It's time for the Artist to thrive in Business and in Life.

1. Companies and people are always looking for different perspectives in how to approach solving problems.?

2. Don't be discouraged by numbers or math. Many judge you or assume you aren't good at math because you are an artist. This is simply not true. It's quite the contrary .? We have the ability to train your mind to think and do anything you want it to . This is figuring out how to learn new ideas. Most cases it's just visual. It's understanding information, not memorizing it. If you understand it, you can apply it to your life and help others you love apply it to theirs.?

3. I was told being a CEO of a company would be nearly impossible because of my background. I am here to say I will prove this person wrong. Running companies are about having a vision? and having a strong and effective management team around you who believe in the same vision and will do anything and everything to fight for that shared vision.

4. Financial literacy is a must for any entrepreneur or business person. Most Americans are living paycheck to paycheck. Clearly our education system is broken. I encourage you to find a mentor or a teacher who can guide you to make better financial choices and plan for your future.? Luckily I have found many and one in particular has changed my life.?

5. You are an advantage because if you are an artist , you are most likely heart centered. You have always gone after your passion so build from that passion. Many spend most of their lives trying to find that passion or the courage to pursue what fulfills them.?

6. Not everyone is lucky enough to have a supportive family or friends. Go out and seek that. Your associations are your destiny.?

7. You must be resilient. Anytime I get discouraged, I think of my parents and how much they sacrificed.. That's enough.?

8. We are living in a time where anything and everything is possible in business, especially if you are an artist, a creator or a thinker.?

9. I do believe it's an art to actually execute and deliver your vision. Film is the perfect example and I am so blessed I got to work on many.? To me, that's so symbolic of building a company too.?

10. You are as good as your team. If you are a true leader, your team is right there for you at all times.?

11. Artists are trying to preserve humanity and self-expression. I encourage all of you to find the artist within you.?

12. Canva is proof of this. There is a huge need now to be visual and find creative ways to convey an idea.