Launching a new ensemble, organization, or business? Read this, Part I. Start with You
One of the most common questions I get as I mentor artists is how to successfully launch a new ensemble, socially relevant organization, or business. Today, I’m launching a series of “how to” posts designed to help you create and develop your great ideas. These posts will give you the tools to bring your great ideas to life and provide a systematic approach to developing creative solutions to the problems we face in our 21st-century world. Rules: Don’t pay to learn about entrepreneurship. Learn by doing. In the world of new venture creation, flexibility and context reign supreme. Work with people outside your discipline. Don’t be afraid to fail. Goals: These posts will help you: Develop ideas that use community-based partnerships and principles of social entrepreneurship to change the direction of the business and arts fields. Create sustainable programs that last long after you implement your ideas. Begin at a grassroots level, then work to reach a broad audience. Be socially empathetic and concerned about how you can make a positive difference in the world. Create …