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Is your God-given talent being hidden by an ineffective and unattractive online presence?

No matter how gifted you are, or how good your art is, if you don't have a strong online brand presence, you're in danger of going unnoticed, or even worse, misunderstood by those who would want to support you.

In this episode we share the TOP three mistakes that are preventing you from creating a online creative brand presence that you can be secure in and proud to share.

Creative: Tired of wasting valuable creative time because you’re fighting with social media profiles and websites?

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If you have a creative business or side hustle, you need to make sure you can get your hard-earned money when you need it.

As we've opened and tried a LOT of different banks, we've put together this list of 3 bank accounts to help you keep your money accessible and flowing so you can use it when you need it, using the Profit First method!

For more about our experience with Profit First, check out episode 149.

To check out all of these recommended resources, go to godandgigs.com/toolkit.

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Have you thrown up your hands in frustration over your YouTube channel? It seems many creatives know that the platform can help us reach more people, but solving the struggle of growth takes way too much time and energy.

In this episode we share 3 major shifts that helped us get unstuck and moving positively toward growth, to get our God and Gigs channel to over 1000 subscribers. These growth mindsets can help you not only in YouTube, but any platform where you have to rethink your approach in order to be effective and end your frustration.

Many thanks to our friend and Established Creative Expert LaShonda Brown who was a powerful mentor in our YouTube journey!

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Have you gotten weary of trying to be authentic in a world full of cookie-cutter creativity, while also trying to play the social media game?

If so, you're not alone, and one animation director is fighting to change that with a unique battle plan - a jazz-playing cow.

John Lumgair, an award winning animation director out of London, has worked on many projects with major studios, but his passion is sharing his love of art and music through his animation work. But even he struggles with the battle to get noticed when the social media landscape rewards style over substance. His new animation project, Jazz Cow, puts that battle into a fun and unique package for audiences to enjoy.

For more info on Jazz Cow, head to jazzcow.co.uk
To learn more about John's work, head to quirkymotion.com

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Are you potentially sacrificing your health in your search for success?

You may be one of many creatives, artists and entrepreneurs who are chasing dreams but cutting corners when it comes to their health - and the impact on your life could be devastating.

In this powerful and transparent talk, you'll hear from a peak performance wellness coach on the reasons you MUST prioritize your health, and you'll learn how missing the mark in these areas can cost you much more than you want to pay.

Our guest, Geovannie (Geo) Valdez, is the founder of Transfiguration Wellness, a fitness and wellness company dedicated to helping professionals and athletes optimize their performance through a holistic approach to health. With over a decade of experience, Geovannie has transformed the lives of countless clients by combining mental performance coaching, personalized fitness plans, and nutrition guidance. His unique approach goes beyond physical training, focusing on complete wellness—body, mind, and spirit.

Listen to this episode for passionate encouragement, honest reflections and practical tips to get your health under control, so you can bless future generations with your gifts!


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Creative: Tired of wasting valuable creative time because you’re fighting with social media profiles and websites?

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NEW DEVOTIONAL ON YOUVERSION!

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Quick question: Are you successful yet?

And if you're not sure...how can you know when you'll reach true creative success?

In this excerpt from our Creative Checkup livestream on Fridays at 1pm on YouTube and other social media sites, we shared some personal reflections on what success actually looks like in 2025 and beyond.

Listen, lean in and learn what you might need to do to redefine your success in the coming year. so you don't get stuck trying to reach goals that ultimately will not satisfy you.

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Creative: Tired of wasting valuable creative time because you’re fighting with social media profiles and websites?

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In this episode, world-renowned musician, music director and recording artist West Byrd reveals the secrets on how to find your own sound from his experience as a top musician in R&B, jazz and other genres.

From his early years as a reluctant musician, West shares how he had to struggle with insecurity from his unique musical background for years before he finally got comfortable with his sound, all while working with some of the brightest stars in the music industry.

You'll discover in this episode how even a winding road through the creative industry can lead to you confidently sharing your gifts.

ABOUT WEST BYRD
A classically-trained pianist, West Byrd began honing his prodigious talent at the tender age of five. Eventually gravitating toward the music of jazz legends such as Herbie Hancock, Chick Corea, Keith Jarrett, and Miles Davis, West reflects their greatness in his unique artistry.

He has worked with top artists such as Sheila E, Nathan East, Peabo Bryson, Jeffrey Osborne, Chante Moore, Taylor Hicks, Kenny Lattimore, Lee Ritenour, Chuck Loeb, and Kirk Whalum to name a few.

In addition to being a force in the music industry, West has also showcased his talents in the television and film industry with companies like BET, Paramount Pictures, Universal, Warner Bros, Dreamworks, and ESPN.

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It's a musical exodus, but why is it happening?

A lot of church musicians are quitting playing on Sundays. They don't see the benefit, or they are frustrated and burned out by the battles and internal struggles of ministry.

However, some church musicians have THRIVED while playing every Sunday. What's the difference?

In this Creative Checkup excerpt, I (Allen) will share why I remain a church musician while others have decided to step away. We'll examine a video by our good friend John Mike on why he left, and compare that to the reasons that led me to remain active in music ministry.

Watch John Mike's original video here

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