AREA 81

12/28/2025

Hey, it's Chris Herbert. Thanks to all of you for following this page. This was my third test in building an online space for the AREA 81 Network. Three tests and three sub-optimal results!

Facebook is a noisy place full of distractions. Pages and posts are subject to algorithm(ism)! I no longer look at notifications because it's it's another messsy "inbox".

Suffice it to say Facebook is not, and never will be, the online hub for AREA 81 network members.

In the coming weeks I'll announce what's next for AREA 81. I'm tuning it for 2026.

Chris.

12/15/2025

Chris Herbert and better half Teresa Moore Herbert will be at this event? Hope to see you there. Tickets can be purchased here: https://www.powerlinkoffice.com/event-details/new-years-eve-semi-formal-gala

12/05/2025

Wishing everyone a happy holiday season.

11/06/2025

Artist vs Creator: Defining the Roles
An artist is driven by self-expression and personal vision, often working without regard for market demand, while a creator tailors work for audience appeal, engagement, and monetization. The piece contrasts these identities to highlight how creators focus on production, growth, and platforms, whereas artists prioritize meaning, risk, and timelessness. It calls for clarity in self‑identity to avoid burnout and misaligned expectations in creative work.

Actionable Insight: Decide whether you’re operating as an artist or a creator, then structure your goals, tools, and community around that identity to avoid friction and stay mission-aligned.

More music related posts here: https://www.mi6agency.com/post/being-an-entrepreneur-in-november-2025 -jaakt825

Covered in this Round Up: DEMOGRAPHICS Demand from Zero: B2B Founders’ Go‑To StrategyTo generate demand from scratch, BVP’s playbook centers first on nailing your ICP (pains, gains, shifts, blockers, motivators) and choosing a GTM motion (founder‑led, ABM, PLG, hybrid). Their “content caps...

10/30/2025

PROs Align on AI‑Generated Music Registration
Three major performing rights organizations—American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP), Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) and Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada (SOCAN)—have announced new aligned policies allowing registration of musical works that are partially created using AI tools, while still excluding compositions entirely generated by AI.

Press Release: https://www.socan.com/ascap-bmi-and-socan-announce-alignment-on-ai-registration-policies/ ^ch

The Three Major North American PROs will now accept registrations of partially AI-generated musical works

10/27/2025

$100 M Support for Rural and Remote Entrepreneurs
A new $100 million initiative announced by the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) and Community Futures/SADC+CAE/CBDC aims to boost business growth in rural and remote regions across Canada. The program is designed to serve around 520,000 entrepreneurs, leverage local delivery channels, and potentially generate up to $250 million in GDP within five years.

Actionable Insight: If you operate a business in a rural or remote area, contact your local Community Futures office and the BDC to explore eligibility for loans, training, and funding options under this initiative.

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