I have been trying for years to wrap my head around music publishing. Who to sign up with, why I need to sign up, who collects my money, how to do this, how to do that. Thankfully I met the folks at Songtrust and Elizabeth has saved me, which in return will save all of you!Links from Episode:Home: www.songtrust.comEvents: www.songtrust.com/eventsBlog: www.blog.songtrust.comHelp Center: help.songtrust.comWeekly Publishing Sessions: www.songtr.st/PubSessionPast Webinars: www.songtrust.com/interactive-eventsRESOURCES:Grab a FREE Copy of my book "$150,000 Music Degree" Free Training “How To Become A Social Media Ninja In Under An Hour.”Artist AssessmentConnect with Rick:FacebookInstagramYoutubeTwitterContact: podcast@musicindustryblueprint.com if you have ideas for future episode ideas.

In life we have are ups and we have our downs. We start strong and fail to finish. Things we can do to make sure we finish strong.....Beat AcademyMaster Music Licensing RESOURCES:Grab a FREE Copy of my book "$150,000 Music Degree" Free Training “How To Become A Social Media Ninja In Under An Hour.”Artist AssessmentConnect with Rick:FacebookInstagramYoutubeTwitterContact: podcast@musicindustryblueprint.com if you have ideas for future episode ideas.

Do you feel like you're savvy with the business side of the music industry? Do you find yourself only focusing on the creative and ignoring marketing, sales, social media, etc.? Don't want to be taken advantage of in this business? Yael Meyer and Rick Barker talk about the importance of learning the business side of the industry and how to be smart and educate yourself so that you can make a living with music, on this episode of the Music Industry Blueprint Podcast!  RESOURCES:Yael MeyerGrab a FREE Copy of my book "$150,000 Music Degree" Free Training “How To Become A Social Media Ninja In Under An Hour.”Artist AssessmentConnect with Rick:FacebookInstagramYoutubeTwitterContact: podcast@musicindustryblueprint.com if you have ideas for future episode ideas.

You heard the phrase "Don't put all your eggs in one basket." That came true a couple days before the recording of this episode. Facebook and Instagram went down for over 10 hours. Everyone who's business model resolves solely on Facebook and Instagram ads, was crushed. This is why we diversify!Check out the Gary Vee Collection at https://www.kswiss.comAnd be sure to follow them on social media. RESOURCES:Gary VeeKSWISS ShoesGrab a FREE Copy of my book "$150,000 Music Degree" Free Training “How To Become A Social Media Ninja In Under An Hour.”Artist AssessmentConnect with Rick:FacebookInstagramYoutubeTwitterContact: podcast@musicindustryblueprint.com if you have ideas for future episode ideas.

Want to be productive? Stop complaining and take action. Get out there and do it. Expect to get coaching for free? You don't expect people to listen to your music for free, so don't expect me to only hand out freebies. Just as you're making a living, I am too.Are you holding back on joining one of my coaching programs because you're concerned with when you'll see a return on your investment? People carelessly spend so much money on college degrees that they never use. It's about work ethic and making an effort towards your ultimate goal. Don't expect anybody to get you there except for yourself. "Productive people are the quietest because they're just out there doing it."- Leah McHenry RESOURCES:Savvy Musician AcademyGrab a FREE Copy of my book "$150,000 Music Degree" Free Training “How To Become A Social Media Ninja In Under An Hour.”Artist AssessmentConnect with Rick:FacebookInstagramYoutubeTwitterSoundcloudRickBarker.comContact: podcast@musicindustryblueprint.com for a chance to be a guest on the MIB podcast show

Sometimes being an Entrepreneur can be a lonely and daunting task. I have been fortunate to have invested in some great programs and mentors. I wanted to take this opportunity to say "Thank You." No successful person has ever done it on their own.   Resources:Check out their programs, books and podcasts by clicking on their names below.Russell BrunsonStephen LarsenTodd Brown RESOURCES:Grab a FREE Copy of my book "$150,000 Music Degree" Free Training “How To Become A Social Media Ninja In Under An Hour.”Artist AssessmentConnect with Rick:FacebookInstagramYoutubeTwitterSoundcloudRickBarker.comContact: podcast@musicindustryblueprint.comfor a chance to be a guest on the MIB podcast show

Sometimes being an Entrepreneur can be a lonely and daunting task. I have been fortunate to have invested in some great programs and mentors. I wanted to take this opportunity to say "Thank You." No successful person has ever done it on their own.   Resources:Check out their programs, books and podcasts by clicking on their names below.Ryan Levesque The Ask MethodBilly Gene Is MarketingDennis Yu Blitzmetrics RESOURCES:Grab a FREE Copy of my book "$150,000 Music Degree" Free Training “How To Become A Social Media Ninja In Under An Hour.”Artist AssessmentConnect with Rick:FacebookInstagramYoutubeTwitterSoundcloudRickBarker.comContact: podcast@musicindustryblueprint.comfor a chance to be a guest on the MIB podcast show

Sometimes being an Entrepreneur can be a lonely and daunting task. I have been fortunate to have invested in some great programs and mentors. I wanted to take this opportunity to say "Thank You." No successful person has ever done it on their own.   Resources:Check out their programs, books and podcasts by clicking on their names below.Brendon Burchard Jay AbrahamJoe Polish & Dean JacksonMarie Forleo RESOURCES:Grab a FREE Copy of my book "$150,000 Music Degree" Free Training “How To Become A Social Media Ninja In Under An Hour.”Artist AssessmentConnect with Rick:FacebookInstagramYoutubeTwitterSoundcloudRickBarker.comContact:podcast@musicindustryblueprint.comfor a chance to be a guest on the MIB podcast show

Sometimes being an Entrepreneur can be a lonely and daunting task. I have been fortunate to have invested in some great programs and mentors. I wanted to take this opportunity to say "Thank You." No successful person has ever done it on their own.   Resources:Jeff Walker Product Launch FormulaFacebookTwitterGrab a FREE Copy of my book "$150,000 Music Degree" Free Training “How To Become A Social Media Ninja In Under An Hour.”Artist Assessmentwith Rick:FacebookInstagramYoutubeTwitterSoundcloudRickBarker.comContact:podcast@musicindustryblueprint.comfor a chance to be a guest on the MIB podcast show

If you are serious about your career, you never stop learning. In this episode of the MIB podcast, Rick discusses what is currently happening at Click Funnels Annual Event, Funnel Hacking Live. Click Funnels Dotcom Secrets The Book Experts Secrets The Book Sales Funnel Radio with Steve Larsen   Name, website, social handles, questions you would like to ask Rick and contact information  Resources: Grab a FREE Copy of my book "$150,000 Music Degree"  MusicIndustryBlueprint.com Free Training “How To Become A Social Media Ninja In Under An Hour.” Click HERE If you're listening after January 24, 2019, & Want the Free Training! Artist Assessment with Rick: Facebook Instagram Youtube Twitter Soundcloud RickBarker.com Contact: podcast@musicindustryblueprint.com for a chance to be a guest on the MIB podcast show