Amanda Palmer and The Art of Asking

I’ve always told my kids, “If you never ask, the answer is always ‘no’.” I’ve also met many, many artists who are afraid of the art of asking. Asking for the sale. Asking for constructive criticism. Asking for the deal. Asking for assistance. Asking for the interview. Asking for some outrageous type of help from someone far more famous or important than them. As an artist, how well do you excel in the art of asking?

In this insightful TED talk, controversial artist and musician, Amanda Palmer...