# 433. What’s the Worst Thing That Could Happen? & How to Succeed Anyway

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Podcast: [Artist Academy](https://stenobird.com/podcast/artist-academy-418381)
Published: 2026-03-30T12:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.artistacademy.co/podcasts/artist-academy-2/episodes/2149185625
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## Resource

This week on the   Artist Academy Podcast , I’m walking through a simple question that can change everything when you’re scared to go all in on your art career: what’s the worst that could actually happen? I’m breaking down the biggest fears artists have around money, pricing, clients, skill level, and stability—and sharing how I’ve handled those same fears in my own business. We’ll look at what those “worst case scenarios” actually look like in real life (hint: most of them are fixable), and how to handle them with a plan instead of panic. If you’ve been stuck in the “but what if…” loop, this episode will help you move forward with more clarity, confidence, and a solid game plan.

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