit, so listeners can confidently run their businesses.

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 32 / 100

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Quality

32

Social presence

97

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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