Here’s Why You’re Getting Passed Over
Sometimes we get so busy, so focused, doing our own thing, we don’t pick our head up long enough to see what else is out there. Whether it’s from the comfort of your own home or out socializing or attending a professional development event, it’s good to take time to observe what others in your industry are doing, meaning, comparable to some of your own initiatives.
Make Every Impression Count, Not Just the First
Last week I wrote a firsthand account of it’s not what you know it’s who you know. The fact that I find myself so often blogging – and talking on the weekly “Now Hear This Entertainment” podcast
There’s Power in Connections – Who Do You Know?
I remember when I was in school and always hearing, “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know.” I didn’t like that and was so proud of the good grades that I was always getting. I was bound and determined to prove that expression wrong and get ahead because of my smarts.
If You DO Have to Put Your Hand Out…
As far back as Episode 2 of “Now Hear This Entertainment” when singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Alyssa Jacey talked about donating money regularly to combat Alzheimer’s there have been guests who have told me about charitable efforts that they are actively involved in. It’s great to see people who give back and show their gratitude for the op
Someone Stole My Song!
Last week a widely-read guest blog was published on this site, so another writer was invited to contribute this week as well. Chris Tanner is an artist, musician, inventor, and patent attorney.
Simple Strategies to Maximize the Post Conference Glow
In the blog each of the last two weeks there were references to Podfest Multimedia Expo, which was held March 7-9 in Orlando. A great event, but what happens when you get back from a conference like that in your industry and you’re faced with either acting on all the notes you took or throwing that notebook in the bottom de
Are you confident in what you’re doing? Don’t apologize.
Last week I wrote about singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist Cat Ridgeway seizing the opportunity at the After Party for Podfest Multimedia Expo. Without question, she certainly had every confidence in herself to get on-stage – unexpectedly – and perform for the packed crowd
Always Be Ready to Say Yes
Back in July 2017 I sat down in Orlando with singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist Cat Ridgeway for an interview that would become Episode 179 of “Now Hear This Entertainment.” We had scheduled the sit-down, including the date, time, and location. It
Why “I’ve Been Singing Since I was 3” Is a Stupid Backstory (and What to Say Instead)
Mella Barnes (pictured) is a session singer, songwriter, voiceover artist, and the guest from back on Episode 152 of "Now Hear This Entertainment." She most definitely is also a blogger, to the tune of two per week on her website. I loved the following
To Find Results, Keep Showing Up
It’s one week after the big five-year anniversary of “Now Hear This Entertainment.” I don’t want to say that since that occasion it has been, “Oh well, back to work,” because the work never stopped. And that’s just the point.