Creative Business And Entrepreneurship Episodes

Are you struggling to find a mentor who can help you reach the next level of your artistic career? Finding it hard to connect with creatives who have more experience, more knowledge, and bigger audiences? Do you automatically assume that you’ll be rejected, ignored, or just plain “one of the fans?” Maybe the biggest issue isn’t whether you have a big name or big influencer who is mentoring and coaching you. Maybe it’s the way you’re trying to get in the room. Many of the most influential peo...

What's stopping you from doing your best work every day? Maybe the biggest issue facing your creative life isn’t lack of money, lack of access, of lack of inspiration! It may be simply lack of a consistent routine. Many of the greatest creative minds of history were not only talented - they had incredible discipline to follow a system that worked even when they didn’t have great ideas to work with. Can we use the same process to supercharge our productivity and create our best work in the comi...

For anyone that survived the roller coaster of a year that was 2020, it may seem impossible to reflect and learn from all we experienced, both good and bad. But without that reflection, we're doomed to repeat the mistakes and we can't capitalize on the successes. We want to highlight the things that will help us future-proof our creative businesses and avoid the pitfalls we experienced when 2020 hit our industries. In this episode, taken from our live Creative Check-up series, we’ve pinpointed...

As a creative, words are the lifeblood of your career. The way you use them can either open the door to amazing opportunities, or keep you limited and stuck. No matter what your artistic discipline, you need to be able to communicate your message. That’s what creative, editor, entrepreneur and consultant Yoshika Green specializes in doing for entrepreneurs, job-seekers, creatives, aspiring writers, top companies, marketing departments and more. Her gift is being able to recognize talent...

As we enter a new year, we look back to see how things really haven't changed....because the keys to success as a creative never do. We're turning back the clock to Episode 5 of the podcast to revisit our talk with Warren Brown, multi-instrumentalist and internet personality, better known as the leader of "The Yank Nation." With nothing except his family’s support, an engaging character and a willingness to take risks, Warren harnessed the power and reach of video to become a major player in th...

It's been said before, but it's true - it was the best of times, it was the worst of times. 2020 was a year unlike any other in history. The world saw change, tragedy, and opportunity on a scale not seen in centuries. Now, as creatives like us take stock, we have to make sure we carry the most powerful lessons with us, so that we can take on the next challenge with confidence. The God and Gigs Show experienced incredible blessings in 2020. Switching to a weekly format opened the door to some o...

We honor the legacy of this amazing man and creative as he opens up about how he faced his greatest struggles and fears as a working musician and songwriter.

In this episode, we discuss three essential strategies that will help you personalize your social media marketing and grow your following the right way - so you can truly become the creative you were created to be. We unpack creative online marketing in a way that focuses on the individuals that you are called to serve. What you’ll learn from this episode Why you must see likes and followers as people and not numbers Why making comments and replies on social media must be more personal if you...

When it comes to starting and growing a successful creative business, many artists feel stuck between a rock and a hard place. On one hand, they have a passion to pursue their creative gifts, and in the best case scenario, they want to make enough money to do so full-time. On the other, creatives often feel stressed because there never seems to be enough time to devote to their craft, or they feel ill-equipped to handle all the details of social media, branding, marketing, and setting up their...

Some people are all too happy to kiss 2020 goodbye. Should we as artists be looking forward to getting past everything 2020 threw at us? Or is there still some hope that 2020 can prove to be a year to remember in a positive sense? We're sharing some techniques to make the last two months of the year the perfect springboard to a blessed and abundant 2021 in your creative life! Links Related to this Podcast Episode: Godandgigs.com/3tips - learn how to turn your livestream events into income st...

Is it possible for you to successfully blend the worlds of entertainment, education, ministry and entrepreneurship into a fulfilling and lucrative career? Our guest Ashaala Shanae has, and she is sharing how you can do the same. For nearly 20 years, this pioneering recording artist, vocal health expert, performance coach and mentor has continually challenged herself to grow her career beyond the stage and the studio. She now works tirelessly to help other creatives to see the divine possibili...

Is passive income just another "get rick quick' scheme that Christian creatives need to avoid? Or is it a means to honor God, grow our influence and increase our income at the same time? We talk about the mindset, myths and potential benefits of passive income, and share a brand new program by best-selling author and Christian thought-leader Jordan Raynor (our guest from Episode 55) that he has co-produced with recording engineer and 7-figure entrepreneur Graham Cochrane. As you'll hear, this ...

When the music business was turned upside down by the 2020 pandemic, it wasn’t just the musicians who were affected by the changes. Professionals who support musicians and artists - lawyers, agents, and industry coaches - also found themselves having to find new ways to make a living while still helping their clients to cope with the massive changes. Somara Jacques, a South Florida-based entertainment attorney known as “The Latte Lawyer”, has dedicated her practice to helping musicians, artist...

Putting yourself "out there" is scary...but if you don't show up, someone will miss out on a blessing. And it won't be just you. It'll be the people you are called to reach with your gift, your art, your music, your presence. Creating live broadcasts that entertain, educate, or inspire has proven to be an essential tool in reaching your audiences, listeners and followers. But we often lack the confidence to do so because we fear making mistakes, being ignored, or not being perceived well by r...

What does it take to be a successful working musician? Is it all about being the first one they call for major tours and shows? Performing on the biggest albums? Or is it something else - something much more about mindset than music? According to musician, speaker, author, producer and creative entrepreneur Jermaine Morgan, it takes more to be a successful musician and creative than technical skill and the right numbers in your phone. As a veteran of the music business, and having seen the pin...

The O’Jays said it best… “Some people got to have it…” Yes, they were referring to money, but they might has well been referring to how we earn it. Discovering multiple streams of income has become a hot topic of conversation among creatives, especially since the pandemic disrupted our live performances, tours and other methods of making a living. Here’s the question - what exactly are these multiple streams of income, and is it truly possible for artists, musicians and creatives to build dif...

In this revealing discussion on The God and Gigs Show, Dre Marshall explains the essential mindset needed to  successfully promote and market your musical and creative projects, and breaks down the limitations and self-defeating tactics that will derail your success as a performing artist.

Is Facebook about to crush every musician who streams "musical experiences" as of October 1st? Or is this all a big misunderstanding? We're here to dispel some myths and help bring clarity to the entire debate on livestreaming on this massively popular social media platform. As an added bonus, entertainment attorney Somara Jacques, The Latte Lawyer, stopped in to help bring a professional perspective to the issues musicians face when covering songs online. Topics covered in this episode - The ...

Dwayne “Saint Orbin” Bennett, multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, producer and creative entrepreneur, has become one of the most respected and influential musicians in gospel, hip-hop, R&B and beyond. But he didn’t get there without going through the same struggles and frustrations that face every creative. Having worked with Yolanda Adams, Donnie McClurkin, Kim Burrell, Urban Mystic, Flo Rida, Cris Cab, KING/DNA MusicBoyz, Kanye West, Chaka Khan, Rick Ross, Trick Daddy, Miami Mass Choir...

What do you do when you’ve worked your whole life to become a mover and shaker in the music and entertainment industry - only to see that industry grind to a halt overnight?. Jeremy “DaConnect” Mills, musician, tour manager, bandleader and creative entrepreneur, has spent decades becoming one of the people to know in the music industry. By serving in diverse roles on major tours and within musical teams with artists like Jay-Z, Keisha Cole, Jamison Ross, Cory Henry, Tye Tribbett, Adam Blackston...

It’s fun to switch things up once in a while. For over 70 shows, we’ve interviewed top musicians, artists and creatives, but our host has never been on the hot seat himself to answer questions about his creative routines. In this special episode, singer, host and vivacious personality LaVie (lavie-music.com) takes over The God and Gigs Show in a conversation with Allen on the creative process, marketing your business, productivity and self-care, among other things all relating to the inner wor...

If you didn’t think maintaining your website was important before...you’ve probably experienced a rude awakening in the past few months. As creatives the world over adapt to the new realities of post-pandemic life, we’ve seen more than ever how much we depend on our brands and online platforms. While social media takes a major role, there’s nothing more effective than owning your own space on the internet. No matter what happens on social media platforms, having control of a well-functioning w...

Can God use the darkest moments of an artist’s life to guide him toward the path to true creative freedom and success? R&B artist Nate Setto, a rising young independent performer hailing from Detroit, has learned that letting God direct his career choices is the best route to finding his place in the vast entertainment industry. As a Michigan native, he grew up with a passion for music. He began writing songs when he was 7 years old and pursued a music career at the age of 20. His hard work an...

With a career that has spanned over 30 years working with the greatest entertainers and musicians in every genre, legendary musician and producer Kern Brantley is a walking and talking musical history lesson. From stepping into a studio with the legendary Aretha Franklin, to touring with iconic gospel legends such as the Winans family and Thomas Whitfield, to working with the most influential voices in pop and R&B over the last three decades, Kern has maintained the same approach that he had wh...