If you’ve been following along with my Be Your Own Manager series – you’ve certainly picked up on my habit of separating my “Artist Self” and my “Manager Self.” I do that a lot, when I’m consciously thinking about my commitments and obligations, and even my hobbies. I define my roles and my relationships, and […]
Putting the Person Before the Artist Read More »
This month’s guest post is from someone I knew in my previous “before-burnout” life. I’ve been admiring her work as a playwright for a long while and I remember the days she describes: when plays “exploded” out of her. So I’m delighted to get this glimpse into how her process is changing, AND into how
Guest Post: Mia McCullough Describes a Valuable Writing Retreat Read More »
This post is part of my Be Your Own Manager series. Click here for an overview, and links to all other posts. I’ve often compared burnout to a repetitive use injury. The obvious solution is to rest for a bit, but I realized after my second major burnout episode that if I didn’t re-train how
Be Your Own Manager Series: Assume Good Intention Read More »
Every month, I’m going to give you a few things that have brought me joy in recent weeks. Maybe you’ll love them, too. Maybe they’ll inspire you to find other joyful things more suited to your tastes and temperament. And I’d love to hear from you — in the comments below or by email —
My Favorite Things for April Read More »
I started my “Be Your Own Manager” blog series at the end of February, which is something I’ve been wanting to do for a while. Through that series, I’m trying to describe a change in thinking that has been essential for me over the past couple of years. And it turns out that it’s a
March Creative Update: Reminding Myself to Have Fun Read More »
Before we dive into this week’s guest post, I want to give a quick shout out to CJ Hosack, author of my January guest post. Her book, The Slayer’s Magic, is out TODAY. You can buy it at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or order it from your favorite indie shop! Now – today’s guest post’s
Guest Post: Quilter Lyn McCarty on Pursuing her Creative Spark Read More »
Even the best managers are sometimes constrained by budget, and this will be doubly true for you, managing your artistic labor. It’s easier to find creative solutions when you think like a manager.
Be Your Own Manager Series: Outfitting Yourself Read More »
Every month, I’m going to give you a few things that have brought me joy in recent weeks. Maybe you’ll love them, too. Maybe they’ll inspire you to find other joyful things more suited to your tastes and temperament. And I’d love to hear from you — in the comments below or by email —
My Favorite Things for March Read More »
You still have a manager when you’re working alone. And maybe, if you’re not consciously trying to be a good one, you accidentally become a bad one.
BYOM: Be Your Own (Self-) Manager for a Happier Life Read More »
I’m super excited to be sharing an interview with Erin Landry. Look for the moment where her focus shifted from outcome to process, and what came of that! She sent me several photos of her work, and once again, I couldn’t pick, so the extras are down at the bottom… You’re the first visual artist
Guest Post: Visual artist e.c. landry on exploring a new form Read More »