Episodes

Can't we all just get along? In the summer of 2023, two prominent R&B artists had a disagreement during a concert that blew up into a media and creative firestorm. Could this have been avoided, and what can we learn that could help us avoid situations like this? In this Creative Checkup, we delve into the of how conflict can harm more than just your career, and we'll show you a step-by-step guide to navigating creative disputes that will protect your relationships and glorify God. In this ...

This trailblazing author, entrepreneur and mentor reveals why the "hustle" culture is directly opposed to God's plan for your creative life, and how she discovered her own path in incredibly unique ways.

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...

As one of the leading mentors of Christian creatives for decades, Matt knows what following God can bring - and he shares how he's following the path in a whole new way.

What can God do with 5 minutes? If it is filled with consistency, accountability and a heart to seek God, the harvest could be incredible - like the harvest Alison Delamota, podcaster, author and entrepreneur, has experienced. "Everything in life is a personal journey, and then God uses your personal journey to bless others." - Alison Delamota Alison Delamota is the host of the My Morning Devotional Podcast, a leading podcast for daily devotions with over 1.5 million downloads. After experien...

Lost your dream? If you feel unable to move forward because obstacles or fear has paralyzed your progress...you need more than advice. You need your dream revived. Jeneen Hammond, actress, singer, and playwright, has made a career from following the Holy Spirit's direction for her creativity - often with no preset plan. She has crafted a space as a strategic visionary, storyteller and entrepreneur, and has worked with ministries and production houses all across the country. Through her charact...

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.

Have you wanted to do big things for God - but also had to deal with big doubts? Having spent years as a professional background vocalist with artists like Dorinda Clark-Cole, Kierra Sheard, Deitrick Haddon, Shana Wilson, Vanessa Bell Armstrong, and countless others in gospel music, vocalist and pastor Kelli Brownlee has seen what it takes to remain a trusted and respected part of an industry-leading musical team that demands excellence. Now, in this "Best Of" interview, Kelli shares how she...

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...

A #1 hit on the Billboard charts. Recognition by peers and industry leaders. A bevy of new opportunities. Does that equal success? Not exactly, if you ask Grammy nominated, Stellar and Dove Award winning producer, songwriter and musician Dontaniel J. Kimbrough. Having reached great heights as the co-writer of the gospel hit "Your Great Name", this humble and talented creative has dedicated his life to focusing on the right things even as his career and influence grew from small beginnings, maj...

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...

He started a conversation, that started a change...that started a movement. From surviving the gang-violence-plagued streets of South Dallas, to becoming one of the most influential life coaches in America, thought-leader, speaker, author and coach BJ Thompson has lived out an incredible transformation - and he's sharing how you can do the same in this episode. BJ helped launch one of the largest faith movements in recent history – the “116 Movement” with Grammy award winning artist Lecrae, an...

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.

What do you do when your passion leads you to a dead end? When you hit seemingly impossible obstacles on your path, it can feel like your entrepreneurial and creative dreams will simply vanish into thin air. That's what podcaster Priscilla Shumba faced, as she left her native country of Zimbabwe to pursue her education, only to return to her country with no hope of using her skills. Her faith persisted, however, and not only led to her earning her MBA, but later to her to becoming a leading vo...

"The War of Art" isn't just a best-selling book by Steven Pressfield...it's a daily battle every artist faces. As a faith-focused, Christ-centered creative in the mainstream arts and music world, you've got some additional weapons available to you. But what should you be fighting, when you feel like you might be your own worst enemy? And how do you deal with the external obstacles that are out of your control? In this Creative Checkup Episode we'll expose and identify the two enemies every cr...