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Rockstar Mentor
by Sonya Paz
Welcome to the Rockstar Mentor Podcast Show. Marketing brand strategies and interviews with Sonya Paz The podcast to inspire you and bring you the kickstart you need to CRUSH it in the fine art industry. We’ll bring you creative insights, inspiring interviews and valuable resources, art marketing along with decades of experience to provide you the strategic approach to unleash your creative talents and rock your inner entrepreneur. Created and hosted by fine artist and designer Sonya Paz who has single handedly built her own art brand.
Episodes
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Episode 132: I'M back! My Sincere Apologies for the Absence and Salutations for a New Year
Episode 132: I'M back! My Sincere Apologies for the Absence and Salutations for a New Year On today’s Episode #132 I am back and welcome to the new 2020 year. It had been a crazy few months and I apologize for the departure without notice. Lots of sadness over the past few months and new business...
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Ep 131: Packaging Dilemmas in your Business, How to Plan and Reverse Engineering
Episode 131: Packaging Dilemmas in your Business, How to Plan and Reverse Engineering On today’s Episode #131 I am discussing the pros and cons of your packaging for products in your business, Ae you stifled on where to start with your product packaging, are there too many resources and not the...
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Ep: 130: Our three year podcast anniversary and small business updates and how to balance it all
Episode 130: Our three year podcast anniversary and small business updates and how to balance it all. On today’s Episode #130 Total inspiration of the recent 2019 Womens Leadership Conference and sharing my knowledge to my fellow vendors. I have also officially launched my YouTube channel…
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Ep 129: Spice up your business, be an entrepreneur and get it out there!
Episode 129: Spice up your business, be an entrepreneur and get it out there! A true entrepreneur never says no to an opportunity, a true entrepreneurs mind is always going, evolving, being inspired and being challenged. On today’s Episode #129 of the Rockstar Mentor podcast I am going to tell…
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Ep: 128: Recap on Pricing, Consistency and Certificates of Authenticity
Episode: 128: Recap on Pricing, Consistency and Certificates of Authenticity A little review of this past weekend’s Hunters point open studio where I met up with lots of artist friends that I know. And why don’t artists know what certificates of authenticity are? This is the essential part of…
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Ep: 127: Where Being Confident and Tenacity Pays Off... Big Time!
Ep: 127: Where Being Confident and Tenacity Pays Off... Big Time! I know a lot of us get knocked down when someone give us a little bit of criticism or tries to detour our dreams... in today’s episode #127 of the Rockstar Mentor podcast, I’m going to give you the boost and creativity passport to...
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Ep. 126: Self Care for the Busy Entrepreneur or Savvy Business Person
Ep. 126: Self Care for the Busy Entrepreneur or Savvy Business Person We are such busy business owners, we need to take the time for self care... listen up to easy ways to take care of yourself! As you know as an entrepreneur and business person we are the busiest people that we know! Today on...
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Ep. 125: Your web presence...What do you do when social media gets a GLITCH?
Ep. 125: Your web presence...What do you do when social media gets a GLITCH? When Social Media is down - don't let your business suffer in the process This is a replay of Episode 093 from a April pf 2018, because of the recent Facebook and Instagram outage on March 13th, this episode is more...
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Ep. 124: Commissions and Contracts are the Necessities in your Creative Business Success
Ep. 124: Commissions and Contracts are the Necessities in your Creative Business Success Entrepreneurs say that a sexy business is a profitable business! One of the best things you can do in your business is to take special orders and commissioned art pieces. I do several commissions a year and…
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Ep.123: Reminders and recaps, basics and business!
Ep. 123: Reminders and recaps, basics and business! Notes and podcasts from the past are a good way to get your creative hat on. I am still recovering from my surgery and things are progressing along, not as quickly as I would like, but getting better everyday. Many thanks and gratitude to…
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Ep.122: Life Interrupted… A Progression of a Bruise, healing and advice from post surgery
Episode 122: Life Interrupted… A Progression of a Bruise, healing and advice from post surgery. Getting back on the creative track from an unexpected surgery All is good util your life gets interrupted by an emergency gallbladder surgery, this is what happened to me a couple weeks ago and my...
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Ep. 121: Interview with Jenifer Martinez of Steampunk Garage with Sonya Paz
Ep. 121 Interview with Jenifer Martinez of Steampunk Garage with Sonya Paz A steampunks artful journey with culinary school, custom TShirts, silkscreening, chainmail and teaching! When it comes to wrangling metals, Jenifer Martinez of Steampunk Garage knows her stuff. As a creative individual...
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Ep.120: What's up with your business? Tell your story with others just like you!
Episode 120: What's up with your business? Tell your story with others just like you! Do you want to be interviewed on the Rockstar Mentor, let do this! Can you believe we are 1/2 through January already...!!! It's true, time if wizzing on by. Today's episode is a short one, basically because I...
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Ep. 119: Happy 2019 and we are starting out this year slowly... but surely!
Episode 119: Happy 2019 and we are starting out this year slowly... but surely! When the words “take your time” can be the worst thing you can hear! Happy new year to everyone and welcome to 2019! This is episode 119 of the RockStar Mentor podcast and today we are talking about how to approach…
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Ep. 118: Breathing after Biz Burnout, Comfy Pillows and Surviving 2018!
Episode 118: Breathing after Biz Burnout, Comfy Pillows and Surviving 2018! Today’s episode of the RockStar Mentor podcast episode 118, I am working on wrapping up a lot of things for the remainder of 2018. I am really thrilled about the amount of feedback I received from Episode 117 where I…
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Ep. 117: Confessions of an artist and burnout is a real thing!
Episode 117: Confessions of an artist and burnout is a real thing! Today’s episode of the RockStar Mentor podcast episode 117, I am going to get down and dirty with some of my true confessions of an artist as well as an art gallery owner and entrepreneur. I’m going toI am going to share some of…
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Ep. 116: Preparing for Black Friday, Small Biz Saturday and Cyber Monday
Episode 116: Preparing for Black Friday, Small Biz Saturday and Cyber Monday As we are embarking on Thanksgiving day I want to extend prayers and sympathies to all of the folks in the recent California fires who have lost homes, businesses, family members, friends and more. I feel thankful for my...
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Ep. 115 Get Social With Your Business - Tech Interview with Lee Lonitz by Sonya Paz
Ep. 115 Get Social With Your Business - Tech Interview with Lee Lonitz by Sonya Paz I am pleased to have Social Media Mentor and Strategist Lee Lonitz back on the show today, this is Lee's second time on the podcast, we spoke to Lee back in September 2016. Will all of the changes with Social…
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Ep. 114 Holiday Bustle Remedies and Reflection to Overcome Stress and Chaos
Ep. 114 Holiday Bustle Remedies and Reflection to Overcome Stress and Chaos With the holidays approaching rapidly, you need to get prepared and remain calm at the same time! Here are my top 3 podcast shows to get you on the right track so you don't completely freak out! Staying organized and…
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Ep. 113 Unwrapping your Retail Business. Interview with Sue Monhait by Sonya Paz
Ep. 113 Unwrapping your Retail Business! Interview with Sue Monhait by Sonya Paz I am pleased to have Sue Monhait of the Ribbon Print Company and the podcast "Gift Biz Unwrapped" with me on the Rockstar Mentor Podcast show today! We learn so much from Sue, and her journey from a corporate gig to...
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Ep. 112 Expanding Your Artful Offerings - Creating Products of your Artwork
Ep. 112 Expanding Your Artful Offerings - Creating Products of your Artwork If you are looking to expand your artful offerings into a viable and amazing product line, this episode give you a little insight of how this can be achieved, I have developed an amazing colorful and useful artistic…
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Ep. 111: When History Meets Technology Meets Innovation Meets Inspiration!
Ep. 111 When History meets technology meets innovation meets inspiration! Some old fashioned marketing and promotion is not a bad thing! For those of you that know me well, will know that I just love history, I love hearing about the age of innovation and anything that is architecture or Mid...
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Ep. 110 Storytelling, Spiels and Pitches for your Business to impress and Succeed
Ep. 110 Storytelling, Spiels and Pitches for your business - a great recap of these topics and Ice Breaking Questions. A great recap of these topics and more. Today's episode is a recap of three episodes that I love where I discuss necessary components of what you need in your suitcase of…
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Ep. 109 Art Murals and Teaching, Interview with Francisco Franco by Host Sonya Paz
Ep. 109 Art Murals and Teaching, Interview with Francisco Franco by Host Sonya Paz When art is bigger than life itself! Today's episode is an colorful and insightful interview with Francisco Franco of Francisco Franco Studios, we discuss his journey as an artist, his formal education, witnessing...
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Ep. 108 The Superhero vs. The Imposter Syndrome Villain
Ep. 108 The Superhero vs. The Imposter Syndrome Villain The Superhero vs. The Imposter Syndrome. “With great power, comes great responsibility.” – Spiderman “Life doesn't give us purpose. We give life purpose.” – The Flash “You’re much stronger than you think you are. Trust me.” – Spiderman Do…
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Ep. 107: Preparing for art shows and festivals on one of the largest 3 day sales weekend ever!
Ep. 107: Preparing for art shows and festivals on one of the largest 3 day sales weekend ever! Three days to rock it your art business and be on your best game! The labor day weekend is the largest artistic festival sales weekend for artists and many artists prepare the entire year to this…
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Ep. 106: Communication in your business is critical, listen to the way you speak
Ep. 106: Communication in your business is critical, listen to the way you speak. Face to face or voice to voice communication is key....The way you engage with customers and how they hear you may be two different things, listen to today's podcast to get a reality check on how you may be…
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Ep. 105: The procrastination bug.... it's a killer and time is wasting away and... it's not your friend.
Ep. 105: The procrastination bug.... it's a killer and time is wasting away and... it's not your friend. What are you waiting for...? Procrastination can completely inhibit your goals and objectives! Listen up to this weeks episode, #105 to get the kick you need to overcome the bug and get your...
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Ep. 104: Competition, Collaboration and Character, no trophies please
Ep. 104: Competition, Collaboration and Character, no trophies please Let me ask you, if you drank a weak cup of coffee that appeared less than stellar how would you feel? Would you give it a participation trophy and call it a day? Would you return it and know that there was potential there......
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Ep 103: Interview with Anne Leuck and Sonya Paz - two colorful artists share their art journey
Ep 103: Interview with Anne Leuck and Sonya Paz Capture the magic moments in your art and how personal experiences shape your creativity This creatively fun interview with Anne Leuck of Chicago, Illinois is on the show today! Anne's journey as an artist and how her personal experiences have…
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Ep. 102 Wholesaling Your Art to Retailers ... Because Direct Selling is Sexy!
Ep. 102 Wholesaling Your Art to Retailers ... Because Direct Selling is Sexy! To consign or not to consign, that is the question (and we have answers)! Are you at the point where you are ready to sell to a retailer? Do you sell direct to retailers with a wholesale program or do you sell…
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Ep. 101 - YouTube Star Rob Appell of Man Sewing Interview Today with Sonya Paz
Ep. 101 - YouTube Star Rob Appell of Man Sewing Interview Today with Sonya Paz I am celebrating my birthday today with a special episode with Rob Appell. Rob is an amazing YouTube sewing star with over 131K subscribers and 220+ videos of all types of sewing magic, on how to make a canvas bag,...
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Ep. 100 - We are Celebrating 100 Episode of the Rockstar Mentor Podcast
Ep. 100 - We are Celebrating 100 Episode of the Rockstar mentor Podcast. I am reflecting on some of my favorite episodes of the past two years.... and 100 episodes! I also want to give thanks to many of the artists and creatives that I have had on the show! Many thanks to Jason Michael, The Real...
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Ep. 099 New Online Course to sell your art and make more sales!
Ep. 099 I am pleased to announce my new Online Course to teach you how to sell your art and make more sales in a concise format on Skillshare is published and is live and online! We are also remembering Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain. I am please to announce that my new online course "The…
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Ep. 098 Challenging yourself to explore new and exciting things
Ep. 098 Challenging yourself to explore new and exciting things. When you take risks and get out of your comfort zone, amazing things happen! Unleashing undiscovered talents is the beginning to expanding your knowledge. I am thrilled to announce that Rockstar Mentor is two years old! We have...
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Ep. 097 Hats off to learning, Royal Wedding Inspiration and Online Courses
Ep. 097 Hats off to learning, Royal Wedding Inspiration and Online Courses You can never stop learning and changing up your routine is not a bad thing! I was truly inspired by the hat in the Royal Wedding this past weekend, makes me want to wear one every day! This episode discusses how you can...
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Ep. 096 Brand Mistakes That Will Cost You The Sale
Ep. 096 Brand Mistakes That Will Cost You The Sale... Are you trying to hard to brand yourself the wrong way? Branding is an essential component in your business, whether you are a creative biz selling in personal or online, if you are promoting your product, retail, personal products etc.,...
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Ep. 095 Paying It Forward in Your Art Creative Business
Ep. 095 Paying It Forward in Your Art Creative Business Giving is a strong component in any business, get your Karma flowing by following a few simple steps. When you can give back with your art, advice, support or emotional support, this is a great thing to do by paying it forward, random acts…
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Ep. 094 Copycats and Copyrights - Sonya Paz Interview with Kim Niles of KiniArt
Ep. 094 Copycats and Copyrights - Sonya Paz Interview with Kim Niles of KiniArt Protecting your art and your sanity, tips on what to do if someone is stealing your art! I am pleased to have Kim Niles of KiniArt.com on the Rockstar Mentor podcast show today. We discuss what happens when other...
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Ep. 093 Your website needs to be YOUR domain, take control and be better prepared to promote your business
Ep. 093 Your business website needs to be YOUR domain, take control and be better prepared to promote you and your business! Being smart and savvy with your web presence is critical for the long term value of your business. This episode is really valuable so you have have the ultimate voice and…
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Ep. 092 Running your Business From Your Smartphone and Simplify Processes
Ep. 092 Running your Business From Your Smartphone and Simplify Processes Being an entrepreneur means that you are busy busy busy! Allow your smartphone to help run your successful business. IN today's episode I am providing you with my favorite top ten apps and simple processes to help you rock...
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Ep. 091 Dealing with Negativity and Making Lemons into Lemonade
Ep. 091 Dealing with Negativity and Making Lemons into Lemonade There is nothing better than to sell your art to the masses and getting a lot of encouragement and kudos fro those who believe in you and support you.... however, there are times when people don't think before they speak and say the...
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Ep. 090 Artful Interview with Dana and Troy Mounier of Pacific Fine Arts
Ep. 090 Artful Interview with Dana and Troy Mounier of Pacific Fine Arts Art shows are the best exposure - start off right and make great sales! I started my art career with selling my artworks at fine art festivals in the Northern California Area. This has to be one of the best times I can…
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Ep. 089 Social Media Woes That Will Make You Tear Your Hair Out!
Ep. 089 Social Media Woes That Will Make You Tear Your Hair Out! Just when you are all comfy in your Social Media zone, then BAM! You get hit with another algorithm change that will seriously affect the way you manage your business. Sure we all get into the groove where we are comfortable and…
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Ep. 088 Don't let others step on your success! Ignore the haters and keep your creative mojo churning!
Ep. 088 Don't let others step on your success! Ignore the haters and keep your creative mojo churning! What do you do when one rotten person or one small encounter will try and break you and your work? Listen up for this episode on the best way to fight back! Listener Lujan from Reno NV., writes…
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Ep. 087 Don't Hesitate... Motivate! 14 words that will get you motivated FAST!
Ep. 087 Don't Hesitate... Motivate! 14 words that will get you motivated FAST! Sometimes you need a kick in the pants to get motivated and I am including some fine points to get your started. I always seem to find inspiration wherever I go and whatever I do and also when I lest expect it.…
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Ep. 086 Will Smith says "Fan Your Own Flame!" I'm also discussing the mask behind Imposter Syndrome!
Ep. 086 Will Smith says "Fan Your Own Flame!" I'm also discussing the mask behind Imposter Syndrome! I've said it before but Will Smith gets in your face to fan your own flame. I have said it for years, to be your own cheerleader and self promote to your hearts content... to not take anyones crap...
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Ep. 085 Interview with Glass Artist Joy Munshower
Ep. 085 Interview with Glass Artist Joy Munshower Glassy and Sassy.... and heating up the show today and kicking some GLASS! It's always a good day to chit chat about hot molten glass, sculpting and margaritas! I am thrilled to have Joy Munshower on the Rockstar Mentor podcast today. Joy is an...
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Ep. 084 Workspace Chaos... What's your creative workspace like? Do tell!
Ep. 084 Workspace Chaos... What's your workspace like? Are you creatively ready to go or do you clean up every time you work? While we start off the new year getting the most organized we can be, do you have a specific work space? Is this your living room table, kitchen table, sewing room,...
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Ep. 083 Welcome to 2018! Let's get framed! A creative interview with Marty Hiser of Westwind Frame and Gallery
Ep. 083 Welcome to 2018! Let's get framed! A creative interview with Marty Hiser of Westwind Frame and Gallery We are starting off this year with a great insight from Marty Hiser of Westwind Frame and Gallery located in The Dalles, OR. Listen up on the best way to prepare yourself and artwork for...
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Welcome to the Rockstar Mentor Podcast Show. Marketing brand strategies and interviews with Sonya Paz
The podcast to inspire you and bring you the kickstart you need to CRUSH it in the fine art industry. We’ll bring you creative insights, inspiring interviews and valuable resources, art marketing along with decades of experience to provide you the strategic approach to unleash your creative talents and rock your inner entrepreneur.
Created and hosted by fine artist and designer Sonya Paz who has single handedly built her own art brand.
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