What You Need to Know to Partner with Rescues with Courtney Bryson

162 - Courtney Bryson has seen this story too many times in our Hair of the Dog Circle community: A pet photographer hoping to partner with an animal-rescue group reaches out to them, and gets totally skunked. Emails are ignored; offers to help are declined. What gives?This week, Courtney—whose rescue involvement led to her pet photography career—gives us the scoop on getting started working with animal rescues.  What To Listen For:Why pet photogs strike out when looking for animal-rescue partnersHow to get connected if you don't have connectionsWhere to snoop to make sure a rescue is legit Why sometimes donating less is moreThe single best predictor of whether a rescue will promote your projectIf you've been thinking of partnering with a rescue, or if you've struck out in your attempts to do so, be ready to take notes this week!Resources From This Episode:Episode 41: Finding Success in a Small TownCM Bryson PhotographyCM Bryson on InstagramThe Rescue Ranch on FacebookNicole's InstagramRescue Me!IRS official websiteWatch the full interview on YoutubeJoin me in this LIVE free training: THE PHOTOGRAPHER'S PRICING BLUEPRINT - Master the strategies to command $1,500+ per session - even if you're just starting out.JOIN THE PARTY: Connect with us on Instagram Explore valuable pet photography resources here Discover effective pricing and sales strategies for all portrait photographers. Ready to grow your business? Elevate helps you do just that. Check out our recommended gear and favorite books.