Image item
 Written by a lovely human -  Julieanne Steedman (no AI over here!) from The School for Modern Makers. Field Guide for the Modern Maker is a weekly dose of inspiration, joy, and business tips for creative entrepreneurs. 
VOL.11
BUILDING A JOY-FILLED CREATIVE BUSINESS
 
Happy Thursday  First name / Lovely!
 
After a brilliant day with my Mastermind group yesterday (it was our fall retreat, this one was held online) I woke up today in an absolutely fabulous mood. While out on my morning walk, I was thinking of all the things in my business that bring me joy. A few of them include:
  • Being part of a brilliant creative community
  • Having a great morning breakfast routine with my kids (it's super chill and we always sit down together which I love)
  • Working everyday doing something I enjoy
  • Being able to take breaks during the day (to walk, or say - bake muffins like I just did).
I wonder what it is for you. What in your business brings you joy? 
 
ON THE STUDIO: Bookshelf
 
A book that I reach for again and again (and happens to currently be on my desk) is DO/OPEN by David Hiett. If you are looking to write great newsletters, foster community, and really transform your business - it is a perfect read. It's from part of a series of DO BOOKS that I love. Each one is written by someone who has great success with a certain topic that has shared their experience and learning in a book. The books themselves are easy to read, beautifully laid out, and there is something wonderful about a collection of useful books that is just pleasing. 
 
 
I recommend this book for makes and artists who are Talented Tourists and Avid Adventurers on the Makers Map, though it's still great no matter which stage you are on of your creative business journey. 
 
If you haven't yet, download a copy of our most-loved resource, the Makers Map. Inside there are more book, podcast, and resource recommendations based on where you are at with your creative business.  
Image item
POPULAR: in the shop
 
We've had a flurry of new students enroll this week in Bookkeeping Basics: For Makers & Artists which is super inspiring! Understanding and getting your bookkeeping sorted is an amazing step towards building a profitable creative business and I feel so excited for everyone who has signed up. 
 
 
quote of the week
 
 
I hope you have enjoyed this issue of Field Guide for the Modern Maker. Wishing you a joy-filled, creative week!
 
I'd love it if you hit reply today and shared with me -
What brings you joy in your business?
 
Image item
 
 
HOW CAN I HELP YOU? ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ
 
  1. ๐Ÿ’ป (FREE) Download my newly updated Handmade Business Guide.
  2. ๐Ÿ—“ (SHOP) Make your creative business life easier by using our much-loved Modern Maker Planner.
  3. ๐ŸŽŸ (WAITLIST) Join the waitlist and work with me in a small group of students inside the Modern Maker Method, my 1x year LIVE signature program!
 
 
 
P.S. If you have โ€˜grow my email newsletter listโ€™ on your to-do list for 2024, I highly recommend giving Flodesk a go. It's intuitive, beautiful, and easy-to-use (I love things that are simple!). 
 
At times, I collaborate with affiliate programs that may generate commissions from clicks and/or purchases. These affiliate links support all the free content I offer, and I only endorse products that I genuinely use and appreciate. Thank you for your support!
 
ยฉ 2024 Julieanne Steedman, All rights reserved. 
 
Unit 2 Box 1
Nairn Centre, ONT P0M2L0, Canada