January 13, 2025 | Episode 105
Balancing Art and Business:
The Secret to Monetizing Your Creativity
Strategies for Thriving in Your Creative Business
Episode 105: How to Balance Art and Business Without Compromising Your Creativity
by Carma Spence | The Author Switch Podcast
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Could writing a book help grow your business without sacrificing creativity? Watch this video to find out! Learn how to:
balance your passion with profitability,set financial goals, andconfidently say no to opportunities that don’t align with your values.Carma covers a wide variety of topics to help you be a successful creative entrepreneur. Including:
overcoming the ‘starving artist’ myth,setting clear business goals,combining creativity with smart business tacticshow to leverage social media,how to handle criticism, andhow to stay resilient during slow periods.Tune in for actionable advice, powerful strategies, and much more!
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00:00 Introduction: Creativity and Business01:17 Balancing Art and Business Mindset01:30 Overcoming the Starving Artist Myth03:07 Defining Your Version of Success05:59 The Art of Saying No09:54 Trusting Your Instincts11:53 Monetizing Your Creativity15:24 Identifying Your Ideal Audience18:31 Marketing Without Selling Out21:02 The Power of Marketing21:16 Storytelling as a Marketing Tool21:29 Sharing Your ‘Why’23:56 Using Relatable Anecdotes26:47 Leveraging Social Media28:46 Choosing the Right Platforms31:50 Overcoming Creative Burnout35:14 Handling Criticism and Feedback38:45 Staying Resilient During Slow Periods40:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Summary of Episode 105: Balancing Art and Business: The Secret to Monetizing Your Creativity:
Do you think writing a book to grow your business compromises your creativity? Watch this video and learn to balance artistic passion with savvy business strategies. Yes, you can thrive as a creative entrepreneur!
In this episode of The Author Switch Podcast, Carma Spence breaks down actionable tips to:
monetize your creativity,overcome the starving artist myth, andalign your creative goals with your financial success.
Learn to master your mindset. Discover marketing techniques and income strategies to fuel creative fulfillment and financial growth. Set creative boundaries and price confidently. This episode provides the tools to build a thriving creative business.
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