Future-proof strategies for Independent Artist Growth

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  • Step 3) IMPLEMENT: Select one new idea from each edition that resonates with you. Find a way to implement the principles of that idea into your career as an artist the following week.

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8 Ways to Help Independent Artists Overcome Self-Doubt and Build Confidence

8 Ways to Help Independent Artists Overcome Self-Doubt and Build Confidence

Suffering from negative thought loops, self-doubt, or uncertainty is inevitable as a musician or creator. No matter how long you’re in the business, you can never fully shake it. That’s right, even professionals who have been performing for decades experience moments of uncertainty. There will always be that small voice in your head that undermines your accomplishments. Author Steven Pressfield famously refers to this voice as “Resistance” in his 2012 book The War Of Art (which you can grab below). The trick is learning how to handle it so that nothing holds you back from pursuing your artistic goals. Let’s dive into some tools and techniques to help independent artists overcome doubt, build confidence, and maintain consistency in their work.

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