#198: Year In Review | Top 10 Episodes of 2025 Wrapped!

Welcome to the 2025 Year in Review Wrap-Up episode! Celebrate our milestones, meet the team, and discover the top 10 career tips that defined this year. From building your brand to mastering auditions and networking, this episode is your guide to thriving as a professional musician. As we approach our 200th episode, Nomad reflects on a year of incredible growth, community, and music industry insights. This episode features reflections on the top 10 career tips of 2025, including: • Building your brand as a musician • The importance of preparation and professionalism • Navigating auditions and getting the gig • Business savvy and protecting standardized rates • Building alliances and networking in the industry • Communication and showing up for yourself and others 🙏 🎶 ❤️ Heartfelt thanks to listeners and the global Career Musician community Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiration to help you build a sustainable music career. 🤘 Exclusive Career Musician Resources 🌟 Nail the Audition and Get the Gig! (Audition Secrets—Free Guide) → https://thecareermusician.com/audition/ 🎛 PA Rehearsal Studios Official Sponsor (L.A.) Get 20% OFF your next booking Use code NOMAD → https://parehearsalstudios.com/ 🎸 JamPlay Guitar Lessons (Free Trial) Sharpen your skills & stay inspired Use code NOMAD → https://jamplay.com/get-free-access?code=NOMAD 📲 Follow The Career Musician Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecareermusician/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCareerMusician/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thecareermusician TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecareermusician 🎙 Stream The Podcast: Podcast Hub: https://thecareermusician.com/podcast/ Apple: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Apple Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Spotify iHeart: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-iHeart Stitcher: https://tinyurl.com/TCM-Stitcher-Pod 📚Online Courses → https://www.thecareermusician.com/store 💼Expert Career Coaching → https://www.thecareermusician.com/coaching 🔖Read Our Blog → https://www.thecareermusician.com/blog/ 💡 TCM Pro Tip: Three qualities that determine you're a TCM Pro—Dedication, Communication, Preparation! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices