Michael Nova, the founder of Nova Custom Label Printing, came up with the idea after realizing the need for assistance with the business side of music for independent artists. He quit his job, connected with vendors, and started offering services to musicians, eventually branching out into other industries and serving major corporations. He prioritized customer satisfaction and built a reliable network of vendors to ensure the success of his clients.

How much they make: $180K/year
How much did it cost to start: $2K
Current team size: 1

How I Turned My Career As A Musician Into A $180K/Year Custom Printing Business

Learn how Michael Nova went from being a musician to starting a $180k/year custom printing business by offering exceptional customer service, building strong vendor partnerships, and prioritizing the long-term success of his clients.

About

Michael started NOVA CUSTOM PRINTING over 28 years ago

Revenue

Michael grew the business to $15K/month

Costs

It cost Michael $2000 to start the business

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