Ceri is joined in this episode by Titania Altius, a creative trailblazer with over 20 years in the music and creative industry. Learn Titania's invaluable insights on how artists can sustain thriving careers and the pivotal elements for successfully sharing creative work. Hear Titania's experiences in championing musicians, unlocking funding and enabling artists to turn passions into purpose. Discover who Titania considers true creative leaders and role models. Plus find out the change Titania intends to spark within the industry regarding opportunity and equality. KEY TAKEAWAYS Music licensing ensures musicians get fairly paid when their work gets used, providing long-term income streams Artists should focus both on the now and on building future revenue foundations The industry landscape can be confusing for artists - connect with licensing bodies for support Collaboration across creative disciplines like music, dance and visual arts can be very powerful Funders want to back compelling projects but need artists to articulate their vision and goals Networks, mentors and teams are invaluable for progress Ask yourself what's missing and address gaps impeding your ambitions Diversity requires more than just hiring - ongoing nurturing of rising talent is key BEST MOMENTS  "If you don't attend to that creative itch, you're no use to anyone. Sometimes you've just got to stop and go and just do something creative for yourself." "I want to see people come together, create their own communities, whether it's a network or it's an event. It is beautiful." "Don't just bring someone in and plonk them in...It's about building so that when opportunities arise, that person you're looking for is ready." PODCAST HOST BIO Meet Ceri Hand, the driving force behind countless creative success stories. A creative coach, entrepreneur, and dynamic speaker, she's committed to empowering creatives to realise their dreams and make a meaningful impact through her creative coaching, mentoring and training company. With three decades in the arts under her belt, Ceri has ridden the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Now, she's here to help you achieve your goals, your way. **** Do you love making art and long to make more money from your work? If the answer is yes, we have exciting news for you! Ceri Hand's transformative course ‘How To Price And Sell Your Art’ is now available for a very special price, only for the month of January. This course offers an incredibly rare opportunity to take part in monthly group coaching calls with Ceri herself. Alongside these unique sessions, you'll receive self-study course materials packed with insider intel, guidance and advice, teaching you all you need to know to understand the commercial art world and make more money doing what you love. What are you waiting for? https://www.cerihand.com/price-and-sell-your-art/ [email protected] @cerihand