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Serious question. This is the final post in a series that has looked at creative rock stars - the creative entrepreneurs who get paid to do what they love and to wow their audience. When they …
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It's a cliche for artists and creatives to say 'I love my work so much I'd do it for free' - but unfortunately there are people out there prepared to take us at our word. Just ask Howard Tate. In …
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Photo by computerhotline Who wouldn't want to be a creative rock star? After all, rock stars astound their audience, they get paid to do what they love, they are worshipped by adoring fans, they …
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Contrary to appearances, stars are not superhuman. Although we (and they) love the image of the star, in lots of ways they're just like the rest of us. I should know. I’ve had a few of them …
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It is also part of Blog Action Day, which this year is about Poverty. Charity is one of the nicer rock-and-roll cliches. These days, it's easy to be cynical about celebrities who talk about their …
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Even stars get starstruck. I remember hearing David Bowie talk about the time John Lennon dropped in on the recording sessions for Young Americans. He was thrilled at meeting one of his heroes and …
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Of all the writers I know, I have learned the most about how to be a productive creative person from Mark. His tips are always realistic, accessible, and sticky. It’s not just talk, this is productivity advice that will change your life.
~ Jocelyn K. Glei, author, host of the Hurry Slowly podcast, and Founding Editor, 99U