Huge thanks to the amazing Michael DeVellis for posting this the other day in the TPG FB Group. I had to share it with all of you: Ive gotten so many messages lately about the huge amount of education out there in our industry these days and how can one tell the difference between what would be a great investment and what is a waste of time. So I thought Id share a few points to consider: - Who are the clients of, and what is the experience of, the educator? Do you aspire to have their career? - Are they a true expert in the area they are teaching in? Check their website, CV and bio for up-to-date, relevant experience. - When was the last time they worked on a shoot, film, show, project - versus just teaching about it? The industry changes - they need to be current. - Are they an experienced educator as well as makeup artist or hair stylists. Just because you are a good creative talent does not make you a good educator. - Does the cost of their program seem fair for their experience and where the event is being held? Are their cancellation policies fair? - Are they toting an old success story as their entire basis for being a teacher? What have they done lately? - Do they have a website and proper business set up to produce these events? Are they insured to produce such events? - Its hard to judge integrity, ethical behavior, good industry etiquette and so on from a Facebook message but do yo ur homework. The worst thing to do is take advice from someone who behaves badly, is negative or uses manipulative means by which to build their business. Learn from those who you want to be like. I hope this helps! Happy learning! (and please feel free to share this post!) Michael DeVellis Executive Director, The Powder Group Id like to add my own sentiments. No matter whom you get your education from, be wise how you spend your money… 1) Research the educator fully and check their credentials. 2) Find out EXACTLY what your $$$ covers. 3) Make sure to ask if you get post class support.
Posted on: Thu, 08 Jan 2015 20:29:33 +0000
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