Creative Coach | Mark McGuinness | Since 1996
Helping you thrive as a 21st Century Creative
After 18 months, four drafts and countless cups of coffee, my new book Motivation for Creative People is finally complete. You can pick up the ebook edition from Amazon, Apple, Kobo, Barnes & …
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How much should I charge? I hear this question a lot from creative coaching clients wrestling with the perennial question of how much a unique piece of art, or a stylish design, or an engrossing …
Why do you create? For love? For money? or both? Balancing creative inspiration and professional ambition The surprisingly creative potential of business models Selling books - getting the basics …
Image by SeDmi via BigStock After 25 years in the music business, I've probably seen it all when it comes to musicians being ripped off - by managers, labels, promoters, venues, websites and …
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By Simon Oliver
If you're an independent artist or small creative business, a website is essential for showcasing your work and finding customers. But building and maintaining it is challenging for several …
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Painting by Natasha Wescoat licensed to Murals Your Way When I began as an artist, I was really enjoying the experience of selling my work directly to people. It was so much more exciting than …
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By Ian Shepherd
Image by Dennis Jarvis Three years ago... I was trapped in a job I no longer loved, struggling to get by on a wage that could no longer support my family. With hindsight, I think I was on the verge …
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By Old Nick
Ah, there you are! Do come in. Make yourself at home - Meph will take your coat. Please have a seat. Yes, I do apologise, it is rather warm. We're having a devil of a job with the thermostat. …
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Does professionalism stimulate or stifle creativity? When research is essential for your creative work, how do you avoid it becoming an excuse for procrastination? What does it mean to 'turn …
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