UPDATED: December 2025
Welcome to the very first episode of The Angie McPherson Show! If you’ve ever wondered how people quit their 9–5 to become photographers, build a business they love, and create more freedom, you are in the right place.
In this episode, I’m taking you all the way back through my journey. I share what it looked like to juggle a full-time marketing job, new motherhood, and a growing photography business. You’ll hear what happened behind the scenes, what I wish I knew sooner, and how I built a business that supports my life instead of the other way around.
This episode sets the tone for this entire podcast. We will walk together through the real stuff, the messy middle, the bold decisions, and the moments that change everything.
My Story: From Overworked Employee to Fully Booked Photographer
I share it all. The early years, when I was shooting nights and weekends while working a demanding marketing job at a concert venue. I was exhausted, I was a brand-new mom, and I was trying to build something I could feel proud of.
If you’ve been searching “How do I quit my 9–5 to become a photographer?” this story will feel like the permission slip you’ve been waiting for. Not because everything was perfect, but because it was honest.
I walk you through how I saved intentionally and created a six-month plan. Discover how I booked weddings and sessions nonstop. And the emotional moment I walked out of my corporate job for the very last time.
I can still feel that moment in my chest.
Why Pivoting to Branding Photography Changed Everything
After years of shooting weddings, I made a big pivot into branding photography. That shift changed my entire business and my entire life.
Suddenly, I was working Monday through Friday and serving entrepreneurs I adored. I was building long-term client relationships and creating a schedule that finally gave me the breathing room I so much needed. I felt excited about my work again.
If you’re curious about pivoting to branding photography or wondering what your next season could look like, this part of the episode will give you so much clarity.
The Three Pillars That Helped Me Grow After Leaving My 9–5
When I finally stepped out of my 9–5, I wish I could tell you everything magically fell into place.
It didn’t.
I had to learn how to think differently, market differently, and show up in a way that actually supported the business I was building.
There were a few core shifts that changed everything for me. I didn’t realize it at the time, but looking back, these were the turning points that helped me grow with confidence instead of constantly second-guessing my next move.
In the episode, I walk you through each one. I share how I started making decisions with clarity, how I created a strategy that consistently brought clients my way, and how I finally stopped trying to do everything alone.
These were the lessons that helped me build momentum after leaving my job, and I can’t wait for you to hear how they unfolded.
Why This Episode Matters for Branding Photographers
Whether you are dreaming of quitting your 9–5, actively transitioning out of your job, or pivoting to branding photography, this episode will give you motivation, clarity, and real steps to move forward.
You’ll walk away with:
- Encouragement to take bold action
- A look at the full timeline of how I left my 9–5
- Insight into how branding photography transformed my career
- A simple framework you can use right now
Listen to the Episode: How to Quit Your 9–5 to Become a Photographer
If you’re ready for the next step in your photography journey, or you want a story that will light a fire in your entrepreneurial spirit, hit play. This first episode is full of heart, honesty, and tangible inspiration to help you build a business and life you love.
Are you in that season where you can feel yourself growing, and you just know you’re meant for more? Come tell me about it. Send me a DM on Instagram at @angiejanine. I’d love to hear your story.
Always here for you,
Angie <3
