Becoming a "Lifer"

Distractions at home are going to keep me away from the studio this week but i wanted to share some wisdom from yet again, Robert Genn regarding how to make a decent living as an artist. He recalls a story about his dealer looking for artists who were "lifers" and Robert has a list of suggestions...
Know that others have gone where you wish to go.
Put "getting good" ahead of "making a living (and i might add, becoming famous)
Learn to be alone and to be your own best critic.
Cut back on impedimenta and outside distractions.
Work more hours than the average factory worker.
Notice interesting directions and go there again.
Become a perpetual student of your own progress.
Don't expect too much help from anyone or anything.
Stick to your vision, but don't fear change.
Do not be adverse to developing skills.
Know that raising standards has to be chronic.
Know that marketing is easier when you have quality.
Be curious about everything, including how you turn out.
If you fall in love, accept the gift, surrender.