Pre-2012 Reality Check: Are You The Best in the World?
As you enter into 2012, please accept the reality check that you are NOT the best player, singer, songwriter, producer, etc. in the WORLD. No one is.
Read MoreNew Book Release for Creative Artists
The Same Stuggles In the years since I started researching and writing on the topic of music career success, I’ve met many people pursuing dreams in other areas of the arts. In every case I found them to be struggling with the exact same perceptions about talent, attitude and business skills as musicians. So I decided to broaden the discussion beyond music because the reasons I failed and my how not to follows are relevant for anyone and everyone who wants a long-term, successful career in The Arts. From the Press Release: Why I FAILED in the Creative Arts…and How NOT to follow in my...
Read MoreI Was Dreaming
The following is an additional excerpt from my free e-book, 8 Reasons I Failed in Music and 3 Ways NOT to Follow in My Footsteps. This is reason number 6. Click here to download a copy of the entire book for yourself. It’s also available in all e-reader formats here. Long after my career failed and I moved to my position within a corporation I realized one of the reasons I failed in music was because I was dreaming. Here’s what I mean: My Ideal I imagined my phone ringing and being asked to play on a master recording session for one of the top acts in Nashville. I’d...
Read MoreMaster Classes Beginning in September
Interested in learning more about how NOT to follow in my footsteps? Sign-up for my interactive, Master Classes beginning this September in Nashville and the surrounding areas. Each limited seating class will feature hands on, in-depth training on the “real world” skills and principles you need to build a long-term, successful career in the music business. Here’s what you’ll learn: Communication It’s not who you know, it’s who knows you. How to keep your conversations tuned to WIIFM Radio. CEO of You, Inc. Why you need to think like Henry Ford and how to do it well. Why...
Read MoreWhy I FAILED is Available Today
I’m thrilled to announce the official release of Why I FAILED in the Music Business and How NOT to Follow in my Footsteps! If you’re a musician, entertainer/artist, or know someone who is, order your copy today. Here’s an excerpt from the Introduction: Just Out of Reach I had a pretty good run in the music business. As I look back over my 20 years of playing drums in the industry, I have no complaints. I accomplished a bunch of my goals and achieved more than most musicians ever do. But my ultimate career goals always seemed just out of reach, and I could never figure out...
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