Career Advice

Seven habits of successful people
Nothing is stronger than a habit, wrote the Roman poet Ovid. But you have the power to choose what those…

Why you should start a creative side project
Don’t wait for someone else to give you a job. A personal project may be the opportunity you need.

Does your business plan pass the checklist?
You probably know you should have a business plan. Did you know you might need two?

The power of intuition
Intuitition isn't just for creative work. It also has a place in the way you manage your career.

Are you tax-deductible?
Donations to individual artists are not usually tax-deductible, but crowdsourcing could provide new opportunities.

After the EOI: What's next?
Breathing a sigh of relief now your Expression of Interest for Australia Council is done? Sorry, but it's no time…

How to make the most of a mentor
A sounding board, a warning bell, or a beacon of hope: a mentor can be any or all, but only…

How to be ready for uni
Tertiary study can be a placeholder or real stepping stone to a career. Be ready to make the most of…

How to develop awesome mentors early
A good mentor will help you fast track your learning, will challenge your thinking and will advise you in tough…

Online platforms redefine work
If a 9-5 job doesn’t leave time for your creative work and your art doesn't pay the bills, a peer-to-peer…