- What are the main points of each article? The main prominent points each article, is to somewhat compare the two careers. It shows how strikingly similar they can be, showing an uncanny amount of shared qualities between them. It also implies the growing popularity of art as a career and how incredibly closely related they are to one another. When reading the article, I believe that I feel as if it should persuade people to respect artists more than they usually do. It shows them as more of a vital, and important part of society by comparing them to the entrepreneurs since most people do not see artists in that way.
- What can artists learn from their “entrepreneurial cousins”? Artists, mainly are isolated by choice, although in order for them to succeed as an entrepreneur, they would need to learn to accept assistance and learn to work in teams.
- Do you agree that artists are entrepreneurs? why? I agree that artists are entrepreneurs, because in order to sell, advertise, or promote their art, they have to know how to intrigue their target audiences. This did not used to be the case back in the day, but with modern technology, their options to find ways to sell/promote are limitless.
- Which of the 12 characteristics of artists do you agree with? I agree with all twelve characteristics, because I understand the reasoning on why artists and entrepreneurs are alike. Although if I had to choose one particular characteristic that I believe fits best, would be that artists are passionate ability their work. For an artist, their world revolves around their art. They are always looking for new ideas and always thinking about their art, it is a large part of them.
- What others would you add to the list? Both entrepreneurs and artists need to be open to see from a different perspective. I believe perspective is important because for an entrepreneur, if something they’re working on is not working, they will have to trouble shoot or look from a different perspective, such as a client’s perspective to see what changes need to be made in order to improve their product. This also applies to artists, for them to fix a problem or improve, they would need to see their work from a different perspective. Most people are stuck in their ways, but being open to perspective can allow a chance to improve what needs to be improved upon.
- Additional notes. The article was very informative. It really looked at artists as more of a professional career, rather than a hobby.
Part 2-
- I have grit, but I would like to work on managing my stress levels. I stick to what I need to do and I am diligent, but I need to work on stress levels.
- Working with a strict schedule along with necessary relaxation could improve my ways of dealing with stress and keeping myself on track.