August 1st is right around the corner.  From a business stand point it’s a time everybody should be using to do at least one thing you’ve never done before to create a little buzz in your market, your community.   Here are some ideas and thoughts on where you can get some help!
Postcard Mailing: How about [...]

If you know Jim Collins, Simon Anderson and the rest of the crew at Pictage along with Andrew and Rachel Niesen at ShootQ, then you know this is a very cool thing involving some great people.  And, if you don’t know the players then you’ll just have to trust me! 
The first paragraph of the press release pretty much [...]

 
I just heard from the crew at Pictage there are only five seats left for the launch of Pictage U next week in San Diego.  If you’re in the area it’s definitely worth checking out!

No guest post for Open Forum this morning, but it’s only because I forgot I declared Monday as Open Forum and haven’t had a chance to sort out those people who responded.  If you’ve got an issue you’d just like to throw out on the table, then here’s a place to vent, share or contribute.  [...]

There are a couple of great conventions coming up and whether you’re headed to PMA this weekend, WPPI in a couple of weeks or the Ohio Professional Photographers Convention here are some reminders to help you get the most out of any convention.
1) Think about what you need most in terms of help with your [...]

The economy, technology, changes in social media and the new wave of competitors all require your constant attention.  At times it can be overwhelming.  You’re not alone if you’re feeling frustrated.  We all feel it, but there’s a wealth of information and people out there to help you build your business and address virtually every challenge you might [...]