Artist Empowerment Radio Podcast

Bob Baker's Podcast of Self-Promotion Tips and Inspiration for Musicians, Artists, Writers and Creative People of All Kinds

75 - Ariel Hyatt on Crowdfunding and Slaying the Fear Monster



Crowdfunding (aka fanfunding) is all the rage. Independent artists are turning to their fans for financial support, instead of traditional record labels and book publishers.

On this episode Ariel Hyatt and I discuss what's she's learned running her own crowdfunding campaign for an ambitious multi-book project. We also tackle how to deal with the fear that consumes artists when they take on big, hairy, audacious goals.

Plus a simple tip on how to make offers to your fans that can bring in a lot more money. Sound good? Hit play and start listening now!

Running time: 27:19 minutes. File size: 19 megs. Format: MP3 (96 kbps).

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The photo above was taken at the 2008 Indie Buzz Bootcamp event in St. Louis. Pictured left to right: Pooki Lee, Bob Baker, Derek Sivers, Ariel Hyatt, Tom Jackson, John Taglieri, Nancy Moran.

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74 - Six Daily Rituals to Achieve Your Maximum Potential

As a creative person with a lot to offer the world, you need positive energy and a sharp focus to make great art. But be honest: Are you really doing that on a daily basis?

In this episode I share six simple habits you can incorporate into your life that will make a huge impact on your creative output and happiness.

Can you handle that? Good! Hit Play and let's rock and roll!

Running time: 14:54 minutes. File size: 13 megs. Format: MP3 (128 kbps).

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