Every industry has its myths—stories insiders repeat until they sound like truth. But behind the slogans and the spin are unspoken (and sometimes unnoticed) realities – we asked some of the wisest folks we know to share what lies they’ve noticed in their industries.
Dawnette Palmore
One of the biggest lies in the financial industry is that money is just about the numbers. We’re told if you budget right, invest well, or buy the “perfect” product, everything will fall into place. But the truth is, money is emotional. Our mindset, beliefs, and habits around money play just as big a role as the dollars themselves. Read More>>
Melissa Clarke
“Designers should do it all.” Reality: No one can excel at design, procurement, project management, bookkeeping, and social media all at once. The myth of the “solo super-designer” keeps many small firms stretched thin instead of embracing delegation, systems, and support. Which is where we come in! Design isn’t just about making things pretty – there is so much more involved! Read More>>
Corey Sampson
The biggest lie the industry leads us to believe is that there is a cut of age for perfecting and pursuing your craft. I deal in all genres of music but main focus is Hip-Hop and there is a huge disconnect between generations and a lack of respect older and younger artist have for each. Read More>>
Jasmine Diane
That our opinion is not important. In the music industry, a lot of leaders just want to sell units. Units of merch, or songs or tickets. They believe in order to sell those units, we cannot speak our minds. That people do not care about our issues, they just want to dance or fuck. I don’t subscribe to that kind of ignorance. Read More>>
Heather Fiore
I am shocked that so many dietitians are still working on the premise of calories in and calories out, that we all can and should control our bodies. Instead of acknowledging that bodies are complicated and often unpredictable, they will take the stance that someone is not being honest about how much they are eating or exercising. Read More>>
