Show the human side of your work from "summary" of Show Your Work! by Austin Kleon
When we think about sharing our work, we often focus on the end result—the finished product that we want to show off to the world. But what's often missing from this equation is the human side of our work. Sharing the human side of your work means letting people see not just what you do, but who you are as a person. It's about sharing the process, the struggles, the triumphs, and the setbacks that you experience along the way. By showing the human side of your work, you make your creative process more relatable to others. You show that you are not just a machine churning out perfect work, but a real person with doubts, fears, and insecurities. This vulnerability can be incredibly powerful in connecting with your audience on a deeper level. When you share your struggles and setbacks, you show that you are not perfect, but that you ...
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