Tuning Your Opportunity Radar
I was on the phone yesterday with the vice-president of photography operations for a very large company in New York. (I trust you can appreciate I keep their identity secret)…
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Success Is Up To You
I am an inspired and motivated person, otherwise I wouldn't have hung around as long (30+ years) in the world of self-employment. (and as an artist no less!) But nonetheless, it's…
Entering New Territory
During the past few weeks I put together an RFP package for a government contract. It was submitted on August 22, 2012 at precisely 2:45 pm. How do I know…
Make the Most of Opportunities
I entered the 5th year anniversary artists contest held by the copyright alliance a few months back. My video won in the multi-media category. As part of my winnings…
Develop Your Rap
The butter and eggs portion of my business is the corporate headshot. To date I've done over a thousand. Location. Studio. I'll go anywhere clients request. Period. It's called service.…
Pat Swovelin 1951-2012 R. I. P.
Another brother has left us. I've been in a funk because my friend and long-time colleague (12+ years) died suddenly about a week ago, we don't really know. And that's…
Jim McCrary – Photographer Mentor Educator
I was saddened this morning to read of the passing of Jim McCrary on April 29, 2012. When the people who've made a significant impact on my life pass on…
What You Don’t Know, Learn
Regarding my ten month time-lapse project; principal photography is complete. Post production is under way. What began as an email inquiry from a representative of The Huntington May 2011, ended…
Kwit Ur Bitchin’
As many readers know, I find value in spending time managing my presence and forum contributions on LinkedIn. The positive feedback I receive tells me that people appreciate my input.…
Sensing Business Opportunities
One of the joys of self-employment is searching for new business. I dedicate part of each week to searching out opportunities that others miss. This is a good thing because…