While looking for our next stenchers (concept defined here), James and Pat hit upon the notion that creatives often make a hash of artist statements and writer bios. This led to some homework and the discovery of dos and don’ts for both, which led to the further discovery that there was a lot to learn for our grant pitches. Want to know the dos and don’ts? Have a listen!Questions for Listeners(Hop on over to the segment web page [link previous 3 words to segment url] to leave us your answers.)* When was the last time you updated your bio or had to write a description of your work?* Do you mention your credentials, your childhood, or why you do what you do?* What’s the silliest thing you’ve included in your artist statement or bio?Segment LinksArt Prof: Tips for Writing Artist StatementsDo I need an Artist’s Statement?Thanks for listening to Gifted Underachievers! This post is public so feel free to share it.If you aren’t already a subscriber, we’d love to have you in the GU Clubhouse! No spam, unsubscribe any time. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit giftedunderachievers.substack.com
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Dopamine Hits & How to Not Get Killed
We all can appreciate the stress that comes with creative work. The uncertainty and sheer busy-ness of it can be overwhelming. In the midst of a stress-filled week, James experiences two important moments, one in nature and the other reconnecting with a dear friend. This leads to a discussion of how we need dopamine hits through the week, which somehow morphs into helpful tips on how to avoid getting killed.Questions for Listeners(Hop on over to the segment web page to leave us your answers.)* How do you get dopamine hits?* Have you gone a long time without connecting with a close friend?* What did it feel like to reconnect?Segment LinksHow to Maximize Dopamine – Andrew Huberman as interpreted by After SkoolTips for Walking Safely Without Getting Killed or RobbedThanks for listening to Gifted Underachievers! This post is public so feel free to share it.If you aren’t already a subscriber, we’d love to have you in the GU Clubhouse! No spam, unsubscribe any time. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit giftedunderachievers.substack.com
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The Captive Downstairs: John Irving Silliness
Proving it’s hard to have too much of a good thing, James and Pat fall in for some John Irving silliness (e.g., the captive downstairs).Question for Listeners(Hop on over to the segment web page to leave us your answers.)What is your favorite John Irving book?Segment LinksJohn Irving at Home [Note: Video is twelve years old. John Irving now lives in Canada.]Thanks for listening to Gifted Underachievers! This post is public so feel free to share it.If you aren’t already a subscriber, we’d love to have you in the GU Clubhouse! No spam, unsubscribe any time. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit giftedunderachievers.substack.com
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Gifted Achiever Richard Kelly Kemick
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The Yaddo Gutshot
Well, we all knew something bad could happen. After all, we’re dependent on the kindness of strangers for just about everything we do, especially when applying for grants and residencies. In this segment, James gets a hard rejection, Pat commiserates successfully, and then our two Gifted Underachievers work at extracting the lessons we should learn from our respective grant experiences.Questions for Listeners(Hop on over to the segment web page to leave us your answers.)* How do you navigate hard rejections?* Do you bounce back quick or take time to mourn?* Ice cream or bourbon?Segment LinksYaddo Garden and Artist Retreat, Saratoga Springs, NYLet’s Talk About Rejection and Being Rejected as a CreativeThanks for listening to Gifted Underachievers! This post is public so feel free to share it.If you aren’t already a subscriber, we’d love to have you in the GU Clubhouse! No spam, unsubscribe any time. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit giftedunderachievers.substack.com
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