We asked some folks we admire to share one piece of conventional advice they disagree with.

Jaime Crystal Villamaria | Balloon Artist & Decorator

I had to literally google “conventional advice” to comb through different pages and find one piece of advice that I can disagree with. I have always followed the mantra of “Champions Adjust.” I would take any and every piece of advice and soak them all like a sponge. Read more>>

Melissa Schlobohm | Printmaker, sculptor, educator

I disagree with the notion that you need to live in the city to “make it” as an artist and for your work to be seen/recognized. In fact, moving to a place you can afford to have proper space and freedom to work is the most important thing to creating. I’ve watched many friends move to the city and work their asses off to pay for a studio they don’t end up having time to use. Read more>>

JL The Genius | Online Business Strategist

Focus on one platform. I disagree with this because we do not live in a stone age. We live in an era where you can stream and post on multiple platforms simultaneously with the click of a button. Why would you solely focus on one platform when there is an audience on every platform that needs your help. Read more>>