What Do I Need To Grow My Creative Biz?

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Quiz Questions

1.
How long has creativity been your passion?
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- A.
  I was today-years-old when I realized I was a creative.
- B.
  My creative genius is gently making an appearance. I dabble in art as a therapeutic past time / creative outlet.
- C.
  Long enough to attract a group of collectors and make supplemental income.
- D.
  5 years or more. My creative genius is steadily calling me to artistic greatness.
- E.
  My creative genius has been leading me for as long as I can remember and my revenue reflects that.
- F.
  My creative genius bypassed space and time. My artistic practice is highly successful.
2.
Who are your fans and followers?
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  My mom, since forever.
- B.
  My besties are SUPER supportive.
- C.
  I'm really well known in my community.
- D.
  I'm kind of an internet celebrity (humble brag).
- E.
  I'm kind a big deal around the globe tbh.
3.
What does your to-do-list look like?
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  Everything my 9-to-5 assigned because, bills. When can I just work for my own creative genius??
- B.
  Commissions, commissions, and more commissions.
- C.
  Releasing a collection on my very own website.
- D.
  My list is becoming more than I can handle on my own. Time to hire an assistant!
- E.
  Lead my studio team meeting, host a creative workshop, then *finally* find time for my creative work.
4.
If I pinned an image from YOUR Pinterest board, what would would it be?
- A.
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  Umm... Pinterest? *googles what is pinning?*
- B.
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  Pretty things, just for inspo. Maybe a recipe.
- C.
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  A flat lay of my favorite art supplies.
- D.
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  You probably saw one of my Pinterest ads.
- E.
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  A venue location from a creative retreat I hosted.
- F.
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  A print from my recent collection release. All originals sold out!
5.
What is your creative intuition telling you to do next?
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- A.
  Create and offer my first collection.
- B.
  Build a new website or make some much needed updates!
- C.
  Hire a studio assistant.
- D.
  Impact the masses with my work through wholesale and licensing agreements.
- E.
  Expand my revenue streams. Maybe with a course or new product line.
6.
You accomplished a BIG professional goal that felt like a pipe dream. How would you celebrate?
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- A.
  By learning a new skill like yoga, gardening, or tarot reading.
- B.
  Enroll in a course to refine my skills. Reaching for the stars, baby!
- C.
  Create a dedicated studio space at home.
- D.
  I would treat myself and a friend to a weekend getaway.
- E.
  Traveling somewhere sunny. My Aunt Margarita is calling.
- F.
  Joining an artist Mastermind!
7.
The soundtrack to your creative genius is...
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  Dylan baby, I'm like a rolling stone.
- B.
  That lady rocker vibe. Blondie, sometimes Joan Jett and always Madonna.
- C.
  My playlist is a mood swing. I feel all the things all the time.
- D.
  Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald and all their big band, jazzy friends.
- E.
  My playlist evolves as my creative genius evolves.
8.
You're in a cafe when IN WALKS THE creative genius you admire most. Who is it?
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  Frida Kahlo. I will not restrict my self-expression!
- B.
  Yayoi Kusama. My truest colors are bright and cheery!
- C.
  Claude Monet. My soul belongs in Giverny, plein air painting.
- D.
  Jacob Lawrence. I want to boldly advocate for social justice.
- E.
  Picasso. I work with a broad range of mediums and dream of making an impact in the art world.
9.
Your creative work earns...
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  Less than 10k/year
- B.
  Between $10 - $30k/year
- C.
  $30 - 100k/year
- D.
  $100k+
10.
Where has your creativity hit a road block?
- A.
  Producing amazing work that reflects my own creative genius.
- B.
  Creating a brand that shares my vision perfectly. The ideas in my head are so big and beautiful.
- C.
  Instagram and newsletter growth, I'm just not a marketing pro.
- D.
  Expanding my products and services so my creativity can be big and bold in the world.
- E.
  Running my studio like a fine-tuned machine.

Quiz Outcomes

1.
ASPIRING ARTIST
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And they're off! Your journey is beginning and your love for the creative process grows and grows. You're closer than you think.This is the perfect time to find your unique creative voice and warm audience to the idea of you as an Artist. Start sharing your journey — and your work — as you feel comfortable. Each time you do, you get a step closer to your big creative goals.When you're experimenting creatively, it can be tricky to settle into a niche. Think of it as a challenge, though, and zero in on a style that rings true for you. Mix in some gentle goal-setting and you're on your way to fully realizing your sustainable creative career! It's so close! Remember that your main focus in this phase is to hone your craft and develop a style all your own.You may not be fully aware of this, but you are gaining in confidence, clarity, and courage that will help you make big moves in the future.This phase is precious — cherish this time. Use it to nourish your creativity, develop your style and gain the tenacity needed to move forward boldly and beautifully.Learn more about the ASPIRATIONAL ARTIST (and your personalized path to success) here!
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EMERGING ARTIST
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Woohoo! You're on the way!You have taken many of the bravest steps of your life to get to this point. Stepping out as a professional and offering your work to the world takes tremendous courage, so take a moment to acknowledge that!Your creative career has officially begun. Your business has is growing, and you're seeing how it can (and will) be sustainable. Your work is selling consistently, but you know there is space for growth. You are developing a collection, series, or product line that you're proud of, and you are able to market with the kind of passion that feels contagious.This is the point in your career when you feel emboldened to proudly say “I am an artist.” You can own that title knowing that you are speaking the truth and that your work deserves to be championed in that way. Let’s take it one step further. It’s all well and good to be known as an artist, but in order to make a real impact, it helps to have a niche. May you paint wedding bouquets. Perhaps you sculpt gem out of clay. You might bakes cakes using only local ingredients. A specific vision takes a lot of clarity on your part, but is so helpful as you work to make an impact in this phase.Keep going! The fun is just beginning.Read more about the Emerging Artist stage (and your personalized path to success) here!
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PIONEERING ARTIST
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Woooohoooo! That is me cheering for you because you are making big strides toward turning this beautiful dream into a solid, sustainable REALITY! Seriously, let this sink in for just a moment. At this point, you might see that your work is attracting people all on it’s own (such a magical feeling!). It is singing loud and proud, and your ideal customers and collectors are being pulled towards it like a magnet.This might feel like magic, but you and I know full well that it's not. A lot of work is goes into making these seemingly effortless connections with your work happen. For one, you are showing up consistently and creating good work (that’s huge), then you are photographing it well, sharing it in a way that elevates the work, and talking about it basically non-stop (don’t stop). Magic? Nuh uh. That's hard work.Your audience is resonating with the vulnerability and points of view shared in your work. They are feeling seen and heard through your art, your brand. That is what they’re buying: the honesty, the feeling! Fascinating, right?We’ll get into this in greater detail as you move into the next phase (the Aficionado), but start to hold onto this thought: you are creating something that is needed and resonates strongly with your audience and customers.Learn more about the Pioneering Artist Stage (and your personalized path to success) here.
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AFICIONADO
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Shine on! Your creative career is elevated now, and it shows in your work!Now this is where it gets really, really fun. You have established yourself as the expert in, well, probably several areas by now, but certainly in your creative work. You are finding joy in the process of growing and expanding your business, and your audience is responding enthusiastically to your ideas.You are changing the culture in the spaces you inhabit! I say this with confidence I know that — by this phase — when you speak, people listen. They consider your ideas and respect your vision. They are here for you! It's such a gift. Because you value your people and are grateful, you show up so wholeheartedly and consistently and with so much passion you attract even more people! The party just keeps ragingThe work you do impacts more people than you even know. This is not the time to sit down and be quiet. Your vision is clear, you believe in your work, you have opinions that need to be shared. People are paying attention. Keep giving them something to see.Learn SO MUCH more about the Aficionado Stage (and your personalized path to success) HERE.
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CREATIVE MAVEN

What Do I Need To Grow My Creative Biz?

If you have big dreams for your creative practice (like you want more time in the studio, you want to sell more of your work, or you want to work with your DREAM brand), you're in for a treat!This 2 minute assessment will give you the next steps in your unique BEAUTIFUL career! Let's go.

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