Today, we’re talking all about making your art business legal. In this podcast, you will discover... What you need to do first to set up a business! Which very important legal documents you need to have on your e-commerce website (one of these is required by law)! What the heck the difference is between an LLC, sole proprietor, and what you really need. What you should do from day one to avoid issues with the name of your shop and products. How being legal protects you, your artwork, and your bu...
Sep 08, 2020•37 min
Today, we’re talking about harnessing your creativity to write copy for your business and why you don’t need to use flowery language to sell your art. In this podcast, you will discover... The counterintuitive secret to get your creativity flowing (so you can come up with endless ideas for your Instagram captions, emails, and social media posts) How to blast through “blank page syndrome” and feel confident about your writing (this works especially well when you have NO TIME to write) The 3 bigge...
Sep 01, 2020•44 min
Today, we’re talking all about imperfect allyship. In this podcast, you will discover... What practical action steps you can take to embrace being an anti-racist artist or an inclusive art educator. Why color-blindness is an inauthentic platitude that actually reinforces white supremacy. How your imperfect actions best perfect placating captions. For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/104 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIES!🎉 Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pi...
Aug 25, 2020•50 min
Today, we’re talking all about building online art classes. In this podcast, you will discover... Why there’s never been a better time for online art classes (and the data to back it up!) The 3 shortcuts that you can use to narrow down your topic (perfect if you have too many ideas and can’t decide!) Discover the 3 production pathways for building your course (and one way it is so ridiculously simple that my mother could do it) For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/103 ++++++++++++++++++++ ...
Aug 18, 2020•28 min
Low self-confidence is probably the number one stumbling block I see with artists, whether they want to paint for fun or whether they want to make a career out of it. In today’s episode, we're talking all about boosting your confidence! In this podcast, you will discover... Why your words matter. 3 body language tips that will instantly boost your confidence. How a lack of confidence affects every area of your life, including time management. For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/102 ++++++...
Aug 11, 2020•45 min
Today, we’re talking about all the ways you're sabotaging your own art sales. In this podcast, you will discover... Why it’s important to own your desire to be a financially successful artist The 5 factors that are contributing to under-earning disease... especially for women Why your desire to be Martha Stewart is killing your dreams For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/101 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIES!🎉 Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your p...
Aug 04, 2020•46 min
Today, we’re talking all about taking inspired action! AND, it's the 100th EPISODE!!! This calls for a little celebration! And what’s a celebration without a party? In this podcast, you will discover... Why selling art is all about your energy Why the fastest way to generating more income for your art is charging higher prices Why you need a goal beyond the goal For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/100 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIES!🎉 Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place g...
Jul 28, 2020•50 min
If you ever wanted to write a memoir or a book about how to paint or anything else for that matter, then this episode is for you! In this podcast, you will discover... The very first thing you need to do before you begin writing a book Why most would-be-authors never get published The 3 publishing pathways and how to know which one is for you For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/99 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIES!🎉 Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up...
Jul 21, 2020•45 min
Today, we’re talking myths people believe about selling art. In this podcast, you will discover... The 5 things you don’t need to sell art The 5 things that you DO need to sell art How to take the next steps to sell more of your art For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/98 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIES!🎉 Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your party favor over at SchulmanArt.com/freebies . Whether you're a passionista or a passion professional, I'v...
Jul 14, 2020•44 min
Today, we’re talking all about how artists use art for activism. I’m going to shine a spotlight on artists who used their art to make a difference in the world. In this podcast, you will discover... How artists throughout history have used their art to incite change, and change minds. How street artists are splashing their passion in their neighborhoods. How artists use their art to process pain. For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/97 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIES!🎉 Don't forget to...
Jul 07, 2020•40 min
Today, we’re talking all about people pleasing, perfectionism, and procrastination. In this podcast, you will discover... Why people-pleasing is killing your dreams Why perfectionism is a fancy name for fear Why the way you think about time leads to procrastination For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/96 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIES!🎉 Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your party favor over at SchulmanArt.com/freebies . Whether you're a passionis...
Jun 30, 2020•36 min
Today, we’re talking all about the power of coaching. In this podcast, you'll discover... How artists become better business owners with coaching Why *I* regularly invest in coaching for myself How to know if you’re ready to start working with a coach For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/95 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIES!🎉 Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your party favor over at SchulmanArt.com/freebies . Whether you're a passionista or a passio...
Jun 23, 2020•39 min
Today, we’re talking all about the 4 tendencies! In this podcast, you will discover... If you might wonder why people can rely on you, but you think you can't rely on yourself How you can help someone to follow good advice Why people say you ask too many questions How you work with someone who refuses to do what you ask—or who keeps telling you what to do For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/94 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIES!🎉 Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie ba...
Jun 16, 2020•47 min
Today, we're talking all about the 3 major mindset shifts you need to make, so that you can get out of your own way. In this podcast, you will discover... How you’re holding yourself back The 3 major mindset shifts you need to make to sell more art How to start recognizing these thoughts so you can shift them For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/93 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIES!🎉 Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your party favor over at Schulman...
Jun 09, 2020•34 min
Today, we’re talking all about financial fears and how they can be holding you back. In this podcast, you will discover... How to cure the disease of under earning 5 Financial fears that might be holding you back Why owning your own desire is the very first step For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/92 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIES!🎉 Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your party favor over at SchulmanArt.com/freebies . Whether you're a passionista ...
Jun 02, 2020•50 min
Today, we’re talking all about refilling your creative well when your usual ways are not available to you. In this podcast, you will discover... 3 activities that are zapping you of creative energy Why recharging is vital to wash the dust away from your soul 12 different ways to recharge your creativity (none of which involve your computer) For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/91 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIES!🎉 Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up y...
May 26, 2020•32 min
Today, we’re talking all about creating meaningful connection every time you write an email. In this podcast, you will discover... Why your art collectors want to hear from you (and often) Why you can still sell art even if you have a small email list How to color code your emails to reach all the personality types on your email list For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/90 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIES!🎉 Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your par...
May 19, 2020•27 min
We’ve got a lot to talk about, you and I. Today, we’re talking all about evolving and redefining yourself. In this podcast, you will discover... How crises has a way of forcing us to redefine ourselves (often for the better). Why now could be just the inspiration you need to show up in a different way. Why finding meaning in your life through art is a wonderful way to heal yourself and the world around you. For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/89 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIES!🎉 Don'...
May 12, 2020•27 min
Today, Amy Porterfield joins me and we’re talking all about marketing your art. Now if you’ve been listening to this podcast for a while, you know that I always preach that the 2 best ways to sell your art are in person and through e-mail. With many in-person art festivals getting cancelled, your online marketing efforts, particularly your e-mail efforts, are more important than ever! In this podcast, you will discover... Why it’s a mistake to stay quiet during this time (or any time). Why there...
May 05, 2020•37 min
Writing emails is your most powerful tool for getting your collectors to joyfully whip out their credit card for everything you create. You know that I preach that the best way to sell your art is either in person or through email. With the current physical distancing measures in place and many art shows getting cancelled through the fall, sending out emails is more important than ever. Today, I've invited copywriting expert Laura Belgray to discuss how to best share your story so you can better...
Apr 28, 2020•33 min
Today, I've invited Heather Alice Shea, Life Trainer and Business Development Mentor, to talk all about moving forward in this ever changing world. I know we as artists tend to be VERY sensitive to our environment. The world feels very intense right now. In this podcast, you will discover... Your role in this world as an artist Why perfectionism is a form of self-punishment Your self-doubt isn’t what you think it is For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/86 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIE...
Apr 21, 2020•34 min
Today, I've invited Instagram expert Elise Darma to join me as we talk all about Instagram and why the world needs your art now more than ever! In this podcast, you will discover... What’s working now on Instagram Why it’s more important than ever to share your art and creativity How you can make the most use out of Instagram For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/85 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIES!🎉 Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your party favor...
Apr 14, 2020•49 min
Today, I've invited Amy Flurry to join me in talking all about getting press for your art! In this podcast, you will discover... How to think like an editor How to use back issues of magazines for new pitch ideas The power of the humble postcard For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/84 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIES!🎉 Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your party favor over at SchulmanArt.com/freebies . Whether you're a passionista or a passion prof...
Apr 07, 2020•42 min
Today, I've invited Jennifer Rosenfeld to discuss balancing your own creative practice with running a business. In this podcast, you will discover... How to reorganize your work structure in order to make space for pursuing a big dream creative project. How to create a business that works around that goal. How to stop overworking so that you can make time for creativity that will define your legacy. For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/83 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIES!🎉 Don't forget...
Mar 31, 2020•36 min
Today, we’re talking all about creating calm. I know you might be a little on edge. Heck we all are. What I thought would be the most helpful is to pull a powerful list of affirmations that will soothe your anxiety. In this podcast, you will discover... 4 sure fire ways to create calm amidst the chaos. 10 affirmations for managing your anxiety. Just for fun - the 3 art supplies you might want to raid your stash for, that will be useful during this pandemic. For full show notes, go to schulmanart...
Mar 24, 2020•23 min
When we recorded this episode, I was optimistic about hosting an in person NYC event at the end of April. As many of you know-- museums are closing, Broadway is closing, and the St. Patrick's Day parade is cancelled for the first time in 250 years. So, in light of the current uncertain environment, I’ve made the executive decision to play the fantasy of the New York event anyway. It’s your playbook for the perfect NYC day. Today, we’re talking all about you, Michaelangelo, and the Metropolitan M...
Mar 17, 2020•31 min
I spend a lot of time talking to artists. I talk to them inside my private small group "The Artist Incubator," which is my program for artists who want to make a living with their art. I talk to art students inside the "Inspired Insiders’ Club," which is for those who want to become better artists. I also talk with artists who have taken advantage of my free Passion to Profit strategy calls. So what I thought would be super interesting is to share about how I got started - not generally, but spe...
Mar 10, 2020•31 min
The more you lean into your own unique quirky personality traits, the more art you’ll sell. Creating your “heroic character” is one of his main teaching frameworks used by my business coach, so that’s exactly who I’ve invited onto the podcast to talk about it! In this podcast, you will discover... Why the way you position your art with your heroic character directly impacts the prices you can charge for your art How to tap into your heroic character as an artist The power of masterminding in ord...
Mar 03, 2020•34 min
In order to bust the starving artist mentality, raise our prices, sell more art, or just find time for our creativity, we have to be open to receiving more abundance in our lives, whether abundance is more time, money, love… or something else. In this podcast, you will discover... How to be open to receiving more in your business and your life 5 strategies that help you receive more abundance How to practice being more receptive to abundance For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/78 ++++++++...
Feb 25, 2020•31 min
If you want to make a living selling your art, you need to learn how to market it. My guest Brian Kurtz and I took a dive deep into the importance of relationship building, as that’s a cornerstone in any successful artists' career, no matter what niche you’re in. In this podcast, you will discover... Why direct response marketing is critical for marketing your art What the 40/40/20 rule is and why it matters Why building and nurturing relationships Builds a Business for a Lifetime The power of m...
Feb 18, 2020•56 min
