Several years ago, I saw Angela Duckworth’s remarkable TED talk about the importance of grit and the ability to move on after difficulty. As we all face a certain amount of conflict in our lives, grit and resilience are key to success for most of us, regardless of the level of difficult we face, or … Read more
While some indicators in the arts are looking promising and we’re generally feeling vibes of a more hopeful arts community, not everything is moving forward, and the latest casualty is a “set it and forget” charity program that has, in theory, supported quite a few arts orgs in the Southland, across the US, and beyond. … Read more
In this editorial episode of The Singerpreneur Podcast, Lauri talks about launching that very podcast more than a year before she was really ready, and shares at least six valuable lessons in timing and creativity that were gleaned from that experience. Now that the podcast is moving and we’re posting regularly, please do let us … Read more
I thought hard about doing a fake article or other prank today, but aside from the time that I just haven’t had time this week (see below!), the whole concept has had me thinking even harder. After the year we’ve all been through, levity is good. But is fooling each other equally good? Maybe not. … Read more
Where does your approach to music lie? What kind of results do you expect from performance to performance? What kind of perfection are you expecting out of every recording? One of our favorite bloggers, Seth godin, speaks to two vantage points briefly and eloquently. Here’s Seth’s post: One difference between science and art | Seth’s … Read more
A little thought from Seth Godin’s recent post: “I’m not selling anything” Of course you are. You’re selling connection or forward motion. You’re selling a new way of thinking, a better place to work, a chance to make a difference. Or perhaps you’re selling possibility, generosity or sheer hard work… If you’re not trying to … Read more
We’re talking about neither Rogen nor MacFarlane, although they both have their moments. Seth Godin, as some of our readers know, has created a huge worldwide following — more than just about any other “marketing guru” — because his blog and books are unique, building a voice that is distinctly his own. He’s a strong, … Read more
“Creativity” seems to be the word of the hour — explored, lauded, explained and overused by countless media hawks looking for killer content, it has sparked a buzz we currently hear all over the Internet and across a plethora of printed media. We’ve already touted the insights found in the dedicated Ideas Issue of The … Read more