A young comic once asked Jerry Seinfeld for his best advice on becoming a great stand-up. Jerry told him the simple technique he had used in his early days to hone his comedy craft. This brilliant productivity hack can be put to use by any creative person in any field. Give it a listen and put this to work in your life. Welcome to The Creative Entrepreneur podcast, Season 4, Episode 7. Get free access to my "30 Ways to Become an Empowered Artist" course when you join the Creative Entrepreneur VI...
Aug 30, 2019•9 min•Season 4Ep. 7
Embrace Your Inner Weirdo! Are You an Entrepreneurial MISFIT? In this episode I make the case for Staying WEIRD! Welcome to The Creative Entrepreneur podcast, Season 4, Episode 6. Get free access to my "30 Ways to Become an Empowered Artist" course when you join the Creative Entrepreneur VIP List . You'll find a written blog post version of this Entrepreneurial Misfit episode here . Be sure to also check out The Passion Principles : 101 Ways to Express Your Creativity and Share It With the World...
Jul 16, 2019•13 min•Season 4Ep. 6
If you take the traditional approach to creativity, you think in terms of working toward a completed package. You hole up in a studio or cabin for months or years as you work on a new project in seclusion. Eventually, a collection of your best work is released as a full-length music album, novel, nonfiction book, art or photo exhibit, fashion line, film, stage play, etc. That model was the norm for many years. Here’s another option ... Welcome to The Creative Entrepreneur podcast, Season 4, Epis...
Jun 17, 2019•11 min•Season 4Ep. 5
What if, every time you attended a workshop or consumed a book, video, course, podcast, or blog post … Your mission was to find one big idea that would help you make a difference in people’s lives while also earning a profit? It could transform your life. So, lean into it. Don’t hold back. Think big! Listen to this episode for more details. Welcome to The Creative Entrepreneur podcast, Season 4, Episode 4. Be sure to check out the Magnetic Copywriting Formula course on Udemy . How to Craft Descr...
May 30, 2019•11 min•Season 4Ep. 4
You know the drill. You get excited about a Big Idea for a book, workshop, play, retreat, or mastermind group. Then the inevitable thoughts creeps up: How will people react to this new thing? What will they think? What if they don’t like it? The big question I address on this episode: Will you be able to handle what people say about you when you start to let your light shine? Welcome to The Creative Entrepreneur podcast, Season 4, Episode 3. Be sure to check out The Empowered Artist : A Call to ...
May 23, 2019•11 min•Season 4Ep. 3
The late Louise Hay was an amazing woman . She was a pioneer in the self-help and personal development movement. She emphasized the power of mindset and the Law of Attraction long before The Secret came out. I’ve listened to many Louise Hay audio recordings over the years. Something she said in one interview especially struck me. So much so, I had to stop the recording and write it down to make sure I got it right. She pointed out that people essentially crave advice on five topics . And if she ...
May 15, 2019•12 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Most creative people look around their hometown and search for things the city can do for them. Or they seek out mentors, gatekeepers, media people, managers, and agents in an effort to gain the “credibility” that will lift them out of obscurity and make them feel worthy. Want to know what the most Empowered Artists do? They create the circumstances they’re looking for! That's what this episode is all about! Be sure to check out The Passion Principles : 101 Ways to Express Your Creativity and Sh...
Apr 30, 2019•9 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Meet Bree Noble, a singer-songwriter who turned a passion for giving exposure to other indie artists into a thriving business. She hosts two podcasts, runs a membership academy, hosts the Profitable Musician Summit, and just published her first book, The Musician’s Profit Path . Be sure to check out The Empowered Artist : A Call to Action for Musicians, Writers, Visual Artists, and Anyone Who Wants to Make a Difference with Their Creativity Learn more about Bree's activities : Profitable Musicia...
Apr 13, 2019•51 min•Season 3Ep. 30
What Does INDIE Mean? How do you define it? Here’s a powerful definition for artists and creative people of all kinds, including indie music, books, film, games, etc. From my upcoming album, “Morning Pep Talks: Inspiration for Artists, Authors, and Creative Entrepreneurs.” Follow Bob Baker’s Inspiration Project on Spotify . Also, The Passion Principles book features 101 Ways to Express Your Creativity and Share It With the World. Get the paperback and audiobook for only $10 USD (good for U.S. sh...
Mar 22, 2019•12 min•Season 3Ep. 29
Ready to make 2019 your best creative year ever? Here are ten ways you can MAKE the next 12 months stellar! From my upcoming album, “Morning Pep Talks: Inspiration for Artists, Authors, and Creative Entrepreneurs.” Follow Bob Baker’s Inspiration Project on Spotify . What do YOU think? Leave a comment on Facebook , LinkedIn , Twitter , or Instagram . Could you use some one-on-one coaching or consulting ? If so, reach out and contact me here … You may also be interested in ... Get free access to m...
Jan 19, 2019•13 min•Season 3Ep. 28
I hope you had a fabulous Christmas and are enjoying the holiday season! Here's a short, timely episode about something coming up in the first week of the new year. Learn more about it here or at GetImportantStuffDone.com . The 30-Day Share Your Creativity Challenge starts January 7, 2019. Build your online presence and your fan base using easy content marketing strategies. Learn more about it and register here . You may also be interested in ... Get free access to my "30 Ways to Become an Empow...
Dec 26, 2018•8 min•Season 3Ep. 27
Want to know the two biggest factors that determine your longterm success in the arts? I've got the answer, based on my many years as a creative entrepreneur. Embrace these factors and you'll triple your odds of cutting through the clutter and making an impact with your talents . Plus, on this episode you get to hear the in-studio accident that took me by surprise! The 30-Day Share Your Creativity Challenge starts Jan 2, 2019. Build your online presence and your fan base using easy content marke...
Dec 11, 2018•18 min•Season 3Ep. 26
I bet you've complained about this more often than you care to admit: How do you find the time to do all that's necessary to become a truly Empowered Artist? There aren't enough hours in the day, right? Well, in this episode filmmaker Cole Hieronymus has an inspiring perspective on time. He also poses another important question: When will you get pissed off enough about your current status to make meaningful change in your life? Listen to this one! And learn more about Cole and his work at Hier ...
Dec 04, 2018•12 min•Season 3Ep. 25
Do you struggle with how to earn money from your talents and creativity? You’re not alone. On this episode I point out a mistake I see so many artists, writers, and musicians make. The good news is, I also give you a simple three-part solution to help you make more money now. Yes, you can get paid for your music, art, words, and more. This should help! What do YOU think? Leave a comment on Facebook , LinkedIn , Twitter , or Instagram . Could you use some one-on-one coaching or consulting ? If so...
Nov 27, 2018•11 min•Season 3Ep. 24
Sometimes, when I ask artists what their goals are, they say, “WORLD DOMINATION!” That’s an admirable goal, but unless you’re already a super star, it can lead to lots of frustration. In this short episode (pulled from a video I recently posted) I offer the best way to build a strong, loyal fan base. My advice is probably not what you think. This is also great news for introverts. What do YOU think? Leave a comment on Facebook , LinkedIn or here . You may also be interested in ... Get free acces...
Aug 19, 2018•7 min•Season 3Ep. 23
Let's bust this myth of the starving and struggling artist once and for all. And we'll use gardening and Aunt Louise to help us do it. What? Just listen and I'll help you break the stereotype and become an Abundant Artist instead! You may also be interested in ... Get free access to my "30 Ways to Become an Empowered Artist" course when you join the Creative Entrepreneur VIP List . Just click here: http://PromoteYourCreativity.com/ The Empowered Artist : A Call to Action for Musicians, Writers, ...
Jul 22, 2018•11 min•Season 3Ep. 22
With this episode I’m cross-pollinating podcasts. I was recently a guest on Mich Hancock’s MichMash podcast. Here’s the opening segment where I share my journey through the arts. Toward the end we discuss some powerful principles of creative success , including what it takes to make a strong and lasting bond with your fan base. It's the key to making a living and making an impact with your art. Listen to the entire MichMash podcast episode at https://soundcloud.com/mich-hancock-1/bob-baker Mich ...
Jul 11, 2018•15 min•Season 3Ep. 21
Ruby Mercado has an amazing attitude, mindset, and work ethic . Yes, she has great advice on how to create your own opportunities in the oversaturated Los Angeles acting world. More important, listen to how she breaks through fear, stays centered, and builds confidence in herself and those around her. Inspiring stuff, no matter what creative field you're in! Learn more about Ruby Mercado at : https://www.instagram.com/rubymercadol/ https://www.facebook.com/rubymercadol/ https://twitter.com/rubym...
Jul 05, 2018•40 min•Season 3Ep. 20
How to Blast Through the Excuses That Hold You Back! Four simple words is all it takes to make progress with your music, book, art, or other creative project. Learn more about The Passion Principles: 101 Ways to Express Your Creativity and Share It With the World Amazon US paperback link: http://amzn.to/2uv3Bh7 Amazon and Audible audiobook link: http://amzn.to/2wsxH2V Amazon US Kindle link: http://amzn.to/2t2r8BU For all other countries: http://mybook.to/TPPrint You may also be interested in ......
May 31, 2018•10 min•Season 3Ep. 19
In this short episode I share an original song I wrote last week about the raging debate over YANNY vs LAUREL. Which is it? In this humorous tune I put my foot down and choose a side. I know, I should have pronounced Yanny like “granny” or “nanny,” instead of like the musician Yanni. But you get the point :) You can watch the YouTube version here: https://youtu.be/CNv3nSdPf8M You may also be interested in ... Get free access to my "30 Ways to Become an Empowered Artist" course when you join the ...
May 26, 2018•6 min•Season 3Ep. 18
In this episode I share the four reasons artists create (and why #3 holds the key to turning pro and making money). I also cover the two overlapping factors that must be in place for you to monetize your talents and creativity. This is the second in a series of podcast lessons on how to make money as an independent creative entrepreneur. You may also be interested in ... Get free access to my "30 Ways to Become an Empowered Artist" course when you join the Creative Entrepreneur VIP List . Just c...
Apr 15, 2018•12 min•Season 3Ep. 17
If you're like most artists, you could use a little more cash flow. Maybe a LOT more. If so, you're not alone. It's one of the biggest challenges that my new consulting and coaching clients face. This episode should help. It's the first in a series of podcast lessons on how to monetize your talents as an independent artist. You may also be interested in ... Get free access to my "30 Ways to Become an Empowered Artist" course when you join the Creative Entrepreneur VIP List . Just click here: htt...
Feb 12, 2018•13 min•Season 3Ep. 16
Want to know how to be your own boss as a musician, writer, visual artist, or performer? Great! But, if you really want to earn a full-time living in the arts, don't get stuck in this common trap. On this episode, pulled from a new video I just posted, I explain what this obstacle is and how to overcome it. As you know, I've been a solo entrepreneur in the arts for many years, so I have a lot of hard-won advice on this topic to share. You may also be interested in ... Get free access to my "30 W...
Jan 12, 2018•11 min•Season 3Ep. 15
This episode is all about the surprising benefits of consistently sharing your creative work. I examine two case studies: Jonathan Coulton and Emily Hope Price. Bottom line: When you commit to regularly sharing your music, art, words, talents, etc ... you create opportunities to get exposure, attract fans, and make more of an impact with your art. I feel so strongly about this I decided to launch the 30-Day Build Your Fan Base Challenge to help you (and me) share our work on a consistent basis. ...
Dec 25, 2017•15 min•Season 3Ep. 14
The new year is right around the corner. How will you define “success” as an artist in 2018? For the purposes of this video, I define success as “making an impact” with your music, words, art, performance, etc. In other words, it’s the level at which you touch people and bring value to their lives through your art. To reach that point you must expose your creative work and connect with people. Listen to this episode for my best advice on how to do that in 2018 . I feel so strongly about this I d...
Dec 13, 2017•13 min•Season 3Ep. 13
Face Your Fear! Listen to this motivational message when you're ready to embrace your fear and conquer your resistance to uncertainty. And you can do it without being "fearless." The text of this Face Your Fear message was adapted from ... The Empowered Artist: A Call to Action for Musicians, Writers, Visual Artists, and Anyone Who Wants to Make a Difference with Their Creativity http://bob-baker.com/buzz/empowered-artist-movement/ Links to stuff mentioned in this episode: Get free access to my ...
Dec 02, 2017•9 min•Season 3Ep. 12
If I could give you a simple way to be more productive, more optimistic, and more empowered, would you be interested? On this episode I give you an inspiring pep talk on the Power of Questions. Links to stuff mentioned in this episode : The Empowered Artist : A Call to Action for Musicians, Writers, Visual Artists, and Anyone Who Wants to Make a Difference with Their Creativity http://bob-baker.com/buzz/empowered-artist-movement/ Get free access to my "30 Ways to Become an Empowered Artist" cour...
Oct 26, 2017•13 min•Season 3Ep. 11
So, you have an awesome idea for a business you'd like to create. You feel inspired to pursue a career as an artist, writer, musician, actor ... or you want to create your own start-up or nonprofit organization. You want to express yourself, do good in the world, and make money doing it. Fantastic! Here are five essential principles to help you build your own independent career, based on my many years as an author, musician, artist, and actor - and being self-employed in the arts. If you underst...
Oct 17, 2017•15 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Ready for a big dose of inspiration to fuel your drive for independence and self-reliance as an artist, author, or entrepreneur? In this episode I share a new motivational message and talk about reaching 1 million channel views on YouTube. Get free access to my "30 Ways to Become an Empowered Artist" course when you join the Creative Entrepreneur VIP List . Just click here: http://PromoteYourCreativity.com/ Links to stuff mentioned in this episode : The Empowered Artist : A Call to Action for Mu...
Oct 10, 2017•12 min•Season 3Ep. 9
When tragedies and senseless acts of violence take place (as they did recently in Las Vegas), how should we respond as creative people? What can we do about it? As a musician, writer, artist, poet or performer with a fan base to speak to, what can YOU do about it? What should you say? You may feel helpless. Should you do anything at all? Only you can answer that. But in this episode I offer a few important options to consider. Here's a link to the written blog post: http://bob-baker.com/buzz/how...
Oct 02, 2017•10 min•Season 3Ep. 8
