Writer Gigi Rosenberg, entrepreneur Lisa Canning, and painter James Winn offer advice to aspiring arts entrepreneurs, discussing topics such as obtaining financing, networking, and staying focused on creating art.

Entrepreneur Lisa Canning discusses some of the challenges she faced in starting her first venture at the age of eighteen, from applying for loans to hiring and managing older, more experienced employees.

Panelists Gigi Rosenberg, Lisa Canning, and James Winn discuss how to get started in their respective disciplines, and share common concerns such as getting organized, networking, and securing legal and financial representation.

Panelists Gigi Rosenberg, Lisa Canning, and James Winn explain why having a business plan is essential in terms of securing loans, creating benchmarks to measure success, and determining the direction of your business.

Entrepreneur Lisa Canning discusses various community resources that are available to artists in need of startup funding.

Panelists Gigi Rosenberg, Lisa Canning and James Winn discuss the benefits of participating in networking groups and offer tips on how to use these resources efficiently with little investment in time and effort.

Entrepreneur Lisa Canning explains why her business ventures are focused exclusively in the arts.

Panelists Gigi Rosenberg, Lisa Canning, and James Winn share advice on how to avoid becoming discouraged when beginning an arts-related business.

Panelists Gigi Rosenberg, Lisa Canning, and James Winn discuss techniques for using criticism constructively and keeping it in perspective with your goals and specific audience.