by dave@betterwebdesigner.com | Feb 9, 2023 | Career Tips, Mindset, Music Business
1. DON’T BE SHY Talking about oneself can seem uncomfortable for some – especially if you’re the introverted type or if you don’t want others to think of you as a bragger. But over the years I’ve learned that if you don’t talk about what you’re doing, then nobody...
by dave@betterwebdesigner.com | Dec 4, 2022 | Career Tips, Mindset
Why We Complain I’m no comedian, but I have a little joke that I like to quip everytime I hear a musician talk about work. Whether it be about having too much work or not enough. Ok, here it goes… How do you get a musician to complain? Give ’em a...
by dave@betterwebdesigner.com | Nov 22, 2022 | Career Tips, Mindset
I must say, as a musician I’ve always loved Mondays, since our typical work week starts around Wednesday or Thursday and goes through the weekend. Once Monday comes, it’s OUR weekend! 🎉 Have you ever found yourself waffling about on a Monday thinking, “I should...
by dave@betterwebdesigner.com | Nov 22, 2022 | Career Tips, Mindset, Music Business
Soooo… WHAT NOW? Recently, my wife and daughter decided that it was time for the family to get a second dog. So now we have a new puppy named Sir Duke Ellington! This little guy has already brought so much joy to the household. I love playing with dogs;...
by dave@betterwebdesigner.com | Dec 8, 2021 | Career Tips, Home Studio, Music Production
Break It Down “Demo” or “Demonstration” recordings used to be a thing back in the day before pro-level recording gear was affordable. The purpose of a demo tape was to show record executives that an artist had the “It Factor.” The demo would be the catalyst for a...
