We love contrarians. We love hearing unique view points and so one of our favorite things to ask folks is for them to tell us something they believe that most people in their industry disagree with. Check out some of those responses below.

Iirama

Most creatives feel like they need to be perfect before they can put themselves out there or share their art with the world. People within the creative industry often focus on maketability, consumerism, and profitability. I have seen talented creatives be talked out of their ideas before they make it off the ground by industry people and more established arts who go to local events to gain insight on the creative market. Read more>>

Nadiyah Ziyad

What I’ve come to believe—though it may differ from the common perspective in my industry—is that avoiding burnout starts with cultivating a deep connection with The Most High or something greater than yourself. This grounding foundation provides clarity, strength, and purpose. Secondly, I believe that when you prioritize genuinely taking care of people, the rewards, including financial ones, will follow—not just through your business but often in unexpected and meaningful ways. Read more>>

Amanda B

I believe one area of disagreement when it comes to pole dancing is the connection between plus-size/curvy pole dancers and how pole dancing can directly support their mental health journey.

Some people in the pole community, whether consciously or unconsciously, may not fully embrace or prioritize plus-sized/curvy dancers in conversations about how the art and sport impact confidence, self-image, and emotional well-being. Pole dancing is often looked at and celebrated for being liberating, empowering, and transformative, but the dominant narratives might center on a certain body type or fitness level. In turn, mental health is overlooked and downplayed when it comes to the struggles that plus-sized dancers may experience. Read more>>