The best way to predict the future it to create it ourselves...but it couldn't hurt to have a hint or two about which path we should take... If you are like me, hard work comes fast- but slow results make you batty. Often, I have found myself shaking my head to the universe begging for a sign that my persistence and perseverance will result in some sort of pay off. Ever feel that way? Am I on the right path? Should I try going down that path instead? What am I missing? In passed shows we have talked about how we can cut out 80% of our competition just by outlasting everyone else. A shocking 90% of first time home-based businesses fail in the first year because of the … [Read more...]
Parents in the Arts
They say art is a way of life...but can you live it? There are people who have spent their lifetime making sacrifices for their art. Why not do the same for our children, our businesses and our ideal way of life? The "struggling artist" very often gets a bad reputation for being poor, irresponsible, or unclear about what their priorities should be. But consider for a moment what we can learn from this generation's artist. Take away the desire to "make money" and replace it with the desire to "make art" and you'll see exactly how its possible to live beneath your means in a way that makes you happy and filled with joy on a daily basis. Struggling to survive in a bad economy? … [Read more...]
Rise above your Naysayers and stick with the Yaysayers!
We are all capable of changing our mindset. Sometimes we just need the tough love. The kick in the pants. The serious talkin' to. Yep, this is going to be one of those broadcasts. You know, the one where I tell you to step outside of your little bubble, stop blaming others about the less than desirable situation that you are in, and turn that negative energy inside out. Before you decide that I am not talking about you and decide to tune this one out, try doing a little test to see how self aware you really are. Is playing the blame game REALLY productive? It may make you feel better at first, but I promise you there is a better way to overcome obstacles and take … [Read more...]
