If you’re serious about building a business with your art, let’s get one thing straight—it’s no small task. It’s going to take time, focus, and a healthy dose of commitment (and probably a few cups of strong coffee). If you’re looking to make a little extra on the side, that’s one path. But if your goal is to turn your art into a full-blown career and live off your creative work—well, that’s a different kind of journey altogether.
Here’s the truth: it can’t just be "fun." It has to be a fire-in-your-belly, wake-up-thinking-about-it, can’t-imagine-not-doing-it kind of desire. That kind of deep passion is what will keep you moving forward when things get hard (because spoiler alert: they will get hard).
When you're fueled by real purpose, the setbacks won't knock you down for long. You’ll bounce back with resilience, shake off the doubt, and remind yourself why you started in the first place. That’s the power of commitment.
So, for this edition of Key to Success, I challenge you to commit to yourself.
Write yourself a commitment statement. It doesn’t need to be poetic—it just needs to be honest and meaningful to you.
Here’s a little inspiration:
- "I commit to following through, even when it’s tough, until I make it."
- "I will stay the course and refuse to give up—no matter how many times I question my sanity."
Now, take your commitment statement and post it where you’ll see it often. Sticky notes on your mirror, your studio wall, your coffee maker, your forehead—okay, maybe not your forehead, but you get the idea.
Remind yourself daily: you are in this for the long haul. You’ve got this, and I’m cheering you on every step of the way.
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