How to Promote Your Business Without Sounding Like a Commercial

We know as artists that we’re business people, too. We need to sell in order to continue creating and thriving as entrepreneurs. Art school never really gives us the tools to do it properly so we rely on reason and technique to get us through to the next project -rarely do we know how to do this successfully.

This week, I’ve invited Lisa Braithwaite, a Public Speaking and Presentation Skills Coach, to guide us on how we can move through our own awkwardness and embrace self-promotion with aplomb.

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Here’s to Cultivating Your Creative Independence

Tip: How to Embed a YouTube Video Link on Your Facebook Page

Want to share your art or artist video on your Facebook Fan page? It’s quick and painless -I promise! I’ve outlined a quick and dirty tutorial on how to do this with ease.

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Do You Know the Difference Between Brand & Branding?

After many years of learning how branding affects my business, I’ve written an article comparing brand to branding for artists & galleries. This will demystify the marketing jargon and show you how to cultivate affection from your customers and manage your brand.

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How to Comment & Why It’s Good for Business

Do you think commenting on blogs are for know-it-alls? Do you think the World doesn’t need to read your opinion? Are you still struggling with crafting a clever comment?

You’re Not Alone.

I’ve written a new blog post guiding the shy and introverted on making comments on blogs. Please join us and compel yourself to make a comment -there’s definitely a win in it for you!

How to Comment & Why It’s Good for Business
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INDIECreatives: I vs We

Are you still struggling with “I” vs “We” when it comes to identifying yourself as an INDIECreative? Do you think your customers won’t take you seriously when you tell them that it’s just you who makes your product? You’ll be surprised. In this article, Lisa shows sole-proprietors how to embrace being small. Read more on I vs We