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This morning, Sam Bennett and I had a chat about creativity, organization, and getting geared up for your next project or job search. We had such a great time, I’m posting the whole 30-minute conversation here, unedited. Click through to listen!
I’ve been in awe of Leah Jones—online and off—for a few years now, so I’m thrilled to finally snag some of her time for an interview for Rock Unemployment. In our interview, Leah talked about doing research to build a fan base, seeking out “windows and side doors” into conversations with them, and how she helped I Fight Dragons move off of MySpace and into a record deal.
When I first heard about Scott Quist’s Los Angeles-based moving company, Real Rock ‘n’ Roll Movers, I knew I had to get in touch with him to learn more. They’re a moving company that keeps hard-working musicians employed between gigs. Pretty cool, huh?
You can use project post-mortems to increase your profits, shorten your work-week, and keep your side gig clients happy. Here’s how…
I recently spoke with photographer and educator Michael E. Stern about his creative workflow, building a professional practice, and how he collaborates with clients (even “the suits”!).