How do I stay motivated when my business growth feels slow?

Think about the wins you’ve had and the customers you’ve made happy with your art. Write these down if needed. Remember that if your business is moving forward—even slowly—and you’re doing better than a year or two ago, you’re going in the right direction. Progress compounds over time like compound interest. Don’t compare yourself to someone doing $50,000 in sales when you did $1,000 this year and $5,000 last year—that’s major progress. As long as you’re moving forward, you’ll eventually reach your goals. People get impatient, but patience and consistent forward movement are what matter.

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Asked by an artist seeking motivation advice · Answered by Nick · art-marketing-podcast · 2021-01-06