4 Worst Ways Poets Waste Time

Are you a poet waiting for a "big break" that never seems to come? In this episode of Arts and Offers, poets Geoff Anderson and Mathias dive into the 4 common ways poets waste their time and how to shift your mindset to build a real career around your art.We discuss the pitfalls of traditional publishing timelines, the power of self-publishing, and why having a specific mission is more important than just "expressing yourself." Whether you're working on your first manuscript or looking to scale your impact, these insights will help you stop waiting for permission and start generating your own opportunities.Get the first 2 modules of our poetry business workbook, The Semester, for FREE: www.diversespoetry.com/instituteGet a free podcast/mp3/audio version: https://open.spotify.com/show/4vAdMbaunOPziRoovm0K5P?si=pGDmsZ_1T9qjWzTR7KQeYgIn this video, you’ll learn:Why waiting years for traditional publication might be holding you back.The difference between having a "mission" vs. just "expressing yourself."How to find your "Blue Ocean" in a crowded poetry field.Why partnerships and delegation are the keys to scaling your art.Resources Mentioned:00:00 - Are you wasting your time as a poet? 00:48 - The "5-Year Poem": The trap of traditional publishing timelines 03:03 - The alternative: Holding your book in weeks, not years 05:06 - The compromise of traditional vs. self-publishing 07:34 - Why "expressing yourself" isn't a strong enough mission 10:15 - If everyone likes it, nobody loves it: Finding your niche 14:12 - Go deep, not wide: The power of a specific area of focus 19:26 - Why being "known" is a requirement for impact 23:37 - Stop doing it alone: The necessity of partnerships 28:47 - Overcoming the "bottleneck" of doing everything yourself 32:50 - Top-Down vs. Bottom-Up: Reverse engineering a poetry career 36:11 - Huge news: Award nominations and film festivals 37:26 - Join the next Poetship Chapbook CohortWelcome also to our poetry channel at diVERSES! Whether you're a seasoned poetry enthusiast or just beginning your journey into writing, this discussion will help inform your development in poetry🔍 What You'll Discover:The importance of questioning while reading poetry.Practical tips for asking insightful questions.How questioning enhances comprehension and appreciation.Examples of question-driven analysis applied to popular poems.Strategies for incorporating questioning into your own reading practice.The broader benefits of critical thinking fostered through poetic inquiry.🎓 Join us as we embark on a journey of discovery through the rich landscapes of poetry, where every question unlocks a new layer of meaning and understanding. Don't miss out on this opportunity to deepen your connection with literature and broaden your perspective on life.Let's embark on this poetic journey together and uncover the profound truths that lie within the lines. Share your thoughts and insights in the comments below—we'd love to hear from you!diVERSES was founded by poet Geoff Anderson in Columbus, Ohio to help writers achieve creative and financial independence #poetry #artsANDoffers #diverses