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EP 65: We've all been told, that it takes money, to make money.  And while some facets of that may ring true, it might not be a universal truth, nor might it be a valid self-narrative for any entrepreneur to uphold.  In this episode, I'll explain why I think this casual phrase might do more harm than good.  

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EP 64: Copyright law is extensive and occasionally difficult to wrap one's head around.  There are progressively more and more scenarios that dilute the waters we swim in as creators in a digital sharing era.  But a basic grasp on the value of owning the copyright versus selling the copyright can help navigate creatives throughout their career.  In this episode, I talk about the very basics of copyright protection.

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EP 63:  Identifying potential points of failure can be just as critical to success as developing great work.  It's not a matter of if, but when a mistake is made or a piece of gear is broken, and it is up to us as creative professionals to ensure that we can get the job done unequivocally for our clients.  In this episode, I'll list 7 areas of contingency planning to practice in your business.

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EP 62:  The benefits to owning gear are numerous, but it is not without challenges either.  Not every small business owner has the funds to drop down a large lump sum of money to acquire the tools needed to do the jobs.  With technology advancements improving at a rapid pace, is leasing a potential option to avoid having our money tied up in obsolete equipment?  In this episode, I give my 2 cents on leasing vs buying for professional creatives.

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EP 61:  Conduct is just as important to your branding as your style, your creativity, and your hustle.  It is not about what you think your brand should be, but rather how the customer, client, or colleague experiences your brand based on your actions.  In this episode, I break down why integrity is so meaningful to your reputation and highlight the mistakes I've made that hurt my own.   

The Futur (podcast) with Chris Do - feat Marty Neumeier

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EP 60:  Working photographers are not always guaranteed safe haven from accidents, theft, or damage.   Some might even say, these possibilities simply come with the territory.  In this episode, I talk about how playing solid defense can keep your business and your mental health above water in moments of crisis.

***UPDATE - New information has come up on the photographer I specifically mention in this episode.  This episode was recorded before knowing the full details of her past statements. The GoFundMe page is no longer supported by this host and has been taken down by the organizer. 

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EP 59:  Oh the aches and pains of learning on the fly.  These hardships are both excruciating reminders of what could have been, as well as the perfect lessons to guide us on our path forward.  In this episode, I'll highlight a few blown assignments starting out and how it has provided me with core values thereafter.  

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EP 58:  With the label of "visual creator" or "visual storyteller" being so broad, it covers a number of sins like photo manipulation and influencing a scene.  But when you cross over to photojournalism, the emphasis on truth and trust becomes paramount.  In this episode, I react to a recent staging shoot by a photojournalist that has the industry very passionate about where this lies on the moral and ethical scale of journalism.

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EP 57:  Whether we are aware of it or not, we often abide by conventional wisdom for lighting.  A softbox is used for portraits, a beauty dish for beauty, a reflector for contrast.  But is following these formulas really what lighting theory is about?  In this episode, I talk about my favorite rule of lighting, and why applying it to my shoots increases my efficiency and creativity.  

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EP 56:  Why is knowing your cost of doing business so crucial?  What insight does it actually give you?  In this episode, I'll discuss the role CODB plays in your budget and your pricing decisions.   

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