What should I look for when choosing whether to work with an art business service or solution?

Look for a provider that will only bring you on if they genuinely believe they can help you succeed. A good provider will listen to what your business is about, your goals, the type of art you’re selling, and who you’re trying to reach—and then tell you honestly if they’re a good fit or not. Their biggest metric should be customer success. Do your research, read reviews, and talk to their existing members to see if what they’re doing is actually working. Look for evidence that they work with people at all stages—part-timers, those new to selling, and established artists—and that they’re committed to helping you build a business with consistent income.

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Asked by an artist evaluating business services · Answered by Patrick Shanahan · art-marketing-podcast · 2020-06-11