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If you think about a wedding day and the part that makes you cringe is having to interact and direct the groomsmen, I get it.

Walking into a room full of guys that have been friends for years with endless inside jokes can be SO INTIMIDATING!

A lot of the time, the groomsmen aren’t as excited about the photography of the day the same way the bridesmaids are. There are some exceptions to this pattern but after 13 years of shooting and 350+ weddings later, I can honestly say that it takes MORE intentionality to get the groomsmen engaged than it does the bridesmaids! 

 

Even though it can be challenging….

…. there is actually a way that you can WIN THEM OVER! 

Groom Prep:

This week’s Youtube video is also giving you a SNEAK PEEK into the Second Shooters Course and you will learn how Michael intentionally forms connections with the groomsmen so that they are on board! 

You’ll learn how he : 

  • Takes charge of the room
  • Establishes himself as the professional
  • Wins their trust
  • And becomes their friend!

He has perfected his approach and I’m so excited for you to learn from him!

If you want to see more of the wedding day from Michael’s perspective as a Second Shooter, read about the Second Shooter Course HERE!

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