The David Andrew Wiebe Show

Are you looking to make 2019 your best year yet? Are you looking for a better way to plan your schedule and activities? In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, I review a method I refer to as “defaults”. By setting defaults in your life, you can significantly cut down on wasted time, get more done, and foster more happiness in your life. Download the PDF Transcription Podcast Highlights...

We were publishing content at a feverish pace in 2018. So, it’s entirely possible you missed out on some great posts that could make a difference in your music career. In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, we look at the top 10 HQ posts of 2018. Download the PDF Transcription Podcast Highlights: 00:34 – 2018 was the year of guest posts 01:58 – #1: How to Make Money as a DJ 02:22 – #2:...

Reading books is a great habit to get into. Some of the most successful people in the world are voracious readers. In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, I share what I was reading in 2018. I highlight one book specifically that I read multiple times and had the biggest impact on me. Download the PDF Transcription Podcast Highlights: 00:34 – Cultivating the reading habit 01:01 – The on...

Setting theme words has become a habit of mine in the last few years. I first read about it on Chris Brogan’s blog and decided to adopt the process as my own. As you begin to think about what you hope to accomplish in 2019, what do you want your year to look like? What intentions are you setting? In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, I look back on my theme words from 2018 and share m...

2019 is officially here. What happened in 2018? Do you feel like you achieved a lot? Was it a difficult year for you? Regardless of what happened, it’s important to close the chapter on the year past so you don’t drag it into the year ahead. In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, I close the chapter on 2018 and explain how you can do the same. Download the PDF Transcription Podcast Hig...

Are you wondering how you could be making more money as a music instructor? Is there a way to generate income passively without having to trade hours for dollars? In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, I bring Brent Vaartstra of Passive Income Musician and Learn Jazz Standards back to talk about revenue streams and passive income streams for musicians and music instructors. Download th...

Are you a music teacher? Do you wish you could find more ways to earn money from your passion? In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, I interview Brent Vaartstra of Learn Jazz Standards and Passive Income Musician to discuss his journey to this point and how he built a six-figure music instruction website. Download the PDF Cheat Sheet Podcast Highlights: 00:18 – Who is Brent Vaartstra?...

Social media can be a massive distraction. But if used correctly, it’s a tool that can help you work smarter instead of just harder. In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, Monica Strut answers some of the most common questions you’re likely to have about social media and how to make the most of your online presence. Download the PDF Cheat Sheet Podcast Highlights: 00:18 – Who is Monica...

It’s important to be aware of the rhythms of life and go with the flow. Sometimes, you need to take time in your schedule to think and reflect. Don’t ignore those moments. In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, I share why you need to take time to reset. Download the PDF Transcription Podcast Highlights: 00:18 – Early reflection 00:34 – The holiday season 01:21 – Challenging business d...

How do you build a strong mindset? How do you brainwash yourself into believing in your personal success? In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, I chat with Richard “Younglord” Frierson, who describes his approach, as well as numerous revenue streams musicians can tap into. Download the PDF Transcription Podcast Highlights: 00:18 – New podcast theme 01:03 – Monetizing the entire proces...

If you’re looking to achieve anything of consequence, you need a plan. A well-defined plan can help you filter through the many distractions that exist and assist you in becoming laser focused on what you’re trying to achieve. In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, I explain the steps you need to take to put together a strategy for growth hacking as a musician. Download the PDF Transcr...

So, you’re putting together your latest release and you’re interested in promoting it. Or, maybe you’re a marketer looking to help a musician get the word out about their new album. But what does a DIY music marketing campaign look like? What can you expect as you look to share your music with the world? In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, I share five things I’ve learned about exec...

Life presents us with many challenges. And, sometimes we end up carrying our negative thoughts and feelings into a variety of unrelated situations without even being aware of it. In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, I share how you can “leave it at the door” and be present and fully engaged in everything you’re doing. Download the PDF Transcription Podcast Highlights: 00:14 – The cha...

Have you ever thought about composing? Have you already started your career? Are you interested in taking your composing game to the next level? In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, I talk to composer Steven Lebetkin, who shares about his forthcoming release, Perpetuum Immobile, New Age Chamber Music and his specific way of approaching composition. Download the PDF Transcription Podc...

There are a lot of social networks out there. And, there are some clear favorites among musicians, such as Instagram, YouTube and SoundCloud. But what about LinkedIn? Could it be used to enhance your music promotion and networking efforts? In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, guest Vik Rajan of phoneBlogger.net shares how you can use LinkedIn to advance your career. Download the PDF...

Do you feel like you could never be a music entrepreneur? Do you feel discouraged by this thought? Then this episode is for you. In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, we try on the idea that there are no alternatives or options, that music entrepreneurship is indeed all there is. Download the PDF Transcription Podcast Highlights: 00:14 – Connection 00:36 – “Music entrepreneurship is n...

Is it possible to forego certain steps to achieve success in music? Is it imperative that you pay your dues to get to where you want to go? In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, I explore what growth hacking is and how it could apply to the music industry. Download the PDF Transcription Podcast Highlights: 00:14 – What is a growth hacker? 00:23 – The norm in the music industry 01:00 –...

Hardly anyone is searching for the term “music entrepreneurship” online. So, why do I continue to talk about it? Does it matter? Is it relevant? In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, I discuss why music entrepreneurship matters to you. Download the PDF Transcription Podcast Highlights: 00:14 – Why music entrepreneurship is for you 00:36 – Why you should take a different approach 00:46...

“Influencer marketing” is a bit of a buzzword these days. But how does it apply to the music industry? Can a musician take advantage of influencer marketing to grow awareness for their music? In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, I chat with Johnny Vieira, CEO & Founder of TribeFluence, and he explains why influencer marketing represents a significant opportunity for musicians. Downlo...

You’ve heard me talk about it before. It forms the foundation of everything I do online and offline. What am I talking about? Music entrepreneurship, of course. In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, I offer a brief explanation of what music entrepreneurship is, and resources you can tap into to learn more about it. Download the PDF Transcription Podcast Highlights: 00:14 – What is mus...

If you’re in your 20s or 30s now, project yourself ahead 50 to 60 years. Where would you be? What would you be doing? How will your life have turned out? In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, I have a chat with musician, conductor, life coach and author Dobbs Franks, who shares about the wonderful journey of life, and the advice he wants to pass on to the younger generation. Download...

Many people will cross your path. Some will want to work with you. Others will offer you valuable opportunities. What do you do when you’re confronted with a new possibility? Do you jump on the chance and hope it works out? Do you weigh your options carefully before moving forward with it? In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, I share some thoughts on who to align yourself with. Downl...

In April, I released my first mini-book, The Essential Guide to Music Entrepreneurship. To my delight, it has been well-received by musicians and music business owners alike. In the meantime, I’ve been working on several pieces of bonus content that perfectly complement this resource and will help you get more out of it. So, in this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, I share about The Esse...

What is your purpose? What were you meant to accomplish in your lifetime? Are you living life to your fullest? In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, I interview Jules Schroeder of Unconventional Life. She shares how she came to understand her purpose in this world, how she encourages others to live a life of passion, what we can do to find a platform for our message, and much more. Do...

There is so much change going on around us, whether it’s technology, search engine algorithm updates or the needs of our target customers. It isn’t necessary to keep up with everything, but there are some things that can have a major impact on our careers or businesses if we aren’t prepared for them. In this episode of The New Music Industry Podcast, I talk out lout about some of the recent change...