Teens with a flair for art have not only a wonderful personal pursuit but also a way to make money. This title gives teens many creative ideas for using their artistic talents to generate a profit, such as running craft parties for kids, painting personalized murals, and selling their handiwork online. The author offers tips for launching and marketing a business and setting appropriate prices that will cover materials and other costs. Job search tips are provided for those who want to market their skills to employers such as art and community centers. Colorful photos, sidebars, and resources for more information make for an appealing and helpful read.
A deeply researched warning about how the digital economy threatens artists' lives and work—the music, writing, and visual art that sustain our souls and societies—from an award-winning essayist and critic There are two stories you hear about earning a living as an artist in the digital age. One comes from Silicon Valley. There's never been a better time to be an artist, it goes. If you've got a laptop, you've got a recording studio. If you've got an iPhone, you've got a movie camera. And if production is cheap, distribution is free: it's called the Internet. Everyone's an artist; just tap your creativity and put your stuff out there. The other comes from artists themselves. Sure, it goes, you can put your stuff out there, but who's going to pay you for it? Everyone is not an artist. Making art takes years of dedication, and that requires a means of support. If things don't change, a lot of art will cease to be sustainable. So which account is true? Since people are still making a living as artists today, how are they managing to do it? William Deresiewicz, a leading critic of the arts and of contemporary culture, set out to answer those questions. Based on interviews with artists of all kinds, The Death of the Artist argues that we are in the midst of an epochal transformation. If artists were artisans in the Renaissance, bohemians in the nineteenth century, and professionals in the twentieth, a new paradigm is emerging in the digital age, one that is changing our fundamental ideas about the nature of art and the role of the artist in society.
Finally make a living doing what you love. A compete and easy-to-follow system for the artist who wasn't born with a business mind. Learn how to find buyers, get paid fairly, negotiate nicely, deal with copycats and sell more art.
Generations of artistic teens have heard that following your artistic dreams is a sure ticket to financial struggles, but there are actually plenty of ways that young people can make money with their artistic skills. Whether their preferred medium is photography, graphic design, painting, textile art, sculpture, or something else altogether, this book has lots of practical advice about how make money from it. It offers teens tips on both finding an art-related job and developing their own business. It's a great way to explore all of the routes open to today's artistic teens.
Outdoor enthusiasts may think of their interests and passions as purely recreational. They will be surprised and inspired by the wealth of creative money-making opportunities, tailored specifically to those who love physical work in the great outdoors, contained within these pages. Best of all is that these money-making and career-building opportunities are available to readers right now, not years down the road. Moving well beyond lawn mowing and dog walking to include such exciting possibilities as adventure tour guiding, working at farmer's markets, and staffing animal shelters and summer camps, this is a fresh and creative guide to 21st-century teen money-making opportunities. It also includes valuable information on the career-building potential of outdoor-oriented entrepreneurship, internships, and volunteer work. Teens who want to make money now, while also indulging their passion for the outdoors, have found their ideal resource.
Each day brings new tests and challenges - and incredible happiness as we watch our children grow from helpless newborn to independent teen. "THE ART OF RAISING HAPPY KIDS" can't provide all the answers, but it can help resolve some often biggest issues facing parents, from coping with the sniffles to navigating social media. Whether you're cradling an infant or getting ready to send you child off to college, the most important things is to enjoy the ride! Every parent wants their child to be happy, healthy and well adjusted. But in an ever-changing world, how do we do just that? In this book, experts in child development, pediatrics, psychology and social work provide simple, straightforward advice on how to help your child grow up to be a strong, caring individual. It includes information on what it takes to keep a child healthy, including the newest research on nutrition, sleep, exercise and development. It illustrates how to build strong family ties, including bolstering emotional intelligence, effective communication strategies, and why it’s okay to let your child occasionally fail. Plus: Advice on navigating the world at large, from finding a balance with social media to coping with bullies and overcoming depression. Finally, developmental guidelines for every age, from newborns to teens, help the reader navigate the changes a child will face. Parenting can be a challenge, and this book is here to make the journey a little bit easier.
Teens who are handy have many opportunities to earn moneywhether being their own bosses, earning wages at a local business, or even volunteering to gain experience for future work, they can pick and choose the path that suits them best. Gaining experience through physical labor opens up a world of opportunity for those with the patience and talent to pursue such work. Readers learn that earning money doing handy jobs is a great way to develop skills, problem-solving abilities, and discipline. In this accessible volume, teens discover practical ways to manage time and money, whether self-employed or as an employee, how to acquire valuable experience and skills, and how to get the satisfaction of earning their own money. It also provides tips, such as knowing the local labor laws that affect them, how to network and advertise, and how to perfect their job seeking and interviewing skills.
Are you ready to take control of your future and maximize every opportunity that comes knocking? "Maximizing Opportunities Today for the Youth" is not just a book; it's a blueprint for success. Dive into the strategies, mindset shifts, and practical approaches that will propel you towards excellence in both your personal and professional life. Learn how to read widely, embrace trial and error, build a strong network, and master your craft to become a true expert in your field. Highlights in this guide ★How to Start a business while working 9-5 Job ★Real-life simple businesses anyone can start today ★How can I change my mindset to be more receptive to opportunities? ★What practical strategies can I implement to maximize opportunities in my personal and professional life? ★How can I break free from the mindset of quick success and focus on lasting strategies for financial growth? ★Principles to wealth ★Learning from the ANT the savings principles ★Investment avenues for the youth and how to make your money work for you ★How to save like a pro ★Living Debt Free Don't let another opportunity slip through your fingers. Grab your copy of "Maximizing Opportunities Today for the Youth" now and start your journey towards a brighter and more fulfilling future. Empower yourself with the knowledge and insights in these pages, and watch as you transform your life one opportunity at a time. The time to act is now is today - seize the moment and unlock your full potential!
It's never too soon to encourage your kids to be innovative and self-sufficient. And once your child hits the teen years, there are plenty of opportunities to earn money by doing odd jobs, or even by establishing a small home-grown business. This is a great opportunity for your teen to develop and strengthen his/ her individual skills and interests with a practical goal in mind. Is your teen interested in music or dancing? Is he/she clever with tools and hands-on tasks? Does he/she have an entrepreneurial spirit, or is he/she simply keen to earn money to reach a certain goal?The best way for your teen to earn money is by pursuing his/her own interests, whether it is swimming, working with children, working outdoors or on the computer. It is easier to maintain enthusiasm and stay innovative when we are doing something that we love. This book explores the basics of independent jobs for teens, so they can set up a business that is rewarding and enjoyable while paving a path into their chosen future. The book discusses 18 job ideas as well as a guide to help teens, or kids, get started in their own business. Ideas discussed include:* legal and safety considerations* Federal working laws* writing a business plan* how to ask for money* quotes and invoices* how to decide if a job is for you
Being good with your hands will help you in any number of situations. The know-how and inclination to fix things, whether it's a leaky roof or a torn sweater, makes a handy person the one friends, relatives, and neighbors turn to when things go wrong. There is a plethora of ways that young people who are good with their hands can harness these skills to make money, both in the current moment and the long term. This book is full of creative job ideas and pragmatic tips, with a particular focus on ways readers can develop entrepreneurial streaks.
