In this episode of The Artful Dollar podcast, Ryan Roi shares a conversation with Rob Smead, owner of Electrum Tattoo Supply and host of The Business of Tattooing podcast.  Rob and Ryan discuss topics affecting the tattoo industry today, including the intersection of art and business, the importance of marketing, and financial coaching tailored specifically for tattoo artists.  Ryan discusses his journey from being a full-time tattoo artist to creating The Artful Dollar, a program dedicated to helping artists manage their finances, market their work, and achieve long-term success.  The episode also highlights the role of the Association of Professional Tattooers (APT) in advocating for the industry, the challenges posed by increasing regulation and automation, and the future of hybrid tattoo artists who combine exceptional artistry with stellar business acumen.  Tune in for insightful discussions, case studies, and a deeper understanding of the interconnected world of tattoo artistry and entrepreneurship. Follow Rob SmeadInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/noflashninja/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rob.smead/ The Business of Tattooing Podcast with Rob SmeadInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/business_of_tattooing/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebusinessoftattooing Electrum Tattoo SupplyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/electrumsupply/Website: https://electrumsupply.com/ Join the APThttps://safe-tattoos.com/ ——— Chapters: ——— Are you feeling uncertain about what actions you should take to successfully market your business? You’re not alone.  Get clear on what actions you need to take to book more appointments and create a sense of security and freedom.  Book your 1-on-1 Marketing Strategy Session with Ryan Roi Now:https://Theartfuldollarbooking.as.me/?appointmentType=67870225 This is for tattooers and shop owners who: Have at least 1 year of FULL TIME, PROFESSIONAL tattooing experience Ready to take a radically new approach to marketing (Not just a few tips and tricks) On this call we will: Take a look at your current approach to marketing Identify what is stopping you from staying consistently booked Offer a strategy moving forward ——— Hear what people think about what we do at The Artful Dollar: https://www.theartfuldollar.com/testimonials Find more Artful Dollar podcast episodes on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4P0j85W6U6tG6KTCTQidL4 –—— Follow me on Instagram-  IG: ryanroitattoo  https://www.instagram.com/ryanroitattoo/ Check out my website- https://www.theartfuldollar.com/ #tattooartist #tattooer #tattoopodcast #marketing #marketingstrategy #marketingadvice #financialliteracy #financialcoach #tattoobusiness #artbusiness