Tag Archives: artist entrepreneur
A Business of One
Entrepreneur is a word that can trip some actors up. I am an artist myself and I never used the word “entrepreneur”, until I was already well into my first business venture. I wish, however, that I had been exposed … Continue reading
Burn Your Boat.
If you are toying with engaging in a new lifestyle, career, artistic endeavor or life opportunity, I urge you to say yes. But, if you decide to instigate this process of change in your life,
Living Heroically
What’s a Hero? A hero is an individual who serves a cause that is bigger than just oneself. Common qualities of heroism are: Meaning: Meaning has a way of
Should I Become an Entrepreneur? Your First Test.
Why do people become entrepreneurs? Some choose to go on the adventure. Some are thrust into it, as they are most able to lead a cause and movement. Others may feel that the job market is so bad, that they … Continue reading
It’s All About The Plan
Want to increase your chances of making a living in the arts? Want to create your own business or serve as a “business of one”? Want to make an impact on the world? First you need a plan.
No Inspiration like a Gun to the Head
Do you have large scale visions? Is there something you are just dying to accomplish but you lack the inspiration, the motivation to accomplish that goal? If so, I recommend you find your proverbial gun to the head. Of course, … Continue reading
A Marriage of Art & Entrepreneurship
In training students to be Arts Entrepreneurs, it is vital that one never lose sight of the artistic component. Our talents and tools (techniques) rust like farm tools left out in the rain, if not consistently used. If we go … Continue reading
Off the Cuff Advice for Arts Entrepreneurs:
I like to ask, “What if’s?” of myself, as it puts me into a mind frame of imagination. Today’s “What if Moment” invites the following: What if I were to give arts entrepreneurs some small, but important pieces of advice, … Continue reading
What About Venture Capital?
Many artistic entrepreneurs will consider seeking venture capital to launch their business, to grow their business or to rebrand. But is venture capital the way to go? For most, this will be an enormously challenging endeavor, perhaps one of the … Continue reading