Back with another new episode in which the boys delve into ways you can leverage your relationships with your family, friends, coworkers, and other musicians to position yourself to be successful in this industry. Peter breaks down ways you can address the various situations you might encounter and how to properly ask for help when the time comes, and if you've been listening, you know that time will eventually come. 

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Remember to email both Peter and Chad with any questions or comments you have at https://www.amazon.com/How-Win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/0671027034 

This week's episode covers the ways you can deal with the unexpected. This week's episode covers the ways you can deal with the unexpected. Peter covers everything from the importance of being prepared, technical difficulties, how to handle the event when double-booked, tough crowds, injuries, weather, management changes, and what to do in the event you forget a piece of gear. Check it out and stick around for weekly episodes dropped every Sunday!

*Episode Notes: 

Remember to email both Peter and Chad with any questions or comments you have at [email protected] and [email protected] 

This week's episode is the first of an additional new mini-series entitled "Little Tricks". Peter drops over a dozen little tips and tricks he’s implemented over the years, and how you can adopt them into your act as well. 

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Remember to email both Peter and Chad with any questions or comments you have at [email protected] and [email protected] 

*Episode notes:

Moises music app- Search in the Apple App Store under MOISES

In today's episode of The Mercenary Musician Podcast, the boys break down the importance of time management. How using time management skills can lead to your future success. They cover the perks of using these skills to ensure you get time back to yourself without having to worry about losing out on potential gigs and income. 

*Episode Notes: 

Tim Ferris Author of the hit book “The 4 Hour Work Week“ - https://fourhourworkweek.com 

Canva (content creation for social media or marketing promotional material - Canva.com  

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Remember to email both Peter and Chad with any questions or comments you have at [email protected] and [email protected] 

This week's episode is short and sweet. It's the first episode of a new mini-series entitled Lists. Peter and Chad delve into several 'annoying' questions you can expect to hear regularly in this industry and some examples of how you can effectively respond to them. 

Remember to email both Peter and Chad with any questions or comments you have at [email protected] and [email protected] 

Today's episode covers the ins and outs of pricing. We dive into everything you need to know in order to be an expert in rates and pricing.  Including simple economics with the breakdown of supply and demand. How to determine and establish your floor rate and rates for holidays and special events. Understanding exactly what a day truly means to you and how you can use that to your advantage when booking gigs and negotiating your pricing. Plus, you can expect to find a few tangents sprinkled into the mix. 

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*Episode Notes:

Beat Gig: https://beatgig.com 

Keefe Klug: @Keefeklugmusic

***Get in touch with both Peter and Chad by emailing them at [email protected] and [email protected]

Get excited ladies and gentlemen! Today's episode is going to be a staple piece moving forward. We give you the TANGENT episode. Over 40 minutes of Peter enlightening you on various topics within the industry that ultimately drive him mad.

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*Course Notes:

Email: [email protected] & [email protected]

Today’s episode focuses on the topic of networking and connections. We break down how you should approach networking in this industry by offering tactics to get you started. You can expect to learn how to use these networking tactics to form and build lasting connections and relationships within the industry. Remember, these connections can lead to new gigs, higher-paying gigs, and better overall exposure.

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*Episode notes:

Business cards and branding items- Vista Print - https://www.vistaprint.com/?couponAutoload=1&GP=11%2f04%2f2021+20%3a16%3a46&GPS=6095611857&GNF=0

Email: [email protected] & [email protected] 

In today's episode, Peter and Chad take an in-depth look into how you should go about pitching yourself to bars, restaurants, and other venues. Learn how to use your mercenary skills to seek out local music venues and how to network and eventually approach booking agents and managers for hire. 

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*Episode notes:

Chord chart app- UltimateGuitar: Chords & Tabs (search in the app/google play store)

Tim Ferris page - https://tim.blog/2008/05/19/5-tips-for-e-mailing-busy-people/

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Today's episode picks up where we left off last week. We continue to explore the gear needed to ensure you are mercenary ready for your next gig and all future gigs. You can expect to learn about the little things that can lead to big problems if not taken into account. Check out the course notes for links to all of the gear discussed and ways to get in touch with Peter and Chad. Make sure to check back in for new episodes airing every Thursday.

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*Episode Notes:

Gear Bag: Hercules tool bag - https://hercules.tool-bag.org

Tuner app: Pano tuner - (search in the app/google play store)

Cell Phone Mount: Xenvo squid grip - https://www.xenvopro.com/pdp/squidgrip/

Earplugs - Eargasm - https://eargasm.com

Light Controller: Happy lights app - (search in the app/google play store)

Pedals: RC-20XL BOSS Looping pedal - https://www.boss.info/us/products/rc-20xl/

Business cards and branding items- Vista Print - https://www.vistaprint.com/?couponAutoload=1&GP=11%2f04%2f2021+20%3a16%3a46&GPS=6095611857&GNF=0

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