During this episode, we step out from behind the interview chair to offer quick business tips to creatives relative to our individual areas of expertise. Each of us have unique experiences both in business and the entertainment industry.

• Vannesia Darby is an experienced, results-driven digital marketing consultant who has launched successful online campaigns for major brands such as Sony Music, Universal Music Group, and the YMCA. A dynamic public speaker and writer, she helps others pursue their passions while creating a vibrant culture of success.
• Randy has been a freelance publicist for over a decade and provides full service PR for his clients. His clients have been featured in Elle, Billboard, The Source, The Huffington Post, and more.
• Javi started as an executive assistant to an independent artist and grew to become and artist manager after receiving his degree in audio production and engineering. He develops artists by offering services such as management, branding, and show production.

Who this episode is for: independent artists, small business owners, freelancers

During this episode, we share:

• The importance of legal documentation
• How proper banking sets you up for success as a freelancer or business owner
• The power of having direction
• How to protect and prevent and why it's important to your career

Mentioned in this episode:

• GUIDE: Overview of Business Structure Types: sba.gov/business-guide

• Mentioned on episode: Sole Proprietorship, LLC, Corporation

• GUIDE: Business banking account: sba.gov/business-guide
• VIDEO: Self Employment Taxes, Insurance, and Bank Accounts -- Oh My!
• BLOG: Vannesia's blogs about professionalism, small business, and marketing
• FEATURE: Randy's placement in Oprah Magazine with client Kiara Imani Williams
• • Beyoncé and Brené Brown Inspired This Lawyer to Kick Off the #BeforeILetGo Challenge

Social media:

• Vannesia Darby on Instagram: @vannesiadarby
• Vannesia Darby on Twitter: @vannesiadarby
• Randy C Bonds on Instagram: @randycbonds
• Randy C Bonds on Twitter: @randycbonds
• Javi Artist Management on Instagram: @javiartistmanagement
• The Entourage Podcast on Instagram: @theentouragepodcast #TheEntouragePodcast
• The Entourage Podcast on Facebook: The Entourage Podcast #TheEntouragePodcast

Intro/Outro Music:

"Waiting IV" by Celeste Betton

• Link to album: http://bit.ly/celeste-betton-entourage
• Instagram: @celestebetton
• Facebook: Celeste Betton