The struggle of comparison can be overwhelming while auditioning for gigs. It's important to stay diversified and focus on doing a variety of things, such as teaching.
The speaker expresses hesitation about giving a tour to an artist who has a bad reputation, but also reflects on the importance of art in their life, and comments on the contrast between their own job and that of an artist.
The guest speaker shares his experience of running multiple businesses and how he balances it with his creative pursuits. He highlights the importance of getting out of your own way and not waiting for perfection.
The speaker talks about how being able to buy time allows for the opportunity to become what people want and mentions the example of Robert De Niro's portrayal of the character Travis Bickle in the movie "Taxi Driver."
The diversification of identity and income is crucial for artists to take a more deliberate path while crafting their work rather than just making garbage. George Daniel is mentioned in passing.