2 or 2000

Some performers won’t show up unless the venue is sold out. It’s 2,000 or nothing. These artists want a full house. They don’t bother with anything less than max fan or spectator base. (Personally, I’ve found myself more comfortable speaking in front of 10,000 people than 10.)

Then there are some who show up only if the venue has a couple of people in it. It’s low-key and personal. Informal and layered with emotional connections. A packed house is not their jam.

You might feel strongly that one scenario is better than the other. Maybe more fans is a sign that you can create more value to more people and that makes you feel fulfilled? Or maybe fewer fans means that you can create a deeper connection with them – something you couldn’t do with a thousand at once?

Neither preference is wrong. The only wrong is to think that one is more valuable than the other and to turn away from the one we’re less attracted to.

Why?

Because, as an artist, our goal is to make meaningful change. Period.

Quantity doesn’t matter. Making a difference does.

Stay Positive & And For That, We Thank You

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