Journey as a Photographer Sales
This was one of the most interesting phases in my journey.
I wasn’t just selling anymore—
I was selling while creating.
At this point, I tried becoming a street photographer,
offering photography services directly to random visitors in tourist areas.
No fixed market.
No specific targeting.
Just me, a camera,
and people who came to enjoy their day.
The Second Trial of Sales
Section titled “The Second Trial of Sales”After my first experience in sales,
this became my second trial—
same foundation, different product.
Back then, I sold products.
Now, I sold moments.
The system was simple:
- I approached random people,
- offered them a photoshoot,
- and tried to turn a small interaction
- into something memorable.
How I Played the Game
Section titled “How I Played the Game”The place itself was already “market fit.”
Tourist area = people are in a good mood.
They come to enjoy, to refresh, to spend.
So the real game wasn’t the product.
It was me.
How I approached them.
How I spoke.
How I made them feel comfortable.
What I Actually Did
Section titled “What I Actually Did”I worked with a small team.
We were equipped with DSLR cameras and different lenses.
But tools were never the differentiator.
Execution was.
Here’s how I approached people:
- I showed them my portfolio directly from my phone or camera
- I recommended aesthetic photo spots (based on lighting, time, and sun direction)
- I suggested poses that matched their outfit and vibe
- Sometimes, I offered free props — umbrellas, glasses, small chairs
- And I kept the price affordable, but still worth the experience
Reality in the Field
Section titled “Reality in the Field”Sounds smooth?
It wasn’t.
Rejection was everywhere.
Out of many people I approached,
most of them said no.
But still—
the daily target was 10 photo sessions in 6 hours.
And surprisingly,
it was achievable.
The 3 Mental Models That Helped Me Survive
Section titled “The 3 Mental Models That Helped Me Survive”1. Not Afraid of Rejection
Section titled “1. Not Afraid of Rejection”I built my own simple system:
- 20 offers → 0 deal → evaluate
- 10 offers → 0 deal → try again
- 10 offers → 1 deal → minimum
- 10 offers → 3 deals → good
- 10 offers → 5 deals → great
This changed everything.
Rejection stopped feeling personal.
Because I realized—
most people don’t reject me.
They just don’t need it yet.
And I saw it happen:
Someone rejected me at first,
but after a better explanation…
they came back, made a deal,
and even did repeat orders later.
That’s when I learned:
Don’t just offer. Understand the need, then connect it to your product.
2. Confidence (The Right Way)
Section titled “2. Confidence (The Right Way)”Confidence wasn’t about being loud.
It was about being comfortable.
Communication
Section titled “Communication”I adjusted how I talked depending on who I met:
- Young people → casual, relaxed tone
- Older people → more polite, respectful
No pressure.
No forcing.
Just a friendly conversation.
Sometimes, I added small jokes
to break the ice.
Not always successful—
but when it worked,
everything became easier.
Appearance
Section titled “Appearance”This sounds basic.
But it’s underrated.
I made sure:
- I looked clean
- I smelled good
- I dressed properly
Because people judge in seconds.
And this part?
Many people ignored it.
Even some customers once complained
about other photographers’ appearance.
That moment hit me.
Since then, I always asked myself:
“If I were the customer, would I feel comfortable with me?”
3. Service Excellence
Section titled “3. Service Excellence”This is where everything compounds.
During the session, I didn’t just take photos.
I helped them:
- Carry their belongings
- Guide their poses (even demonstrate it)
- Adjust their outfit
- Make them feel confident
I treated them like friends,
not just customers.
Because great service isn’t about being extra.
It’s about being genuine.
And people can feel that.
Not instantly.
But over time, it builds:
- Trust
- Repeat orders
- Personal branding
More Than Just Sales
Section titled “More Than Just Sales”This phase wasn’t just about selling.
It was fun.
I got to:
- Explore different photo angles
- Experiment with camera settings
- Understand lighting deeply
- Work with different lenses and styles
And at the same time—
I trained my sales mentality in the real world.
Reflection
Section titled “Reflection”Looking back,
this experience shaped me in a unique way.
Because here,
I wasn’t just learning how to sell.
I was learning how to:
- read people
- adapt quickly
- create value in seconds
All at once.