In this video, I’m laying it out straight for all you self-employed creatives: Don’t fall for the “exposure” trap. I’ve had a former student reach out, frustrated after being asked to work for free in exchange for “exposure.” Spoiler alert: exposure doesn’t pay the bills.
I’m here to tell you—your time and skills are valuable. Don’t waste them on projects where you’re promised nothing but vague promises. Set boundaries, get paid upfront, and never, ever agree to “free” work just because someone says it’ll lead to “opportunities.” Watch this video, and I’ll show you why it’s crucial to protect your business and stand your ground—no freebies.
Doin’
It His
Way…
For over thirty years, I’ve worked in and for small businesses.
My first job was a stock boy, leading me to becoming a retail associate. From there decades of freelancing in a number of creative fields. All of it leading to eventually owning and running one of Orange County’s premiere design and marketing studios.
I’ve been doing it for a long time.
That’s a good thing...
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Two decades of working in education give you a different insight. I’ve had some amazing teachers, but they were stuck in a system that didn’t work.
To truly learn, you need to process what you’ve learned and apply it. Make it part of your skill set.
That’s how it used to be…
and that’s a good thing.
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I won't bother you much,
maybe like a normal amount of bother, though...