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Do you feel pulled in a million directions, overwhelmed with too many things to do and too little time to do them in? What if there was a way to be productive as a musician while staying sane? In this interview with productivity coach for music professionals Suzanne Paulinski we explore ways to slow down and prioritise self-care while getting things done.  DISCOVER [03:09] Suzanne's story: how she became a productivity coach for musicians [09:45] What if you don't know what you want? [14:22] Are digital vision boards better? ​[16:16] Feeling like you've wasted 2020? [19:14] Advice for the overwhelmed [22:24] Do what you love and you'll never work again. True or False? [24:24] How to stop getting distracted by shiny object syndrome [30:44] What causes lack of motivation and what to do about it [36:04] Is a paper calendar better or worse than an app? [30:44] What is productivity? Suzanne's Paulinski's definition -------------- Subscribe on iTunes http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1534168222 Show Notes https://www.elyssavulpes.com/interview-with-suzanne-paulinski Join the Community https://www.daretobeseencommunity.com/ Send us a message https://anchor.fm/dare-to-be-seen/message Support the podcast https://ko-fi.com/daretobeseen

What is a music producer? In this interview with female producer Rosie Bans we discuss what music production is and why there are so few women in music production.   DISCOVER [12:00] What is a music producer [14:10]  Producer vs mixing engineer [17:18] How to find your style as a music producer [19:08] The importance of life experience as a songwriter [20:30] Why aren' there more women in music production? [25:00] What is Fase? [37:51] Collaborations within Fase [40:31] Rosie's struggle with her own demons [41:50] The turning point: write what is in you [46:20] Rosie's projects -------------- Subscribe on iTunes http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1534168222 Show Notes https://www.elyssavulpes.com/interview-with-female-producer-rosie-bans-women-in-music-production/ Join the Community https://www.daretobeseencommunity.com/ Send us a message https://anchor.fm/dare-to-be-seen/message Support the podcast https://ko-fi.com/daretobeseen

Can music really be a vehicle for social change? Can the immigrant experience be re-defined to become a positive and enriching force in society? Discover how social activist and singer-songwriter Diana Gameros has embraced both her Mexican roots and her American life using her experience as an undocumented 'alien' to change the way illegal immigrants are seen in the USA. DISCOVER: [03:00] Episode's Preview [18:55] On being 'bicultural' [24:42] Diana's own experience as an undocumented immigrant [35:28] How Diana's love for music emerged [39:28] Kindness can come from the most unlikely places... [47:10] To be successful at music you need to be living a good life [50:42] Using music to process loss [54:49] Diana Gameros sings a cappella live! Subscribe on iTunes http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1534168222 Show Notes https://www.elyssavulpes.com/interview-with-diana-gameros/ Join the Community https://www.daretobeseencommunity.com/ Send us a message https://anchor.fm/dare-to-be-seen/message Support the podcast https://ko-fi.com/daretobeseen

How do you effectively market your music so you attract your ideal fans? PR and Music Marketing Coach Diane Foy shares her roadmap. DISCOVER [03:41] Diane's story: how she became a PR Coach [09:41] The importance of figuring out your WHY [13:15] Phase 1: Clarity [17:30] Phase 2: Confidence [20:01] How to overcome limiting beliefs [21:30] Phase 3: Captivate [24:54] How to construct your story if you are an introvert [26:09] The dangers of oversharing [28:14] Phase 4: Competitive Edge [31:30] How to find your Fan Avatar [32:48] Content Creation. Anyone overwhelmed? [35:11] Who's your ideal audience? [36:11] How to engage your audience on socials in a way that actually works. [38:03] How not to get overwhelmed by the social media machine [45:14] When you should not hire a publicist Subscribe on iTunes http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1534168222 Show Notes https://www.elyssavulpes.com/interview-with-diane-foy-how-to-market-your-music-so-you-attract-fans/ Join the Community https://www.daretobeseencommunity.com/ Send us a message https://anchor.fm/dare-to-be-seen/message Support the podcast https://ko-fi.com/daretobeseen

Do you have one single focus or do you have some many interests you find it challenging to choose what to concentrate on? How can you be a jack of all trades and still excel in your chosen disciplines? Ask multidisciplinary artist Shaina Evoniuk! As an aerial violinist, gymnast, yoga teacher, arranger and composer and she will show you how she does it! DISCOVER: [03:06] Episode's Preview [09:00] What to focus on when as a multi-disciplinary artist [23:56] Is it difficult to say "I am an artist"? [31:04] The role of the artist in society [32:35] The challenges of being a professional performer [34:16] How to deal with injury as a musician [37:36] Computer fatigue anyone? [42:12] Advice for musicians starting out [45:12] Shaina's plays live! Subscribe on iTunes http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1534168222 Show Notes https://www.elyssavulpes.com/the-challenges-of-being-an-interdisciplinary-artist---interview-with-aerial-violinist-shaina-evoniuk/ Join the Community https://www.daretobeseencommunity.com/ Send us a message https://anchor.fm/dare-to-be-seen/message Support the podcast https://ko-fi.com/daretobeseen

Scotland-based singer-songwriter Lizabett Russo merges her native traditions with elements of contemporary jazz, avant-garde folk and world music, a range of influence effortlessly spanned by her powerfully versatile voice. The BBC have championed her work - featuring her on both BBC Radio 3 and Radio 6 as well as the BBC stage at Latitude Festival. She has also toured extensively around Europe, Canada and Asia. Musically Russo's influences are wide ranging.  Subscribe on iTunes http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1534168222 Show Notes https://www.elyssavulpes.com/interview-with-folk-sensation-lizabett-russo/ Join the Community https://www.daretobeseencommunity.com/ Send us a message https://anchor.fm/dare-to-be-seen/message Support the podcast https://ko-fi.com/daretobeseen

Is it possible to fall in love with discipline? And how do we regain motivation when we have lost it? Artist and Creativity Coach, Singer-Songwriter and multi instrumentalist Elisa Di Napoli aka Elyssa Vulpes talks about how to fall in love with self-discipline and harness your motivation to accomplish your goals as a musician and performer long term. [01:01] Is discipline a dirty word? [03:17] The obedience mindset vs the self-discipline [04:56] Have to and want to [05:35] Self-discipline is your friend [06:24] What if you don't feel like it? [08:03] Is your strategy wrong? [09:40] Is your goal really your idea? [10:40] The importance of monitoring your progress [11:31] Learn from what worked [13:08] Not motivated? Ask yourself this.  Subscribe on iTunes http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1534168222 Show Notes https://www.elyssavulpes.com/how-to-get-motivated/ Join the Community https://www.daretobeseencommunity.com/ Send us a message https://anchor.fm/dare-to-be-seen/message Support the podcast https://ko-fi.com/daretobeseen

How do you carve your artist identity? Do you need to choose one genre and stick to it? And how do you convince your fans to back you up no matter what direction you go in?  Sex positive Singer-Songwriter Rachel Lark knows how to thread the line between comedy and 'serious' music and has harnessed her knowledge of economics and funding campaigns to get her fans to support her through Patreon. Discover how she does it! [02:13] Episode Preview [11:59] You are either a serious musician or you are a comedian [15:36] How the song "Fuck my Toe" changed Rachel's life [16:28] What makes a song funny? [17:53] How to talk about serious stuff during a comedy routine [21:33] Don't wait to be comfortable! [22:47] Stop trying to please your fans! [23:44] How to navigate fan relationships on Patreon [29:21] Thinking of Starting a Patreon? Do this first! [35:32] How to build trust with your fan base [36:10] Can you use Patreon to break away from a Capitalist view of music? [37:36] Is Collective Capitalism the answer? [40:02] All about "What's the Point" [44:44] Coming soon: the journey of a woman trying to find sexual satisfaction Subscribe on iTunes http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1534168222 Show Notes https://www.elyssavulpes.com/interview-with-rachel-lark/ Join the Community https://www.daretobeseencommunity.com/ Send us a message https://anchor.fm/dare-to-be-seen/message Support the podcast https://ko-fi.com/daretobeseen

Why do you procrastinate and what can you do about it? Artist and Creativity Coach, Singer-Songwriter and multi instrumentalist Elisa Di Napoli aka Elyssa Vulpes talks about the function of procrastination and ways you can successfully get past it so you can move forward with your creative work.  [03:10] What lies behind procrastination? [05:33] Does procrastination keep you safe? [06:50] The benefits of procrastination [07:50] The costs of procrastination [12:27] Why getting used to rejection is good for you [13:42] Flip the fear and let go of the outcome [15:50] The three questions you need to ask yourself [16:43] Beyond procrastination  Subscribe on iTunes http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1534168222 Show Notes  https://www.elyssavulpes.com/how-to-successfully-overcome-procrastination/ Join the Community https://www.daretobeseencommunity.com/ Send us a message https://anchor.fm/dare-to-be-seen/message Support the podcast https://ko-fi.com/daretobeseen