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Ask the Photo Business Coach: Should I Get a CPP Certification?

May 31 | By Beate Chelette | Posted in Business of Photography

Tweet In this edition of Ask the Photo Business Coach, I answer the question, “Should I get a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) designation?” I have a strong opinion on the subject. Tweet

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