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How to Never get Ripped Off AGAIN – For Freelancers
“Money is better than poverty, if only for financial reasons.” Woody Allen Being “ripped off”. I really don’t like the negative sound of those words. But I’m compelled to write about it because it’s...
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How to Price a Wall Mural – Developing a Price Sheet and Proposal
In this article I’m going to do something that some of my friends warn me not to because they are so darn practical: I’m going to tell all. Oh My God, I’m sharing with the entire world our pricing...
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How to Avoid Entering into a Bad Business Deal
“In business a reputation for keeping absolutely to the letter and spirit of an agreement, even when it is unfavorable, is the most precious of assets…” Lord Chandos Often I get this question from my...
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Artists Beware of these Red Flags in Licensing Contracts
Photo Credit: Noah Kalina “A verbal contract isn’t worth the paper it’s written on” Samuel Goldwyn A friend of mine is quite famous in Europe. He signed an Exclusive contract for with a large company...
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Basic Negotiating Tips Anyone Can Use
During a negotiation, it would be wise not to take anything personally. If you leave personalities out of it, you will be able to see opportunities more objectively. Brian Koslow From deal making to...
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The Deadbeat Client: Consequences and Prevention is the Cure
Delivering art to a good client makes my job a joy! Most of my illustration clients are wonderful to work with. I’m blessed in that way. However, every now and again I run into a business deal that...
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Should You Send Your Art Images to a Company in China?
Drew Brophy, painting art for a children’s line of products One of my readers asked: “A company from China saw my art online and loved it! They asked me to send 3 images they can print on fabric....
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A reader wrote and described a common challenge that artists face: “My biggest problem is deals and contracts, and how to close a deal with clients in a way that we both win. When I talk about...
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