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Show Notes
“Can I pick your brain?” Of course, you absolutely can. But I’ve noticed a lot more professionals expressing disdain for people reaching out and wanting to ask a few questions. But before I dive into a rant based upon passing comments and not a lot of data, I’m going to speak about the type of creative industry I want to be part of, one that is built upon the sharing of knowledge, not just online but person to person. Why? Because that’s how we build community, a reputation, and dare I say it, a legacy. In this episode, I’m going to share eight ways we can build up others around us from newbies to the competition. Can you imagine a creative world where everyone wins? I can and this is how we do it.
8 Ways We Can Build Up Others Around Us From Newbies to the Competition:
- Interview and share openly.
- Hold office hours.
- Maintain an FAQ on your website.
- Have a direct line of communication—dedicated email address, Discord server, Substack—for students and those starting out.
- Be a beginner and learn to ask questions of others.
- Open your space monthly or quarterly for a meeting of the minds.
- Don’t limit to just those who are starting out, welcome your competition.
- Be the community member you expect others to be.
Show Links
- Barbara DeMarco-Barrett
- Creatives Ignite
- Austin Kleon
- Christopher Butler
- Stefan Sagmeister – Answers
- Mitch Goldstein
- Episode photo from Envato Elements: Marinated cucumbers or pickles on wood