- Main point of Article One suggests successful artists are good business people, and they are able to build upon their own ‘brand’, if you will, by believing in their ‘brand’, and selling it. Andy Warhol was really good at networking; he believed in himself, and he was quite an unique person. Article Two states artists are innovators and have much in common with entrepreneurs. Basically, to sell one’s art, or ‘brand’, the entrepreneur must believe in themselves with every fiber of their being. Giving up is not an option; to be a success, one cannot quit, their job is 24/7, making passion for their art a necessity.
- Artists can learn from entrepreneurs the ‘gift of gab’. The 12 characteristics of an artist indicate artists do not give up. Maybe entrepreneurs can learn from artists, too.
- Yes, I believe artists are true entrepreneurs because to be successful, one must be able to create a ‘desire’ for their ‘brand’ or product. To create a demand for a ‘brand’ that is new to the market can be tough. There are customers to convince the ‘brand’ is absolutely a must have. Customers can include paying customers, critics, media, B2B networking, bankers for loans, and there are more. Anyone can be a customer of almost anything if a desire or demand is created.
- There has to be more than 12 characteristics to being an artist; I think many people share these same characteristics. Each seems like a decent asset to have in society, anyway. I like the Humanist characteristic; many artists lead movements by using their art or ‘brand’ to raise awareness for controversial issues. I am surprised to read artists work well under constraints; that is probably a good thing, keeping the artist focused on the project. I cannot think of anything to add at the moment.
- Great inspiration on the Ted Talk about Grit. Successful artists and entrepreneurs have grit in common; there is rejection and competition to conquer.
Blog #1: Entrepreneurs and Artists with Grit
October 18, 2016 By Leave a Comment
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