Your "Best Year Ever" Program

This special consulting program designed specifically for the creative person (the right-brain thinker) will help you make more money, find better clients, and love what you do - every day.

Answer yes or no to the following questions:

• Do you drop your fees the moment a client hesitates on your price? 

• Do you find yourself agreeing to "little add-ons" the client requests after the project begins, but don't know how to charge for them?

• Are you unsure how to manage or grow your business?

• Is finding a consistent flow of great clients a struggle for you?

• Do you spend tons of hours working on projects for very little pay?

• Are you exhausted by your business with nothing to show for it?

• Do you feel like you get conflicting advice on what to do and don't know who to listen to?

• Are you overwhelmed when meeting with a client or preparing a proposal?

• Do you know you are talented, but are still ready to give up or just don't know what to do to get to the next level?

If you answered yes to at least half of the questions above, then this unique consulting program is for you.

Just think and imagine yourself six months from now, getting paid what you know you deserve and working with the type of clients you really enjoy.  Your bank account is growing and you find yourself truly enjoying your work.

And, imagine that you can see a more successful future than you had dreamed possible, and all because you finally learned HOW to make your business succeed.

Does this feel like what you have been missing?

If so, then this consulting program REALLY is for you!

This program is for serious creative professionals ready to "stop starving and start succeeding."  This unique consulting package will help you learn in a variety of different individual and group settings so you can learn what you need, when you need it, and in the best format for your creative thought process.

SUMMARY OF HOW IT WORKS

This is a 6-month business learning program designed specifically to help creative folks (right-brain thinkers).  It combines individual learning, one-on-one consulting, and group consulting sessions to maximize learning and retention.

This format allows you to get exactly what you need when you need it.   Therefore, you will get the information you need to get your income and your business up to speed.

DETAILS OF WHAT YOU GET

In this program, you get:

	One-on-one consulting for 6 months. 6 months of unlimited one-on-one consulting directly with Kirstin Carey so you get undivided, personal attention to your unique needs.
	"Hearty Artist" Retreat. Registration to a 2-day group retreat for all consulting program participants held every 9-12 months at a vacation destination.  It's a smart way to take a vacation AND write it off as a business expense.  (Note: Next retreat is scheduled for April 2008 in Phoenix, Arizona and includes an opening night reception and overnight accommodations at Kirstin's home in North Phoenix!) Click here for more retreat details
	Learning Control. Exactly what you need for your business and for your life.  This consulting program will adjust to your needs, but will also keep you in line so you don't sabotage yourself.  It's a program designed just for you!

...and so much more!

WHO IS ELIGIBLE

Only people who are serious about advancing to the next level of their business will be considered.  To find out if you're ready for the program, email Kirstin to schedule a time to chat about your needs and goals. 

WHAT OTHER BYE PARTICIPANTS ARE SAYING

About eight months ago my business had become stale, and I knew I had to do something; I just wasn’t sure what that was. A friend told me about a web site I should check out mycreativebiz.com so I did. I have to say it was the best thing I ever did. I am no longer struggling with where I want to take my business. I am excited about it again and totally enjoy working. It is no longer just a job. Working with Kirstin and the rest of the Best Year Ever group has been an absolute joy and a total inspiration. I no longer feel that my business is stale in fact it is growing by leaps and bounds. Thank you so much. To anyone else who is thinking about working with Kirstin I just want to say stop thinking and start doing you will not be sorry!!!

~Terry Gavigan, Tag design group

I was in a transition period in my business and the whole process became too overwhelming to handle alone.  The BYE program gave me the stability and direction I needed to actually grow my company instead of treading water because I was to scared to make a change.  Now, not only do I have a plan to put into action, but I have a whole new outlook on my company.  An outlook that is much healthier for my business and myself.  I now feel like I am controlling my business instead of my business controlling me.

~AMY KETTERAN, KETTERAN STUDIOS
 

 

The Retreat was one of the best weekends of my life, period.  Not only did we enjoy some great weather, but we all moved forward with our respective issues and, hopefully, started off some life long friendships.

~GRANT RUSTON, FRONT PORCH PHOTOGRAPHY

WHAT OTHERS HAVE TO SAY ABOUT HOW KIRSTIN CAREY HAS IMPACTED THEIR CREATIVE BUSINESSES

"You are AMAZING!  I am happy to say that in the two years I have spent building my business, you have been my best investment. I have gotten more out of our limited conversations together than from anyone else who have offered to help me build my business."

~natalie a murray, healthy & fit solutions

"I am so thrilled not just because I GOT THE CLIENT but more so because you really helped me understand that VALUE is not just what you offer to a client but VALUE has everything to do with how you PRESENT yourself to the client! You can only offer value if you feel you are truly "valuable". I'm giddy with exhilaration! I FINALLY GET IT! I will never undervalue my abilities again. It was truly my GOOD KARMA and GOOD FORTUNE TO HAVE FOUND YOU! You can use my e-mail for a testimonial. I would even fly to a seminar and talk about how absolutely fabulous you are! A zillion 'thank yous' are not enough."

 ~NIKKI HODGES, WEDDING & EVENT PLANNER
 

"I have trusted Kirstin from the beginning and her advise on proposal writing really paid off today.  I used her suggested three 'value options', asked for
the money I felt my services were worth, and got it!  In fact, when the client called back to sign the agreement, they were so impressed with the
thoroughness of my proposal, (and the fact that I really listened to their needs) that they offered to pay me more money to consult with them about the design needs of their entire home!  Kirstin, you are right on the money!"

~Stephanie bradshaw, restager

"Your guidance has helped me immensely! You have been there for me 100% - especially in times of great need or sudden emergencies. More importantly your ability to GIVE unconditionally is what makes you stand out in your field. Let's face it... I have called you in times when I was in a pinch - needing advice in an instant. You have ALWAYS been there guiding me and showing me the way.

Because of you:

• I set higher standards for my business.

• My negotiating skills improved.

• I once feared public speaking... I now speak effortlessly to large groups.

• I implemented a national training program - something I was not sure how to structure on my own.

• I realize my value, never compromise my integrity and set boundaries.

If someone asked me in one sentence to describe Kirstin Carey, I would tell them: 'she's an incredibly smart woman with a ton of talent, a mind for business and a heart of gold!'"

~Melanie Serra, President, The Home Stager
 

"I just signed my biggest contract ever – for a Complete Production Wedding!  It’s my most inclusive (and most expensive!) service package and I only have you to thank.  My new attitude, proposal write-up, and fee system reinforced my professional image.  Now, I’m ready to play in the big leagues!  Thank you for helping me earn more money, save my clients stress, and make my work more enjoyable.  There’s nothing better in life than loving what you do (and getting paid for it!)."

~Christina A. Hagan, Extraordinary Occasions
 

"I was quaking in my boots about a proposal for an important mural commission. My conversation with [Kirstin] helped me realize that I was far undercharging for my art.  She gave me advice, selling tips and the confidence to more than double what I would have charged for the work. I was able to quote a figure over $6,000 to a client without a qualm. This is the largest paycheck I've ever gotten! Thank you, Kirstin!"

~Deborah E. Watson, Artist
 

"I just recently got back from a  job I did up in Cape Cod worth over $11,000 and it is because I used the techniques I learned from you to turn a consultation into my biggest job ever."

~Amy Ketteran, Ketteran Studios

WHO AM I?

My name is Kirstin Carey and I've been presenting educational programs and consulting people for over 12 years - creative people like you - helping them do what they enjoy AND make money while doing it!   

I understand how difficult business can be, as I own my own business and I'm married to a "serial entrepreneur", so let's just say I get to live through Tom's business ups and downs, too. 

In the beginning of my career, I worked mostly with corporations and companies to help them and their employees market and sell more effectively. 

Over the years, I was approached by a photographer, an interior decorator, a graphic designer, and a muralist to help them.  Each person wanted to make more money with their creative services, but was struggling with many of the same business issues. 

It was obvious there was a huge void in business education for these artists.  And there were practically NO business tools designed just for creative folks.  

So, I set out to create programs like this one to fill this gaping need. 

Now, my primary focus is on creative professionals interested in increasing their income and creating solid businesses.

INVESTMENT GUARANTEE

The focus of this program is for you to get results.  When you participate fully in the program, you are guaranteed to get direct and significant value and results.

At the end of the program, should you feel you and your company are not better off because of your involvement in this program, then you will get your investment amount back. 

Blah.  That's not good enough.

You know, what?  I am so sure that this program will work to help you that against the advice of my consulting friends, I'm am going to up the ante even more for this investment guarantee. 

If you participate in this program, I mean really get involved, you know.... show up for the retreat, do your homework, and call me regularly (especially when you get "stuck"), then I offer you the: "Best Year Ever Guarantee. "

This guarantee says, that you will:

	Get a signed contract for the largest project you ever got, within 12 months of starting the program.
	Make more money than you made in your creative business last year.
	Be more satisfied with your business than you ever have been.

...or you get your investment BACK.

By taking this step, it means you can say, "Goodbye" to working with bad clients.  You can let go of your fear of charging more.  You can get paid what you are worth. 

You CAN get the business you want and the income you deserve.  The first step towards success is to apply for this program.

THE APPLICATION PROCESS

If you are interested in joining the ranks of other incredibly successful people who have creative minds and you want to apply for the opportunity to participate in this consulting program, click on the application button below.

NOTE: Classes are limited so you learn as much as possible during the program.  Half of the available spots for the Fall program are already gone.  If you want to secure your spot, you should apply now.

By applying, you are not locked into anything and will not be asked to submit payment information.  The application process will not cost you anything.   If your application is approved, you will then go through the payment process, but only if you are ready to join the program at that time. 

As an immediate bonus, just by submitting your application, you will receive the 13-page e-report "Closing Sales for Creative Folks: The Easy Road to Overcoming Objections and Resistance."  You will receive access to the report immediately after your application has been submitted.  All you have to do is apply now.

TUITION INVESTMENT

Tuition payments can be made in one of two ways:

• Full payment: $2700.

• Installments: 6 installments of $475 each. 

Just think:

An MBA from a local state college will cost you anywhere from $13,000 to $20,000 in tuition alone and will take you two to three years to complete.   Plus, even if you finish the program there is no guarantee that you'll actually make any more money in your creative business.

Creative professionals spend thousands of dollars each year taking classes which only address the artistic side of the business.  Add that to the number of hours you put into participating in these skill building classes and not working on your business or on paid projects, and the prices are astronomical.

Of course, perfecting your creative skills is essential.  But if you don't learn HOW to make money with your creative skills, then you probably won't succeed, no matter how talented you are.

Isn't it time you invested in learning how to make money from your craft? 

Don't you deserve it?

May you always love what you do AND get paid for it!

Kirstin Carey
MyCreativeBiz.com, division of Orange Tree
(623) 414-3300

P.S.  This is a smart investment into the financial success of your business.  When you really participate in this program, you will experience Your Best Year Ever.  Guaranteed.  So, what are you waiting for? Click below and apply now.

P.P.S. If you are curious about this program, but aren't sure if it's right for you, then give me a call at (623) 414-3300 or email me at biz@MyCreativeBiz.com and we'll discuss it. 
 

Free Articles    Kirstin Carey    Services    Online Store    Contact    Home