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Creativity Excitement Emotion features award-winning composer, best-selling author, and professional podcaster David Andrew Wiebe formerly of The New Music Industry Podcast. In addition to offering expert tips for musicians, artists, and creatives, the podcast delivers candid conversations, interviews, and roundtables with an array of artists, creatives, executives, marketers, coaches, and entrepreneurs. Favoring a storytelling approach, Wiebe’s new podcast is chock-full of personal stories ...
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Have you ever felt like you’re spinning your wheels creatively, unable to move forward despite having talent and ideas? Do you find yourself surrounded by half-finished projects, unopened mail, and […] The post 100 – Unclogging Your Creative Flow: Why Tying Up Loose Ends Unlocks Opportunities appeared first on David Andrew Wiebe.…
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Have you ever felt like you're spinning your wheels creatively, unable to move forward despite having talent and ideas? Do you find yourself surrounded by half-finished projects, unopened mail, and organizational chaos that somehow feels manageable but might actually be holding you back?Perhaps you've dismissed the importance of "getting organized"…
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Have you ever felt like you've been pushing and striving for opportunities in your creative career, only to find that your biggest breakthroughs came when you weren't actively chasing them? Do you sometimes struggle to recognize your own accomplishments because you're so focused on what you haven't achieved yet?Perhaps you've wondered why some arti…
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Have you ever felt like you’ve been pushing and striving for opportunities in your creative career, only to find that your biggest breakthroughs came when you weren’t actively chasing them? […] The post 099 – When Music Chooses You: Recognizing Success and Embracing Unexpected Opportunities appeared first on David Andrew Wiebe.…
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Have you ever enthusiastically committed to a project that gradually revealed itself to be a frustrating, poorly managed nightmare? Do you find yourself torn between honoring your commitments and protecting your mental health when collaborative work turns toxic or simply exhausting?Perhaps you've wondered whether persisting through difficult projec…
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Have you ever enthusiastically committed to a project that gradually revealed itself to be a frustrating, poorly managed nightmare? Do you find yourself torn between honoring your commitments and protecting […] The post 098 – When Projects Turn Toxic: Navigating the Integrity vs. Self-Preservation Dilemma appeared first on David Andrew Wiebe.…
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Have you ever wondered what happens to talented musicians who spend decades perfecting their craft but never build an audience? Are you currently so focused on creating great work that you're neglecting the relationships and contact lists that could sustain your career in the future? Perhaps you assume that your talent alone will eventually attract…
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Have you ever wondered what happens to talented musicians who spend decades perfecting their craft but never build an audience? Are you currently so focused on creating great work that […] The post 097 – Don’t Wait Until Your Golden Years: The Musician’s List-Building Wake-Up Call appeared first on David Andrew Wiebe.…
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Have you ever felt the sting of creating something you genuinely believe is good, only to watch it languish in obscurity while inferior work gains massive attention? Do you sometimes wonder if the lack of recognition for your creative efforts means you should question your abilities, or if there are other factors at play that successful gurus conve…
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Have you ever felt like you're chasing something elusive—searching for your "purpose" or trying to "find meaning" in your creative work—only to feel increasingly frustrated by the abstract nature of these pursuits?Do you sometimes wonder if the endless quest for meaning is actually keeping you from experiencing the satisfaction and joy that drew yo…
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Have you ever felt like you’re chasing something elusive—searching for your “purpose” or trying to “find meaning” in your creative work—only to feel increasingly frustrated by the abstract nature of […] The post 095 – Choosing Fulfillment Over the Endless Search for Meaning appeared first on David Andrew Wiebe.…
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Have you ever found yourself with more opportunities than time? Are you struggling to maintain your creative output while balancing growing professional responsibilities?Many content creators reach a pivotal moment when their success in one area forces them to completely rethink their approach in others—a bittersweet challenge that requires honest …
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Have you ever found yourself with more opportunities than time? Are you struggling to maintain your creative output while balancing growing professional responsibilities? Many content creators reach a pivotal moment […] The post 094 – Streamlining Content Creation: Finding Focus in a Season of Change appeared first on David Andrew Wiebe.…
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Are you creating great music but struggling to find an audience that cares? Do you feel like you’re shouting into the void with each release, wondering why your streams and […] The post 093 – The Power of Distribution Channels: Why Musicians Need to Think Like Marketers appeared first on David Andrew Wiebe.…
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Are you creating great music but struggling to find an audience that cares? Do you feel like you're shouting into the void with each release, wondering why your streams and followers aren't growing despite your best creative efforts?The painful truth is that being a talented musician is only half the battle in today's oversaturated market—the other…
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Are you an independent musician feeling stuck in the endless cycle of social media posts that no one sees, gigs that don’t grow your audience, and streaming platforms that generate […] The post 092 – Taking Control of Your Music Career: A Conversation with Mark Dixon of RadarBase appeared first on David Andrew Wiebe.…
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Are you an independent musician feeling stuck in the endless cycle of social media posts that no one sees, gigs that don't grow your audience, and streaming platforms that generate pennies? Do you wonder how other artists manage to build momentum while you're still waiting for the industry to discover your talent? Perhaps you're looking for a reali…
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Have you ever rated your motivation as a nine or 10, only to abandon your projects at the first sign of difficulty? Do you wonder why certain opportunities never materialize despite your talent, or why success seems to come more easily to others?Perhaps it's time to honestly assess whether you're truly willing to do what it takes—not just some thin…
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Do you find yourself collecting books, courses, and information about how to succeed as an artist, but rarely putting any of it into practice? Are you comfortable discussing creative theories and marketing strategies, but hesitant to build that website, launch that podcast, or release that album? Perhaps you consider yourself knowledgeable about ar…
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Do you find yourself collecting books, courses, and information about how to succeed as an artist, but rarely putting any of it into practice? Are you comfortable discussing creative theories […] The post 090 – Beyond Intellectual Rightness: The Difference Between Knowing and Doing appeared first on David Andrew Wiebe.…
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Are you constantly stuck in the dreaded cycle of "someday I'll start my podcast" or "I need to make this song perfect before releasing it"? Have you noticed how days turn into weeks, weeks into months, and suddenly years have passed while your creative projects remain in perpetual preparation? Perhaps you've convinced yourself that your delays are …
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Are you constantly stuck in the dreaded cycle of “someday I’ll start my podcast” or “I need to make this song perfect before releasing it”? Have you noticed how days […] The post 089 – Commitment Precedes Success: Overcoming the Twin Traps of Procrastination and Perfectionism appeared first on David Andrew Wiebe.…
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Have you found yourself drowning in opportunities but struggling to determine which ones are worth pursuing? Do you sometimes reject possibilities that could transform your career because they arrive at inconvenient times or challenge your ego? Perhaps you've experienced the opposite problem—feeling stuck in a creative desert where meaningful oppor…
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Have you found yourself drowning in opportunities but struggling to determine which ones are worth pursuing? Do you sometimes reject possibilities that could transform your career because they arrive at […] The post 088 – The Art of Allowing: How to Recognize and Value the Right Opportunities appeared first on David Andrew Wiebe.…
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Are you finding yourself paralyzed by "world conditions," unable to create because things just feel too chaotic? Have you caught yourself crafting eloquent social media posts about why creativity is impossible right now, while ironically demonstrating your creative abilities in the process? Do you believe that true artistic expression can only flou…
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Are you constantly overlooking opportunities that are right in front of you? Do you find yourself frustrated with the lack of traction in your creative career, despite creating meticulously crafted […] The post 086 – Acres of Diamonds: Why Being Personable Trumps Perfect Content appeared first on David Andrew Wiebe.…
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Are you constantly overlooking opportunities that are right in front of you? Do you find yourself frustrated with the lack of traction in your creative career, despite creating meticulously crafted content? Have you ever dismissed an unexpected connection or invitation, only to wonder later if it might have led somewhere meaningful?In this episode …
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Are you worried about AI taking over your creative work – or worse, taking over the world? Do you find yourself caught between the techno-evangelists claiming AI will solve all our problems and doomsayers warning of a robotic apocalypse? Perhaps you've wondered if those impressive AI demos really represent what these systems can do consistently, or…
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Have you ever felt like your sensitivity was more of a curse than a gift? Do you find yourself deeply affected by criticism, overwhelmed by intense environments, or struggling to navigate a world that seems built for less sensitive souls? Perhaps you've even wondered if success in the creative field is possible for someone who feels everything so d…
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Have you ever felt like your sensitivity was more of a curse than a gift? Do you find yourself deeply affected by criticism, overwhelmed by intense environments, or struggling to […] The post 084 – Embracing Sensitivity: The Journey Behind ‘Flashes of Elation’ appeared first on David Andrew Wiebe.
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Have you ever felt stuck in a situation that seemed impossible to escape? Do you sometimes wonder if personal development programs are worth the investment, or if they’re just marketing […] The post 083 – From Dark Clouds to Silver Linings: A Personal Journey of Transformation appeared first on David Andrew Wiebe.…
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Have you ever felt stuck in a situation that seemed impossible to escape? Do you sometimes wonder if personal development programs are worth the investment, or if they're just marketing hype? What if the difference between struggling and thriving came down to a fundamental shift in perspective?In this episode of Creativity Excitement Emotion, David…
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Sometimes you stumble into things. Song ideas. Promo ideas. Even opportunities of the highest order.The trick? There isn’t one. Or, if there is one, it’s to stay consistent. Keep showing up and doing the work while remaining open-minded about your approach and where things can take you.Creativity Excitement Emotion? Still here. Still going. And you…
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Every overnight success was 10 years in the making. Does that statement resonate with you? Well, it certainly does for your brave podcast host, David Andrew Wiebe.In this spontaneous and chill episode of Creativity Excitement Emotion, David shares how he’s adapting to changing demands while staying consistent in his various creative endeavors and v…
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You want to change, grow, and transform. You’re not sure exactly how, you just know that there is something more to who you are. Something important to uncover. Potential to unlock. So, what’s the pathway?Throughout history, many successful people have turned to personal development to sharpen their saw and approach work and life with an iterativel…
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From marketing to team-building, there are many fields to navigate for the modern artist and creator. Very rarely is there a clear path, and most are faced with the A […] The post 079 – The Art of Fractional Leadership: Inside the World of a Marketing Maven appeared first on David Andrew Wiebe.
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From marketing to team-building, there are many fields to navigate for the modern artist and creator. Very rarely is there a clear path, and most are faced with the A or B choice of jumping in and taking a big risk or choosing the much safer route of status quo stagnancy.In this episode of Creativity Excitement Emotion, David passes the mic with fr…
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We are wrapping up our series of the most popular podcast content from 2024 with this, David’s interview on WeMaple. We acknowledge you, the listener, for making this possible. Thank […] The post 078 – How Loss, Music, and Entrepreneurship Shaped David Andrew Wiebe’s Journey appeared first on David Andrew Wiebe.…
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We are wrapping up our series of the most popular podcast content from 2024 with this, David’s interview on WeMaple.We acknowledge you, the listener, for making this possible. Thank you for tuning in as the year unfolded. We look forward to an even better 2025.Download the PDF TranscriptSponsors: Productivity, Performance & Profits Blackbook: Get a…
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In this illuminating episode of Creativity Excitement Emotion, host David Andrew Wiebe sits down with photographer and digital creative Karlo Keet to explore the intersection of traditional artistry and emerging AI technologies.As the second most popular episode of 2024, this conversation offers a refreshing perspective on how creatives can adapt a…
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In this illuminating episode of Creativity Excitement Emotion, host David Andrew Wiebe sits down with photographer and digital creative Karlo Keet to explore the intersection of traditional artistry and emerging […] The post 077 – From Darkroom to Digital: A Creative’s Guide to Thriving in the AI Era appeared first on David Andrew Wiebe.…
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Originally aired as Episode 3 and ranked as the third most popular episode of 2024, this introspective discussion explores how intentional daily scheduling can transform your creative career. Download the […] The post 076 – A Musician’s Guide to Purposeful Time Management: Designing Your Ideal Creative Workflow appeared first on David Andrew Wiebe.…
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Originally aired as Episode 3 and ranked as the third most popular episode of 2024, this introspective discussion explores how intentional daily scheduling can transform your creative career.Download the PDF TranscriptSponsors: Productivity, Performance & Profits Blackbook: Get a free copy of the “Definitive Guide to Productivity for Artists and En…
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