If you ask people to define self-reliance, their answers will understandably be influenced by their own sense of self. Self-reliance is a key part of an individual’s growth process. To me, it’s about understanding your own ability and willingness to be capable, then exploring how you build that foundation for …
Read More »How to Dominate Your Film Festival Run Part 1
So you made an independent film. Gladiators, I salute you. Now, it’s time to show it off to the world because as awesome as your parents and their 80-inch OLED are, they’re more than likely not going to get Oscar Isaacs into your next film for you. So unless you …
Read More »Why Business Leaders Need to Support Their Greatest Asset
Operating a business has been the challenge of a lifetime as of late. If you have employees, it’s imperative to retain as many of them as possible. We are supposedly amid “The Great Resignation” and experiencing a unique labor shortage. Whatever the reason for this shortage, whether it’s a case …
Read More »Why I Think NFTs and Decentralized Social Could Usher in Societal Adoption of Blockchain
Right now, if you were to ask the average person on the street what blockchain technology is, they would most likely, and inappropriately, begin discussing its affiliates: Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Unequivocally misled, the general public has clung to the ill-informed public statements and sentiments regarding both blockchain technology and …
Read More »Don't Let Past Mistakes Hold You Back From Future Successes
Whether in athletics, work or life, not everything you do will end in a podium finish. That’s just the reality of living in a complex world. In every situation, there are known components that you can plan for, but there are also factors outside your control. The result? Failures are …
Read More »My Tips for Promoting Music Artists in the Digital Age
Whether you just started producing music or have been releasing music for years, promoting your music as a brand is a never-ending task. Based on my experience owning a music blog, My Wedding Songs, and having been in the digital marketing space for several decades, I’ve learned a few tips …
Read More »Tips and Considerations for Artists Interested in Selling Their Catalog
Big-name musical acts are showing they’re just as savvy in the office as they are in the studio. Whatever the factors may be — age, the state of live music post-Covid, interest in liquidity — the likes of Bob Dylan, Shakira, The Beach Boys, RZAand more are selling their catalogs, …
Read More »How Influencers Can Use Clubhouse to Reach Their Audience
In 2014,Forbespublishedan articleabout the explosive growth of influencer marketing on social media. It discussed how followers and brands were flocking to popular creators — from lifestyle personalities on Instagram to makeup artists posting tutorials on YouTube. Over the past several years, a shift has occurred on social media. With the …
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