Episode 48: Overcoming the starving artist myth

Jul 23, 2018

'Is it even possible to make a living doing that?' 'Oh your lucky you must have a rich husband?'

I think we've all heard a question or comment like this since we've started our creative business. It made a sad and frustrated and we felt how our chest is tightening up. Even though we know that out there a fellow creatives rocking their creative adventure, thriving. So is this starving artist myth real or not?

Takeaways from today's show:

• Overcoming the starving artist myth is a choice you can either make it or not and you'll be right anyways.
• Surround yourself with fellow creative that do what your aspiring to achieve. Observe what they do differently than you.
• You can choose to skip the business part of being a creative and keep your creative passion as a hobby. It's your choice.
• I believe in you! If you decide to become a sparkling creative, you'll become one.

Mentioned on the Show:

Sparkling creative workshops: https://www.kerstinpressler.com/workshops/

The Sparkling Creative Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/243968072673994/

The Mini Sessions: www.kerstinpressler.com/mini-session

I've been working with so many creatives that thought the next grand business strategy or a new creative product they're going to offer would bring them more of what they wanted. 

More money! 

More fulfillment! 

More time! 

More happiness!

However many of them never got what they wanted. 

Are you ready to dive in fully and turn your creative passion into the creative business that is not only paying your bills but also allowing you to live the lifestyle your dreaming of?

Then let's talk! Schedule a mini session with me, where we'll discover the right next move for your creative adventure. 

Become one of us and join the sparkling creative community!

Surround yourself with fellow creatives, that not only create sparkling creative pieces, but also sparkle when it comes to the financials of their creative adventures. Be part of a sparkling community and own your creative strength. We'll support you and help you live the sparkling creative life you've always dreamed about.

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