No Backup Plan by Nathaniel Drew
Why Seeking External Validation is a Recipe for Disaster | #005
Feb 24, 2023
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- Focusing on artistic integrity over popularity leads to more meaningful work.
- Prioritizing creative freedom and self-expression reduces reliance on external validation.
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Balancing popularity and artistic integrity
The speaker discusses the relationship between popularity and the quality of their work. They grapple with the challenge of creating work that is popular while also maintaining artistic integrity. They reflect on how their most favorite work is not always the most popular and how they have shifted their focus towards artistic integrity rather than solely pursuing popularity. They acknowledge the influence of algorithms and social media in promoting more superficial content, but emphasize the importance of staying true to their own artistic vision.
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