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EP 45:  With shopping season upon us,  most Americans will see a typical spike in expenses during this time of year, and in my opinion, creative professionals are highly susceptible to peak sale season!  And while this commercialized time of year is neither inherently good or bad, with the wrong mindset, our expenses can end up as further deficits to our business.  So in this episode, I am going to give you the 5 areas of my business that I prefer to spend fearlessly on, and hopefully inspire you.  

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EP 44:  Have you ever wondered what drives qualify as tax write-offs?  Does it apply to just freelancers, or can employees benefit from this as well?  How do I track my mileage every time?  What are the differences between standard mileage and actual expense methods and which one applies to me?  In this episode I break down the importance of leveraging your tax deductions on business mileage and how to determine what qualifies.  

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EP 43:  If you ask any professional what the most important traits and habits are to succeeding in their industry, you may get a lot of different answers, and they're all going to be valid.  From my perspective, when you have the opportunity to sit down with a creative who has a lot more experience than you, try and absorb everything.  Today we make an in-person studio visit with photographer, Matt Brown, to discuss what he sees as the biggest issues plaguing young and green creatives entering the industry. 

*Part 2 of Michael Der's conversation is also featured on Matt's podcast, Just a Good Conversation, available on all major podcasting platforms.   Click here to listen!

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EP 42: What is the self-employment tax?  Do you know what it makes up the SE tax and how it the rate is calculated?  Is it even important to know?  In this episode, I'll discuss the basics of self-employment tax and why you should know it.

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EP 41:  What is the mystery behind that 3 digit number that seemingly determines the rest of your life?  We've heard about credit scores, we may even know that more is better.  But what makes up a credit score and how does it impact us?  In this episode, we break down the 5 factors the create a total credit score and why its important to maintain solid credit.  

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 EP 40:  Podcasting has grown substantially in the past decade, and if you are a creative entrepreneur, it has the power to separate your brand from others.  The question is, what is holding you back?  If you have something to share, my goal is to help you find the incentive you need to start your show.  

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EP 39:  Emergency funds are often viewed as foundational to good personal finance, but is it really all that it's cracked up to be?  In this episode, I discuss the role of a rainy day fund vs using the money to invest.  

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EP 38:  For many of us, we're waiting for the right moment until we've learned everything there is to know about a new venture before launching into it.  It's a classic perfectionist conundrum because the reality is you don't get the experience and know-how until you actually take action.  Whether you want to start your new creative business, launch a YouTube channel or start pitching to clients, the perfect time is now.  

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EP 37:  Understanding and practicing sound image licensing techniques can be very frustrating to many photographers.  With rising WFH contracts and limited education on controlling image rights, we often find ourselves asking "is it even worth trying?".  In today's episode, we talk with freelance photographer, educator, and author, Todd Bigelow about the essentials of building a strong licensing workflow; from copyrights to archiving to rights-managed terms. 

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EP 36:  It's not uncommon for clients to push back on your estimate and ask if there's any wiggle room in your rates.  They may even ask you to explain your rates.  And whether you are looking to get them closer to your number or meet them halfway, it's good to know how to adjust your rates that leave both sides happy.  In today's episode, I answer an audience question on dealing with client push-back and how to find that middle ground during a negotiation.  

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