Blog entry by Kevin Davidkin
Before you can define your goals, it is essential to define your definition of success.
Think about the areas of your life that you can't compromise. These will act as the northern compass to your business and goals. There's a reason you're not in the business of
Whether you are looking for an old-fashioned job or shift in your career, this is the right time. Being an artist offers something for you that is distinct. Is that you? Travel? Fulfillment? The
the ability to enjoy a slow-moving cup of coffee every morning. How does your life change when you reach your goals in business through art?
Set quarterly goals rather than annual ones.
Many life or career coaches suggest setting your goals around the "aspirational word of the year." That word could be something similar to "growth",
"ambition", "organized", "bold", "experimental"--anything you want to cultivate in your upcoming year. This word will serve to become the central point of all things.
Think about your goals and plans.
The problem with choosing one word or one goal for the entire year is that for an artist and entrepreneur, the year is full of seasons for your business. There are different seasons
Different goals and visions words are required. It's not unusual to find the beginning of the year to be very different from holiday season the workshop season, art fair season.
You should not neglect a period of relaxation and rest.
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Your vision word and goals should be constant all through the year in order to avoid discord. Setting quarterly goals and creating the vision word are great ways to start.
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Different word per quarter can help you better align your mission as an artist-entrepreneur. It is also possible to break down your objectives into quarters.
you to focus on one part of your business at a given time and adjust as necessary for the time of the year.
Do a goal check against your "why"
A motivating why is better than a list or goal for revenue. If you're hoping to make ten grand from your art sales this year, consider what the reason is.
Most financial goals are stepping stones toward achieving a life goal. Answers to common questions such as "I would like to bring my children with me" can be discovered when you dig into the depths.
taking a break to spend more time with them," or, "I need to work alone to develop my ideas," or, "I'd like to make an impact on the world with my work."
You can use the why to help you achieve your goals, even if it is challenging.
Ask yourself questions about the goals that you have established. What is the goal's purpose to assist me in achieving my goals in business? Does it match my overall goals?
Vision of my future? Does it match my goals for the quarter? Why do I want to focus my attention and effort on this goal?