Nate Zeisler

I'm getting ready to put in an order for some new books for summer reading. What should I buy?

Most artists don't think of themselves as entrepreneurs and most entrepreneurs don't think of themselves as artists. And yet.... They've each chosen high-risk career paths which require many of the same skills to survive.

What's the best piece of career advice you ever received?

The most successful creatives I know came into their career with flexibility in mind. They are successful now, but... They didn't imagine that what they're actually doing is where they would end up.

Which twitter account brings you the most joy?

What is necessary for you to feel like you have a flexible work environment?

I'm a huge fan of micro-movements... ...Big sweeping changes that happen by thousands of small actions, led by people like you who are trying to make the world a better place. Change the world one step at a time.

How much time do you block off each day for deep work?

The notion that we are fully baked after we leave college is nuts. Artists, creatives, and makers understand that if they are going to remain relevant, they must be committed to lifelong learning.

Need a strategy for tackling you most important projects? Identify 2-hour, daily blocks in your calendar for uninterrupted work. If you can manage it, try to block off a larger amount o time (4-6 hrs) at least once a week to tackle big stuff. Also....turn off your phone.

What is one thing I should be doing right now to build a vibrant online community?

Mechanics in the arts recreate art better than anyone else in the world. Designers in the arts create a new art and share their work with the world. So... Are you a MECHANIC or are you a DESIGNER?

Would you rather: A.) Live in a rural part of the country with a lower cost of living, giving you more flexibility to create? ....or. B.) Live in a city center where the cost of living is higher, giving you less flexibility to create?

Would you rather: A.) Sacrifice material things and pursue a flexible career so that you can pursue your creative practice? ....or. B.) Sacrifice your creative practice and hold a stable job so that you can attain financial stability?

@jayclouse 2 email subscribers away. 🙌🏻

I'm three email subscribers away from 25,000 and I'm afraid I won't be able to sleep tonight until I hit that milestone. 😰

The most successful artists I've worked with have redefined their version of what success means. Many find happiness in the process.

If you have a conversation with most creatives who care deeply about thier work, you will often find it was not their art that drew them to the work. It was the beautiful relationships they formed with like-minded people all working toard a common goal. What drew you in?

@djsparr 🙌🏻🙌🏻. I agree

Would you rather: A.) Have a flexible career that allows you to take risks but is not financially stable? ....or. B.) Have a stable career that provides financial stability but is not flexible?

How do you set your priorities each day?