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10 Things Every Tattoo Artist NEEDS in Their Station (That Aren’t a Machine)
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10 Things Every Tattoo Artist NEEDS in Their Station (That Aren’t a Machine)
  • By Memphis Mori
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So you’ve got your dream machine. Congrats, hotshot. But your setup doesn’t stop there—and your clients (and their immune systems) are counting on you. A good tattoo station isn’t just about what puts ink in skin. It’s about what keeps your process clean, professional, and stress-free from start to finish. Here are 10 essentials every tattoo artist should have in their station—none of which plug in.
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10 Things Every Tattoo Artist NEEDS in Their Station (That Aren’t a Machine)
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10 Things Every Tattoo Artist NEEDS in Their Station (That Aren’t a Machine)
  • By Memphis Mori
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So you’ve got your dream machine. Congrats, hotshot. But your setup doesn’t stop there—and your clients (and their immune systems) are counting on you. A good tattoo station isn’t just about what puts ink in skin. It’s about what keeps your process clean, professional, and stress-free from start to finish. Here are 10 essentials every tattoo artist should have in their station—none of which plug in.
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how to better manage your business as a tattoo artist or a tattoo shop bookings
  • By Memphis Mori
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The Business of Tattooing - That’s Not ADHD — That’s Just Poor Shop Systems (And How to Actually Fix It)
You’re not a mess.You’re not bad at being organized.And babe, you don’t need to “just focus harder.”You need better systems that actually work with your brain.   Tattooing demands insane levels of mental load every day:✅ Hygiene and bloodborne safety✅ Design focus✅ Client conversations✅ Time management✅ Physical stamina   If you don’t have good systems in place, it’s not if you’ll burn out,  it’s when.
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how to do affiliate marketing as a tattoo artist business
  • By Memphis Mori
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The Business of Tattooing - Affiliate Marketing Isn’t Selling Out — It’s Buying In (to Your Worth)
If you flinched a little when you heard “affiliate marketing,” you’re not alone. Tattoo artists have been taught that making money outside of sessions is "cringe" or "selling out." Like if you’re not dying behind the chair 60 hours a week, you’re not legit. Babe, that’s a lie. Affiliate marketing done right isn’t about being fake, pushing junk, or selling your soul. It’s about getting paid for the influence, trust, and expertise you already share, every single day.
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The Business of Tattooing - How To Set Up An Engaged Instagram Account For Your Tattooing bookings
  • By Memphis Mori
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The Business of Tattooing - How To Set Up An Engaged Instagram Account For Your Tattooing
YOUR ACCOUNT USERNAME, NAME AND BIO Your username should be your name or business name, as short as possible and if your name alone is not available; try adding a word for context "tattoo, tattoos, ink" for example if your name is Joey Smith, @joeysmith, @joeysmithtattoos, @inkbyjoey @joeytattoos etc. in your bio, your name should be your name or business name and then the city you work in and your profession. for example, Joey Smith | Tattoo Artist in Elkhart IN or Joey Smith Tattoos | Elkhart IN
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