📋 Plans, Process, and Practical Minimalism: 🎁 The Gift You Give Yourself


Hi Reader,

Greetings and hello again:

The stretch between Thanksgiving and December tends to invite more opportunities than anyone can reasonably take on — projects, plans, courses, collaborations, and ideas that all look good in the glow of a long weekend.

Today I wrote a short piece about a single clarifying question that’s helped me avoid some painful detours and make kinder choices for my future self.

I also included a brief scenario you might recognize — the kind of opportunity that seems promising until you look at what it actually asks of your real life.

If you’ve ever felt torn between a tempting yes and an honest no, this one will land.

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To your success, keep creating.

Peace out!

Barney Davey
Publisher: Art Marketing News

PS: The question in today's post is simple, but it changed the way I choose what matters. It will sharpen your clarity, too.

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Barney Davey, a trusted mentor to artists worldwide since 1988, has authored multiple books, developed transformative marketing courses, and founded the internationally recognized Art Marketing News blog in 2005, a platform that unites artists from all corners of the globe. His most recent publication, "How to Profit from the Art Print Market, 20th Anniversary, 3rd Edition," is the cornerstone of Art Print Insider—a complete system of tools and knowledge visual artists can use to market art prints profitably. His expertise helps artists navigate the business side of creativity with practical, results-driven strategies. Join thousands of artists who have transformed their careers through Barney's guidance—visit ArtMarketingNews.com to discover resources that will help you build a sustainable, profitable art business on your terms.

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