Creative Business And Entrepreneurship Episodes

Discover the five key practices we've compiled through hundreds of conversations with successful Christian creative entrepreneurs.

This passionate artist advocate shows you how to protect your hard work as a creative so you can earn the money you deserve.

This dynamic podcaster and entrepreneur shows you how to unlock enhanced productivity and creativity through AI and smart but simple habits. .

If you're searching for financial sustainability for your creative business, you're currently moving through the three stages that every creative entrepreneur goes through. What are those three stages, and which one are you currently in? In this exclusive look behind the scenes of a God and Gigs coaching call, you'll discover how grace and profitability intertwine - and we'll share some transparent facts about how God and Gigs is doing as a business. In this episode, you'll discover how to ...

This dynamic husband and wife team reveal what it takes to earn the trust of superstar artists - while building trust in each other as creative partners.

Unleash your authentic voice and revolutionize your creative journey as host Alan C. Paul shares how one blog post helped establish God and Gigs. You'll be inspired to align your passion with your purpose and overcome the struggle for popularity. In this episode, you will be able to: Learn the importance of spotlighting genuine issues in your craft and how it helps draw deeper audience engagement. Explore the transformative effects of instilling personal truth and authenticity in your ...

This inspiring and refreshingly relatable singer / songwriter reveals how to harness your faith and step out bravely on the stage of life.

Is Instagram's new "Threads" app actually a threat to your creative purpose? If you've fallen into the trap of jumping into Instagram's new social media app for one of the three reasons we share here...you might have hampered your own ability to grow as a faith-filled, Christian creative. In this episode, we'll help you to: Embrace your unique purpose Become more consistent and effective in your social media use. Set up clear-cut intentions before adopting any new social media apps...

If you're unsure of when to charge for your creative work, constantly giving away your talent for free or settling for low-paying gigs, then you are not alone! Many creatives, especially in Christian circles, struggle with the question of pricing their services, giving discounts, and providing work for free in exchange for "exposure." What's the right approach? By listening to this episode, you will: Get clarity on determining the right time to turn creativity into revenue. Realize th...

You've been told to work harder. Push yourself to the limit. Hustle and grind to achieve success in the creative industry. But doing this by yourself just leads to more frustration and less joy. There's a better way. By joining forces with other creatives, you can unlock your full potential, establish supportive environments, and reap the benefits of community and collaboration. Thankfully, there are some awesome tools being developed for creators to help you to do that easily and intuitivel...

Imagine being able to share your message and talent worldwide, directly with people who are interested, at practically no cost. Social media? Hardly - that's a method that depends on algorithms. This method always attracts the right people who are looking for you. The secret method? You're using it right now. It's podcasting - specifically, being a guest on other podcasts. In this behind the scenes look into one of our God and Gigs 360 Gold Member Calls, you'll learn how to become a pod...

Are you tired of constantly chasing new ideas without ever seeing them come to fruition? Have you been sucked into the 'hustle culture', where you are simply working harder without any real guidance or accountability? As we near the mid-point of 2023, we're unearthing the power of finalizing your outstanding concepts, reflecting on your progress, and utilizing your community to give you the accountability you need to see your best ideas through to completion. In this episode, you'll learn...

In this second installment of this powerful conversation, John Mike shares how a major health scare reordered his priorities, and highlights the importance of prioritizing one's well-being as a creative and entrepreneur.

Is it possible to get stuck in your success? While it may seem attractive to reach a consistent level of success in your creative business - it can also lull you in to complacency and stagnation. What does it take to push past your current levels and reach true mastery in your creative business? To find out, we returned to speak to one of the leading mentors and minds in music business and production, John Mike. John Mike is a creative entrepreneur, producer, mentor , and tech educator who h...

If someone pointed at you and said "you failed", what thoughts would immediately arise? Some creatives would rather ignore the prospect of failure. However, we have a different take that will change your perspective and help you unlock the power of turning failures into success. Because it's true - embracing setbacks and mistakes is the gateway to unleashing your creative potential and achieving the success you crave. Let's explore how to embrace failure for creative growth and make it work for...

This uber-talented musician and producer reveals how to overcame insecurity and find purpose in your calling and your faith, while maximizing your God-given creative gift.

There's one thing every creative needs, but not everyone knows how to find.... The right size audience. It's a search full of mindset traps. Are you playing it small, just to protect yourself from being disappointed? Or, are you constantly aiming to get every follower you can - because you fear looking insignificant? Either one of these is an extreme that we should avoid. But how can we determine the RIGHT size goal for our platform / career growth? In this Creative Checkup episode, y...

Has financial stress dampened your creative drive and convinced you that you'll have to settle for a 'real job'? In our talk with entrepreneur and musician Sam Warshaw, you'll learn how to achieve fulfillment in your musical career AND have a solid financial future as a creative entrepreneur.

Why is it that people with the least to offer...seem to have the greatest confidence? Meanwhile, those of us with a lot to offer hesitate and overthink our chance to shine? In this creative checkup episode, we'll show you why you're battling an uphill struggle while others with little skill or knowledge are displaying their talents brazenly. By focusing on your own worthiness, you can put things into perspective and show up confidently and authentically...and stop losing opportunities to thos...

Sell like Jesus? Yes, that's what artist and coach Deb Brown Maher does - which helps artists and entrepreneurs to trust in God while pricing their work and understanding the importance of serving their customers.

Do you wish you had people in your life who actually WANT to help you grow? If so, you're not alone. Creatives are often stuck in place because they can't maintain healthy, strong relationships with people who can encourage and challenge them. But if you find them and stick with them- they can become your most powerful asset in becoming the confident, high character creative that God made you to be. To help you do just that, we talk to coach, entrepreneur and author Aaron Walker, the visionary...

Success. We all say we want it. But do we even know what it means? To succeed in our common language means to reach a certain goal, but the root of the word actually means to continue or to move forward with something. So we creatives need to take a hard look at how we've formed a mindset around success - because we might be aiming at something we were never meant to aim for. In this creative checkup episode, you'll hear a new perspective on success that will help you maintain the right perspe...

Wouldn't it be amazing if you had a community of super-fans? People who were die-hard members of your tribe - who stuck together, supported everything you shared, and helped you spread the word? Brands like Apple, Nike, Starbucks and others have that incredible brand loyalty, but it's about more than marketing - it's a belief system. That's the premise of the famous marketing book Primalbranding by Patrick Hanlon, and we're showing you in this episode how to apply this powerful method to your...

Will A.I. one day replace artists? In this episode, we'll show you why, as a creative of faith and belief in God, you can rest easy and refuse to panic as these tools continue to gain traction in the culture.