This work ethic is what many children of wealth lack.

You are not alone!

Do read “Do You” by Russell Simons.

You are a hero. Thank you for all you do to debunk the ‘starving artist’ myth. I am currently taking your Creative Live course and love it!

My question is: What are the books you require artists you mentor to read? So far I’ve discerned these: Man’s Search for Meaning, Do You, Blue Ocean Strategy, and Tribe.

Thank you in advance. Keep up the awesome and inspiring work!

Best,
Ani

Thank you so much for posting this. This is exactly what I needed to hear. I haven’t been able to have my art enterprise replace my day job just yet. It hurts when I compare myself to wealthy art school students that I’ve met, who don’t have to have day jobs like me, since their parents foot the bill. Your post reminded me that I need to stay focused on my own life, being present with where I am today and what I need to do for my situation personally. I really believe that doing so will help me get to where I want to be.

It really helped to hear this from someone as successful and smart as you. It helps to know that I’m not alone. Thank you so much for doing what you do. Looking forward to next week’s post!

Sincerely,
GS

Now I can say I have all those things, and more importantly with this growth I know there is more. As I go along I will refine my message, my works, and do even greater things!

Unfortunately I can’t possibly give you a useful answer to such a big question within the space of this rectangle.

But my sense is that you have the cart before the horse because what you did not mention is your mission and your unique value proposition.

You absolutely must know this in order for you to find your tribe.

If you are really struggling with this you should considerer applying for one-on-one mentoring.

https://artistswhothrive.com/get-coached/

Kindly,

Ann

I was so inspired and energized by your Creative Live course, but I’m having difficulty identifying my “tribe” because as a video producer, videographer and editor, my works have ranged from a Catholic school promo video to engineering to martial arts. So because I don’t want to limit myself to only doing one type of video for one type of audience or market, do I look to find the type of client that would favor my “style” of a more personal approach to the subject matter and devoted attention of being a “one man” operation?

Thank you so much for your time,

Steve

It depends on where your existing clients hang out.

However, social media is just a place to have a “conversation.”

You must first know who you are, what you have to say, who you want to speak to, and you must speak to people in the context that is right for the platform.

Make sense?

Ann