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The Career Musician

The Career Musician

By: The Career Musician
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  • #199: Still Making New Year’s Resolutions? Serious Musicians Do This Instead

    #199: Still Making New Year’s Resolutions? Serious Musicians Do This Instead
    Dec 29 2025
    Action > Resolution New year.New you.New gigs. But not just more gigs. The right gigs. In this episode, Nomad breaks down why New Year’s resolutions don’t work for musicians—and what to do instead if you want real progress this year. Instead of setting goals you’ll forget by February, Nomad introduces a simple Plan of Action (or as he calls it, a Plan of Attack) designed to help you stop procrastinating, stop chasing the wrong opportunities, and start taking consistent action toward the career you actually want. This episode is built around Nomad’s ETHOS framework and the core pillars of The Career Musician—helping you improve your mindset, your business decisions, and your gig and studio life. Why “more gigs” isn’t better if they’re pulling you in the wrong direction The real reason New Year’s resolutions fail musicians How to replace resolutions with a simple Plan of Action Why Nomad also calls it a Plan of Attack (and what you’re actually attacking) How to beat procrastination, self-doubt, complacency, and excuses A clear, easy-to-follow framework you can use all year—not just in January This episode is practical, simple, and built for real working musicians—not hype, not motivation, just action. To go along with this episode, Nomad created a free, fillable one-page Plan of Action worksheet you can use immediately. 👉 Download it here:https://thecareermusician.com This worksheet walks you through: Telling the truth about where you are Choosing one clear focus for the next 90 days Identifying simple weekly actions Building daily momentum—even when you don’t feel motivated This episode and worksheet come directly from ETHOS: The Career Musician’s Code—Nomad’s complete framework for building a sustainable music career. ETHOS shows you how to: Think like a career musician Make smart decisions Take consistent action that leads to real opportunities Learn more at:https://thecareermusician.com Resolutions are easy to break. Action—done consistently—changes everything. If you’re ready to stop hoping and start building, this episode is your starting point. 👉 Download the free worksheet👉 Take action👉 Get after the right gigs 🌟 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/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 mins
  • #198: Year In Review | Top 10 Episodes of 2025 Wrapped!

    #198: Year In Review | Top 10 Episodes of 2025 Wrapped!
    Dec 24 2025
    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
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    12 mins
  • #197: Crash 'n Crunch with the Beatqualizer

    #197: Crash 'n Crunch with the Beatqualizer
    Dec 15 2025
    🎙️ From Baltimore hustle to shaping a music career on his own terms. Drummer, producer, father, and brand-builder — Bryant Wilson (aka The Beatqualizer) proves that success isn’t defined by location or industry hype. After COVID nearly knocked him out of the game for years, he rebuilt from the ground up: steady wedding gigs, a home studio, his own sample pack, and even branded cereal. Yes — cereal. 🍽️🥁 Bryant’s story is a blueprint for musicians who are determined to provide, create, and stay consistent — no matter what season of life they’re in. In this episode, Bryant & Nomad dive into: ⭐ Consistency > luck — how steady wedding gigs rebuilt his career after COVID ⭐ Create your own opportunities — drum studio, remote sessions, sample packs, and a production team ⭐ Brand yourself like a business — unique products (like drummer cereal!) and always evolving your brand ⭐ Seasons of life and music — balancing fatherhood, ambition, and survival ⭐ Mindset shifts that keep you in the game — comparison kills creativity; focus on your path 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/ 🌐 Find Bryant Wilson on: ⁠https://thebeatqualizer.com/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠💡 TCM Pro Tip:Writing your goals down coupled with consistent work toward those goals will produce results. Be patient and consistent and you will reap the benefits! #careermusician Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 mins
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Some of the biggest names in the music biz are right here on this podcast...telling us exactly how they made it. I’m really impressed with the production quality and the hosts ability to deliver the information in such an understandable manner and develop a story arc while doing so.
Kudos, Nomad and thank you for this insightful free resource!

Amazingly comprehensive career advice for any musician seeking to go pro!

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