Do you ever think of how much more you would be able to accomplish if you only stopped doing EVERYTHING yourself and started delegating some of your tasks to others? Well, if you see yourself more as a business owner vs. a freelancer, chances are the thought has crossed your mind more than once. Delegating…
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Should You Advertise in Illustration Directories?
It’s no doubt that if you’ve been illustrating for any length of time, you’re probably familiar with Illustration Directories. Those highly polished books filled cover to cover with full page display ads of competing illustrators and art reps delivered to upwards of 18,000 art buyers, art directors, creative directors, print producers and other titles responsible…
Your Artist Success Blueprint is Here
Finally! A Simple and Effective Solution To Making More Money This Year As An Artist If you hate making new years resolutions and dread setting goals at the start of the new year because your track record in actually achieving any of them is a bit spotty, I’ve got great news for you! We’ve put…
Q&A Wednesday – Testimonials for Freelancers
Welcome back to another Q&A Wednesday video. Many artists don’t use testimonials much. However, they’re missing out on a great opportunity. Testimonials are one of the most effective (and affordable) marketing tools you can have, plus, a heartfelt testimonial from a happy customer is invaluable. Why? Because having someone ELSE say how wonderful you are…
How To Get Illustration Work – Q&A Wednesday
Welcome to another installment of Q&A Wednesday : ) I must admit, I’m having way too much fun producing these audios. This is like play time. Anyway…. Todays Q&A comes from talented artist, Velicia. Velicia is planning a transition from a full-time job as a training developer, to a career in illustration and design. She…
Networking Tip For Freelancers- Beware The Water Bottle
Here’s a quick tip we discovered during our stay at a recent conference in Orlando, Fl. We have a bit of fun here, but don’t let the hijinks take away from the fact that making this mistake will put a wet chill in any positive first impression you’re trying to make. Recording the video and…
Be the Change-Play A Bigger Game With Your Creative Talents
Just recently got back from a fantastic marketing conference in Orlando, FL that I attended with Bob Ostrom, Aleloop, Mark Simon and a few other good friends. It was great getting out and meeting so many very bright, creative, action oriented people. Some of which we’ll be working together with in the coming months. Clarity…