329 - Are networking groups actually worth it for photographers? In this episode, we break down a full year inside a weekly networking group — the time, the money, and the real results. If you’ve ever wondered whether those early morning meetings are growing your business or just filling your calendar, this one’s for you.

What to Listen For

Why the networking group experiment started
The real revenue generated in one year
The true time commitment breakdown
What opportunity cost actually means
Why referrals favor certain industries
The hidden math behind referral statistics
Visibility versus strategic alignment
Why photographers blame themselves
What was gained beyond revenue
How to evaluate marketing experiments

This episode is a reminder that activity and progress are not the same thing. If you want to build a profitable photography business, you have to look at the numbers. Listen in and decide where your energy is best spent.

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