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62. Starving Artist? No Way! Business Tips from Carina Gardner

Broadcast on:
15 Jul 2022

Tired of the "starving artist" stereotype? In this episode of the Craft to Career Podcast, we’re joined by Carina Gardner, a successful fabric and paper designer, course creator, and business owner. Carina shares her wealth of knowledge on how to build a thriving creative business, break free from the “starving artist” mindset, and find sustainable success.

What you’ll learn:

  • How Carina transitioned from an artist to a successful business owner
  • The importance of diversifying your income streams and leveraging multiple revenue sources
  • Carina’s insights on design programs and creating online courses to grow your business
  • Motivation strategies to keep pushing forward in your business and reach the next level of success

Key Takeaways:

  • How to overcome the “starving artist” mentality
  • Practical tips for growing your creative business, from licensing to online education
  • Building a long-term, successful career as a designer

If you're looking for inspiration, motivation, and practical advice on how to level up your business, this episode is a must-listen!

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