Morning Walk with The Artist's Forge

Stories and Stardust

The Artist's Forge — Fri, 08 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Who are you? What narratives do you tell about yourself and others? You are the author of your own story.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to change your perspective and see the big picture
Defining and creating your own unique space to exist in

If you want to learn more about creating stories you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/how-to-develop-a-story

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Maintaining Mental Health

The Artist's Forge — Fri, 01 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Mental health is just as important as physical health. The Artists Forge covers a few techniques that can help you navigate difficult phases.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Grounding practices
knowing when to reach out for help

If you want to learn more about dealing with struggles you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/struggles-both-mental-and-physical

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Why Do You Love the Journey?

The Artist's Forge — Mon, 27 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Goals are just mileposts we reach along the journey. Sometimes it seems like the road turns backwards. How do we find acceptance through every step?

In this episode, you'll learn:

Remembering why you do what you do
Finding time to create for the joy of creating

If you want to learn more about staying motivated you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/staying-motivated

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Dealing with Money Blocks

The Artist's Forge — Thu, 23 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0700

The way we think about value sets up the relationship we have with earning and keeping money. How do we switch into a mindset of growth?

In this episode, you'll learn:

Finding awareness of your limiting beliefs
Taking responsibility for your success

If you want to learn more about managing money you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/beliefs-about-money

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Internal Conflict

The Artist's Forge — Mon, 20 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Conflict and confrontation is to be expected in business, but how do you manage adversity within yourself? Don't let you be your own worst enemy.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Different measurements of progress
Building processes to reach goals
Keeping yourself accountable

If you want to learn more about dealing with struggles you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/struggles-both-mental-and-physical

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Self Confidence

The Artist's Forge — Fri, 17 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Where does confidence come from? How do you push through difficult times and keep investing in yourself?

In this episode, you'll learn:

The importance of trusting yourself
Understanding what you can control vs. what you can't

If you want to learn more about believing in yourself you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/validation

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The Customer Journey

The Artist's Forge — Thu, 09 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0700

What does our business look like from a client's perspective? What should their experience be like? Tune into your customers and identify the value you can add to their lives.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to build a personal connection
Defining your mission statement
Helping customers feel confident in their choice

If you want to learn more about finding your ideal client you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/finding-your-ideal-client

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Pricing Products

The Artist's Forge — Thu, 09 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0700

We know we need to sell things to make the money we need to run our business. How do we come to those numbers?

In this episode, you'll learn:

Methods and formulas for generating a price
Making sure you reach your bottom line
The psychology behind value

If you want to learn more about pricing you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/how-to-price-your-art

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How Do You Consume Art?

The Artist's Forge — Thu, 02 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0700

It's important to observe art forms that are different than our own typical medium. Allow many experiences to come together to create something new.

In this episode, you'll learn:

What to take from the art we consume
How art forms can influence each other
Using all of your senses

If you want to learn more about the value of viewing art you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/why-do-you-look-at-art

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Staying Motivated

The Artist's Forge — Mon, 30 May 2022 09:00:00 -0700

It can be difficult to stay motivated to make the art that we love, whether we're doing it as a job or a hobby.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to get started
Remembering your why
Preventing burnout

If you want to learn more about motivation you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/staying-motivated-to-create

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When is the Right Time to Quit?

The Artist's Forge — Thu, 19 May 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Quitting doesn't always have to be a loss. Sometimes quitting is the next best step. How do we decide to let go?

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to identify when things need to change
The difference between giving up and evolving

If you want to learn more about starting over you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/phoenixing-why-do-we-burn-it-all-down

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Dealing With Fear

The Artist's Forge — Thu, 19 May 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Fear is a natural feeling we all experience, but we can learn to use it to our advantage instead of our detriment.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Addressing factors that are within our control
Accepting fear and moving through it in a conscious way
Recognizing real versus perceived threats

If you want to learn more about confronting hardship you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/internal-struggles

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Finding Inspiration

The Artist's Forge — Mon, 16 May 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Creativity comes from the sum of many influences. Where do you look to come up with something new?

In this episode, you'll learn:

Writing down your ideas
Letting your thoughts flow
Following your feelings

If you want to learn more about how to source ideas, you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/are-new-experiences-needed-in-art

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Scaling a Business

The Artist's Forge — Fri, 13 May 2022 09:00:00 -0700

When we decide that we want more business or more income or more time, how do we build that framework?

In this episode, you'll learn:

Defining the requirements and timeline to attain your goals
Establishing management systems
Knowing your numbers

If you want to learn more about business structures you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/mba-how-to-structure-your-business

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What Do You Need to Stop Doing?

The Artist's Forge — Mon, 09 May 2022 09:00:00 -0700

We talk a lot about what we should start doing, but sometimes we need to cut things out to make room for what's good for us.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to accept imperfection
How to reframe your mindset for growth

If you want to learn more about building and breaking habits you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/habits

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Habits

The Artist's Forge — Thu, 05 May 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Our brains are wired to create and save patterns that we use over and over again. How do we build habits that help us and break those that aren't serving us?

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to lump tasks together to accomplish more
Setting intentions to support your actions

If you want to learn more about breaking out of the mold you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/are-new-experiences-needed-in-art

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How to Develop a Story

The Artist's Forge — Wed, 04 May 2022 09:00:00 -0700

The story you are trying to communicate becomes the blueprint for creating your project. Understanding what you or your client want to convey is crucial to success.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Identifying your audience and their perceptions
Pinpointing recognizable symbols
Staying consistent through multiple channels

If you want to learn more about the stories we tell you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/stories-and-stardust

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Why Do You Look at Art?

The Artist's Forge — Tue, 03 May 2022 09:00:00 -0700

As creators we are removed from the experience of being part of an audience. There are numerous reasons we should give ourselves the opportunity to step back into that role.

In this episode, you'll learn:

The social and communicative aspects of art
How to fine-tune your own artistic vision

If you want to learn more about sharing your opinions on art, you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/how-to-give-meaningful-art-critiques

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Planning for Retirement

The Artist's Forge — Mon, 02 May 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Our bodies won't let us hustle forever. What does retirement look like for artists?

In this episode, you'll learn:

Adapting your roles as life changes
Setting incremental goals
How to use your money to make more money

If you want to learn more about money management you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/healthy-relationship-with-money

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The Importance of Originality

The Artist's Forge — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Sometimes we are shunned for our originality and other times we are praised. How do we balance trends with risking the creation of something different?

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to find fulfillment in your own ideas
How to build upon concepts that already exist

If you want to learn more about building self confidence you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/selfconfidence

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Growth As An Artist

The Artist's Forge — Tue, 26 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Should we be constantly striving to grow and improve? Or should we stick with what we know works? How do we measure our growth?

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to set intentions
How to recognize all the elements that contribute to growth
How to lean into fear to make room for expansion

If you want to learn more about fear of success you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/fear-of-success

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Work Life Balance

The Artist's Forge — Mon, 25 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -0700

No matter the position or title, it can be difficult to keep your job and personal life separate. It seems like there's always more to do and never enough time. However, time away from work is just as valuable to your success as the work itself.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Setting rules around how much time and energy you spend on work
Designating separate spaces for work and spaces for rest
Finding a personal system that minimizes stress in all areas of life
Accepting that some tasks can wait

If you want to learn more about dealing with overwhelm you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/dealing-with-overwhelm

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Validation

The Artist's Forge — Fri, 22 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Everyone wants to know that their work and ideas are well received. From where do we seek this validation? Can we get it from within rather than from external sources?

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to seek a healthy relationship with validation
How to allow validation to be secondary to your true purpose

If you want to learn more about receiving criticism you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/how-to-interpret-critique-becoming-a-better-artist

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Are You An Artist or Craftsman?

The Artist's Forge — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Is there a distinction? Are they one in the same? Can you be both at different times?

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to define and communicate your practice
Valuing your work outside of labels
Establishing an identity through messaging

If you want to learn more about communicating a brand message you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/brand-scripts-for-artists

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Boundaries

The Artist's Forge — Wed, 20 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Where do we draw lines between different parts of our lives? How do we decide what outside influences we allow to affect us?

In this episode, you'll learn:

Practicing awareness can help distinguish what's really important
The value of taking time to disconnect from the more challenging parts of life

If you want to learn more about building a philosophy for your business you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/creating-a-business-philosophy

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Maintaining Business Outreach on Platforms

The Artist's Forge — Tue, 19 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Building a brand depends on getting people to notice you, and then getting them to take action. In a world where attention is so divided, how do we keep our audience interested? How do we make sure we're in control of our own narrative?

In this episode, you'll learn:

Diversifying the way you connect to your audience
Increasing community engagement
Using platforms to direct customers to your central home base

If you want to learn more about marketing you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/introduction-to-marketing

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Why Your Ideas Are Worthless

The Artist's Forge — Mon, 18 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -0700

The value of an idea is hard to quantify. Often people can have the same ideas, and there is no way to entirely determine where an idea originates. What is valuable is the actuation of your intellectual property.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Opening your ideas to evolution and growth
How to own your ideas through execution
The stipulations of ownership

If you want to learn more about bringing ideas to fruition you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/living-in-the-process

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Are New Experiences Needed in Art?

The Artist's Forge — Thu, 14 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Art, both individually and culturally, is always evolving. We create art in the frame of reference we've constructed from our experiences. As new events occur, it creates the possibility for new art to emerge.

In this episode, you'll learn:

how to gain visual literacy
challenging your perspective
balancing what you know with what you learn

If you want to learn more about developing ideas you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/how-to-develop-artistic-ideas

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Is Talent a Real Thing?

The Artist's Forge — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Everyone has to work hard to improve their skills, but some creators seem to stand out among the crowd. What is the determining factor that launches someone to notoriety?

In this episode, you'll learn:

How perceptions shape our expectations
Using your circumstances to your advantage

If you want to learn more about valuing your own skills you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/imposter-syndrome

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Capturing Emotion in Art

The Artist's Forge — Mon, 04 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -0700

The act of creation is a great way to channel energy. How do we communicate the emotions that we or our clients are feeling through an artistic medium?

In this episode, you'll learn:

Using practical techniques to portray feeling
Creating an intention or story to express visually
Providing a safe environment for emotions

If you want to learn more about using emotions as tools you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/using-emotions-as-tools

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Using Emotions As Tools

The Artist's Forge — Fri, 01 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -0700

How do we reconcile complex emotions with our work? Maybe they can support each other.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Channelling feelings through creativity
Being present through the ups and downs

If you want to learn more about building self confidence you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/selfconfidence

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Struggles Both Mental and Physical

The Artist's Forge — Thu, 31 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -0700

As much as we'd like it, running a business doesn't mean having all wins all the time. There will always be periods when we question how or if we'll make it through the difficulties. But these challenges can also help us and our businesses reach their potential in the long run.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Seeing the ups and downs from a neutral perspective
Sharing your struggles with the community that supports you

If you want to learn more about staying motivated you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/staying-motivated-to-create

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Dealing With Overwhelm

The Artist's Forge — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -0700

It's easy to get overwhelmed when balancing your art with business management. Multi-tasking is important, but you can only put so much on your plate at once.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Setting manageable goals
How to organize your time

If you want to learn more about goal setting and discipline you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/discipline-and-goals

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Stories and Stardust

The Artist's Forge — Tue, 29 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Who are we and how do create our identities? The stories we tell ourselves about who we are influence who we believe ourselves to be, so why aren't we telling ourselves better stories?

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How to Develop Artistic Ideas

The Artist's Forge — Mon, 21 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Artists don't often struggle to come up with ideas, but developing those ideas into something worth creating that represents us and communicates our ideas effectively, isn't as easy.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Ways to create a process for idea development
Using different techniques for ideation like sketching or journaling
Important points to consider during idea development including shape language, color, angle, composition, light quality and color, etc.
How to get feedback during the development process

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Should You Quit?

The Artist's Forge — Thu, 17 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -0700

There are times when we need to change direction, and that's nothing to be ashamed of. But how do we know when?

Listen to real artists talk about the changes they made, and how they knew when it was time to quit.

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Staying Motivated to Create

The Artist's Forge — Tue, 08 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -0700

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Create A Customer Journey

The Artist's Forge — Mon, 07 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -0700

What will your customers experience when they work with you and your business? When looking at customer experience, it is important to see that through the lens of the Customer Journey: how they find you, contact you, speak with you, receive their products, and deal with any troubles that might arise.

Customer journeys can be crafted and curated to support the purpose of the business and ensure that working with you is a pleasure for your clients instead of a chore.

In this episode, you'll learn:

What constitutes a customer journey
How customer journeys are created
How to finesse your customer journey to make it suit your business
How your customer journey can help you stand out in your market

If you want to learn more about Mastering the Business of Art, start here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm

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How to Price Your Art

The Artist's Forge — Mon, 28 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Pricing artwork is a constant struggle for artists. In this discussion as part of The Artist's Forge MBA, you'll hear several different artists explain their pricing processes and break down how they sell their art to run profitable businesses.

In this episode, you'll learn:

Methods for meeting your bottom line as part of every sale
How to think of overhead costs and markups
How to value the product
Why consistency across product lines is important
How to think about structuring the sale

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How to Build a Pricing Structure

The Artist's Forge — Fri, 25 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Deciding on how to price your work and what to charge has always been a difficult prospect for artists: what is our worth work, and how much are people willing to pay? What does, "charge what you're worth" even mean in practical terms?

In this episode, you'll learn a simple method for pricing your work in a way that is profitable and sustainable, including:

How to define your salary
Figuring out the cost of doing business
Creating a pricing structure based on the unique business you run and your longterm goals

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Creating a Business Plan

The Artist's Forge — Thu, 24 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0700

A business plan can become a roadmap that helps artists get their business feet under them and point the right direction. Not only does the process help you clarify what your goals are, but it also helps you take yourself seriously as a business person.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to approach a business plan
What to include in a business plan
What to include in your market research

If you want to learn more about Mastering the Business of Art, you can find it here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/beliefs-about-money

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What Are You Selling?

The Artist's Forge — Wed, 23 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0700

What we sell as artists is so much more than the physical product, it is the experience our customers have when they interact with our work. Before we can sell work successfully, we must know what benefit our customers receive from that experience, and what physical or digital product best helps deliver that experience.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to figure out what you're actually selling
How to choose products and services that support the core of your brand & business model
The importance of knowing yourself and choosing products you are passionate about
How listening to client preferences can help you narrow down your products

If you want to learn more about Mastering the Business of Art you can find the start of the series here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm/episode/beliefs-about-money

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Finding Your Ideal Client

The Artist's Forge — Tue, 22 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0700

In order to sell your work, you need to find the right clients, but how? Learning what you have to offer and what problems you can solve is the first step. The next step is telling the right people.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to create the avatar of an ideal client
How to discover where to find your ideal client
How to create marketing copy that speaks to your ideal client
How to identify customer pain points

If you want to learn more about marketing you can find it here: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/1b0a772c-6fd1-4462-bb2b-44f3217682c3

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Introduction to Marketing

The Artist's Forge — Mon, 21 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Marketing is in almost everything we do as artists. The posts we share, the networking events we attend, the art we make, and even what we wear. How can artists approach marketing so they create a memorable brand that communicates effectively to their target markets?

If you want to learn more about Mastering the Business of Art, you can begin the entire, month-long series here: https://morning-walk-with-the-artists-forge.captivate.fm

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What Business Are You Building

The Artist's Forge — Mon, 14 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0700

How is your business going to add value to the marketplace? What niche will you fill, what problems will you solve, and how will running a business that serves those needs make your life better, not just in earning an income, but in meeting your individual needs? Having clarity around those answers will help guide you in assembling the nuts and bolts of your business so the structure you build not only serves the needs of your customer but makes your life better.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to find a niche
How the structure of your business can support the value you add to the market
That the value you give as an artist is related to the emotional and psychological needs being filled and not necessarily the physical product they're buying.
How to structure your business around the value proposition

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How to Structure Your Business

The Artist's Forge — Wed, 09 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Business structure determines how a business will run, what our daily lives will look like as we complete tasks, and what our client's experience will be. The good news is that building the framework for a business can be highly individualized to suit the needs of the artist and clients they're trying to serve.

So how can artists assess their needs so they can think about business structure in a way that serves them?

In this episode, you'll hear:

The mistakes artists have made when structuring their businesses
How to find business structures that work for you
How to take bits and pieces from successful models and use them for yourself
How to learn from resistance when your structure isn't working

If you want to learn more about business structure, you can start the journey with the Artist's Forge MBA here: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/d5e54564-a45f-4ceb-ab30-514f227fa46a

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Business Structures for Artists

The Artist's Forge — Mon, 07 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Before you can start a business, you need to know what the legal structure of your business will be. Your decision should be based on which legal structure best suits the life you want to live and the way you want to run your business. Does it make more sense to be a sole proprietor, or do you need the tax breaks and protections of an LLC?

In this episode, you'll learn what these types of business structures are, and how they work for artists:

Sole proprietor
LLC
S-Corp

Make sure you read all the local and regional regulations pertaining to business types in your area.

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Creating a Business Philosophy

The Artist's Forge — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Why does your business exist? Of course, it exists to make money, but how is it adding value to the market and to your life as an artist? Having a philosophy of business helps you find the right direction for your business and ensures you stay on course, creating value for your clients in a way that matters to you.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to dig deep and find your own philosophy-one that aligns with your values
How your philosophy should grow and change as you grow and change
How you can use your philosophy as a compass to keep you on course

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Building a Healthy Relationship with Money

The Artist's Forge — Thu, 03 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Time is a finite resource, money is not.

It's easy to see what an unhealthy relationship with money looks like, but what are the hallmarks of a healthy relationship? Artists trying to turn their art into a business need to know how to think about, handle, and relate emotionally to the process of earning and spending money.

In this episode, you'll hear artists talk about:

The difference between obsessing over money and monitoring money
Money as an infinite resource
Chasing money vs generating money
Money as a facilitator, not a goal

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Your Narratives About Money

The Artist's Forge — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0700

What do we say to ourselves about money? Our internal narratives around money can be great catalysts to look a bit deeper and figure out what beliefs we have that are stopping us from having a healthy relationship with money.

We might think things like: money is evil, rich people are selfish, nobody will ever pay our asking price, I'll never have enough money to be safe and comfortable, or our market can't sustain the prices we need to charge.

In this episode about our internal narratives, we break down the thoughts we have about money that don't serve us, and how we can challenge and change them with the goal of having a more profitable relationship with money.

Your Beliefs About Money

The Artist's Forge — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0700

The reason business exists is to provide a living while adding value to people's lives, and money is the grease that makes that wheel go 'round. So before we can talk about business, we need to talk about money, how we relate to it, and understand that our beliefs about money will affect our ability to run profitable businesses that grow and add value, not only to the lives of our customers but to our lives, as well.

So what can we learn from our beliefs, and how can we change or build them so we can have a healthy relationship with money?

Living in the Process

The Artist's Forge — Wed, 26 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Reaching goals only lasts for a few moments, but the journey we take toward the goal is what makes up our day-to-day lives. So how do we learn to appreciate the journey--to build a life for ourselves that we love--while chasing our dreams?

Dealing with Perfectionism

The Artist's Forge — Tue, 25 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0700

If you have ever felt like you cannot create or share art because it will never be perfect, this conversation is for you.

Too many artists who could be creating and sharing beautiful, meaningful work, are hamstrung by the need to have perfect work. But this is something artists can overcome if they approach it right and change the internal narratives around the work they create.

Fear of Success

The Artist's Forge — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Learn to stop sabotaging yourself so you can walk into success with confidence.

Why do some artists fear success and sabotage their careers? All of us are comfortable with the familiar experiences of day-to-day life, but success has the tendency to change everything--forcing us to be uncomfortable as we grow--and require more from us than we are afraid we're willing to give.

Our assumptions of what success looks like, and the fear of not meeting expectations can motivate us to give up before we can take the steps that will get us there.

Imposter Syndrome

The Artist's Forge — Fri, 21 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0700

What does imposter syndrome sound like for artists? Well, if you have ever said these things to yourself, you’ve probably experienced it.

“I don’t have any real talent.”
“If people ever saw my process, they’d realize that I’m a fraud.”
“I can’t believe these artists are talking to me, they would totally ignore me if they knew what a hack I am.”

Imposter Syndrome, and the accompanying feelings, can be difficult to navigate. It is common and a normal experience for many artists, but it doesn’t have to control you or become a daily part of your reality.

Internal Struggles

The Artist's Forge — Thu, 20 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Internal struggles are something every artist is familiar with. The vulnerability, the expectations of clients, the scrutiny, the pressure, and the negative self-talk can be overwhelming. So how do we handle those struggles when they arise?

Phoenixing: Why Do We Burn it All Down?

The Artist's Forge — Wed, 19 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Many artists reinvent themselves over time, whether it’s to explore new ideas or to capture new clients. But what is really going on inside of us when we burn everything down to the ground?

Conflict Management: Educating Your Clients

The Artist's Forge — Tue, 18 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0700

It's important for artists to know how to manage conflict with their customers, but avoiding confrontation through education and expectation management can limit conflicts in the first place.

In today's podcast, you'll hear how artistic business people handle client education to avoid conflict in the long term.

Finding Common Ground

The Artist's Forge — Fri, 14 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Confrontation is a fact of life, but there are ways to deal with confrontation that allow us to work toward solutions as allies rather than enemies. It requires putting aside your ego, having empathy for the other party, and recognizing that both parties are far more alike than they are different. It requires a lot of internal work, but the end result is that two people are now looking for a solution that benefits both, rather than trying to prove they are right to get their own way.

Being Right vs Being Effective

The Artist's Forge — Thu, 13 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0700

In dealing with confrontation it's important to have expectations and know what a resolution will look like. In those cases, being effective is more important than being right.

Dealing with Confrontation

The Artist's Forge — Wed, 12 Jan 2022 10:00:00 -0700

How do you handle conflict and confrontation when it inevitably arises? Is it possible to approach confrontation from the perspective of turning it into something constructive? It is if we can account for our own biases and set an intention beforehand. Listen to real artists talk about how they approach confrontation and learn what techniques you can take and apply to your own experiences.

Brand Scripts for Artists

The Artist's Forge — Tue, 11 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Learn how the right messaging can help potential clients connect with your brand in an authentic way that drives conversion.

Social Media for Artists: Part Three

The Artist's Forge — Mon, 10 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0700

What specific tactics can artists use to make the most of social media?

Social Media for Artists: Part Two

The Artist's Forge — Fri, 07 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Learn practical ways to approach social media, tools to make the experience more streamlined, things to consider when you collaborate with other creators, and how you can break up pieces of content to be repurposed on multiple channels.

How to Approach Social Media; Part One

The Artist's Forge — Thu, 06 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Marketing via social media can seem like an overwhelming prospect. What do we post, on which platform, and how do we take advantage of the current algorithms? More importantly, how do we even develop social media strategies for our artist's brands? In this introduction to social media, learn how successful artists use platforms effectively.

Building Self Confidence

The Artist's Forge — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0700

Creating art is a vulnerable practice that exposes artists to judgment on a regular basis, and it can be incredibly difficult to maintain healthy self-esteem. In this episode of Morning Walk with The Artist's Forge, you'll hear how a group of artists and business people manage their own confidence and how they build their self-worth through habits, thought patterns, and mindful practice.

Falling in Love with the Journey

The Artist's Forge — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 10:00:00 -0700

How much of our daily lives to we ignore as we chase down our goals? How do we stay in love with our journey as artists, business people, and human beings when things get rough? Come discuss these questions with members of the Artist's Forge as we dig deep into what it means to build a life you love living.

Discipline and Goals

The Artist's Forge — Wed, 29 Dec 2021 09:00:00 -0700

How do artists build the kind of discipline and habits that make them successful? In this live recording, the members of The Artist's Forge talk about the psychology and physiology of building habits, and how thinking about discipline differently will make artist's more creative, prolific, and productive.

How to Interpret Critique: Becoming a Better Artist

The Artist's Forge — Mon, 27 Dec 2021 12:00:00 -0700

It's not always easy to receive critique, but hearing what people think and feel when they see our art is critical to growing as an artist. In this episode of Morning Walk, the members of The Artist's Forge talk about how to receive critique and grow from it.

How to Give Meaningful Art Critiques

The Artist's Forge — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 14:00:00 -0700

In this live recording, you'll learn how artists can give meaningful, helpful critique and how both giving and receiving critique can improve critical artistic skills like visual literacy and communication.