What if almost everything you’ve been taught about selling more art on Instagram is wrong? What if follower count has become one of the biggest distractions from what actually builds a meaningful art career? After interviewing countless successful artists, I’ve discovered something wild: many thriving artists have surprisingly small followings. Their success was not built on chasing numbers—it was built on creating meaningful work, nurturing real relationships, and staying true to their own path. In this short, heart-centered episode, discover the love-based action that matters far more than follower count. Learn how to have more fun, make more genuine connections, and build an art career that reflects who you truly are. As the ancient Greek inscription above the entrance to the Oracle at Delphi reminds us: "Know thyself."
Podcast Cover art "Buddha's Hand" Lemon. Stilllife by Charmed Studio Subscriber British Columbian artist Leigh Buchanan.
Read my article, 4 Surprising Benefits of a Small Mailing List to discover a heart-centered way to develop soulful relationships and unexpected prosperity through your art blog or newsletter.
Or check out this Charmed Studio Post: How Do I Get More Comments on My Art Blog? 7 Secrets You Won’t Hear Anywhere Else.
And remember, you already have enough followers, now it's time to get to know them, enjoy them, and accept the wisdom and grace and warmth they have to give you. IMO, Authentic connection is the key to sales and happiness in general.
"You already have everything you need to be content. Your real work is to do whatever it takes to realize that." - Geneen Roth
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When I talked about you staying safe online I'm really talking about doing things like getting a local or virtual PO BOX (this is what I have) to protect your private address. You are worth it.
Michael Neil and Steve Chandler's Video-based Money Course I talked about on this podcast is below ( I'm NOT an affiliate of this, just love it and it helped me laugh about money and see things differently and it is only 99 bucks.)
Customer Astonishment is a concept first put forth by Darby Checketts in his enlightening book Customer Astonishment:10 Secrets to World-Class Customer Care.