Building Community Through The Scout Guide - The One With Meagan Harris

In this episode of The Art Confidential, we sit down with the owner/editor of The Scout Guide (Asheville) to talk about what it really takes to build community from scratch.After moving to a new city without a built-in network, she took a leap and launched a local edition of The Scout Guide, creating a platform that highlights small businesses and connects the people behind them. What started as a bold move has grown into a thriving community rooted in trust, relationships, and consistency, with lessons that translate directly to artists building their own networks with galleries, collectors, and collaborators.We talk about:starting over in a new city and building a network from zerowhat The Scout Guide is and how it worksbuilding trust when nobody knows who you arewhy relationships matter more than sellinghandling rejection and not taking 'no' personallybalancing creative work with contracts, invoicing, and adminPlus: favorite local spots, quiet time as self-care, and starting coffee at 40.This episode is for anyone building something from scratch, growing a small business, or trying to create meaningful connections in their community.Mentioned in This Episode:Manifest: 7 Steps to Living Your Best Life by Roxie Nafousi (https://amzn.to/4cBmSRO)The Scout Guide (Asheville) (https://thescoutguide.com/asheville/) As an Amazon Associate, we may earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. About The Art ConfidentialThe Art Confidential is a podcast about how the art world really works. Hosts Jacqui Fehl and Andreina Bates sit down with artists, gallery owners, consultants, and other insiders for candid conversations about building a creative life—from studio practice to sales, exhibitions, and the realities behind the scenes.Follow the show so you never miss an episode exploring the ideas, challenges, and opportunities shaping today’s art world.Connect with usInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartconfidentialWebsite: https://theartconfidential.com