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🌟 My Journey as an Artpreneur: The Hard Truths I Learned Along the Way 🌟 TL;DR: Being an artpreneur is incredibly rewarding but also filled with unexpected challenges. Here’s what I’ve learned while growing Bizyheart Studio. It's midnight, and as I reflect on my journey with Bizyheart Studio, I realize just how far I've come. Turning my love for clay art into a sustainable business has been one of the toughest yet most fulfilling adventures of my life. Here are some hard truths I’ve learned along the way: 🎨 Passion Isn't Enough - Early on, my enthusiasm was sky-high. But soon, I found myself buried under a mountain of admin work and financial spreadsheets. Balancing creativity with business was harder than I ever imagined. 💡 Embracing Failures - One of my first workshops had just three attendees. I was devastated. But I learned to see failures as opportunities to grow. Each setback taught me something new and made me more resilient. 📊 Financial Strain is Real - There were nights I stayed up worrying about cash flow. Managing finances has been a steep learning curve. Budgeting and planning meticulously became essential survival skills. 🛠️ Wearing Many Hats - On any given day, I’m the artist, content creator, inventory manager, and event planner. Balancing these roles without losing sight of my creative vision has been a constant challenge. ❤️ Maintaining Your Relationships - Running Bizyheart Studio with my co-founder has been both a blessing and a challenge. The lines between work and personal life often blur, leading to stress and disagreements. We've had to learn to communicate better, set boundaries, and support each other through the ups and downs. 🌱 Staying True to My Vision - Despite the challenges, staying true to my vision and values has kept me grounded. Authenticity and honesty has built stronger trust and loyalty with my customers. This journey as an artpreneur has been filled with highs and lows. If you’re considering this path, know that it’s *really* tough but incredibly rewarding. Here’s to the relentless pursuit of our creative dreams! 🚀✨ #Artpreneur #Entrepreneurship #BizyheartStudio #ClayArt #CreativeJourney #BusinessInsights #StartupLife #InclusiveDesign [Artworks in the image generated using Canva Magic Studio.]

Unlocking an Athlete's Potential: Think Like a Startup Transform your athletic career by adopting a startup mindset. We explore how athletes can build their personal brand, diversify income, and plan for life beyond sports, turning their passion into a thriving business. Let’s redefine athletic success. #FirstHorizon #NIL #AthleteMindset #StartupThinking #PersonalBrand #CareerSuccess #DiversifyIncome #SportsBusiness #AthleteLife #Networking #LifeAfterSports

Unlock the potential of your passions. Our latest post shows you how! 🔑 #BusinessGuide #StartYourJourney

I’ve got no hair.🤷 I’m an old, bald, toothless wonder. So, if I can take a selfie, you can take a selfie. Don’t spend too many hours agonising over getting that ‘perfect shot’. Instead, just focus on taking a natural photo and just chill. There are a lot of benefits to including selfies in your LinkedIn content (which I’ll talk about more in another post), and if you’re still worried about showing your face on LinkedIn… Just remember, I don’t have filters, and I’ve got no hair. You’ll be fine.😃 How do you feel about taking selfies for LinkedIn? #LinkkedInMarketing #LinkedIn #SocialSelling ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ♻️ - Share if you Care 🗣️ - Leave a comment if you want to get seen 🪓 - Nothing happens if you don't take action #sales, #startups, #networking, #startupjourney, and #enterpreneurship

So, I have decided to take on this challenge. 🏋️ A challenge to build an entirely new brand and monetize it to N3m ~ $4,000 net profit (after expenses) in 90 days. It takes 30 to 60 days to build a brand visibility and even more to build a product (depending on the complexity of the product), but I will be doing all of this in 90 days. A new brand, outside Bradital and Wisdom Bradford. I will do this while running Bradital and doing BradVideos. That is, I will use only my free time for this challenge. I will use my expertise and knowledge, applying everything I share in BradVideos. This is a practical session. Come see a novice do it 😅 NO SALES will be done here, where I am sharing this. NEVER! 🚫 Only updates on how it is going. This is an exciting adventure and I will share updates every day. N3m ~ $4,000 net profit (after expenses) in 90 days ⏳ I believe there is a lot you or someone you know can learn from this. So, this is Day Zero. Let's see what I get done on day 1 of 90 tomorrow. Go Bradit. #90DaysChallenge #StartingaBusiness #BrandingandMarketing

📣 Rejection is tough and can hurt! Rejections can also help one with: * Learning * Resilience building * Refinement and Focus * Improved communication * Personal Growth As an example in 2012, Canva founder Melanie Perkins was rejected by investors MORE THAN 100 TIMES. She waited 3 more years for an investment. Canva is now worth more than $25 billion. 🦄 So, next time you face rejection, remember that it’s not a dead end but a stepping stone to your future success. Keep pushing forward, learn from every "no," and use it to fuel your journey. Your big break might be just around the corner! 💪🚀 #Entrepreneurship #StartupLife #Resilience #GrowthMindset #NeverGiveUp #Inspiration

Forget the "perfect time" - it's a myth! Ever heard the saying, "The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now?" It's true! Don't get stuck waiting for the stars to align. Start building your dream today. Here's a quick tip: Break down your dream into smaller, actionable steps. You'll be amazed at how quickly progress adds up! #business #marketing #Dream #DreamBig #StartNow #NoMoreExcuses

🎬💼 From TV Executive to Mid-Life Entrepreneur: Discovering My $2 Bill Brand 💡 After two decades immersed in the world of television production, working on Emmy-winning shows and shaping network strategies, I took a leap that surprised many – including myself. I stepped away from the familiar to chart my own course as an entrepreneur creating content and venturing into real estate. Why? In the content world, I realized the principles that creating compelling TV could revolutionize how we approach personal branding and business growth across all industries, not just the industry I have been in for most of my adult life. This realization led me to develop "The $2 Bill Brand" concept: Just like that rare $2 bill, your personal brand and your product should be: - Unique and memorable - Valuable but not overexposed - A conversation starter - Authentic to who you are This isn't just theory. I'm applying these entertainment industry insights to new ventures in real estate and beyond. It's exhilarating, challenging, and the most rewarding journey I've embarked on. Recently, I shared these ideas at a conference, and the response was humbling. So many resonated with this concept, my mid-life entrepreneurship and the power of storytelling in business. 🚀 Are you at a crossroads, looking to redefine your brand or take the leap into a new venture? I'd love to hear your story. What aspects of your journey or your brand do you find hardest to articulate? What's holding you back from being the '$2 bill' in your industry? Let's start a conversation. Your insights might just spark the next evolution of this concept – and who knows where that could lead? #CareerReinvention #PersonalBranding #EntrepreneurialJourney #TVtoBusinessInsights

Freedom: They say owning a business gives you freedom. But is that true? I'm constantly being a servant to my clients. We're constantly under deadlines. Heck, I haven't even had a vacation in a year. So what is the freedom of owning a business exactly? Before opening day3 media I was part of building an ad-tech startup to $40M in revenue in 5 years but then I felt stagnant. I was selling, marketing, developing the same product to the same people for 5 years. I was a creative with limited opportunity for creativity. I craved freshness. I craved a new challenge. I craved doing something unique. That's what drove me to exit and start my agency, day3 media. You know what my freedom is? That I can do what I love. There's nothing more I love (other than my fam of course 😜) than devising a brand strategy, coming up with a unique name+slogan, breaking down a logo and what its colors represent, dissecting web copy, touching up a user experience... ... and delivering premium state-of-the-art brands and websites that make businesses stand out in their space. Whatever I don't love I can delegate. Today, on July 4th 2024: I wish you the ultimate freedom and independence to do what you love. To follow your heart and chase your dreams. Happy Fourth! Eli #creativity #innovation #entrepreneurship #branding #fourthofjuly #USA #independenceday

As a co-founder of Firelight, I've learned firsthand the pivotal role a well-defined brand image plays in our journey. Here's why it matters more than ever: ✅ First Impressions Count: in today's competitive landscape, a strong brand sets us apart from the crowd. It's the first touchpoint for potential clients, investors, and employees. ✅ Consistency Builds Trust: consistency is key to building trust and credibility. By maintaining a cohesive brand presence across all channels – from our website and social media to our products and services – we reinforce our identity and leave a lasting impression. ✅ Emotional Connection: a well-crafted brand resonates on a deeper level, evoking emotions and fostering connections with our audience. It's not just about what we offer, but the values and beliefs we share. ✅ Long-Term Vision: while it's tempting to dive into every opportunity from the get-go, it's crucial to stay true to our brand essence. This requires discipline and commitment from the entire team, especially as workloads increase. ✅ Streamline for Success: to ensure we stay on track, automation is our ally. By automating repetitive tasks and processes from the outset, we free up valuable time and resources to focus on what truly matters – nurturing our brand and driving growth. That's what we do to build a brand that inspires, resonates, and endures. What about you, and your strategy? Tell me about it in comments! #BrandBuilding #Entrepreneurship #FirelightJourney #brand #marketing #company #socialmedia #entrepreneur #animation #3danimation