Building Both Artistic and Networking Skills

🎙️ Podcast Show Notes IntroductionIf I just get better… I’ll get more work.That belief is everywhere in this industry. And it’s quietly exhausting a lot of really talented people.In this episode, we’re breaking down one of the most persistent myths in intimacy work, and honestly, across the arts as a whole.Because yes… your craft matters. But it’s not the whole picture.We talk about what actually creates a sustainable career in a gig-based industry. The part no one teaches. The part that determines whether you keep getting hired or quietly get passed over.From perfectionism and self-doubt…To networking, finances, and follow-through…To redefining what it means to be a “successful” artist…This conversation pulls back the curtain on what’s really going on behind the scenes.If you’ve ever questioned your talent because the gigs aren’t consistent…This episode will give you a different lens to look through.👂 What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why being a highly skilled artist doesn’t automatically lead to more gigs  The overlooked business and relationship skills that actually drive repeat work  How perfectionism and “not good enough” thinking can stall your career  What’s really happening during slow seasons—and how to respond without panic  A practical strategy for turning your intimacy skillset into multiple income streams 🔗 Resources & LinksHow to Become an Intimacy Professional Free WebinarIntimacy Directors and Coordinators Home PageHow Aspiring Intimacy Professionals Can Build Their First Kit