ICONIQ MINDSET PODCAST

In this episode, we talk to two fantastic guests, Joey Chavez & Elvis from "Trusted Tattoo." They have helped innovate the tattooing experience approach with "BodyArtBus," a mobile tattoo shop that caters to all events and has been featured in the renowned show "Ink Master" & has had the presence of famous pop star "Katie Perry." They also have teame...

In this episode, we discuss the innovations behind AI technology and mid-journey and how they can potentially change the tattooing game. Will it take our jobs away or make it easier for us to produce quality work at a fast time? Let's find out!  The IQ Project Podcast is about tattoo culture, entrepreneurship, and running the best studio in The Inland Empire Of Southern California. Use Mid jo...

In this episode,  we introduce our new resident artist! We talk about our goals for the new year! The reality of becoming a tattoo artist is not what you think, Ricky's daughter is beginning to follow in his footsteps, and Josh is planning to run a marathon! The IQ Project Podcast is about tattoo culture, entrepreneurship, and running the best studio in The Inland Empire Of Southern Californi...

In this episode, we interview one of our new collectors, Andrew, a first responder who decided to choose our shop for his first tattoo. He felt our team made him feel at home and respected, unlike the number of studios that made him feel like another number.  The IQ Project Podcast is about tattoo culture, entrepreneurship, and running the best studio in The Inland Empire Of Southern California. F...

In this episode, we discuss the challenges of getting comfortable and what helps us understand what we need to do when we reach comfort and what we need to do to grow as business owners in the tattoo industry.  The IQ Project Podcast is about tattoo culture, entrepreneurship, and running the best studio in The Inland Empire Of Southern California. Follow Us On IG & Tik Tok  https://www.instagr...

In This  The IQ Project Podcast is about tattoo culture, entrepreneurship, and running the best studio in The Inland Empire Of Southern California. Follow Us On IG & Tik Tok  https://www.instagram.com/Iconiq_tattoostudio/ https://www.instagram.com/theiqprojectpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@theiqprojectpodcast FIVE STARS on Yelp!  https://www.yelp.com/biz/iconiq-tattoo-studio-fontana Visit Ou...

In this episode, the guys talk about what it's like to build your brand in the tattoo industry and what it takes to stay on top of your game in today's world with the engagement of social media and marketing.  The IQ Project Podcast is about tattoo culture, entrepreneurship, and running the best studio in The Inland Empire Of Southern California. Follow Us On IG & Tik Tok  https://ww...

In this episode, the guys discuss what 2023 may bring us and how we think we should prepare for the possible upcoming recession! We talk about marketing strategies, what we believe could happen and what to avoid if it does happen.  The IQ Project Podcast is about tattoo culture, entrepreneurship, and running the best studio in The Inland Empire Of Southern California. Follow Us On IG & Tik Tok...

This episode details the importance of starting a community for your brand as a tattoo artist and what building a community can get you. Also, we discuss the first annual "Iconiq Tattoo Studio Client Appreciation Halloween Party!"  The IQ Project Podcast is about tattoo culture, entrepreneurship, and running the best studio in The Inland Empire Of Southern California. Follow Us On IG &am...

In this episode, we interview Hector. Z founder & host of Decision Podcast, a growing Spanish podcast that focuses on Latino community entrepreneurship. In his experience, Hector has learned that podcasting has brought him out of his shell and has taught him a lot of the power of podcasting!  The IQ Project Podcast is about tattoo culture, entrepreneurship, and running the best studio in The I...

In this episode, we interview Toto, known as "Tattoo Long Beach." He discusses his success in the tattoo industry. What it took for him to get to the point he is now & what it takes to become a successful tattoo artist in Orange County.  The IQ Project Podcast is about tattoo culture, entrepreneurship, and running the best studio in The Inland Empire Of Southern California. Follow Us...

In this episode, we interview an Inland Empire tattoo artist and owner of "Bridge City Tattoo" in Rialto, Ca. He shares his influences to pursue becoming a tattoo artist and what lead him to create and own Bridge City Tattoo. The IQ Project Podcast is about tattoo culture, entrepreneurship, and running the best studio in The Inland Empire Of Southern California. Follow Us On IG & Tik...

In this episode, we talk about how we, as artists, tend to notice people's tattoos in public and how we feel about them. Is it just a tattoo artist, then?! Or does everyone do it!?  The IQ Project Podcast is about tattoo culture, entrepreneurship, and running the best studio in The Inland Empire Of Southern California. Follow Us On IG   https://www.instagram.com/Iconiq_tattoostudio/ https://w...

In this episode, the guys discuss who influences them to grow, learn, and achieve in life and as an artist. The conversation gets heated when Ricky finds out someone doesn't like GaryVee. The IQ Project Podcast is about tattoo culture, entrepreneurship, and running the best studio in The Inland Empire Of Southern California. Follow Us On IG   https://www.instagram.com/Iconiq_tattoostudio/ htt...

 In this episode, we interview our new apprentice, James(inkbyjamess). We discuss the journey of working at our shop as an apprentice. The big step in leaving a working apprentice job and what his following ten-year goals are so he can be the best in the tattoo industry! The IQ Project Podcast is about tattoo culture, entrepreneurship, and running the best studio in The Inland Empire Of Southern C...

In the IQ Project Podcast episode, we interview podcaster, Luis Verduzco from A Toast To Life Podcast. He talks about what it took to begin a podcast, the struggles to continue, and his goal to share it with the world through his platform. The IQ Project Podcast is about tattoo culture, entrepreneurship, and running the best studio in The Inland Empire Of Southern California. Follow Us On IG   htt...

In this episode of the IQ Project Podcast, we interview tattoo artist and painter Ignacio Flores. Being driven by his passion for art, Ignacio faces many challenges that make it diffcult to purpose his dream as an artist. In some cases, life-threatening experiences that later on lead to the opportunity of a lifetime!  The IQ Project Podcast is a podcast hosted by Rickytatt, Joshade12, and Romeosha...

The guys discuss the importance of "planting your seeds" and how creating those connections with your current and new clients can help push you and your artwork to the next level in the tattoo industry.  The IQ Project Podcast is a podcast hosted by Rickytatt, Joshade12, and Romeoshades about the tattoo industry, entrepreneurship, and running a tattoo studio in The Inland Empire Of South...

The guys talk about how Lil Uzi Vert and other elite people have paid $200,000 for a tattoo! The state of where the tattoo industry is currently with the new waves of getting tattoos while you sleep!? And how getting a tattoo can become a unique symbol of luxury when you pay the BIG $$$$! The IQ Project Podcast is a podcast hosted by Rickytatt, Joshade12, and Romeoshades about the tattoo industry,...

We interview Richie Montez, a tattoo and digital artist with over 25 years of experience. Richie has traveled the world and worked alongside renowned tattoo artists like Mister Cartoon and Niko Hurtado & currently working with famous tattoo artist Roman Abrego out of Artist Element In Yucaipa, California.     The IQ Project Podcast is a podcast hosted by Rickytatt, Joshade12, and Romeoshades a...

In this episode, the guys discuss the controversy of using a "CPL (circular polarizer/linear) Filter" on finished tattoo photos. Is it a form of cheating or editing, or does it help your tattoo photos stand out?! Where do you stand!? The IQ Project Podcast is a podcast hosted by Rickytatt, Joshade12, and Romeoshades about the tattoo industry, entrepreneurship, and running a tattoo studio...

In this episode, the guys touch base on understanding confidence and how it can change who you are as an artist. Learning to trust the process and the growing confidence can gain you.  The IQ Project Podcast is a podcast hosted by Rickytatt, Joshade12, and Romeoshades about the tattoo industry, entrepreneurship, and running a tattoo studio in Southern California. Follow Us On IG   https://www.inst...

We interview Camilo Tuero, a tattoo artist for over 20 years, originally from Peru, now based out of Brazil. He owns and runs a tattoo studio called "Monsters House Tattoo" in São Paulo, Brazil. Known for his "Realism" style of art, Camilo now travels the world, meeting and working with like-minded individuals passionate about art and the positive recognition of being a tattoo...

We interview Tattoo Artist & Social Media Influencer Hershell Carrasco, "RockRollG," based out of Orange County. Hershell is part of many individuals in the tattoo industry that are paving the way in social media for tattoo artists. Having the opportunity to tattoo many know celebrities and social media personals. Hershell talks about how he started tattooing and what keeps him going...

In this episode, we interview the owner of MBM Credit Solutions. We discuss the importance of having good credit and how it can benefit you as a tattoo artist interested in opening up their own shop or studio! We also touch base on solutions to keep a good credit score and potential home buying!  The IQ Project Podcast is a podcast hosted by Rickytatt, Joshade12, and Romeoshades about the tattoo i...