Q: If I’m not a jewelry artist, will I benefit from this program?

A: Absolutely! This program is a holistic approach to your life and your art practice.

Anyone interested in improving their business, even if it wasn’t in art, would benefit from the module lessons and insights provided.

The examples I will provide will be mostly jewelry oriented, but I’m happy to provide ideas, tips and examples that are broader depending on who is taking the program and their goals.

Q: What is the difference between the Foundations for Artful Success (FAS) and the Building Profits for Artful Success (BPAS) class and is the material duplicated in each class?

A: Yes, I have 2 programs:

Foundations for Artful Success	Building Profits for Artful Success

Currently, the Foundations (FAS) runs every spring and the Building Profits (BPAS) runs late summer. You can read more about what is in each program on those links above.

I has so many people upset that they missed the class this spring and didn’t want to wait until next spring, so I took the FAS LIVE program and made it into a FAS Toolkit (home-study) last month from this spring’s LIVE class 3 month session.

It was $797 Fast Action Offer/$997 regular price, but the Home Study Toolkit is discounted because it does not have personalized coaching or the forum access. You can buy each Toolkit and work through them at $197 each or buy the entire program at $597.

The Bonus Module was the first module so if you are starting at the beginning, make sure to get that one!

If you purchase the entire Home Study Toolkit you do get access to the alumni Facebook forum where you’ll meet over 100 other seasoned Artful Success students and can bounce ideas off of them. So you do get some networking but nothing like the live event where you are bonding weekly on the same information/same ideas. Plus you are getting some interaction with me.

I charge $350 an hour for private coaching so that is value added into the LIVE class at a much better price! You get more intimacy with me at a lower price.

I am also going to be having a live event in Tucson during the Tucson Gem Show (FEB 2013). If you are a student of any of the full programs (FAS, FAS Home Study Toolkit, or BPAS) you get a free ticket to the event ($497/597 value). So that’s a bonus also.

Q: I’m not sure I can afford the program or will get out of the program the value being charged.

A: I want to work with those that know, with conviction, that they absolutely want to take their business to the next level now. They are tired of the struggle, the self-doubt, and being stuck.

They know it’s going to make them do the work, to be accountable to themselves to take the next step and evolve their business so it becomes more profitable. I’m going to show you an amazing number of things that will change the way you look at your practice (mindset), show you how to improve your brand, and how to market your work.

22 years of solid experiences in retail and wholesale art practices being shared with you! Not lofty book theory, but smart, creative solutions and ideas to fine-tune your business.

What would it be worth to you to sell more, to have more recognition of your work, have more organization and less stress?

If you sold just 5 more pieces, you’d make back your investment and you’d have skills to carry you forward for years.

This is an investment in you. It’s not a purchase. Is it time for you to put some skin in the game? If you want something bad enough, you find a way to make it happen.

Saying you can’t afford it, is reaffirming you are stuck in that mindset of lack and deprivation. Instead, I’d rather you said to yourself, “I’m choosing not to participate at this time.”

“If you do what you’ve always done, you’ll get what you’ve always gotten, and feel what you’ve always felt.” – Anthony Robbins.

Is it time for change in your life and in your business?

Q: How does this program work?

A: From July 31st through October 22nd, every Tuesday at 5:30pm PT, there will be a webinar or live Q&A session on each module.  It’s okay if you cannot attend, as you will receive within 24 hours the recording.  You can review the recording later.  

As an extra bonus, prior to each module, you’ll receive an easy-to-follow outline that can be used for easier note-taking (no other program that I have taken has offered this type of excellent support resource!).

You will have two weeks to then listen, digest, synthesize and do the work before the next class!

We will also have 6 live Q & A sessions the following Tuesday after the class to answer your questions covering the past topics. You will have the opportunity to submit them via email prior to the class. Live questions will also be taken via chat but emailed questions will be answered first.

An invaluable think-tank private forum, just for participants will be available. Ask your fellow participants your questions, share experiences and use this opportunity to connect + collaborate + create ™.

I will encourage participation and finding an accountability partner as well. We often need someone to be accountable to for our growth and this experience is invaluable.

You’ll find this one of the best experiences ever and you will make friendships that will last a lifetime.

You will receive lots of downloadable handouts, resources, tips and exercises.

Q: What do I need to take part in the program?

A: A stable, reliable internet connection is required as all of the files will be delivered online. While a computer is optimal for the program, you can still watch the recordings of the classes on an iPad or iPhone.

You will not be able to attend the scheduled classes or the Q&A sessions on an iPhone or iPad, but you can still submit your questions via email and you can watch all of the recordings from your iPad or iPhone, where your emailed questions would be answered.

While any internet browser can work*, we have experienced many issues with Internet Explorer.  We strongly recommend using an alternate browser, such as Safari, Firefox or Chrome.  

We also strongly recommend having the class times set aside with everyone in your household.  For best viewing, no one connected to your internet should be: downloading files online, watching netflix, playing online games or performing other heavy online tasks.  Due to the quality of the video, your bandwidth may not be able to handle everything, and the video can become unwatchable.  Depending on your personal connection, the restrictions may vary.

Recordings will be provided in mp4 files (recording with presentation) and mp3 files (just the audio). Handouts, slides and outlines will be provided via PDF files. Most computers, smartphones and tablets can naturally handle these files.

* Note that some students have experienced trouble with watching the classes. They will see a black screen instead of the actual class. This is normally related to the Flash player installed. Make sure that you have updated to the most recent Flash player. For additional help making sure you are ok, go here:
http://helpx.adobe.com/flash-player/kb/find-version-flash-player.html

Q: How long is the program?

A: The program is 12 weeks long plus the bonus week! This is 91 days for you to form new habits and reinforce them.

I’m offering those that make decisive action a BONUS week!

Q: Will there be one-on-one time with you for private coaching/mentorship?

A: The classes will provide you with an opportunity to submit your issues and receive a customized solution just for you. So we will have this time to go deeper into your particular situation and others can learn from you.  Fast action is required.  I answer the questions received first before others.

I will also be participating in the forum, guiding the tribe and giving input when needed.

I do not do email coaching, however, an appointment can be made for additional coaching at my hourly rate if you feel you need more guidance.

Q: I don’t know if I’ll have time to do one more thing. How much time will I need every week?

A: When something is really important to you, you make time. If you do the work and implement the things I will show you about self-management, you’ll have the time for the program. However, you will need to be willing to try new things, to step outside your “comfort zone”.

Your mind will always find excuses not to grow and change. It likes things simple, to keep still and “the same”, instead of being in a state of flux for your success.

Are you ready to make real changes and see real results? Would that be worth 10 hours a week for you to dedicate to experience more productivity, happiness and profits?

I recommend allocating between 3 hours and 15 hours per week to make the significant changes needed for progress.

Remember that the Resource Center (where all the recordings and handouts will be kept) is available 24 hours each day for the 12 weeks to accommodate your schedule!  You can download everything from the resource center and listen to it anytime (I strongly recommend this because you’ll hear different things each time you listen!).

Q: What else will we get in the program?

A: I’m going to be sending out a surprise gift during the second week of the program! Your going to find it invaluable and icing on the cake!

Not to mention that if you sign up for the program you will have the opportunity to win one of the door prizes worth nearly $800 in awesome tools and supplies:

• Crafted Findings – Riveting Tool
• Whole Lotta Whimsy – Hadar Clay
• Faux Bone Starter Kit and Faux Bone Ring Kit
• Makins – Professional Stainless Steel Extruder
• $100 Gift Certificate from Metal Clay Supply good towards the purchase of Quick Art Products
• $100 Gift Certificate from Paragon good towards the purchase of a Kiln
• $100 Gift Certificate from Rio Grande
• $50 Gift Certificate from Objects and Elements
• Whole Lotta Whimsy – Set of 3 Master Muse Tutorials
• Whole Lotta Whimsy DVD
• Whole Lotta Whimsy Books
• Whole Lotta Whimsy Tools
• Whole Lotta Whimsy Supplies

Plus, you have the opportunity to win some these door prizes, just for being in the FREE class, 5 Must-Have Components to Building Profits!

Q: What is the difference between this program and the Home-study Toolkits?

A: I have had so many people upset that they missed the Foundations for Artful Success program, and they didn’t want to wait until next spring, so I took the FAS LIVE program and made it into a home-study Toolkit. However, the home-study is discounted because it does not have personalized coaching or the forum access.

If you purchase the entire home-study Toolkit you do get access to the alumni Facebook forum where you’ll meet over 100 other seasoned Artful Success students and can bounce ideas off of them. So you do get some networking but nothing like this event where you are bonding weekly on the same information/same ideas. Plus you are getting a lot of interaction with me in this event that I cannot provide with the home-study Toolkit!

Q: What is the Live Event, and what have I been hearing about a special offer?

A: It will be held in 2013 in Tucson, AZ during the Tucson Gem Show. It’s a 3 day event, tenatively scheduled for (Thurs, Fri and Sat).

There is no cash value to the FREE ticket and cannot be transferred to another party. One FREE ticket per person.

Tickets will be sold later in 2012 for $497. The event dates and location have not yet been secured. Other experts will share their valuable content, demos will be available, challenging exercises, and fun networking! This will be the do-not-miss event!

Later in the year, I will be announcing the dates and times through the Take Flight eZine. There will be a $97 no show deposit taken at that time to secure your place. We will also be offering special VIP happenings which will be sent out at a later date!