Every industry has its myths—stories insiders repeat until they sound like truth. But behind the slogans and the spin are unspoken (and sometimes unnoticed) realities – we asked some of the wisest folks we know to share what lies they’ve noticed in their industries.
Princess Frenxh
One of the biggest lies my industry tells itself is that you can’t reinvent yourself. People are told to pick a lane and stay in it, but I believe the opposite. You should be constantly evolving, rebranding, and putting your best foot forward as you grow. The truth is, we’re meant to explore every version of ourselves. Read more>>
Krystal Lopez
This question is a spicy one, but I am all in for it! As a maker, one of the biggest lies the industry tells itself is that creativity should be scalable, fast, and endlessly marketable. Read more>>
Frances Druding
One of the things I think we’re missing right now is the visibility of true artists. Social media has created this pressure that if you’re not constantly posting, trending, or going viral, somehow your talent doesn’t count. Read more>>
Kate Korsak
The publishing industry has a fast-growing narrative that claims value is equivalent to success. Independent authors in particular are told that, in order to succeed, we must write faster, publish more, and go viral as quickly as possible. I disagree with these things. Rapid publishing is a very new concept. Up until now, writers only job was to work on their story. Read more>>
