Delegation is Power
The only way you will ever be free enough to focus on the most important aspect of your work/art is to delegate that which others can do. If you analyze your day you will find that spend time on tasks that can be outsourced. Those tasks rarely make a huge impact, however small tasks can take an incredible amount of time and more importantly, brain space. Save your energy and focus on the things that you are uniquely positioned to do. Great artists have apprentices that tackle the small tasks while they focus on the big vision. Legendary rockstars have roadies on the sidelines that tune guitars. Tech start-ups hire swarms of interns. You get the point. Your job is to create. Anything that gets in your way should be delegated.
Delegation Process:
First, get absolutely clear on what it is that you do best. The thing that no one else can do (at least no one else in your organization).
Second, make a running list of everything you can hand-off. Prioritize this list from small to big tasks.
Third, write a manual (whatever best suits you) so that the person handling the task can meet your standards.
Fourth, hand it off, but keep a watchful eye. You may need to test a few folks before you find the right fit. Try virtual assistants, interns, partners, etc.
Fifth, get back to your core work.
I once heard it said that you should: "Delegate, don't abdicate". Delegation means that you stay in the loop. Abdication means you relinquish all power. If it relates to your business, career, success (i.e. writing the company newsletter) - you should always stay in the loop. If it has little meaning to you or your business (i.e. ordering supplies for the office) hand it off an never look back.
Great leaders perfect the art of delegation.