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The secrets are shared on how an artist can build a strong online presence in four phases.

Productivity tips are great in theory, but how well do they really work for a craft business? In Part 1 and Part 2 of her series on productivity tips for crafters, Lisa Anderson Shaffer gathered ideas from expert organizers. Here, she takes their thoughts for a test drive in her own craft business. (Image: nuttakit / FreeDigitalPhotos.net)

Need some productivity tips to keep your indie business on track? What business owner doesn't, right? In this first part of a three-part series, Lisa Anderson Shaffer talks to a certified professional organizer who shared lots of productivity tips for artists and crafters who need a system to help stay on task.

IndieMade was invited to present mini-sessions at the WBEZ event "Making Your Own Job." The event was well-attended by plenty of artist entrepreneurs and indie business owners. Welcome to the new economy, one that is driven by micro- and small businesses. These "indies" are either filling in the gaps with their niche businesses or freelancing, often replacing jobs once held by full-time employees.

Calling all Chicago Indie Entrepreneurs!  Reserve the date now for joining IndieMade at the Catalyst Ranch at 6:00 pm January 26, 2012 for a night of free information and networking.  Now is the time to take your business to the next level!

Has someone ever used an image you created without your permission - and never even linked back to you? Flip it around: How many times have you found that perfect image for your blog post but didn't think it was important to credit the creator?

The following is a guest post from yours truly!

This post is excerpted from a Resources article by Megan Eckman.

The following is excerpted from a Resources article by Melissa Williams Netherton.

The following is a guest post by Rosalie Gale of Unanimous Craft