resources for creative entrepreneurs
Tools I Use
For Business & Life
The key to running a successful creative business is setting up tools that work for you. I also love to learn from books of all kinds and wanted to share my favorites here. Thanks for stopping by and please reach out if you have any questions!
apps & software
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17hats
Project management system. Essential for keeping track of clients, contracts, invoices, and more. Dubsado is another great option.
2
Pixieset
My clients LOVE my photo delivery system. I recommend Pixieset to anyone who appreciates a seamless Lightroom-to-client experience.
3
Quickbooks (along with a business bank account) make tax season a breeze. I know we love to hate Intuit but I hate taxes even more and am happy to give them my money.
Quickbooks
Self-Employed
4
Photo Mechanic
Culling photos makes my eyes bleed. PhotoMechanic works its magic to load photos quickly so you can rate and move on with your life.
Books that changed the way I think
Blogs for Music Photographers
Helpful tips for getting started
I believe in the power of growing slowly, building a balanced career and life doing what you love, and working smarter not harder so you can enjoy your time on earth without guilt or shame for not being "productive" enough. Keep an eye on my blog for more helpful tips, otherwise here are a few to get you started.
For up-to-date whatever about whatever happens on instagram idk
5 ways to kick off your music photography career
The Art of the Band Promo
Concert Lighting 101
Tweets
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