creative expression

GPFYC 026: Voice Your Value: How Creatives Can Employ Their Full Expressive Capability with Ariana Newcomer

Seasons Greetings on this episode of the Get Paid For Your Creativity podcast I’m over the moon thrilled to welcome back Transformational Voice and Business Coach Ariana Newcomer! In case you’re new to the show Ariana was a guest on Episode 20 as well as featured contributor on the Monetize Your Gifts Masterclass I hosted last year.

The last time Ariana chatted with us we talked about how to sell your art without feeling like a sell out! It was a very powerful discussion and one you should definitely check out after this episode. I’ve provided a link below in the additional resources section below.

Her message is very simple ~ “Our voice is our greatest tool of engagement” and now more than ever as our reliance on social media increases it’s important not to lose sight of the power direct communication with our ideal clients or just the people we do business with.

In our technologically advanced world we often forget that it’s the sound of our voice that creates connection with another human being in a real tangible way. This is very important rather you plan to shoot videos for Youtube, do your own podcast, delivering in person presentations, teach a class, talk with art buyers, even in our dealings with vendors over the telephone.

Your voice is it!

I love chatting with Ariana because she’s extremely passionate about her work with healers, entrepreneurs, change agents and artists. What you may not know about her is she’s a trained professional modern dancer and former opera singer so she knows a little something about the creative process and what it takes to be successful.

In this interview she shares in depth her personal journey and how she came to become a Transformational Voice Coach it’s quite inspiring. During our time together Ariana revealed a very powerful parallel between our vocal expression and visual expression it was actually a revelation that surprised both of us and you won’t want to miss our a-ha moment!

Regardless if you’re a visual or performance artist or any type of entrepreneur you’ll definitely want to hear she has to say on the subject of creative expression and how we can better use our voices to improve the quality of our lives. [Read more…] about GPFYC 026: Voice Your Value: How Creatives Can Employ Their Full Expressive Capability with Ariana Newcomer

GPFYC 024: The Art Of The Ask – Get What You Want Without Offending People or Getting Pissed Off!

By Rodney Washington

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On this episode I talk about:

Social Media Etiquette and Facebook Rants
Train People How To Treat You
Email Revelations: What You Don’t Know Could Probably Get You Into Trouble
Ask Rodney – Send in your questions, comments and ideas

Recently I ran across a Facebook post of a prominent author and lifestyle business coach who published a post that personally I found a little off putting. In essence it was a heated post related to how people approach them via email to ask for favors, support, what have you.

I’m not begrudging this persons frustration but I was a little taken aback by their choice to take it to Facebook for support, validation or commiseration of their point. My immediate thought was, “why not take advantage of this opportunity to teach us (your fan base) how to approach you instead of creating a heated debate?

The reality is this, it’s not easy to run a business, especially one that places us in the spotlight. But as you grow and experience more success – the public will respond in kind. Often with requests that you have the option to either accommodate or not. It’s your choice! [Read more…] about GPFYC 024: The Art Of The Ask – Get What You Want Without Offending People or Getting Pissed Off!

GPFYC 023: It Takes More Than Talent: What It Really Takes To Monetize Your Passion

By Rodney Washington

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Have you ever wondered if you have what it takes to make it as a financially successful artist? If you’re a visual artist, performing artist or someone with a creative passion and looking for ways to turn your creative passions into a sustainable business you’ll enjoy this weeks podcast.

I’m pleased to bring you another interview from the Monetize Your Gifts Masterclass Series. Digital Artist and former gallery owner Carolyn Quan reveals the realities of being a successful artist today and simple shifts you can make that will make you stand out from the pack.

I have no doubt you’ll find a lot value in my interview with Carolyn Quan: It Takes More Than Talent: What It Really Takes To Monetize Your Passion [Read more…] about GPFYC 023: It Takes More Than Talent: What It Really Takes To Monetize Your Passion

GPFYC 019: Dealing With Self Doubt, Pricing & Hiring The Right Business Mentor

By Rodney Washington

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This week I decided to bring back something I used to do when I originally launched the Get Paid For Your Creativity podcast, Q & A days.

Originally I thought I’d offer them on Wednesday’s (that was when I was planning to do a five day a week show) but now with a once a week show I’ve decided to offer them when I have either enough questions being sent it by listeners like yourselves or once a month, whichever comes first.

So if you want me anything about your business, even one you’re thinking about starting, marketing tips, life challenges you’re facing personally, professionally, send them in and I’ll do my best to answer them on future episodes. [Read more…] about GPFYC 019: Dealing With Self Doubt, Pricing & Hiring The Right Business Mentor

GPFYC 018: Turn Your Inspiration Into Your Vocation: Do’s and Don’ts for Giving Legs and Voice to Your Gift

By Rodney Washington

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Hello and welcome, this week I have something very special to bring to you, I decided to go into my archives and pull a very special interview I did this past spring with a dear friend and colleague Rita Deo Barber.

Rita was a part of a three event I held last spring called The Monetize Your Gifts Masterclass, she was the final presenter on the last day of the event and she shared some really valuable content that I know is just as fresh and relevant as when she first presented.

On this interview we talk about the power of visualization, asking for what you want, using social media responsibly and dealing with those pesky naysayers ~ the people that you may have in your life, although I really hope you don’t that tell you are crazy for going for your dreams. [Read more…] about GPFYC 018: Turn Your Inspiration Into Your Vocation: Do’s and Don’ts for Giving Legs and Voice to Your Gift

GPFYC 007: Turning Your Passion Into A Business Plan – Part 1

By Rodney Washington

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Welcome to Biz Tip Tuesday, on today’s episode I will share how creative entrepreneurs can create a simple business plan that supports their passions. On the podcast I challenge the traditional model of a business plan and move you towards creating a plan that’s based on three things:

1.) A true roll up your sleeves kind of passion, 2.) The development of a product or service that you truly love creating, something based on sweat equity and passion and, 3.) A way to share your passion with others that will entice them to want to work with you now and in the future. [Read more…] about GPFYC 007: Turning Your Passion Into A Business Plan – Part 1