030 – Why I Deleted Music Entrepreneur HQ

Letting go can be difficult. But change is sometimes necessary. How do you navigate these changes, especially uncomfortable ones? How can you cultivate a mindset that supports you through the upheaval? In this episode of Creativity Excitement Emotion, David reveals his reasons for embracing a personal brand. Sponsors: Productivity, Performance & Profits Blackbook: Get a free copy of the “Definitive Guide to Productivity for Artists and Entrepreneurs.” Highlights: 00:17 – Catching you up with the recent consolidation 00:38 – It’s time to stop hiding 01:39 – It’s time for a simplified web presence 03:22 – It’s time for increased focus 03:40 – It’s time to give up the good for great 04:31 – It’s time to move forward 05:42 – It’s time for improved results Transcript: So, it’s probably about time I addressed the elephant in the room. I have been quite occupied with completing contracts, planning for Clean Slate, finishing my latest book and music release, and even a series of comedic videos in the last month and a half. Now that I’ve got a bit of room to breathe, let me catch you up with why I deleted Music Entrepreneur HQ. Time to Stop Hiding For one reason or another, I haven’t had to promote my products or services in the last few years. Cushy contracts, referrals from band leaders, supportive collaborators… there were generous, proactive people in my corner, and there was always more than enough to keep me busy. Things look different now that I’ve decided to move on and embrace my ideas more. It’s not like I’m completely on my own. I have some contracts or contracts in the works, and I still have collaborators, though some have also moved on to other endeavors. Of course, I have a small team that I think the world of too. But it’s time to stop hiding behind a brand and position myself at the front of the stage, even if it’s a little scary. It’s time to let people in on my world. Not just who I am as an artist coach or as a musician, which you’ve already had the opportunity to see. I want to let you in on all my passions. I want to be more vulnerable and transparent in my sharing, and that’s something I imagine you’ve already picked up from the Creativity Excitement Emotion podcast so far. A Simplified Web Presence My friend, singer-songwriter Jonathan Ferguson once said, “I don’t know anyone with more Facebook pages than David Andrew Wiebe.” Yes, it was getting out of hand. There was a time when niche and micro-niche sites were in vogue, and I’m sure, to a degree, they still work. I was probably at the height of my obsession with niche sites in 2014. But I didn’t want to make you work so hard for the information you’re looking for anymore. Music Entrepreneur HQ. Content Marketing Musician. David Andrew Wiebe. I wanted to create a central location where you could get everything, and there is a little more work to do, but most of what you’re looking for can now be found at DavidAndrewWiebe.com. So, this is your reintroduction to David Andrew Wiebe, and this is what I’d like to share about myself: I’m a digital marketer and new media expert. I build websites, design graphics, write copy, develop content, and more. I’m an award-winning composer and musician. No changes here, just that you can expect more releases from me moving forward. I’m a best-selling author and writer. Besides books and content, I also help people with lyric writing, whitepapers, business plans, grant writing, ghostwriting, and self-publishing. I’m a professional podcaster. You will probably start to hear more advertising in future episodes, though I’m always keen to self-sponsor episodes too. My passion is helping independent artists, creatives, creators, and entrepreneurs. Music isn’t the only thing I cover – I also get into community building, personal development, spirituality, leadership, entrepreneurship, and digital marketing. If you haven’t had the chance to explore DavidAndrewWieb...