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Palm Trees Bend But Don’t Break – Acrylic Painting on Canvas

  An Acrylic Painting of Palm Trees Bending in the Wind on a Stormy Day Today I am celebrating the successful completion of my first commissioned painting of palm trees bending in the wind over a storm sky. This was one of the hardest things I have done as a newer artist still finding my…

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Why Goals Are Powerful Tools for Greater Clarity

The Tremendous Power of Clarity Whatever you’re trying to accomplish, clarity is paramount. Being consistent and staying on track is largely a result of being unambiguous about your life’s direction and purpose. We all need a personal mission statement that drives us. The good news is, getting clarity is easy with a little daily effort.…

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Why Is Creativity Such a Hot Topic in Business Today?

Why Is Creativity Such a Hot Topic in Business Today? Authors such as Seth Godin, who is one of my favorite marketing mentors, are touting creativity as an invaluable skill in business. In his insightful book The Icarus Deception, Godin claims that we are all artists; we must see our work as art, no matter…

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Socialize to Boost Creativity

Socialize to Boost Creativity One of the best ways to come up with creative ideas is to get out and talk to people. Socializing can be a great source of ideas and inspiration. It might be good to talk a friend or colleague, or it could be better to talk to a total stranger. You…

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3 Biggest Challenges Creative Entrepreneurs Face

3 Biggest Challenges Creative Entrepreneurs Face that Keep Them Stuck at a 5-figure Income   Challenge #1 – Suffering from Bright, Shiny Idea Syndrome Creative entrepreneurs tend to be full of fabulous ideas that are constantly flowing through their minds and often interrupt the current focus of their business day. This flow of ideas is…

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21 Questions to Answer Before Creating Your 2015 Business Plan

21 Questions to Answer Before Creating Your 2015 Business Plan   I want to share a series of questions with you that I share with each of my clients. These questions form the foundation of what I call the “One-Page Business Plan.” As you saw before, creative entrepreneurs tend to struggle with linear plans that…

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