The Modern Music Creator Podcast

Make More Music, Money & Save Time With This Productivity Hack Feb 15, 2021

In a recent group call, Lia had some questions as to where she should focus some of her time and energy.

As creatives, we constantly feel the need to learn something that we feel can benefit us but does it really? Is learning that one extra thing or new technique REALLY going to sky rocket your career? Maybe it will maybe it wont? It all comes down to WHAT you should be focusing on with your time and energy. as an artist.

The Male Superhero Complex In Music w Alexandra Feb 08, 2021

In this episode I sit down with Alexandra who unfortunately like most women in this Industry has had to "prove herself" time and time again just because of her gender.

All this stemmed from one Facebook post and I thought this is an important topic that needs to be discussed and how the "male superhero complex" in this industry towards women is not only damaging but just outright stupid.

Why Picking a “Niche” Is Stupid & Brilliant At The Same Time Feb 01, 2021

It's going to take time before you find your "niche" in clients. The one thing that I always see a lot of freelancers do is immediately pick one area of their profession and ONLY focus on that.

For example, someone who does Music Production but ONLY works with Trap artists. and won't work with anyone else. While yes, you found the group of people you want to work for but how many opportunities did you just miss out on by shutting everyone else out?

I go over the "external specialist, internal generalist" approach to picking a niche.

3 Reasons You NEVER Close “Side Gig” Work Jan 25, 2021

As a freelancer, you need to be taking the time to build connections with potential clients. If you're not, then right there is a massive reason why you are not landing your "side gig" work as a freelancer.

In this episode I go over a few reasons why Freelancers are not landing work. From my time as a freelancer to hiring out some to help me with my projects, there have been a few things I notice that a good freelancer does and what a freelancer does to not get work.

If you are interested in booking a strategy call with my team and I, click here! UHP COACHING

Lost With Making Content For Music? Focus Up NOW With This... Dec 21, 2020

In this episode, we talk all about content creation for creators. I give you a behind the scenes look on where to put your focus and energy and use your time affectively if you only have a few hours a week. I also go into creating content for platforms if you have "abandoned" them in the past.

If you are interested in booking a strategy call with my team and I, click here! UHP COACHING

Music Freelancing - Crafting An Offer People Will LOVE (ft. Savannah Kovac) Dec 21, 2020

In a recent Group Call, I had a conversation with Savannah on how to sculpt the perfect offer for her clients.

Savannah has an amazing set of skills and we had to talk it out to make sure that time and energy are being spent on the right things to help improve her career.

You'll hear everything from the start to end on how we get her on the path or creating that perfect offer.

If you are interested in booking a strategy call with my team and I, click here! UHP COACHING

How Overthinking Is Ruining Your Life Dec 07, 2020

In a recent call I sat down with a client who had a ton of amazing ideas but wasn't sure how to execute them.

Has something like that ever happened to you? As creatives we are constantly coming up with ideas but there comes a point where we need to start executing instead of constantly thinking. I go over how you should "Fire! Ready, Aim" instead of "Ready, Aim, Fire!" and how overthinking is ruining your life!.

If you are interested in booking a strategy call with my team and I, click here! UHP COACHING

How Sample Packs Are Ruining Your Career Nov 30, 2020

In this episode I dive into a recent conversation I had with someone about the use of sample packs. How do you feel about them? Are they inauthentic? Do they make you feel "not as original?" I want to talk about how that mindset is ruining your career and holding you back.

If you are interested in booking a strategy call with my team and I, click here! UHP COACHING

How I Transitioned From Free Work To Full Time In The Music Industry Nov 23, 2020

At some point, you are going to do free work in your career. People often tend to think that doing work for free is devaluing yourself and making it harder for "real" artists to get paid for their work. That is a popular misconception. We go over the "Five Commandments" of doing free work and how it will help you gain leverage to build your business to where you want it to be.

If you are interested in booking a strategy call with my team and I, click here! UHP COACHING

How Getting Brutally Choked Out In Jujitsu Taught Me A Huge Lesson For My Music Career Nov 09, 2020

Yes, getting choked out in jujitsu one day taught me a HUGE life lesson that I was not only able to apply to my music career but all other aspects of my life. I talk about how it changed my mindset and how this one choke taught me to believe in myself more. We waste a lot of mental real estate on issues that can be easily solved if we have the proper mindset. I'm going to tell you how having that proper mindset can change your life.

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A Vocal Mixing Framework For Every Vocal Style Oct 12, 2020

You get a sneak peak at my vocal mixing framework! In this episode of the Modern Music Creator Podcast I take a snippet of audio from a recent Facebook stream I did last week where I share some of my vocal mixing framework workflow, how I approach certain aspects of mixing and so much more! I hope you get as much value from this as everyone else did during the live stream!

How Singers SHOULD Have "The Money Talk" - How, When, & Why Oct 05, 2020

In a recent live stream I talked about how to price out new clients and how to not screw yourself over when it comes to "the money talk." As creatives we sometimes don't feel confident enough in ourselves to talk about money because we know we're not business people. I go over some key tips and tricks on how to be more confident when talking about money and how to protect yourself from scummy clients.

QnA - Music On Tik Tok, Live Streams and Revelations Sep 28, 2020

This is part of an Instagram live stream I recently did where I answered some of your questions! I talk about what it has been like during time in Quarantine and talking about how Tik Tok is the wild west of Social Media right now and the untapped potential in it. I also discuss some of the big revelations I made when it comes to my personal life and career during this year.

Music Industry Fraud Alert - Bad Managers Sep 21, 2020

On this episode we go over Managers! Do you need one? Should you look for one? Remember, a Manager isn't someone who is helping you out with your Social Media pages. These days, anyone can claim they are a "Manager." We go over some of the key things you need to be aware of when it comes to working with these people.

Music Industry Fraud Alert - Success Coaches Sep 14, 2020

Welcome back! We have a new short series this season, all about fraud in the music business! We've heard all the tricks, lies and schemes that people will do and say to get you to spend your hard earned money on them and for what? A few extra streams?

In this episode we go over the role of a business coach. What exactly do they do? What can you expect from them? Are they legit? We go over all this and more!

How Overthinking Can Ruin Your Music Career Nov 16, 2020

On this week's episode I show you how "waiting for the right moment" will derail your career.

I'm sure you've heard the phrase, "ready, aim, fire!" Well I want to introduce you to "Fire! Ready, Aim." So many don't have a defined version of success for themselves. When is the last time you felt uncomfortable? How much time have you spent in the last few months planning instead of executing? What if I told you that all that's standing in the way of you and your goals is fear? Let's discuss how that can ruin your career but also let's talk about how to get out of that mindset so you can start hitting your goals.

If Your Producer Avoids Doing This...RUN S3 Ep 5 Aug 31, 2020

Money money money moooney. MOOOOOONEEEY.

We've made it to the end! You've made your pick on who you want to work with and when everything will start and end but now comes the final step. The Money Talk.

This conversation does NOT have to be uncomfortable. You are making sure that the person you're about to spend your hard earned money on is going to honor the agreement you have both reached.

We're going to go over why PayPal is the most used and trusted way to go when sending and receiving invoices. Why apps like Venmo, Zelle and Apple Pay are horrible when it comes to goods and services and we're going to go over how to protect yourself in case you become involved in a dispute.

Make Sure To Do THIS Before Starting A Project With A Producer!!! S3 Ep4 Aug 24, 2020

OK, you've got your Producer! After many pain staking hours and conversations you narrowed it down to the one you want to work with.

BEFORE you even get STARTED on the project, you NEED to agree on terms. When does the project start? When is it due? Who is doing what parts? Is the Producer helping out with Full Production or what? What is NOT included in the agreement? What are the timelines and deadlines? Who is being paid what and when?

These are all questions you need to ask and make sure you and your Producer agree upon or else it's going to be a bad time for everyone involved.

How To Narrow Down To The Right Producer S3 Episode 3 Aug 17, 2020

After you've taken the time to reach out to several promising Producers to help you on your next project, it's time to narrow down to the right one. How do you pick the right Producer for YOU?

Remember even though this is all business, it's important to get to know the person you're about to give thousands of dollars to. It all starts with having a conversation getting to know them better.

We're going to discuss some key questions you need to ask before hiring a Producer and making sure to avoid any red flags.

If You Hear This From A Music Producer...RUN!!! SE3 Ep02 Aug 10, 2020

You MUST Pre-Qualify a Music Producer before hiring them! Vetting a Music Producer will save you a ton of time and headache.

Finding a Music Producer is like finding a new pair of shoes, the fit has to be just right or else everything is just going to fall apart.

Let's break down on how to properly hire the right Music Producer for YOUR project!

Music Producers. Do you even really need them? SE3 Ep01 Aug 03, 2020

Working with a Music Producer can be a daunting task. There's so many questions you should ask yourself before spending thousands of dollars on someone to help you with your music project.

Negative interactions wth Music Producers are all too common unfortunately in the Music Industry. I've had countless clients tell me horror stories working with other Producers and want to show you how to approach the process of properly hiring a Music Producer if you even really need one!

So let's dive into some important preliminary questions before you even think about spending all your money on a Music Producer!

4 Vocal Home Recording Myths You Still Believe (lol) May 04, 2020

Recording vocals does NOT need to be some mystic, incomprehensible too lhanded down by wizards and warlocks. It's not easy but its ALWAYS overly shrouded in BS that we need to clarify and debunk....

Complete At-Home Vocal Production Beta Launch --- https://www.johnmclucas.com/complete-at-home-vocal-production-1

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Flipping Your Perception of Content’s Purpose - Strategy Call with Tre Watson Apr 13, 2020

Musicians, you shouldn’t have to be slaving away 24/7 just to make content. There’s smarter and better ways to make it happen. Tre Watson and I had a great strategy call and I’m sharing a portion of it here because if will be SO helpful to you to reframe what you think of creating content. Enjoy!

Tre's amazing content can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-9jtC-fuSz0Qs08YCZVzeg

The Deep End Of Content Execution & Valuing Yourself w/ Roman Navarro Apr 03, 2020

Roman just picked up an exciting new gig with a guitar company to work their social media channels and he wanted to sit down and figure out exactly how he can be tracking his success in this position and what he could do to make this company pop as much as possible. I offer my own insights, and I thought it would be valuable enough to catch on the fly!

If you are looking for a video editor please email romangnavarro@gmail.com

IG - @radroman2113

Start-To-Finish Content Strategy Dev Meeting For Starting Freelancers Mar 23, 2020

A Deep-dive strategy conversation I had that will open the curtain in a big way for a lot of people. Michelle is a brand designer but ALL of the principles are exactly the same, and translate into the musical world. By far this episode has the most all encompassing business strategy and I know you'll walk away with great insight for your universe.

Michelle Wiebach

Brand Designer

http://michellewiebach.com

http://instagram.com/missmisshmell

The Trap Of "DIY" Culture - Toxic Ego & Martyr Syndrome Mar 16, 2020

DIY Culture is incredible, but it has a massive dark side that isn’t discussed nearly enough - The Toxic Ego inflation and elitism that comes with the DIY scene.

Being able to create on your own is AMAZING, and something I’m doing right now to get this episode to you. But do you know that person who is grinding 24/7 and constantly complains they are the only one working hard for their dream, and that’s why they’re failing? If ONLY they could get some help they’d excel but alas, they are the starving artist and they will die on their sword because the world is against them!!’

Sounds fishy. Sounds like someone is deflecting responsibility...

Let’s examine WHY these mindsets approach and avoid becoming the DIY Martyr!

My Entire "Content Pyramid" Brainstorm & Strategy for 2020 ft. Kyle Shields Mar 09, 2020

A completely unplanned but massively insightful episode that anyone who takes their music business remotely serious will LOVE. Making pillar content like a YouTube video or podcast is a massive undertaking and needs to be maximized so we brainstorm for 40 minutes to do EXACTLY that! Enjoy, and apply this to your world and you’ll crush it.

If you need a Video Editor, please email Kyle @ kyleshields91@gmail.com

Instagram: @kyleshields91

Why Every Music Marketing Outlet Says the Same Darn 5 Things Mar 02, 2020

Ever wondered why nearly every single outlet says the same 5 things? Be yourself, be consistent, find a niche, etc? Its incredibly frustrating as a musician and creator to get the same several vague notes tossed at you, only to feel lost and stuck after trying to “be authentic” so hard every day while also doing the right hashtag strategy and daily posting at 9am EST!! And “add value” to your community like what does any of this do and why is it so vague and confusing feeling?

Take a breath.

Let’s figure it out.

I'm Pivoting On Youtube: The Inner Conflict w/ Kyle Shields Feb 24, 2020

In 2020 I'm questioning EVERYTHING I'm doing so I can become better, and I want to be open with my headspace with you. Youtube has been a weird and scattered place for me in 2019 and it's really important I take time to assess what I want to do with my business, and how that translates to the content I create around it. Was discussing this with my buddy Kyle and thought it was valuable enough to make into an episode!!

Kyle's IG: @kyleshields91

Why People Don't Want To Join Your Music Project Feb 17, 2020

This plagues everyone, especially in a city like Los Angeles. You just can't seem to nail down members.... why is that? Is it them? You? Both? Probably... but not for the reasons you think.

Let's take a more objective look at why people own't say yes to investing their time into your project. It's not all about money, hardly at all to be honest....

Emotional Attachment In Music - The Crippling Death Of Careers Feb 10, 2020

We should ALL be invested in our music and projects we work hard on, but it can also cause us to lose perception of reality and the marketplace, especially with how we perceive the value of what we do. So let's unpack these approaches and see what may or may not be causing problems in how musicians are doing business, and how we can help overcome them.

My Plan To Crush 2020 & Not Crush My Own Soul Jan 22, 2020

I know we are almost a month in but now I can confidently say I will keep these things going through the year and hopefully forward for a while. I consider my self incredibly imperfect and I'm always looking for something I can do to improve, become more efficient, happier and everything in between. Let's talk about 5 of those today and I know you will find some helpful as well. <3

How I Make The Most Out Of NAMM and Networking Events (not scummy doe) Jan 08, 2020

Events like NAMM are a great and horrible time, and I've experienced both sides... but after a good handful of them I have a small handful of ways to help foster relationships, use your business cards, and navigate the constantly changing social settings all without being a scummy sleazeball.

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4 Wisdom Nuggets From Hip Hop/Rap Netflix Show "Rhythm + Flow" Oct 28, 2019

Watching people at the top of their game is inspiring and made me learn a LOT. Rhythm & Flow is a must-watch, and you'll definitely want to after hearing the great takeaways I had from it!

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Day Rates vs. Flat Rates - Marrying Both Pricing Methods While Not Dying, Fam Oct 21, 2019

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Thanks for spending time with me this week! This is my favorite way to have candid, long form conversation with you every single week. I truly appreciate your time, and look forward to talking next Monday! Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

Eyal Levi on Smashing His Demons & Fostering Gratitude Oct 14, 2019

Thank you to Eyal Levi for his time. If you want to keep up with him, he's most active on Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/eyal.levi.18

URM Academy

http://urm.academy

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Thanks for spending time with me this week! This is my favorite way to have candid, long form conversation with you every single week. I truly appreciate your time, and look forward to talking next Monday! Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

How I Bully Myself Into Productivity (This Is Fun) Sep 02, 2019

Sometimes you gotta figure out how you think and use it against you to be productive, that's what I did!!

My Recent Revolution About Decision Making & Networking Aug 29, 2019

I honestly can't believe this didn't come to me soon but this needs to be discussed. People get PARALYZED by decision making, and after chatting on it enough, I realized some things I'd like to share....

VALUABLE Lessons I Learned By Forgetting My Own Podcast Aug 05, 2019

Last week I didn't upload.... but I learned SO much from doing so. Let's turn my forgetfulness into something positive, RIGHT NOW!

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• For me, the experience of producing and mixing is service first. I don't place random restrictions on you or any hidden fees that hit you after you signed on the dotted line. I truly value communication and making sure you are excited about the entire process, and of course in love with the end result.

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

Flexibility Leads To Opportunity - A Rant On Seizing Moments In Time Jul 22, 2019

I realized how much this flexibility has changed my career path over the years, and it never stops. And it's EVERYWHERE in the people I see crushing it too. Let's talk.

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• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at jhnmclucas@gmail.com and let’s talk!

• For me, the experience of producing and mixing is service first. I don't place random restrictions on you or any hidden fees that hit you after you signed on the dotted line. I truly value communication and making sure you are excited about the entire process, and of course in love with the end result.

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

How I Rebranded My Friends Audio Business By Accident - Value-First Thinking Jul 15, 2019

I CAN'T BELIEVE I DIDN'T RECORD THE CONVERSATION ITSELF because it was SO perfect, but I go step by step how I completely changed the approach Sean Frost is taking his business in a 6 month window to rebrand in a way that will be SUPER valuable to his target network.
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• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at jhnmclucas@gmail.com and let’s talk!

• For me, the experience of producing and mixing is service first. I don't place random restrictions on you or any hidden fees that hit you after you signed on the dotted line. I truly value communication and making sure you are excited about the entire process, and of course in love with the end result.

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

My Mental Health Struggles In The Music Industry - Mind Made Wrong Podcast Jul 08, 2019

YO! This is a really personal episode about my experience with my own mind and the music world. My ups, big downs, and how I'm consistently working my booty off but keeping happiness first, always. Glad I got this down on the Mind Made Wrong Podcast :) Here's Maggie's intro :) ---> Producer John McLucas joins Steel Maggie in episode number 3 to provide a truly invaluable interview, jam-packed with mental wellness and music industry insights.
Highlights from John McLucas:
-Scheduled hustle and scheduled time off, let’s rethink #teamnosleep
-How to do the job that makes you happy
-Reevaluation and Realignment - John’s secret sauce
-Fail hard and fail often
-Self-love vs selfishness/prioritizing YOU
-Why #kindnesswins
All mentions in the show notes.
John's song - "Sanity (Why Are You Such a Narcissist?)" by John McLucas
https://open.spotify.com/track/0LbL4g4LYvyJ64dNg12Q24

John's YT channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCznMi-yH_jwrnSYme6F_Qpg

The Gary Vee Audio Experience Podcast by Gary Vaynerchuk
https://open.spotify.com/show/6SZVsPIxPfVs6aavqM1peY

For the Love of Money Podcast by Chris Harder
https://open.spotify.com/show/57jA86o43VZgHBbx3rod7F

Take the Values Determination Assessment by Dr. John Demartini
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Knowing Your Career "Values" & Self Awareness - Why I Changed The Podcast Name 2x Jul 01, 2019

This episode is something special. I really go in on my personal experience struggling with career direction and development and what I learned along the way of making changes, more changes, and more changes. We cover

Determining Career Values
Using Self Awareness to Compare Against Circumstance
Executing On It To Make Life Simpler

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• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at jhnmclucas@gmail.com and let’s talk!

• For me, the experience of producing and mixing is service first. I don't place random restrictions on you or any hidden fees that hit you after you signed on the dotted line. I truly value communication and making sure you are excited about the entire process, and of course in love with the end result.

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

50th Episode Q&A! How I Started Playing Music, Nightmare Tour Moments, Advice To Past "Me" Jun 24, 2019

Jumped into a Q&A I gathered from FB & IG, and went right to it! In this episode I cover how I got started in music in the first place, some of my worst moments in my career, what I would tell my pas self, and more!

• If you haven’t yet, subscribe or follow the show, as well as rate us if you are on Apple Podcasts. It helps a lot <3

• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at jhnmclucas@gmail.com and let’s talk!

• For me, the experience of producing and mixing is service first. I don't place random restrictions on you or any hidden fees that hit you after you signed on the dotted line. I truly value communication and making sure you are excited about the entire process, and of course in love with the end result.

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

What Is a Record Label? How Can They Help You? Jun 17, 2019

So, what is a record label? what exactly do they do for an artist, and is it a good fit for you to work with one? What can they do to help your music career? I'm going to explore all of that in today's conversation. Let's dig in!
• If you haven’t yet, subscribe or follow the show, as well as rate us if you are on Apple Podcasts. It helps a lot <3

• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at jhnmclucas@gmail.com and let’s talk!

• For me, the experience of producing and mixing is service first. I don't place random restrictions on you or any hidden fees that hit you after you signed on the dotted line. I truly value communication and making sure you are excited about the entire process, and of course in love with the end result.

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

Band Contracts - Do You Need One? When? How? Why? Jun 10, 2019

When making a band agreement or band contract, it can feel daunting and confusing to start. This video should help clarify what you need to have in writing with your bandmates, or ANYONE you go into business with.

Musicians tend to get weary around paperwork but I urge you to embrace any band contracts or agreements with open arms. They are the BESt way to have open communication and set expectations with your partners BEFORE things get weird or difficult.

#bandcontracts #bandagreements #learnmusicfreelancing

• If you haven’t yet, subscribe or follow the show, as well as rate us if you are on Apple Podcasts. It helps a lot <3

• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at jhnmclucas@gmail.com and let’s talk!

• For me, the experience of producing and mixing is service first. I don't place random restrictions on you or any hidden fees that hit you after you signed on the dotted line. I truly value communication and making sure you are excited about the entire process, and of course in love with the end result.

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

It's Butter On Band BUSINESS, Their First Breakthrough Song, and Touring SMART Jun 03, 2019

It's Butter are veterans of the LA music scene and it shows. They are gaining steady momentum and fans, and I'm stoked to be able to get them on to the podcast to dive deep into taking the band seriously. We cover:

Contracts and bandmate friendships, and how that gets messy and what to do to counteract it
How they got placed on a Spotify-Selected Playlist that is giving them a LOT of exposure
Touring when you are ready, and what that looks like

Follow It's Butter Here:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1tc2mF8FMgyuWuDTDVEIGO?si=e6nk8C6JT7SJweMvdrPTng
https://www.facebook.com/helloitsbutter/
https://www.instagram.com/helloitsbutter/

Drewsif on Common Band Mistakes, DIY Business, Touring Misconceptions May 27, 2019

Drewsif is a one man media company, and one of the few I know that does it SO SO well. Fed up with relying on others, he took his abilities as a musician and expanded it into making video, graphic design, online content, advertising, production, mixing, mastering, and anything else needed to be come a behemoth in creating any kind of media for musicians and artists, specifically in heavy music. Today we talk about his journey to touring several countries, mistakes bandmates and musicians make, and misconceptions people have about being a full-time touring musician. Enjoy!

Follow Drewsif here:
https://www.facebook.com/ItsDrewsif/
https://www.instagram.com/itsdrewsif/

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• For me, the experience of producing and mixing is service first. I don't place random restrictions on you or any hidden fees that hit you after you signed on the dotted line. I truly value communication and making sure you are excited about the entire process, and of course in love with the end result.

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

Graham Cochrane on 7 Figure Passive Income, The Law of Authenticity, & MORE! May 20, 2019

Graham Cochrane (Recording Revolution) is undoubtedly a master of building online business and brand with content marketing and true value for his audience. somebody who operates at his level, and came from such humble beginnings, has a lot of practical experience and knowledge to pass along. Almost 10 years into the recording revolution, and a year and a half into Automatic Income Academy, Graham is here to drop his systems and knowledge on creating passive income with an online business. ENJOY!

Graham Cochrane Links:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaYelLPxZmcZfS5Xq8hyVRA
https://www.instagram.com/thegrahamcochrane/
https://www.grahamcochrane.com/

Recording Revolution YT
https://www.youtube.com/user/recordingrevolution
https://www.instagram.com/rrevofficial/
https://www.recordingrevolution.com/

#grahamcochrane #recordingrevolution #learnmusicfreelancing

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• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at jhnmclucas@gmail.com and let’s talk!

• For me, the experience of producing and mixing is service first. I don't place random restrictions on you or any hidden fees that hit you after you signed on the dotted line. I truly value communication and making sure you are excited about the entire process, and of course in love with the end result.

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

Mary Zimmer Voicehacks on Building a Youtube Audience, Perspective on Failure, & MORE! May 13, 2019

Mary Zimmer of Voicehacks comes on today to break down the explosion of growing an audience on her youtube channel, as well as her process developing a myriad of new skills to become a DIY creator, and some important perspective on failure that we all need.

Mary Zimmer is a long-time industry veteran, fronting bands like Luna Mortis and White Empress in her past, and running an incredibly successful vocal coaching business. The extension of that, Voicehacks, has become an incredibly exciting new adventure, and I personally love how open she is with her knowledge, and has a true desire to help people.

Voicehacks YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ8Imf-grdfjccLUcPLCSeA

Voicehacks IG
https://www.instagram.com/voicehacks/

Mary IG
https://www.instagram.com/metalmaryz

For business inquiries you can reach her at voicehacks@gmail.com
#maryzimmer #voicehacks #learnmusicfreelancing

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• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at jhnmclucas@gmail.com and let’s talk!

• For me, the experience of producing and mixing is service first. I don't place random restrictions on you or any hidden fees that hit you after you signed on the dotted line. I truly value communication and making sure you are excited about the entire process, and of course in love with the end result.

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

Rest Repose's Josh Wildhorn - Tips For Joining the Band, Common Music Mistakes, & MORE May 06, 2019

Josh Wildhorn, bassist for Rest, Repose, guitarist for Designer Disguise, and fantastic engineer/producer walks us through his approach and tips for joining a band, talks over a lot of the mistakes he sees going on in the music world today, and the incredibly humbling perspective he's gained from a brutal battle with cancer.

If you are looking to join a band or approach any larger business entity, this episode is a must. Setting up the framework and right mental approach is so key, and Josh NAILS it.

Follow Josh:

https://www.facebook.com/joshwildhorn

https://www.instagram.com/joshwildhorn/

Follow Rest, Repose:

https://www.facebook.com/RestRepose/

https://www.instagram.com/restreposeband/

https://open.spotify.com/artist/11duYn4xZL4LOWuEsGRg9o?si=QPiEq7DrR4qZn75ScbS7ng

https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/rest-repose/1230168642

Follow Designer Disguise:

https://www.facebook.com/designerdisguise/

https://www.instagram.com/designerdisguise/

https://open.spotify.com/artist/6CIDG937dHbankZzK4IlYu?si=uRpv_3wGSquIH1skdbfV9A

https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/chandelier-feat-alex-pasibe-single/1457433635

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• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at jhnmclucas@gmail.com and let’s talk!

• For me, the experience of producing and mixing is service first. I don't place random restrictions on you or any hidden fees that hit you after you signed on the dotted line. I truly value communication and making sure you are excited about the entire process, and of course in love with the end result.

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

Musicians Institute Alumni - Building A Career AFTER Graduation Apr 29, 2019

Finishing music school is scary, and the reality and viciousness of the music business hits hard. I got interviewed by a current student of Musicians Institute, Callie Wong, who wanted to dive into my experience getting clients in audio production and music in the last 6 years. If you are a music producer, audio engineer, mixing engineer, or are a music student attending school to enter the field of audio and the music industry, you will find a LOT of value in my experience in building a client base and landing more work in the competitive market of Los Angeles.

Follow Callie Here - https://www.instagram.com/callie.l.wong/

#musiciansinstitute #audioengineering #alumni

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• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at jhnmclucas@gmail.com and let’s talk!

• For me, the experience of producing and mixing is service first. I don't place random restrictions on you or any hidden fees that hit you after you signed on the dotted line. I truly value communication and making sure you are excited about the entire process, and of course in love with the end result.

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

THE MAINE on Building a Fanbase, Album vs. Single, & More! Apr 22, 2019

The Maine, to me, has one of the most dedicated fan bases in the rock pop world. Not only that, but a dedicated KIND fanbase that supports each other like family, and I wanted to dig into:

What they have done and what they recommend others do to build DEEP relationships with fans and followers
If they had to start over what would they do, and how?
What are artists in 2019 missing the mark on?
and MORE!

A MASSIVE thank you to The Maine for their time and insight for the podcast. If you haven't, go visit The Maine and listen to their incredible new record and see where their tour is taking them here

themaineband.com

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• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at jhnmclucas@gmail.com and let’s talk!

• For me, the experience of producing and mixing is service first. I don't place random restrictions on you or any hidden fees that hit you after you signed on the dotted line. I truly value communication and making sure you are excited about the entire process, and of course in love with the end result.

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

Daniel Grimmett on Making a Living Producing 100% Online, Creating a High-Value Brand, and More Apr 15, 2019

Daniel Grimmett is a pioneer in the online music space with a great eye for finding open spaces in the market and creating high-brand value music producers. Today we take a deep dive into his past creating those high level teams with The Songwriting Team, and how he is helping producers all over the world make 100% online income, all at a MUCH higher price point than people think.

This isn't just a conversation for music producers, beatmakers, or audio engineers, even if you're a freelancing musicians or just a freelancing creative, you will get a TON of value from this conversation.

Keep up with him here:

Main Site - www.danielgrimmett.com/

The Producer Files - his monthly business journal - www.danielgrimmett.com/files

His webinar - www.danielgrimmett.com/class

His production team - www.songwritingteam.com

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• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at jhnmclucas@gmail.com and let’s talk!

• For me, the experience of producing and mixing is service first. I don't place random restrictions on you or any hidden fees that hit you after you signed on the dotted line. I truly value communication and making sure you are excited about the entire process, and of course in love with the end result.

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

Joey Sturgis on Future of Music Industry, Getting YOU Signed, & Starting A Business Apr 08, 2019

Joey Sturgis is a certified Gold music producer and a serial entrepreneur that has TONS of insight in every angle of the music business. His catalog of work includes Asking Alexandria, The Devil Wears Prada, We Came As Romans, Joey Sturgis Tones, Band Academy, Unstoppable Recording Machine, I could go forever lol! In this episode today we cover

• Where Joey sees music production and home studios going in 10 to 20 years

• how his company Band Academy is getting independent artists MASSIVE opportunities

• What to do when you want to start your music business

and WAYYY more!!!

FOLLOW JOEY <3

https://www.instagram.com/joeyismusick/

https://www.facebook.com/joeyismusic/

Check out Joey Sturgis tones if you want some badass plugins

https://joeysturgistones.com/

BE A BETTER BAND

https://bandacademy.com

#joeysturgis #jst #unstoppablerecordingmachine

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• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at jhnmclucas@gmail.com and let’s talk!

• For me, the experience of producing and mixing is service first. I don't place random restrictions on you or any hidden fees that hit you after you signed on the dotted line. I truly value communication and making sure you are excited about the entire process, and of course in love with the end result.

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

Punk Rock MBA on The Future of Music Industry, Consumer Behavior, & Psychology Apr 01, 2019

Finn McKenty from The Punk Rock MBA sat down with me for a candid discussion of the music industry in many different facets. As a creator who has a great grasp on consumer behavior (from his vast background in marketing) he gives his input on:

How you win or lose your consumer in the first 3 seconds of contact
What roles will emerge in the business in the future
How he simplifies his life at a fundamental level to keep 110% focus on his business goals
How he stays "on his toes" and hungry for continued growth through the years

and MUCH more!

This is an important episode for anyone who is looking for a no BS, straight shooter approach on the music business from a marketer with a deep understanding of human behavior. Thank you Finn McKenty and The Punk Rock MBA for your time, expertise, and memes.

SUBSCRIBE to PRMBA

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjewxGh1Gx5i5Uzxn0v-TPw

Finn's IG - https://instagram.com/finnmckenty

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• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at jhnmclucas@gmail.com and let’s talk!

• For me, the experience of producing and mixing is service first. I don't place random restrictions on you or any hidden fees that hit you after you signed on the dotted line. I truly value communication and making sure you are excited about the entire process, and of course in love with the end result.

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

Rest, Repose's Tony Cappocchi - Finding RIGHT Members & Managing YouTubers Screen reader support enabled. Rest, Repose's Tony Cappocchi - Finding RIGHT Members & Managing YouTubers Mar 25, 2019

SO stoked to have Tony Cappocchi (sketty bag) on today to talk business. Rest, Repose recently lost two band mates so he breaks down the good and bad approaches potentional band members have, as well as what they look for in a future core member. He also touches on his sales approach for himself and YouTubers he manages such as Jared Dines and Ryan "Fluff" Bruce. Lastly we talk about the crucial importance of a band member that understands a variety of music or industry related tech, and how that leads to an easier future as a band overall.

Follow Tony Here - https://www.facebook.com/Anthonycappocchi https://www.instagram.com/skettybag/

Follow Rest Repose - https://www.instagram.com/restreposeband/ https://www.facebook.com/RestRepose/ #restrepose #tonycappocchi #howtofindbandmembers

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• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at jhnmclucas@gmail.com and let’s talk!

• For me, the experience of producing and mixing is service first. I don't place random restrictions on you or any hidden fees that hit you after you signed on the dotted line. I truly value communication and making sure you are excited about the entire process, and of course in love with the end result.

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

Going From "The New Guy" To "THE Guy" for LABEL Projects and Billy Decker - The Ben Johnson Story Mar 18, 2019

Ben Johnson is the epitome of humility and a desire to learn, and that is exactly how he rose up in the URM community so quickly. I wanted to hear from him his mindset and approach with the situation and how he absolutely CRUSHED it to be working on so many exciting projects with labels and Billy Decker!

In this episode we cover:

How to approach an online community as the guy new with humility and eagerness for knowledge
Proper etiquette and true authenticity when it comes to meeting "bigger" people in the industry
The importance of long-term relationship building and how it can pay off in an instant

Ben's Links!

https://www.facebook.com/Ben.Johnson013

https://www.instagram.com/benjohnson1323

• If you haven’t yet, subscribe or follow the show, as well as rate us if you are on Apple Podcasts. It helps a lot <3

• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at john@mclucasmedia.com and let’s talk!

• We are a modern music production & mixing company primarily in the rock, pop, and progressive genres. We currently have clients in the United States and England, and can work remotely or fly anywhere we need to. We look forward to making memorable music together!

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

Julian Gray Speaks on Getting 90K Monthly Listeners, Signing to mau5trap, and Collaboration Mar 11, 2019

This episode is straight insanity. Julian Gray is defining hustle for the modern musician with how he built his fan base and network. If you are looking to grow as a musician or creator, and want to understand community growth and attention grabbing on a new level, THIS IS A MUST LISTEN!

In this episode we cover:

How to use Facebook communities to create a great grassroots fanbase
How to slowly build rapport and get the attention of influential people
The truth behind being signed to a label
Why collaboration is so crucial for growth

Julian Gray can be found here:

IG - https://instagram.com/juliangraymedia

Twitter - https://twitter.com/juliangraymedia

YT - https://www.youtube.com/juliangraymedia

FB - https://www.facebook.com/Juliangray/

• If you haven’t yet, subscribe or follow the show, as well as rate us if you are on Apple Podcasts. It helps a lot <3

• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at john@mclucasmedia.com and let’s talk!

• We are a modern music production & mixing company primarily in the rock, pop, and progressive genres. We currently have clients in the United States and England, and can work remotely or fly anywhere we need to. We look forward to making memorable music together!

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

Building 23K Youtube Subscribers & Growing Your Audience - The Maxadrums Story Mar 04, 2019

Maximiliam Andersson has spent years carefully watching and executing on his vision to create a consistent funnel for drum students, and his YouTube channel quickly became an incredible source of business and notoriety. He also drops GREAT advice to any creators looking to start in 2019, so this is going to be MASSIVE for starting efficiently and effectively.

If you are a musician, youtuber, or creative that wants to figure out how to grab that attention on a moments notice, take notes on this one!

Max's channel!

https://www.youtube.com/user/maxadrums

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• We are a modern music production & mixing company primarily in the rock, pop, and progressive genres. We currently have clients in the United States and England, and can work remotely or fly anywhere we need to. We look forward to making memorable music together!

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

Making His Own WARPED TOUR & Booking Dave Grohl - The Chris Bowman Story Feb 25, 2019

Chris Bowman is attacking and crushing on a LOT of fronts, from American Sushi Recording & Mastering, to his own podcast Sushi For Breakfast, booking hugely successful shows in his hometown, and more in the backend. He has ambitions to grow ALL of these avenues to national levels, so we sat down to talk about the principles that got him so far now and how he will ramp it up over 9000.

IG @cbmakesmusic

https://www.americansushimastering.com/

https://www.facebook.com/cbowmanmusic

https://www.facebook.com/SushiForBreakfastATL/

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• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at john@mclucasmedia.com and let’s talk!

• We are a modern music production & mixing company primarily in the rock, pop, and progressive genres. We currently have clients in the United States and England, and can work remotely or fly anywhere we need to. We look forward to making memorable music together!

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

Austin Hull Speaks on GIVING As #1 & How To Build an AMAZING Community Around Music Feb 18, 2019

Austin Hull of Make Pop Music and Austin Hull Audio & Visual takes me through his mental approach to the online community of 18k people he has created on Facebook, as well as why he has made giving the #1 goal of his online presence.

https://www.makepopmusic.com

https://www.facebook.com/groups/MAKEPOPMUSIC/

https://www.austinhull.com/

https://www.facebook.com/austin.hull.37

https://www.instagram.com/austinhull23/

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• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at john@mclucasmedia.com and let’s talk!

• We are a modern music production & mixing company primarily in the rock, pop, and progressive genres. We currently have clients in the United States and England, and can work remotely or fly anywhere we need to. We look forward to making memorable music together!

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

Breaking Over 700 Listeners on Spotify & Grassroots Growth Tactics with Megan Steinke Feb 11, 2019

Megan has her hand on the pulse of what it means to start and nurture relationships with people both in her local scene and online, and the results of her album release show it! I know a LOT of artists are looking for that initial burst of followers, true fans of their music, that are eager to engage with them. and that's exactly what Megan is building, and why we chatted it up :) In this episode we cover:

How she is reaching out to people on Instagram that are most likely going to love her music
What she does at shows to make sure they get and stay in touch
How she has started and kept important relationships that put her music in key spots

Make sure to FOLLOW Megan - NEW ALBUM is out NOW :D

fb.com/megansteinkemusic

IG - @megansteinkemusic

megansteinke.com

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• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at john@mclucasmedia.com and let’s talk!

• We are a modern music production & mixing company primarily in the rock, pop, and progressive genres. We currently have clients in the United States and England, and can work remotely or fly anywhere we need to. We look forward to making memorable music together!

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

Pushing Past Chronic Illness to Create Greatness - The Ryan Gurnett & Nate Nowortyta Stories Feb 04, 2019

It's so easy to get caught up in the face of bad health news, but Ryan's story is exactly the opposite. With his right hand man Nate, they have created a podcast that has grown and honed in on a niche within the music scene of Buffalo. Let's dive in to how and why they did it.

In this episode we cover:

• Exactly how Ryan overcame adversity with his chronic illness

• What the breaking point was that brought around intense focus and action

• How they built a significant audience for their podcast and leveraged their skills into other musical endeavors as well

and MORE!

You can check out their podcast, the Struggle Is Real Buffalo Music Podcast Below!

http://www.allwnyradio.com/2019/02/podcast-struggle-is-real-episode-29.html

Thanks again to Ryan Gurnett, Nate Nowortyta and Will Webb for their time, energy, and love.

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• We are a modern music production & mixing company primarily in the rock, pop, and progressive genres. We currently have clients in the United States and England, and can work remotely or fly anywhere we need to. We look forward to making memorable music together!

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

Joel Wanasek Speaks on CRUSHING the Transition to Full-Time Creative Freelancing Jan 28, 2019

Joel Wanasek (Monuments, Miyavi, URM Academy) tells us his best tips on transitioning from a part-time creative to a full-time career. This is a quick episode but the knowledge is dense and wise from this man!

Massive thanks to Joel for the quick chat. Visit http://urm.academy if you want to learn more about the Unstoppable Recording Machine!

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• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at john@mclucasmedia.com and let’s talk!

• We are a modern music production & mixing company primarily in the rock, pop, and progressive genres. We currently have clients in the United States and England, and can work remotely or fly anywhere we need to. We look forward to making memorable music together!

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

How The Internet Can RUIN Your Business - A Casual Conversation with Anthony Shea Jan 21, 2019

A SUPER valuable story about how somebody being an internet troll lost them important people in their network. It's hard to have a full perspective of the power of our words when it's so easy to post at a whim, so this is a reality check for both you and me. So glad I captured this conversation with Anthony Shea!

In it we cover:

Why unkindness is such a horrible idea, especially on the internet
& What HUGE negative impact it can have on your career possibilities

and some of my thoughts on the overall impact of technology and whether it's changed us or not.

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• If you haven’t yet, subscribe or follow the show, as well as rate us if you are on Apple Podcasts. It helps a lot <3

• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at john@mclucasmedia.com and let’s talk!

• We are a modern music production & mixing company primarily in the rock, pop, and progressive genres. We currently have clients in the United States and England, and can work remotely or fly anywhere we need to. We look forward to making memorable music together!

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

Growing a VIRAL YouTube Channel, 3 Bands, and Online Course - The Sean Johnson Story Jan 14, 2019

Sean Johnson (or Capt.n Redbeard as he is known in the high seas) is certainly staking his claim in the internet world by creating very well niched viral videos on Youtube and incredible music. All of this is amplified with DEEP education in marketing and real world knowledge to continue to capture the attention of his local and online networks. We talk about how he manages ALL of the different facets of those ventures!

In this episode you'll learn:

Why it's important to listen to your audience
The power of creating content for a very specific niche
How to manage several different massive projects without going insane

and SO much more!

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• If you haven’t yet, subscribe or follow the show, as well as rate us if you are on Apple Podcasts. It helps a lot <3

• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at john@mclucasmedia.com and let’s talk!

• We are a modern music production & mixing company primarily in the rock, pop, and progressive genres. We currently have clients in the United States and England, and can work remotely or fly anywhere we need to. We look forward to making memorable music together!

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

Big Business Flops - Part 1 - All The WRONG Ways To Bring Up Money Jan 07, 2019

Money talks are no fun for a lot of people, but it's an important conversation to not only get comfortable with, but embrace. It's part of any business, and if you plan to be a music freelancer, it's time to love it. In this episode we cover:

Experiences I personally went through where a service provider didn't bring up money until the "favor" was done
How to be armed and ready for any money conversation
How to set expectations and standards for your work, free or paid

and MORE!

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• We are a modern music production & mixing company primarily in the rock, pop, and progressive genres. We currently have clients in the United States and England, and can work remotely or fly anywhere we need to. We look forward to making memorable music together!

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

An EPIC Marketing Consultation With Finn McKenty - Dissecting My Business Approaches Dec 31, 2018

This week I brought my personal business questions to Finn McKenty, who gave me some absolutely massive insight that will help me focus my effort, and save me hundreds of hours down the line in 2019! Finn has incredible insights from his marketing work with URM, Periphery, A Day to Remember, Febreze, Abercrombie, Hollister, GetGood Drums, and so many more!

What we cover in this episode:

When you do or don't need a studio or business name
Why you need fewer social media presences
Respecting the medium of the content you are putting out to make sure it is formatted properly
Why you should use your life's journey over and over

and SO much more!

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• We are a modern music production & mixing company primarily in the rock, pop, and progressive genres. We currently have clients in the United States and England, and can work remotely or fly anywhere we need to. We look forward to making memorable music together!

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

3 MAJOR Pitfalls To Avoid When Setting Goals For The New Year Dec 24, 2018

It's time to look forward to 2019 and figure out EXACTLY how you will crush it in every way possible. There are a few pitfalls that I see people making with goal-setting and their approach to the new year, so let's talk about it and how to avoid falling into them!

In this episode we cover:

Setting realistic financial goals
Goals with business and personal aspects in mind
Why SMART goals are CRUCIAL for success and what they are

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Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy

Creating A Memorable Customer Experience - The Joel Ferber Story Dec 17, 2018

Joel Ferber went from a college graduate with no clients to recently jumping into full-time music producing, and found incredible value for his client base around the experiences he provided and the high level of care. I break down his past as well as the key takeaways that got him here today.

What we go over:

Some of the initial client experiences that ended up vaulting him into fantastic opportunities
How to give without expectation
Habits to put into place that will keep you on top of your schedule and commitments

and SO much more!

Joel is on Instagram @joelferber and you can check his work out at joelferbermusic.com

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• We are a modern music production & mixing company primarily in the rock, pop, and progressive genres. We currently have clients in the United States and England, and can work remotely or fly anywhere we need to. We look forward to making memorable music together!

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy.

A Veteran's Motivation & Journey Into Freelance - The Jon Tate Story Dec 10, 2018

Today we pick the brains of a man with an incredible journey, consisting of fighting on the frontlines to today, finding his purpose and motivation to continue forward every single day and truly seize the moment. In this episode we cover:

What he uses for daily motivation
How that motivation keeps him focused every day
How to crush it and start making those first connections and landing those important first projects

and MUCH more!!

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Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy.

Going Full-Time Creative at 20 - The Anthony Potenza Story Dec 03, 2018

One of the youngest guys I know to be full-time in audio engineering, and he's made a lot of right choices along the way. We cover:

How important social awareness is in freelance business and how to implement it
Giving without expecting anything in return, and how that yields the best ROI's
Why relationships matter more than your technical skills
and SO much more!

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• We are a modern music production & mixing company primarily in the rock, pop, and progressive genres. We currently have clients in the United States and England, and can work remotely or fly anywhere we need to. We look forward to making memorable music together!

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy.

Why Kindness is ALWAYS Right in Business & Life Nov 26, 2018

Today we are going to go over why kindness is the ultimate superpower in both business and personal situations, as well as the consequences for being UNKIND.

It's very difficult to be kind at all times, and honestly it's an impossible goal to be perfect 100% of the time, but increasing your kindness day-to-day is incredibly important. Let's talk abut it :)

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3 Interaction & Connection Tactics That DOUBLED My Business in 2018 Nov 19, 2018

Today we dive into the three different ways I interacted and formed connections with people throughout 2018 that ended up DOUBLING McLucas Media's income in 2018.

All three have their own benefits and drawbacks, but they all feed into each other and have created the progress we have today. This is an advice buffet, so take which tactis you enjoy and try them out and see what returns you get!

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Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy.

Speaking at The URM Summit 2018 - Providing the Most Value with Steven Ward and Michelle Wiebach Nov 12, 2018

This week I spoke at the URM Summit to 200 people, discussing the tactics and mindset I used to build up McLucas Media and get my first full-time employee. This is a pre-event discussion with Steven and Michelle, where we talk about ways to rework the messaging within my speech to make it incredibly valuable for the audience.

Due to the exclusivity of the event, I cannot post the audio of the speech itself, BUT this is all of the structuring and reworking that crafted the final version.

A great appreciation and thank you to the URM Summit for asking me to speak at the event! urmacademy.com

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Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy.

A 4 Step System To Organize Your Work and Personal Life with Proper Systems Nov 05, 2018

Life is chaotic at every stage, so I promise you will NEED this information to help organize your tasks, priorities, and increase your focus and completion rates. We dive into the system I personally use to manage running this podcast, my music production company McLucas Media, personal life, and several new business possibilities that are emerging.

The software I use are both free internet tools, Google Calendar and Google Keep. BUT, before you go use it once and forget, it's the tactics I dive into here that really bring out some creative, unorthodox uses that have saved me days of stress and turmoil.

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Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy.

Q&A #3 - Time Management Tactics, Bringing In Repeat Clients, When To Work For Free & More Oct 29, 2018

Today we went LIVE on FB to answer questions we gathered and share some knowledge!

How about time management for the entrepreneur? How to decide what kind of work is actually worth your time? Both when working “on” and “in” your business.
How did you get your first repeat client? Do you do anything different now to keep people coming back?
In my case I live in a country and city where I have very few clients so my main income is from people from everywhere but my country.. how do I embrace that? I have no problem working with people from distance but it's harder to find people to work with when you can't physically talk them into coming.. how can one find more people to work with from distance?
When is it right to work for free?

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Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy.

Dealing With Crippling Inadequacy - 3 Strategies to Beat Imposter Syndrome Oct 22, 2018

We are all going through it but hardly anyone is talking about the cycle of self-doubt we fight on a weekly or daily basis. Let's change that.

Hey, it's John! I've had so much first hand experience with imposter syndrome, and it's definitely an ugly beast to face. We start seeing success (or experience continued success) in some part of our life and we are simply convinced we slipped through the cracks somehow, we don't deserve to be here, etc.

IT'S OKAY. This is not only normal to feel, but more common than you think. After a lot of battles with it, I've walked away with 3 strategies I use to keep my imposter syndrome thoughts in check, and am excited to share them with you too.

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Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy.

How To Crush It On Facebook & Be Valuable to Your Audience with Raymond Rasmusson Oct 15, 2018

In a world where people complain about organic reach being throttled, Raymond's audience is well established and continues to get high interaction on his FB posts. He definitely teaches us a thing or two about providing value to an audience online and creating a loyal audience.

Thank you so much to Raymond Rasmusson for a fantastic, in-depth conversation and sharing a lot of great knowledge! Make sure to like his Facebook page below, and

https://www.facebook.com/raymondrasmusson/

https://www.facebook.com/udiospace/

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Should You Be a "Jack of All Trades" or "Master of One"? The Answer is More Complex Than You Think Oct 08, 2018

A wide net versus specialization is an often-discussed topic amongst freelancers, and everyone has a set yes or no answer, but it's truly a spectrum depending on your circumstance. Either answer "Jack of All Trades" or a "Master of One" can be correct once you look at some key factors that should dictate how quickly you make the transition.

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Self Awareness - Growing Into My Own with Greg Fender Oct 01, 2018

Taking a deep dive into why I tick the way I do and what's shaped me into the person I am today. Greg wanted to ask more about it and honestly I had never considered it so I had him hop onto his mic so we could record while we chat!

Thanks to Greg Fender at SledgeSound Studios for his time and friendship. :)

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IMAGE MATTERS & Single Release Strategies with Trey Ewald Sep 24, 2018

A great chat with Trey Ewald talking about the importance of image, as well as strategies for releasing his single "Electricity". The look that you present for your music is so insanely important, and trey learned about that very early on in his career which has helped him do well in the long-term. Listen, learn, and stay spongy!

Listen here https://open.spotify.com/track/0kBrIpzOseR3jmgHSF6VE2?si=MKBuimAwSfiXxbeS5i_Aqg

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Instagram Deep Dive Part 1: The (SUPER IMPORTANT) Basics Sep 17, 2018

So many people neglect Instagram, the most culturally relevant platform of 2018, and it's destroying your business more than you think. Don't leave money on the table, take advantage of this incredible platform NOW. You're off to a good start though, because you're here! Today we will go over the basics of the functions, the benefits, and the general strategies to get you into the habit of using Instagram to build your personal or business's brand.

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The Quickest Way To NOT Grow Your Network Sep 10, 2018

It truly does take a lifetime to build your reputation and one second to ruin it, so pay close attention to make sure you don't commit any of these sins that can obliterate your opportunities in your industry. If you hear any story that applies to someone in your life, make sure you SHARE this with them!

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Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy.

How to Capitalize on Millions of Views with Andrew Simmons - Veggie Tales Viral Video Sep 03, 2018

What do you do when a video catches heat and you want to make every ounce of attention count? Andrew Simmons ran into this situation with over 100K on YouTube and 4.8 MILLION on the FB post. He wanted to reach out about how to make the best return for these crucial days of internet eyes. You can see the video here https://rapzilla.com/2018-08-shama-veggie-tales-remix-dru/

Veggie Tales (Remix)

Credits

Music Produced by Andrew Simmons at Collective Studios

Executive Producer: Chris Brank

Director: Robert Therrell

DP: Brian French

Set Design/PA: Anthony Palacino

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Q&A #2 - Why I Freelance, Realistic Vs "BIG" Goal Setting, Hardest Things When Starting Aug 27, 2018

Gathered up questions from our IG page (@stayspongyshow) and now we are going in depth with answers! We go over why I decided to be my own boss instead of work in a larger organization, whether it's best to set a realistic bar or a make-it-to-the-moon goal and why, and the hardest thing when starting ANY freelance business.

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• We are a modern music production & mixing company primarily in the rock, pop, and progressive genres. We currently have clients in the United States and England, and can work remotely or fly anywhere we need to. We look forward to making memorable music together!

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy.

Where Will Technology Take Music Freelancing In 20 Years? Aug 20, 2018

Today we talk about where technology will take the music industry in 20 years, and how we can adapt and be ahead of the curve so we don't fall to the wayside as things progress! So many companies and people lose their careers because they refuse to innovate and keep up with the market... let's not be one of those! Let's be agile and CRUSH!

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Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy.

From Laid Off to Full Time in 10 Months - The Steven Ward Story Aug 13, 2018

Today we dive into Steven's unexpected plunge into audio at an inopportune time, and how he attacked the chances he got to build a name for himself SUPER fast. Steven is a great example of what it means to figure out whatever you need to without making excuses, and it worked. Enjoy!

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Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy.

Q&A #1 - Big City vs Small Town for Freelancers, Where To Reinvest Extra $$, Managing A Busy Schedule Aug 06, 2018

Gathered up questions from our IG page (@stayspongyshow) and now we are going in depth with answers! You'll learn about the pros and cons of starting your business in a big or small city, what to do once you have extra money to reinvest into your business, and how to manage a too-full plate with the rest of your life, and more!

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• We are a modern music production & mixing company primarily in the rock, pop, and progressive genres. We currently have clients in the United States and England, and can work remotely or fly anywhere we need to. We look forward to making memorable music together!

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy.

5 Reasons You're Failing & How To Win Jul 30, 2018

In this episode we will cover some extremely common ways people are missing out, and how to reverse them to win. We talk about undervaluing social media, horrific websites, bad social skills, bad technical skills, and mindsets that keep you from being a killer in your field. Get out there, work hard, and stay spongy!

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Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy.

Building a Career in LOS ANGELES in the Modern Market - My Story Jul 23, 2018

Today let's chat about my story of coming to Los Angeles, and the constant uphill battle of establishing a client base and reputation in such a fiercely competitive market. Everything from failures, how I pivoted when I saw opportunity in unexpected places, and my successes along the way. Come along for the journey!

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• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at john@mclucasmedia.com and let’s talk!

• We are a modern music production & mixing company primarily in the rock, pop, and progressive genres. We currently have clients in the United States and England, and can work remotely or fly anywhere we need to. We look forward to making memorable music together!

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy.

Intro - What is Stay Spongy? Jul 16, 2018

Today we will talk about what it means to "Stay Spongy" and why it is so crucial to your success in the modern music industry. We cover the principles of always investing in education, actively searching out new knowledge in you day to day life, and what makes the difference between pushing through the noise and falling short. Welcome to the Show!

• Read our blog, join the #spongesquad, and support the podcast • http://www.stayspongyshow.com

• Comments, ideas, feedback, or questions • stayspongyshow@gmail.com

• If you haven’t yet, subscribe or follow the show, as well as rate us if you are on Apple Podcasts. It helps a lot <3

• Are you an artist or band that needs a killer team to make a memorable musical experience for your fans? Get in touch at john@mclucasmedia.com and let’s talk!

• We are a modern music production & mixing company primarily in the rock, pop, and progressive genres. We currently have clients in the United States and England, and can work remotely or fly anywhere we need to. We look forward to making memorable music together!

Now get out there, work hard, and #stayspongy.

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