tattooers & studio owners:
Helping Artists and Shop Owners design clear steps on the business side of tattooing.
"Are you often confused by the complexities of running a business and working on your craft? Meet with us Tuesday's for "Tattoo Business Talks" zoom meetup - join us below
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Why Tattoo Career Builders?
Empower Your Tattoo Career with Clarity and Confidence
In an ever-changing industry, managing your income and building a strong business foundation have never been more important.
At Tattoo Career Builders, we provide a simple, holistic approach to help you optimize your business and career- because success shouldn't have to feel complicated
When your systems and finances are dialed in, you'll feel more resilient, adaptable, and free to focus on what matters most: your craft, your clients, and your life.
Take control of your career, stress less, and reclaim your most valuable resources- time, money, and peace of mind.
Let's build something that lasts together.
Build a resilient, profitable tattoo career with expert guidance every step of the way.
Hello, I'm Derek Youngberg
Derek - 31 year veteran in the tattoo community working nearly every position in tattooing.
Artist Owned & operated 3 tattoo shop locations (13 YRS)
Managed shops for others (6 YRS)
Project manager / co-founder of a product manufacturing company (2 YRS)
Founder/Owner of a successful tattoo supply company (10 YRS.)
Certified Executive Career Coach - (Tony) Robbins Madanes institute
Cash Flow Advisor - Profit First Professionals
TESTIMONIALS
What others are saying
"Special thank you to Derek at @tattoocareerbuilders for the exceptional financial education over the weekend! I think we will be doing this class again, and if I were you, I wouldn't miss it!"
"Just wanted to say that I participate in these business talks and they are a wonderful resource/soundboard. I look forward to each talk and think there are some great minds working together to put this on."
Who We Are
We are building a resource website for all things business related.
We help licensed professionals
We are here to assist artists connect the dots with business skills not given to us. when we are focused on the craft of tattooing.
Artist business focused
We hope to support artists looking to protect the two most valuable resources- time and money
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2025 Seminar Scholarships TBA
TCB is hosting multiple full-ride scholarships at two events in 2025, for those newer tattooers seeking more education and networking opportunities and are in financial need.
Prioritizing your time on the right skills will eventually land you with all the right clients. It will not happen overnight, it requires work, a lot of consistent work.
Tattoo Career Builders
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