In order to own your goal . . . Make it specific with as many details as you can muster. Don’t forget the deadlines. Write it down. Post it where you can see it. Tell someone. Anyone. The mere act of saying it out loud helps to make it real. See more on goals below […]
When you’re writing down your goals for your art career and business, consider these areas: Production (# of artworks you make) Quality (improvement in your work) Exhibitions (festivals, galleries, museums, local, another city . . . ) Teaching Assignments (classes, workshops, demonstrations, institutions) Leadership Roles (arts or community organizations) Published Work (newspapers, magazines, books) Writing
Everyone knows that goals are important for career and business success. So we write them out, post them on the wall and hope they come true. If you want to get real about your goals–REALLY real–you’ll take the time to figure out how you’re going to do it. As a start, break down your goal
Reach Your Specific Goal for Art Sales Read
I often wonder if what I’m teaching artists stresses perfection too much and doesn’t allow for experimentation. Today’s newsletter from David Allen (whose book is featured in the left column) was right on target: Productivity Principle no. 89 Perfection and productivity are mutually exclusive. One of the most powerful forces promoting procrastination is not necessarily
Perfection Isn’t the Goal Read
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