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Today’s Tip: Take Care of Business.

Budgeting time requires discipline. Not only do you need to write, rehearse, network, you need time to work the business tasks at hand. Many independent artists are running the entire show solo so there needs to be time in the day for marketing, scheduling, managing email, and every other clerical detail on your list. When […]

Today’s Tip: Pinch Pennies

As an independent creator income will come in seasons. Abundance will ebb and flow so it’s wise to save for a rainy day – or season. Gigs might get canceled or you get sick and it delays you book release. Pinch your pennies and be sure you trust anyone managing your money.

Artist Spotlight | Chalmer Music

Listen to the Artist Spotlight with Chalmer Music.  Hear the interview Tuesday and Thursday of this week and next (8/30, 9/1, 9/6, and 9/8 ) at 7pm (ct) when you click LISTEN LIVE at RunRadio.net or listen on the Run Radio app! A first look of the video is available now for Patreon.com/runradio supporters! You […]

Today’s Tip: Mind Your Vibe

If you’ve ever heard the phrase, “your vibe is your tribe” then you know how important it is to put out good energy. The attitude you portray will attract like minded people. Build a strong, positive tribe to surround yourself with by putting out good vibes. These will be valuable people that you will want […]

Today’s Tip: Own It

You must make it obvious what you want to be known for. If you don’t, someone else will. For example, a friend who was working as a minimalist coach was mistaken as an organizer. She quickly realized if she didn’t correct folks fast, she would be attracting the wrong clients. You are the one who […]

Today’s Tip: Network

Networking is very necessary. Developing new relationships and maintaining existing ones is something you should always be doing. You have a better chance of connecting with someone who can have an impact on your career when you have a broad network of relationships. It’s rewarding to be able to offer help to people in your […]

Today’s Tip: Be Patient

This is a lesson that I’m still learning. Having a huge following doesn’t happen overnight…or even over a year, maybe more. It takes tossing a ton of ideas to the wall to see what might stick and how you can recreate the smallest wins. It’s ok that this takes time. Ask any “overnight success” how […]

Today’s Tip: Beware of Scams

There are a lot of promotion services that do little more than take your money. Fake likes or pay-for-plays are going to leave you with less cash and few fans after the paid service stops. It could also tarnish your reputation because you might get banned for fake likes and listens. Invest your money wisely […]