I model my career as a marketer after Seth Godin.
I take my presentation advice from Garr Reynolds.
When I think about balancing artistic and business interests I think about my boss, Charlie.
Those are some of my role models.
It's vital that you have individuals you admire in your chosen profession.
Success leaves clues and if you pay attention to people you respect you can pick up a clue or two.
Having those people is especially important now because you are probably hearing a lot about failure right now and very little about success.
Think about the headlines we have been hearing lately . . .
Nonprofit arts organizations closing
The music business in shambles
The impending "death" of theatre/classical music/dance/everything that isn't commercial garbage
Hear that sort of thing enough times and it's hard to maintain the sort of positive energy and hope you need to make it in this game long term.
So find examples of people who are defining the odds in your world and let them light your way.
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