Running your business or ruining it! Episode 1.

I know this may seem harsh but there is a reality to running and managing your own business. There are many people not only in the crew but everywhere that start a new business without a clue of what to do. Some people afraid to take that first step so I applaud you for making it this far. I'm not here to tell you how or what it is that you need to do. This is more of a story; it will be a series of posts.
We all started from somewhere or at least the majority have. So don't think you need to have photography experience to make this work. I did have prior knowledge and use of cameras from home use and at work, I did run Adorama in NYC, yup that store. I didn't think it was ever something I would do to make money or build a business around. I had access to all the camera gear I wanted and yes, I was the father that showed up to a school outing with a Nikon D300 and a 70-200 or almost had to leave a football game because I had professional gear.
So how did I move into being a full-time photographer? It didn't happen right away it took another 5 years or so after watching the retail market change and crumble that I decided to switch direction. I did have all professional gear at home and didn't need to purchase much to start a business.
I decided this was the way for me to go but needed to make sure I could make money and build something. I had to build my P&L and see what it would take to break even and then to make a profit and then could I make enough money to support my family. Well, this is where it starts... Episode 2 coming soon.