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  • Shifting Focus with John Bunn

    458. From No Momentum to $20K Weddings (How I Did It)

    06/04/2026 | 50 mins.
    ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/  - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100
    👋 Join My Circle Community: https://shifting-focus-with-john-bunn.circle.so/ 
    Two years ago, I had no momentum.
    Fewer bookings than I expected, uncertainty in my business, and a lot of questions about what to do next.
    Today, I'm booking $20K weddings and operating from a completely different place.
    In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly what changed.
    Most wedding professionals don't stay stuck because they lack talent.
    They stay stuck because they never build real momentum.
    In this solo episode of Shifting Focus, I'm pulling back the curtain on what's actually changed for me over the last two years and why 2026 feels completely different in my business.
    After nearly 20 years in the industry, I found myself rebuilding from the ground up. No momentum, fewer bookings than expected, and a big question… what now?
    This episode is about what happened next.
    I walk through how I applied my Exposure Triangle system (work, brand, network), the mistakes I made, the hard year that nobody sees, and how that led to better weddings, higher prices, and a completely different level of opportunity.
    We also talk about:
    Why charging more builds trust, not guilt
    The difference between knowledge and action
    What ultra-high-end weddings actually unlock for your brand
    And how to stop waiting and start building momentum now
    If you've been feeling stuck in your business, this is the episode you need to hear.
    Because things don't change by accident.
    They change when you finally decide to move.
     
    🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM 
     
    📱 Instagram:
    John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2 
    John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866 
     
    Get in Touch:
    ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email [email protected] 
     
    Sponsors and Affiliates:
    ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/  - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100
    ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn 
    ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing:  http://bit.ly/46JuGyF  - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10
    ⭐️ Vidflow - Deliver your films and photos with the best - Try it free here https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/johnbunn 
    ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC  - 14 day free trial
    ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf  - 10% off with promo code JOHN
    ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E 
    ⭐️ Lemlii -  CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl  Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months)
    ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe  - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN
    ⭐️ PlotLine Pro - AI Powered, Story First Filmmaking Tool - 3 Free days - https://www.plotline.pro/?via=john 
    ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ  - 2 week free trial
    ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf  - 30% off
    ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://gamut.io/product/luxe/?gamut=johnbunn 
    ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE  - 50% off
     
    The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors.
    #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast
     
    chapters
    00:00 Introduction to Shifting Focus Podcast
    05:39 The Evolution of John Bunn's Career
    11:32 Transitioning to Education and Community Building
    17:16 The Challenges of Balancing Business and Personal Life
    21:51 The Exposure Triangle System Explained
    27:40 Building Momentum in 2026
    33:33 Experiencing High-End Weddings
    39:43 Future Aspirations and Networking Strategies
  • Shifting Focus with John Bunn

    457. The Real Reason Your Films Don't Feel Premium with Red Lotus Films

    30/03/2026 | 34 mins.
    14 day free trial of Musicbed: https://fm.pxf.io/shiftingfocus-freetrial
    👋 Join My Circle Community: https://shifting-focus-with-john-bunn.circle.so/ 
    Most filmmakers think they need better gear, better clients, or more experience to charge more.
    But the real reason your films don't feel premium has nothing to do with any of that.
    In this episode, I sit down with TK from Red Lotus Films to talk about what actually creates feeling in a wedding film and why that's the thing clients are really paying for. We get into how he transitioned from corporate videography into weddings, how leaning into culture and music changed the way his films connect, and why intentional choices matter more than just "getting the shots."
    We also talk about the role of custom music, building a brand that stands out without chasing trends, and how relationships have played a huge part in his growth.
    On top of that, TK shares how he's using his business to give back through charity work in Sri Lanka, and why success for him goes beyond just bookings and revenue.
    If your work feels solid but not distinct, this episode will help you understand what might be missing.
    In this episode:
    • Why most wedding films don't feel premium
    • The role of music in shaping emotion and story
    • Transitioning from corporate work into weddings
    • Building a brand around culture and intentionality
    • Growing your business through relationships and trust
    • Giving back through filmmaking and mentorship
    Connect with TK / Red Lotus Films:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redlotusfilms/ 
    Ayven Foundation (Charity): https://www.redlotusfilms.ca/ayvenfoundation/ 
     
    🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM 
     
    📱 Instagram:
    John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2 
    John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866 
     
    Get in Touch:
    ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email [email protected] 
     
    Sponsors and Affiliates:
    ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/  - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100
    ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn 
    ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing:  http://bit.ly/46JuGyF  - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10
    ⭐️ Vidflow - Deliver your films and photos with the best - Try it free here https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/johnbunn 
    ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC  - 14 day free trial
    ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf  - 10% off with promo code JOHN
    ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E 
    ⭐️ Lemlii -  CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl  Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months)
    ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe  - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN
    ⭐️ PlotLine Pro - AI Powered, Story First Filmmaking Tool - 3 Free days - https://www.plotline.pro/?via=john 
    ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ  - 2 week free trial
    ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf  - 30% off
    ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://gamut.io/product/luxe/?gamut=johnbunn 
    ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE  - 50% off
     
    The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors.
    #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast
  • Shifting Focus with John Bunn

    456. From $500 to $20K Weddings: Kevin Cochran's Rise to a Premium Brand in Texas

    23/03/2026 | 1h 3 mins.
    👋 Join My Circle Community: https://shifting-focus-with-john-bunn.circle.so/
    Most filmmakers do not plateau because of talent. They plateau because they never make the jump.
    In this episode of Shifting Focus, I sit down with Kevin Cochran of 718 Creative to break down how he went from filming $500 weddings to building a premium wedding videography brand in the Texas market.
    Kevin shares what actually moved the needle: intentional networking, refining his brand, charging with confidence, and taking calculated risks when it would have been easier to play it safe. We talk about breaking out of the middle market, building a portfolio you are proud of, and why trust is the currency that drives everything in this industry.
    If you want to charge more without feeling fake, and grow a premium brand without losing your creativity, this conversation will show you what that path can look like.
    Connect with Kevin Cochran and 718 Creative:
    Website: https://718creative.com
    Instagram: https://instagram.com/718creative
    The Texas Wedding Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-texas-wedding-podcast/id1551234567
    🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM
    📱 Instagram:
    John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2
    John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866
    Get in Touch:
    ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email [email protected]
    Sponsors and Affiliates:
    ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/ - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100
    ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn
    ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing:  http://bit.ly/46JuGyF - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10
    ⭐️ Vidflow - Deliver your films and photos with the best - Try it free here https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/johnbunn
    ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC - 14 day free trial
    ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf - 10% off with promo code JOHN
    ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E
    ⭐️ Lemlii -  CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months)
    ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN
    ⭐️ PlotLine Pro - AI Powered, Story First Filmmaking Tool - 3 Free days - https://www.plotline.pro/?via=john
    ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ - 2 week free trial
    ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf - 30% off
    ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://gamut.io/product/luxe/?gamut=johnbunn
    ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE - 50% off
     
    The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors.
    #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast
    Chapters:
    00:00 Introduction to Kevin Cochran and 718 Creative
    03:28 The Journey of a Wedding Videographer
    12:09 Navigating the Wedding Industry During the Pandemic
    19:19 Breaking Through the Middle Market
    29:47 Finding Purpose and Connection in Business
    32:29 Building a Proud Portfolio
    35:15 Taking Calculated Risks
    39:19 The Importance of Trust in Relationships
    43:33 Networking and Maintaining Relationships
    47:22 Advice for Taking Risks
    52:18 Practical Tips for Videographers
  • Shifting Focus with John Bunn

    455. The Real Language of Luxury Wedding Experiences, with Emily Burton Designs

    16/03/2026 | 57 mins.
    👋 Join My Circle Community: https://shifting-focus-with-john-bunn.circle.so/
    If you think luxury is about venues and budgets, you are missing it. Luxury is about experience. And if you do not understand how to create one, you will stay stuck in the middle.
    In this episode of Shifting Focus, I sit down with Emily Burton to unpack what actually separates high-end planners from everyone else.
    Emily started as a floral designer and built her way into becoming a sought-after luxury wedding planner on St. Simons Island. Her growth was not accidental. It was intentional. It required refining her brand, elevating presentation, deepening client relationships, and understanding how experience drives value at the highest levels.
    We talk about what it takes to transition into the luxury market, how to design an elevated client journey, why networking is more about trust than transactions, and how personal connection becomes your greatest competitive advantage.
    If you want to move upmarket without becoming someone you are not, this episode will give you a clearer target.
    Connect with Emily Burton:
    Website: https://emilyburtondesigns.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyburtondesigns/
    🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM
    📱 Instagram:
    John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2
    John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866
    Get in Touch:
    ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email [email protected]
    Sponsors and Affiliates:
    ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/ - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100
    ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn
    ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing:  http://bit.ly/46JuGyF - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10
    ⭐️ Vidflow - Deliver your films and photos with the best - Try it free here https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/johnbunn
    ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC - 14 day free trial
    ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf - 10% off with promo code JOHN
    ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E
    ⭐️ Lemlii -  CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months)
    ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN
    ⭐️ PlotLine Pro - AI Powered, Story First Filmmaking Tool - 3 Free days - https://www.plotline.pro/?via=john
    ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ - 2 week free trial
    ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf - 30% off
    ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://gamut.io/product/luxe/?gamut=johnbunn
    ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE - 50% off
    The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors.
    #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast
    Chapters:
    00:00 Introduction to Emily Burton
    03:10 Emily's Journey from Floral Design to Planning
    06:39 Current Business Landscape and Clientele
    11:40 Transitioning into Luxury Weddings
    16:42 Designing a High-End Client Experience
    22:02 Understanding the Language of Luxury
    29:05 Presentation, Positioning, and Networking
    37:11 Green Flags in Vendor Collaboration
    45:47 Building Genuine Relationships in the Luxury Market
    52:33 Personal Touch and Long-Term Reputation
    53:08 Why Experience Is the Real Product
  • Shifting Focus with John Bunn

    454. Mastering Wedding Etiquette with Alison Cheperdak of Elevate Etiquette

    09/03/2026 | 41 mins.
    What does professionalism actually look like at a wedding?
    Not on Instagram.
    Not in theory.
    But in the room.
    In this episode of Shifting Focus, I sit down with etiquette expert Alison Cheperdak to talk about modern wedding etiquette, social awareness, and the subtle behaviors that shape your reputation in the event industry.
    If you are a wedding photographer, filmmaker, planner, florist, or creative vendor, this conversation will sharpen how you show up with clients and fellow vendors.
    We cover:
    • The essential rules of wedding etiquette every vendor should know
    • Common wedding day faux pas that hurt your credibility
    • How to interact professionally with planners and clients
    • Navigating compliments and awkward conversations with confidence
    • Cultural considerations in dress and traditions
    • Why kindness is a competitive advantage in business
     
    Your work might get you in the room.
    But how you behave determines whether you are invited back.
     
    Connect with Alison:
    Website: https://www.elevateetiquette.com/ 
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevateetiquette/ 
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elevateetiquette 
     
    Support Alison's new book:
    Was It Something I Said? https://elevateetiquette.com/book 
     
    Recommended Resource Mentioned:
    Super Communicators by Charles Duhigg
     
    👋 Join My Circle Community: https://shifting-focus-with-john-bunn.circle.so/ 
    🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite platform: https://bit.ly/4owsWiM 
     
    📱 Instagram:
    John Bunn - http://bit.ly/2AYTiE2 
    John Bunn Films: https://bit.ly/43S3866 
     
    Get in Touch:
    ✅ Brand deals, promotions, podcast info, etc., email [email protected] 
     
    Sponsors and Affiliates:
    ⭐️ Bride and Groom Video - John's Personal Editor for Video: https://bridengroom.video/johnbunn/  - $100 off the first project of $400, promo code JOHNBUNN100
    ⭐️ Get 1500 Free Edits with Imagen.ai: https://imagen-ai.com/?ref=johnbunn 
    ⭐️ Wanderlust Videos - Wedding Video Editing:  http://bit.ly/46JuGyF  - 10% Off discount code: JOHNBUNN10
    ⭐️ Vidflow - Deliver your films and photos with the best - Try it free here https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/johnbunn 
    ⭐️ Musicbed - The Best Place to License Music: https://bit.ly/45HQjhC  - 14 day free trial
    ⭐️ Inly - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/41Akxkf  - 10% off with promo code JOHN
    ⭐️ Storymix Media - Wedding Video Editing: https://bit.ly/47rrN5E 
    ⭐️ Lemlii -  CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/45rhAnl  Promo Code - JohnBunn25 (25% off any plan for 12 months)
    ⭐️ Multiply Media - https://bit.ly/46OdZCe  - 15% off with promo code JOHNBUNN
    ⭐️ PlotLine Pro - AI Powered, Story First Filmmaking Tool - 3 Free days - https://www.plotline.pro/?via=john 
    ⭐️ Spingle - AI culling and editing - https://bit.ly/4m80XnZ  - 2 week free trial
    ⭐️ Honeybook - CRM for creatives: https://bit.ly/4lmrKvf  - 30% off
    ⭐️ Gamut - Color Presets and LUTs: https://gamut.io/product/luxe/?gamut=johnbunn 
    ⭐️ Flodesk - Emails Made Easy: https://bit.ly/4md3ltE  - 50% off
     
    The Shifting Focus Podcast, all rights reserved. All links are affiliate links and result in a commission for John Bunn Films if used. I appreciate the support. Help me by supporting my sponsors.
    #weddingvideography #weddingphotography #shiftingfocuspodcast
     
    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction to Modern Etiquette
    03:56 The Journey to Etiquette Expertise
    06:26 The Impact of Social Media on Etiquette
    09:37 Understanding Wedding Etiquette
    12:40 Common Wedding Faux Pas
    15:34 Researching Wedding Etiquette
    18:38 Vendor Etiquette on Wedding Day
    21:37 Building Relationships with Wedding Planners
    24:35 Navigating Compliments and Conversations
    27:29 Maintaining Professionalism in Challenging Situations
    30:30 The Importance of Kindness in Etiquette
    33:23 Conclusion and Book Launch

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About Shifting Focus with John Bunn

Shifting Focus (Formerly How To Film Weddings) with John Bunn is the podcast for wedding photographers, videographers, planners, and industry pros who feel STUCK in the middle market. If you're tired of chasing trends and ready to focus on what really moves the needle—branding, pricing, mindset, and building relationships that lead to real growth—you're in the right place. With nearly two decades of experience and a background in educating tens of thousands through courses, masterminds, and one of the top wedding podcasts in the world, John brings a clear, approachable voice to the conversations that matter. Every episode is packed with honest insights, practical strategies, and real stories from leaders who've built something that lasts. If you're ready to shift your focus and grow your wedding business with intention, this show is for you.
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