Beth Blickers on When to Approach an Agent
This is scary. Trust me, I know. When I first started seeking out patrons, I was hesitant to start networking with other people who could help me. It felt sleazy. I didn’t like the idea of promoting myself. Instead, I did what I knew: I offered to interview people I wanted to connect with. I would reach out on Twitter, Facebook, or via email, and a
... See moreJeff Goins • You Are a Writer (So Start Acting Like One)
The most important thing for young generations is to find a good mentor and choose your boos and the person you work. Don’t try to choose your company because even we’re right 40% of the time.
I think the most important thing is to find a good mentor and choose your boss, the person you work for. Don't try to choose your company. That's too hard. I... See more
I think the most important thing is to find a good mentor and choose your boss, the person you work for. Don't try to choose your company. That's too hard. I... See more
E905: PT2 Keith Rabois PayPal/FoundersFund: censorship, secondary shares, selling, getting into tech
Two very useful things help you get work.One is work that pops. A killer, well-constructed folio is vital. So is an online version that’s easy to access and navigate.The other is presence. People often call it a personal brand. In some ways, it is, but really, it’s your marketing.The impact comes not just from where you share but what you share.A p... See more
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It’s your agent. Often delivering the first impression to a prospect, your LinkedIn profile is you when you aren’t there.
William Arruda • Digital You: Real Personal Branding in the Virtual Age
I met many aspiring artists in my early 20s. Observing their trajectories since then, I've learned that long-shot careers in the arts (famous singer, actor, songwriter, filmmaker, etc.) are long shots not because success relies on wild luck or rare genius or insane connections. Success stories pretty reliably happen for people who combine three not... See more
three pillars of a contented artist’s life: a regular creative practice, taking in lots of art and experiences, and community.