So many creative entrepreneurs we have worked with over the years have started their businesses while working a day job. It’s a classic path. Having a day job while starting your business can serve as a HUGE advantage. However, as we share in this article,...
A creative services agreement offers a crucial tool for anyone providing creative services to clients. But too many creative business owners hurt themselves when they don’t have a creative services agreement that properly supports their business. Done right, a...
The Creators’ Legal Roadmap turns the legal stuff from a source of stress into a source of strength. Many business owners find it easy to engage with the creative side of their business. But when it comes to the legal stuff, it gets a little more...
This trademark cost guidebook discusses trademark costs and includes information about fees charged by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) as well as fees charged by attorneys and filing services. Note: All numbers are current as of March 2024....
We talk to so many creatives who run multiple businesses, and inevitably, they want to know whether to form one or multiple business entities, such as LLCs or corporations, to manage various endeavors. So let’s talk about the considerations and scenarios that...
Years ago, I had an artist client who did large-scale commissions for hotels (yeah, it’s a niche). He did terrific work but always seemed to conflict with his clients. They got pissed that he didn’t answer their calls or return emails as fast as they would...
