Can you be an entrepreneur and a creative? For Doug Suiter, there is no difference…
Business for Creatives Podcast #EP07 – Doug Suiter
Today’s guest is Doug Suiter. He is the Owner/Director of YourFilm and FCPTalent. His expertise is from On-air Promos, set directing, and overseeing the full production process. He started FCP Talent to be a matchmaker for freelancers and producers.
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In this episode, Den and Doug expose what it really takes for a creative to build their own business. Doug shares his thoughts on filling the gap between matching a qualified freelancer to a client looking for a specific skill set. He also shares the biggest secrets on how to operate a business that does not compromise your creativity.
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What you will learn in this episode…
- What happens when a sales expert and a creative become one
- How Doug become that Final Cut Guy
- Doug’s turning point from being an employee to starting to get his own gig
- Why having a system in your business will set you free
- How he managed to fill the gap between freelancers and small business owners
- The importance of going that extra mile for your clients
- Is there a difference between being a creative and an entrepreneur?
Quotable Quotes
“You work hard and you need to be lucky.”
“Don’t set goals, set systems.”
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Resources
The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don’t Work and What to Do About It by Michael E. Gerber