Creative people can’t (and shouldn’t) try to go it alone.  If you want to cut the amount of time it takes to make it, then get a mentor. They can give you direction, steer you in that direction, and keep you on track and from crashing as you go donw the road that they have…

I hate to admit it, but for the most part self promotion is a popularity contest, and a strong following proves that you are marketable. In many cases, having a large fan base can be a deal maker (and if you don’t have one, a deal breaker).  Everyone knows that dedicated motivated fans will do…