The Artful Dollar
Money can be an intimidating topic, particularly for artists and creative professionals. The Artful Dollar aims to change that by having money conversations with Artists as well as financial service professionals. Ryan Roi, the host of TAD, is a tattoo artist, entrepreneur and spiritual seeker offering 1:1 and group coaching to help people build healthy, thriving relationships with money.
Episodes
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In this episode of the Artful Dollar podcast, Ryan Roi emphasizes the importance of building a solid financial foundation as a self-employed individual.
Drawing from his own experiences and career transition from a tattoo artist to a licensed financial advisor, Ryan shares...
Start Booking Tattoos (On Purpose, Not By Accident)
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In this episode of The Artful Dollar, host Ryan Roi welcomes his friend and 30-year tattoo veteran, Matt Hodel.
Together, they discuss the evolution of personal beliefs, the significance of adaptability in achieving goals, and the unique challenges within the tatto...
Start Booking Tattoos (On Purpose, Not By Accident)
Booked’n 48 Workshop: https://www.skool.com/the-artful-business-skool/about?ref=2ea7d1f0b91449f19e932bad6b26dd47
In this episode of the Artful Dollar, host Ryan Roi shares his deeply personal journey from a troubled youth to a successful tattoo artist.
Ryan introduces the concept of the 'inner elder', imagining a future version of oneself to make better life decisions today. ...
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In this episode of the Artful Dollar, host Ryan Roi, a seasoned tattoo professional with over 20 years of experience, breaks down the transformative challenges faced by tattoo artists in 2025.
Reflecting on the industry's evolution, the impact of technology, and the necessity of marketing skills...
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In this candid and introspective episode, Ryan Roi shares his 13-year-long journey in the tattoo industry.
Addressing doubts, anxieties, and internal struggles that many tattoo artists f...
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In this episode of The Artful Dollar Podcast, host Ryan Roi shares actionable strategies from his 'Booked in 48' workshop to help tattoo artists combat the slow season and book more appointments.
Learn how to use Instagram effectively, communicate ...
In this episode of The Artful Dollar Podcast, host Ryan Roi chats with tattoo artist and client, Noah Richman. Over the past three months, Noah's career has seen a major transformation thanks to Ryan's 'Booked in 48' workshop and the Artful Marketer program.
Noah talks about moving from sporadic walk-ins and financial uncertainty to being fully booked months in advance with higher-paying clients.
Together they discuss the min...
In this episode of the Artful Dollar Podcast, host Ryan Roi welcomes Colton James, co-owner of Eden Body Art Studio, to discuss the intricacies of scaling a tattoo business.
Colton shares his entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing high leverage activities over countless good ideas. The conversation touches on topics ranging from public speaking techniques, handling the challenges of business growth, ...
In this episode of the Artful Dollar Podcast, Ryan welcomes Selena Medina; a tattoo artist, scientist, and board member of the Association of Professional Tattooers (APT).
Together, Ryan and Selina discuss the importance of unity among tattoo artists to combat regulatory threats, misinformation about tattoo ink safety, and the looming dangers posed by potential corporate takeovers.
Selina shares her extensive knowledge on pro...
In this episode of The Artful Dollar Podcast, Ryan Roi and his good friend and fellow money coach Nadine Zumot to discuss the profound impact of Internal Family Systems (IFS) on transforming money habits and financial well-being.
Nadine, a new member of the Artful Dollar coaching team, shares her experience helping her own clients overcome debt and financial stress by understanding the inner child's role and protector parts in o...
In this episode of the Artful Dollar, Ryan Roi details an effective Instagram social media marketing strategy to attract clients, nurture leads, and sell tattoos without relying on cringey trends.
This lesson lays out the importance of creating varied content that highlights personal stories, educational insights, and relatable experiences.
By following these strategies, artists can increase their client bookings and stand ou...
In this episode of the Artful Dollar, Ryan Roi discusses the significance of mindset in achieving inner peace, both in your business and life. Ryan explains how external factors like money and clients are not the true cause of stress but rather internal mechanisms and thought patterns.
Ryan shares a recorded lesson from his program, emphasizing the importance of mindset work as a spiritual practice, highlighting how business can...
In this episode of the Artful Dollar Podcast, Ryan sits down with renowned tattoo artist and educator Liz Cook for an inspiring conversation about mindset, overcoming limiting beliefs, and building a thriving career in the tattoo industry.
Liz shares her journey from traditional art education and permanent makeup background to becoming a leader in tattooing and tattoo education.
Learn how mindset, self-worth, and vision shape ...
In this episode of the Artful Dollar Podcast, host Ryan Roi breaks down the dynamic world of marketing, branding, and financial management for tattoo artists with special guest Austin Maples.
Austin talks about the evolving landscape of the tattoo industry, the importance of customer service, establishing a strong brand, and efficient financial strategies for tattoo artists.
Additionally, Austin explains his latest project Ea...
In this intriguing episode of the Artful Dollar, host Ryan Roi explores the controversial topic of emerging robot tattoo machines.
Ryan is joined by Bang, the owner of Bang Bang Tattoos, arguably the most famous tattoo shop in the world. Bang has now partnered with the Austin, TX based company, Black Dot, to employ the first robot tattoo machine.
Together, Ryan and Bang discuss the fears and criticisms surrounding this techno...
In this episode of the Artful Dollar, Ryan Roi discusses the importance of consistency and authenticity in creating content, especially for tattoo artists. Ryan offers critiques and showcases effective Instagram content strategies used by several tattoo artists, emphasizing process videos and personal engagement.
Ryan also reflects on how mindset and emotional relationship with money contribute to business success. The episode e...
In this episode of the Artful Dollar, host Ryan Roi dives into the intricate relationship between time and money, emphasizing the importance of time management for maximizing income.
Ryan shares personal experiences and practical advice for tattoo artists, including the benefits of virtual consultations via Zoom, the importance of using scheduling software, and the concept of peak and off-peak pricing.
By implementing these s...
In this episode of the Artful Dollar Podcast, host Ryan Roi continues to share insights from 'The Richest Man in Babylon' by George S. Clason.
Ryan reads from the book and adds his own thoughts, giving you practical steps to build wealth and financial security.
Learn why budgeting matters, how to start saving and investing, and how to protect and grow your money.
This episode is all about giving you real, actionable advice...
In this episode of the Artful Dollar Podcast, host Ryan Roi explores the powerful concepts from the timeless book 'The Richest Man in Babylon.'
Discover why investing in yourself is the greatest move you can make, and learn actionable steps to ensure your money works for you.
From personal anecdotes to ancient wisdom, this episode inspires you to reflect on your financial habits and take control of your future.
Follow alon...
In this episode of The Artful Dollar Podcast, host Ryan Roi welcomes Lewis Black-Symmetry, a renowned tattoo artist based in Portugal.
Known for his mastery in geometric tattooing and educational contributions, Lewis discusses his journey of merging conceptual modern art with tattooing.
Together they explore topics like client relationships, the significance of trust in tattooing, and Lewis's innovative approach to creating a...
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