SMB Growth Unlimited

Stop Haggling, Start Closing Premium Tattoo Clients


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Join me for an unfiltered business consultation with Chris Stranger from 5th Element Ink in Las Vegas as we tackle the real challenges tattoo shop owners face and transform them into competitive advantages.

With 30 years of experience (since 1995!), Stranger has built more than just a tattoo shop. But like many artists, he's been stuck competing on price instead of value. Today, we're changing that.

🎯 THE THREE TRANSFORMATION PILLARS WE DISCUSS:

1️⃣ MOMMY MAKEOVERS & SCAR CAMOUFLAGE SPECIALIZATION Stop being just another tattoo shop. When someone invests $10,000+ in a tummy tuck or body transformation, the $1,500-$5,000 for professional scar camouflage is the natural next step. We break down how to position yourself as THE transformation specialist not just someone who covers scars, but someone who completes their journey to confidence.

2️⃣ PERSONAL BRANDING & ARTISTIC IDENTITY

Discover how to help each artist (like Chad James with his new school & pinup work, and Stranger with his West Coast realism) develop their unique market edge while building a cohesive shop brand. Learn why owning your category matters more than competing on style alone.

3️⃣ BOOTH RENTER RETENTION & ATTRACTION STRATEGY The revolving door of booth renters stops here. We reveal the marketing engine strategy that makes artists WANT to stay at 5th Element Inkβ€”including automated client intake systems, website integration for each artist, and creating value that goes far beyond just renting space.

πŸ’‘ GAME-CHANGING STRATEGIES REVEALED:

βœ… Stop Price Haggling Forever - Replace price negotiations with scope discussions (this alone will save you hours and protect your margins)

βœ… The Form Strategy - Eliminate the 5-6 back-and-forth messages before booking by implementing a strategic intake form that qualifies clients AND captures their information

βœ… YouTube-First Content Strategy - Why filming 4 hours per month can position you as the authority in scar transformations and premium tattoo work

βœ… The $200/hour vs $20/hour Problem - How to attract high-value clients while delegating or automating lower-tier work

βœ… Breaking Free from the Paradox of Choice - Why offering 2 design options (not 3+) closes more clients

βœ… Positioning Statement Development - Moving from "tattoo artist" to "transformation specialist" in your messaging

πŸ“ 5TH ELEMENT INK LV DETAILS: πŸ“ 10430 S Decatur Blvd Suite 107, Las Vegas, NV 89141 πŸ“ž (702) 816-4016 🌐 https://www.5thelementinklv.com πŸ“§ [email protected]

Specialties: Realism Portraits, West Coast Black & Grey, New School, Pinups, Scar Camouflage, Mommy Makeover Cover-ups, Custom Personal Branding Tattoos

πŸ’¬ YOUR TURN: Are you a tattoo artist struggling with price shoppers? Drop a comment on your biggest challenge!

πŸ‘‰ WATCH NEXT: I'll be releasing Stranger's custom business playbook breakdown in a follow-up video

🎁 WANT YOUR OWN BUSINESS CONSULTATION? These sessions are real, I pay for the work, there are no discounts asked or given, and every guest gets a free strategic playbook. Comment below if you'd like to be featured!

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SMB Growth UnlimitedBy Brandon Fears