There is so much to learn from investments that went really well as well as those that went really poorly and so we asked some of the wisest creatives and entrepreneurs in the community to tell us the stories of their best and worst investments.

Lionel Taurus

My best investment was definitely in all the money I spent building a computer capable of handling any type of project I envisioned, from product design to illustrations, and most importantly those last years, motion design and 3D. So often, people are afraid of upgrading what they are using to work because of its cost, but it can truly make a significant improvement in their process and creativity. Read more>>

Carina Fleckner

I truly believe in making investments that not only save you time but also elevate the overall experience for your clients. One game-changing move for me was getting on board with Honeybook, a CRM system, early in my business journey. Starting out, I knew I needed a solid system to streamline my workflow and automate those repetitive tasks. Read more>>

Ewurama Hayford Ampofo

Investing time in clients who do not value what I have to offer! I went through a period of time when I was so desperate for business that I would actually allow people to haggle for lower prices. I once offered to shooot a portrait session for 50% less of my usual price. Read more>>

LeAnn Pashina

The best investments I have made is in myself. Meaning, investing in trainings, learning new skills and how to perfect my existing skills. I have done this throughout my career and always what I have learned – no matter if great or small, I have been able to apply and utilize in my career. Read more>>

Qurissy L

In the early days of my photography journey, the advice circulating within the community was centered on choosing the right gear to initiate one’s career. I meticulously followed blog recommendations and watched numerous YouTube videos, eventually acquiring entry-level cameras and lights as per the conventional wisdom. Read more>>

Rebecca Rebecca

The best investment I’ve made for my business is subscribing to a CRM – Client Relationship Management System. There are so many options out there, many of them specific to the industry in which you’re working… and there are tons for photographers/creatives. I used spreadsheets for YEARS to organize my sessions, weddings, income, calendar, taxes… it was so much work, but I didn’t fully comprehend how a CRM could tie everything together, streamline my workflow, and keep me organized. Read more>>

Raisa Nosova

My most impactful investment has been in my education abroad. Living in Brussels for half a year opened doors to international opportunities as well as an extensive professional network. Read more>>