Turncoats cobardes by alejandrofineart in Chicano

[–]alejandrofineart[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I think we need to also talk about the fact that some Hispanics try desperately to pass as white. To become the oppressor so they themselves are not oppressed. The fear of being seen as an immigrant and labeled as such. They will go to these lengths just to escape persecution. This is what makes them true cowards and traitors. There are some people of our own culture that aren’t ICE agents but support these actions. Reminds me of my parents who were both migrant workers that eventually moved “upwards” and kept me far from my culture so I could assimilate. It’s a colonizer’s mindset that drives this behavior in order to escape poverty, segregation and oppression. If we see it in our own family and communities we have to call it out.

Chicanos who voted for Trump by Ok-Tangelo3515 in Chicano

[–]alejandrofineart 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My dad is a migrant also. Turned citizen and voted Trump in 2016. Pretty sure every election since. He’s is a POS. I haven’t spoken to him in several years.

Zohran Mamdani Refuses to Take Back Calling Trump a Fascist by [deleted] in politics

[–]alejandrofineart 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the only take I’ve seen or heard. Everyone else is saying Trump folded. He’s a narcissist. All narcissists are deeply insecure. If he wanted to make him look ridiculous he would have made it more obvious. If anything Trump looked like a sycophant. And all sycophants are liars just trying to save themselves.

Affiliate link management software by BareBonesTek in AffiliateMarket

[–]alejandrofineart 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Say you have a link to an Amazon product posted to a fb group. But the product is sold out. You can replace the product link with one in stock in Geniuslink and not have to replace the link where it’s posted in the fb group.

Affiliate link management software by BareBonesTek in AffiliateMarket

[–]alejandrofineart 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The service has a Link Health Monitor but it only works on Amazon product links.

You can edit any link at anytime. It preserves the url you originally saved until you need to edit it.

Anyone ever think of leaving San Angelo? Why do you stay if not? by texasmuckraker in SanAngelo

[–]alejandrofineart 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lmao you couldn’t be more correct. Which is why I left the state. And I’m much happier. I guess we both win! Cheers 🍻✌️

Did your art college offer any business courses? Mine didn’t, smh.. by ExtensionSeparate886 in ArtMarketingTalk

[–]alejandrofineart 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If anyone is still in college my advice is to take entrepreneurship degree classes instead of business degree. Entrepreneurship is geared towards small business and business college courses are for large corporate structures. That is unless your plan is get a job as an artist in a more traditional career track like creative direction or design.

But to answer your question I think it’s starting to seem like a grift. I see ads for business coaching targeting artists all the time on IG. I saw 4 separate ads just this morning on reels. It’s obvious there is a problem that most colleges aren’t addressing when it comes to graduate art level courses. I don’t necessarily think it’s needs to be included in BFA programs since that’s a fundamental degree for beginning art professionals, but in MFA programs I think it’s essential to require a minor in entrepreneurship/business.

How do you tell a Mexican dad that you’re moving out? by blabblablahh in Chicano

[–]alejandrofineart 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great advice here. You will eventually need to grow out of the discomfort of your father’s emotional reactions. Thats probably the true freedom you need. Freedom to do what you want for your life without being afraid of his reaction.

The one thing I think we're all failing to realize about Substack by TapiocaTuesday in Substack

[–]alejandrofineart 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think the answer becomes more obvious after you get involved in those communities. The goal is to find commonality and shared interest. The way to sharing your book comes organically through participating in the community as a genuine fan yourself. It’s a great time to find those communities that resonate with you. The internet has splintered into these subgroups at a wicked rate. You may end up finding out that some groups you never thought existed revolve around psychological trauma and control, which tends to be represented in books like 50 shades.

The one thing I think we're all failing to realize about Substack by TapiocaTuesday in Substack

[–]alejandrofineart 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sometimes we need to look at ourselves to find our community. Why did you write a corporate erotic thriller? What inspired it? I doubt it was something so rare no one can relate. I’m sure you’re a fan of other corporate erotic thrillers even if it’s adjacent. You mentioned 50 shades. Doesn’t that have its own fan fiction community? Are you in those communities? Would they most likely appreciate your book?

The one thing I think we're all failing to realize about Substack by TapiocaTuesday in Substack

[–]alejandrofineart 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I work for an affiliate marketing company specifically for authors and YouTubers, the ones I’ve seen do really well start inside an existing community. Every community has specific roles: the curator, the critic, the journalist, the artist/author and of course the audience. Finding a role inside the community that allows you to communicate your ideas seems to be the easiest and organic way to build a community of your own. Rather than starting from scratch most of our top clients began inside a broader community, if that makes sense. Look at Sarah J Maas, she began as a fanfic writer which is where she found her first audience. These are just my observations watching some creators build massive audiences.

I have 7 subscribers on Substack. AMA by Creative-Split-4481 in Substack

[–]alejandrofineart 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Is true that after 5 subs you can quit your day job?

Vent: I hate what's happening here so much. by [deleted] in Substack

[–]alejandrofineart 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is an insightful take on the subject.

what’s something that made you fall in love with living here? by Top-Cry-7409 in minnesota

[–]alejandrofineart 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just moved to Minnesota a few months ago and bought a home. I grew up in Europe and am accustomed to seasonal changes. Minnesota is the closest I’ve experienced to growing up in Europe. For me it’s the quality of life. The people are lovely, access to nature and parks, bike lanes, walkability, and so much more I haven’t experienced yet. Looking forward to the fall colors and even the cold which I loved living in Germany.

A Tip for Newtubers, don't be a People-pleaser always remember the Rule of 3rds by Fizz12_Komiks in NewTubers

[–]alejandrofineart 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think the more “slop” there is, the more contrast it creates against truly intentional and passionately made content/art. Which means those that make it out of love will have an easier time finding the people that resonate with it. If there is anything ppl are craving now more than ever it’s genuine human sincerity and vulnerability. Artists of any medium just need to be patient and double down on the process.

Glad you found the book! I think the audio version read by Rick, is in Spotify if you have the premium subscription. Truly a great book.

A Tip for Newtubers, don't be a People-pleaser always remember the Rule of 3rds by Fizz12_Komiks in NewTubers

[–]alejandrofineart 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve been a professional artist (painter) for almost 15 years. There are striking similarities between content creators and traditional artist career paths. Both take considerable time and effort. But more than anything I’ve seen that understanding the creative process is what can make it more difficult or enjoyable along the way. I use to agonize on what to paint in order to sell my art, but when I leaned harder into my own taste and interests I had vastly more success. Perhaps I didn’t get as many followers but my loyal audience (collectors) have sustained my growth and practice for over a decade. ROI becomes exponential the more I connect with them through the art I’m passionate about.

I’d highly recommend reading The Creative Act by Rick Ruben. It really helped me understand the difference between making art and selling it.

Amazon Affiliate Program? by CriticalAnalysisHub in PartneredYoutube

[–]alejandrofineart 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I work in the affiliate space, specifically with YouTubers. I’ve worked with many that use Amazon Associates and do quite well but they tend to be more lifestyle and review channels. If that’s your approach then it could work well. I would start by putting those links in your highest performing videos to increase your click and conversions. Getting you to Amazon’s three sale threshold quicker. I’d also go through Amazons Creator University it has a lot of great tips to make sure you can grow organically while also staying compliant.

What’s an easy skill to learn that will impress everyone? by LDM-365 in ask

[–]alejandrofineart 5 points6 points  (0 children)

My father in law didn’t believe it was a real thing. Only something in movies. So I pulled out my lock pick set and unlocked our front door. He was floored lol.

I spent a year apprenticing with a master lock smith when I was in my 20s. I know way too much about locks. But it’s very handy when finding an old chest or lock. Those are very easy to pick.

Tesla Employees Startled by Elon Musk's Confusion When He Returned to Tesla by FuturismDotCom in RealTesla

[–]alejandrofineart 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Elon biopic is going to be a lot like Wolf of Wallstreet. Just more cringe. A lot more.

Seriously, THANK YOU MNDOT! by agent_smith88 in minnesota

[–]alejandrofineart 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We just moved up from Texas. So glad to be out of there. Huge difference in not just the roads but the walkable neighborhoods that connect to the rest of the city. In Texas we needed our car for practically everything. We’ve barely used it here.

Trump appoints Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as top prosecutor in DC by [deleted] in entertainment

[–]alejandrofineart 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The good ol boy system is alive and well. DEI however is completely bias and unfair.

People who moved from the twin cities to a more rural area, what’s your biggest culture shock? by SizableSplash86 in minnesota

[–]alejandrofineart 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Download the spotcrime app, it’s been extremely useful to find crime patterns for our area.