Essential Text Snippets Every Creative Should Keep Handy
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Chapter 1: Streamlining Your Creative Workflow
As a creative entrepreneur, your to-do list is likely overflowing. Repeating the same text over and over is not an efficient use of your time. Yet, it’s something we often find ourselves doing.
Imagine needing a bio for an application or quickly crafting an out-of-office message while preparing for a vacation. Or consider the times you receive inquiries on social media, responding with the same information you’ve shared countless times before. It can be exhausting, but it doesn’t have to be!
What are Text Snippets?
Text snippets, often referred to as boilerplate text or swipe files, are ready-to-use, reusable blocks of text stored for easy access. Instead of rewriting the same details repeatedly, you can create a library of these snippets to save time and energy.
For instance, rather than drafting your bio from scratch every time it’s requested, you can compose it once, save it, and easily copy and paste it when needed.
Section 1.1: Time-Saving Snippet Ideas for Creatives
Let’s explore some practical text snippets that artists and makers can maintain to streamline operations and improve efficiency within their creative businesses.
Artist Statement
When applying for grants, exhibitions, or other opportunities, having a well-crafted artist statement is vital. This succinct description of your artistic philosophy and style can be challenging to write, so it’s beneficial to have it saved for future use when submitting your work to galleries or online platforms.
Bio
Crafting a personal biography can be daunting, especially for business owners. To ease this process, create a text snippet for your bio that highlights who you are, your background, journey, achievements, and any essential details you want to share.
Artwork or Product Descriptions
Maintain a comprehensive record of details for each piece of art to facilitate adding items to your shop or updating followers about your creations. Include the title, medium, dimensions, price, and a short description for each piece in your snippet library.
Exhibition Submission Emails
If you regularly submit your work to galleries, consider having a template email that introduces yourself and your work. This will save you time when customizing details for different submissions.
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Section 1.2: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
You likely encounter recurring questions from clients or your audience. Instead of crafting responses from scratch each time, compile a list of common inquiries and their answers. This can encompass your creative process, materials used, pricing, and availability, making it easier to respond promptly and effectively.
Additional Snippet Ideas
- Collaboration inquiries
- Portfolio requests
- Shop links
- Pricing or commission details
- Service and product information
By having these snippets at your disposal, you can navigate communications more efficiently, allowing you to concentrate on your art and business growth.
Chapter 2: Storing Your Text Snippets
Consider using a simple database, like Notion, to organize your text snippets. Tag them by category (e.g., DM, email, product description) for easy retrieval. Other platforms like Apple Notes, Airtable, or Google Docs can also work.
You might also set up saved responses directly in the tools you frequently use, such as Instagram or Gmail. Whichever method you choose, ensure that your snippets are well-organized and easily accessible.
I recently established a text snippet library for members of The Next Level Creative, providing access to templates that can streamline their processes. If you’re interested in elevating your creative business, consider joining us at thenextlevelcreative.com.
You don’t need to compile your entire library at once. As you go about your daily tasks, think about whether you’ve written something before that could be useful in the future. Adding it to your library will save you time and effort down the line!
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