Professional Development

Get better at making decisions
While procrastination has its place in the creative process, sometimes we need to make decisions fast. Here's how.

Messy desk, creative mind
Our environment has an impact on our state of mind - is a tidy or messy desk more conducive to…

New artistic directors keen to make their mark, slowly
Four Artistic Directors from around the country share their thoughts on new roles, new opportunities, and making their mark on…

Conquering the fear of entrepreneurship
Turning artists into entrepreneurs is a matter of creating opportunity and developing skills.

Four ways arts workers can win in the new economy
Tap into arts-focused online platforms to access materials, administrative support, spaces and customers in a dynamic global economy.

The best places for artists to learn business skills
As an artist, you need to learn business skills. But what kind of training is a good use of your…

Flexibility the new norm in the workplace
With more women entering or returning to the workforce, employers who are leading the way on gender equality understand that…

Artists dying of exposure
It can be awkward to ask for money you are worth but if you don't, there is a queue of…

Why directors need to get out of the way
Every leader is one of three things: an inspiring mentor, a forgettable blip, or a terrible story that colleagues tell…

The slow truth behind overnight success
The fairy tale of a big break is usually only half the story. Years of preparation is often behind an…