How To Start A Successful Business As A Creative

In this video, we dive into the intricacies of navigating client relationships, making informed business decisions, and the importance of change in the entrepreneurial journey, specifically for creatives.

We'll explore why understanding the net profit is crucial, the challenges artists face when transitioning into business, and effective communication strategies.

Join us as we discuss practical tips and share insights on how to ask the right questions, build meaningful connections, and ultimately grow your creative business.

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#CreativeBusiness #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #ClientRelationships #BusinessStrategy #NetProfit #ArtToBusiness #ChangeManagement #EffectiveCommunication #BusinessTips

Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
1:00 - The Reason Creatives Struggle with Business
2:30 - Transitioning from Art to Business
4:00 - Common Mistakes in Creative Business Management
5:30 - The Value of Accurate Financial Tracking
7:00 - Understanding Client Relationships
8:30 - Effective Communication and Asking the Right Questions
9:30 - Outro

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Host: Chris Do (Bald Asian Guy Talks About Business)
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[terigcreatives]

"Don't try to imagine why you didn't get the job. You can't control that. what you can control is ask yourself, Did I do the best I could to present my company and what we have to offer. That's it! That's what you owe." - - This hit me. Thanks Kier.
May your soul rest in peace.

[_cjrriley]

That man was someone who just breathes wisdom. I'm glad that Chris has taken up the mantle and I'm glad his words will live on with videos like these. Rest well, Keir: you've been a great teacher to us all.

[annelihansson]

It's so difficult to even imagine that Chris once in a time didn't know much about business. RIP Keir ❤

[yeaheiamahmudhridoy]

One of the most bold statement i've ever heard 'If you hire me i probably will end up knowing more about you than your therapist and your partner because you have to tell the truth if you cant tell the truth i can't help you..."

[josequezada]

Keir was a beast. His approach to a creative business and its negotiations are tough but needed. May he RIP❤

[sophiemoconnell]

I didn’t know it at the time how much Keir's advice would impact me, when I first watched his series back along. He planted a seed that people who didn’t owe my life or time to people who were negative or didn't have my best interests at heart... no matter who they were.

It took a long time and a lot of heartache to learn that I didn’t need anyone else's approval but my own. But I am so grateful that I am now confident in my choice to pursue the the things that I believe in. That I have people in my life who love and support me unconditionally.

So, thank you Keir. I will forever be grateful that you Chris convinced you to get on camera. We all need someone in our lives who will push us to share ourselves with the world. Even if it feels a little alien! You were that for me, so I hope I can pay it forward and be that for someone else.

[BigThreeChiu]

Do the work. Trust the process. Stay out of the results.
It's amazing to see the message pass on from your mentor Kier and now Chris is continue the legacy by impacting on all of our lives.

[morgatil]

I had a few 1 on 1s with Keir. His ability to take a step back and see big picture was elite. Great person. Great mentor.

[lyleabrahams]

Keir has always been one of my favorite guests on the Futur.. His way of breaking things down just always hit different. It bummed me out hearing he passed.
RIP Mr McLaren

[AndrewRMontoya]

“It never happens” adding that to my framework for doing business.

[jacobfinkelstein]

Great video! I would love to see more content with Keir. If He taught Chris a lot, I'm sure he can teach all of us a lot too. Keep it coming!

[the-r-bot-]

Great to see this old one where our mentor is with his mentor ❤

RIP Keir ❤

[JWKDESIGN]

that we have Keir on video... guy was a BOSS. ❤‍🔥

[TheArchimedesEffect]

I remember that day, I was in the back row in the audience with my buddy Oskar. I got a few chances to talk with Keir, such a great guy and such great business advice. He continues to be missed.

[zeitakulobusta]

Can't hear this stuff enough times, thank you.
Would LOVE to hear more about what you SHOULD do on creative solopreneur websites....a couple of live website audit/insight sessions covering different scales and markets would be super valuable.

[MatthewCicanese]

Thanks Keir. Love you, man. Sorry we never got to have that virtual coffee…

[TheOfficialTiredMother]

Ahhhh - I love this! I also needed to hear it today!! ❤

[shakeel.design]

RIP to your coach, mentor, and friend, Keir. 🙏🏽

[swarupkbagul]

Chris is very very lucky to have Keir as his mentor. Almost felt like he is still here and we will learn more from him.

RIP 🙏🏻💐🙏🏻

[zerotoceală]

I really liked that you only mentioned "In Loving Memory of Keir McLaren " ..and you didn't even indicate the years. Indirectly, you conveyed to us the fact that he will live forever through you and through all the others whom he helped to follow their mission/dream/purpose + and to make money ONLY AS A RESULT OF THAT. "I don't help those who just want to make money" - What values..what character... ! HATS OFF to Mr. Keir McLaren !💫💪🙌