Episode 105: Boosting Self-Worth as a Creative: Overcoming Perfectionism, Pricing Your Art, and Building Confidence with Hayley Price
In today’s episode, I sit down with Hayley Price, an inspiring artist mentor and coach. We dive into how self-worth plays a pivotal role in the success of creative professionals. Hayley opens up about her personal journey with self-esteem, and we discuss how creatives can overcome challenges with self-promotion, burnout, and valuing their work.
The Confidence Boost from Showing Up
We kick things off with Hayley’s story about the discomfort she felt during her first professional photo shoot. Despite her nerves, seeing the final images gave her a boost in confidence and a sense of validation, making her feel more deserving of her success. Hayley acknowledges that self-promotion didn’t come naturally at first, but stepping in front of the camera and creating content became essential to building her self-worth.
Shifting Self-Promotion to Offering Value
We also address the fear many artists face when it comes to being seen. Hayley and I discuss how self-promotion can sometimes feel self-indulgent, but she shares how she reframed it to focus on the value she provides to others. We delve into the idea that self-worth is about recognizing you’re worthy of making an impact—something many creatives struggle to fully embrace.
Overcoming Burnout by Realigning with Passion
Hayley then opens up about her experience with burnout, a challenge many creatives know all too well. By taking a step back to restructure her business, she made space for what truly inspired her. This realignment not only reignited her creativity but also significantly boosted her self-worth. Her story is a reminder that self-worth isn’t static—it grows as we nurture ourselves and make choices aligned with our passions.
Hayley’s journey is a powerful testament to the idea that building self-worth takes time and intention. Her vulnerability, combined with practical advice, highlights how taking uncomfortable steps and focusing on the value you offer can transform both your business and your life. If you’ve ever struggled with self-promotion or feeling worthy of your success, this episode is for you.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
Self-worth is deeper than fleeting self-esteem. It's about recognizing your talents, capabilities, and worth, regardless of external factors or mood. Developing a strong sense of self-worth allows you to charge appropriately for your work, market yourself confidently, and believe in your potential for success.
Many creatives delay taking steps like promoting or charging their worth because they feel everything has to be perfect. There is power in embracing imperfection, taking chances, and moving forward without waiting for everything to be perfectly aligned.
Surrounding yourself with a supportive community can boost your self-worth. Having people who uplift you, remind you of your talents, and encourage you can make a big difference in overcoming self-doubt.
Regularly documenting your progress, both in business and personal growth, helps you see how far you’ve come. Write down your accomplishments, reflect on your journey, and use this as motivation when you feel stuck.
Whether through professional therapy or personal self-care practices, it’s essential to work on your mindset and emotional well-being. Finding what’s therapeutic for you—whether it’s painting without a goal, journaling, or spending time in nature—can help clear mental clutter and improve your sense of worth.
Hayley Price is a dedicated advocate and mentor for artists at every stage of their careers. With a background as a Studio Art and Business double major, Hayley possesses a deep understanding of both the creative and commercial challenges artists face in the ever-changing landscape of today’s art world. Her journey has been shaped by a commitment to fostering growth, building relationships, and empowering artists to focus on their passion while she tackles the challenges that ultimately take them out of the studio. Hayley’s philosophy, rooted in the belief that it takes an artist to know an artist, guides her approach to supporting both emerging and established talents. Recognizing the multifaceted nature of an artist’s work life, which spans from creation to marketing, networking, website development, and managing finances, she offers support to those overwhelmed by these demands. Hayley’s extensive experience in starting and running her own art business, coupled with her success in growing both online and physical art galleries, has endowed her with invaluable insights into the art business world, insights she is passionate about sharing with her community.
Connect with Hayley:
The Art Coaching Club
Instagram Art Coaching Club
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