EP397: The Unfair Advantage of Artists and Creatives
Every type of business has pros and cons, but for artists, your biggest advantages are actually hiding in plain sight... In this episode of Creative Juice, Jack and Circa discuss the unique edge that artists have in their careers compared to tons of other businesses! Learn about the creative advantages artists have, how to harness them beyond music making, and how to leverage them as a tool in your business arsenal! If you're looking for a few levers to help you define your music career, this episode sheds new light on how to take control of your business! DISCOVER: Why Your Captive Audience Is A Gold Mine How To Break Free From The Constraints of Being "Just An Artist" What It Means To Transition From Artist To Content Creator How To Succeed In A Content-First World What Stops Most Artists From Reaching Their Business Goals How To Build Loyalty And Diversify Your Revenue Streams At The Same Time RESOURCES: Learn The Top Music Marketing Strategies Inside IndiePRO The Shifting Role of Artists In Society and Culture Join Us In The Indepreneur Discord Server! Looking to expand your team or need marketing help? Apply to work with IndieX!
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EP396: Black Friday 2025 Preparation and Countdown For Artists
Are you ready to crush it this Black Friday or will you be like most artists and let it pass you by like last year? In this episode of Creative Juice, Jack and Circa lay out everything you need to know to prepare for a killer Black Friday sale to boost your revenue big time! Learn about the nuts and bolts of Black Friday planning, the power of scarcity and urgency, and why you should start prepping six weeks ahead! If you want to tap into the biggest sales season of the year and maximize sales for your merch and music online, this episode is your checklist! DISCOVER: Why Early Preparation Is Key For A Stress-free Sale How Black Friday Can Make Up A Significant Chunk Of Your Annual Revenue What Segmenting Your Offers By Fan Type Can Do For Your Sales How To Use Scarcity Alongside Urgency To Drive Sales When To Start Your Sales Early For Maximum Impact Why Having An Engaging Black Friday Narrative Helps You Stand Out How To Use Organic Content And Email Marketing To Pump Up Your Sale RESOURCES: Learn The Top Music Marketing Strategies Inside IndiePRO Join Us In The Indepreneur Discord Server! Looking to expand your team or need marketing help? Apply to work with IndieX!
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EP395: Capitalizing on Viral Moments In Your Online Store w/ Two Crow Collective
Despite what you see on the surface, most artists actually miss out on opportunities to maximize their viral moments online. Just a bit of preparation can mean the difference between sales and scrambling... In this episode of Creative Juice, Jack and Circa chat with Jame McElroy from Two Crow Collective about harnessing viral moments and leveraging them in your online store! Learn about turning your creativity into sales, the importance of community-driven content, and the role of storytelling when it comes to your viral content. If you’re looking to capture and convert your attention online to grow revenue in your music business, this is your episode! DISCOVER: How Risk Taking And Quick Validation Can Drive Your Next Big Idea What Your Band's Unique Moments Can Feed Into Your Marketing Why Involving Fans In Your Journey Matters How To Use Short Production Loops To Test New Ideas Why Staying Consistent With Your Content Keeps Fans Hooked How Personal Touchpoints Create Customer Loyalty RESOURCES: Learn The Top Music Marketing Strategies Inside IndiePRO Two Crow Collective Follow Jame on Instagram Join Us In The Indepreneur Discord Server! Looking to expand your team or need marketing help? Apply to work with IndieX!
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EP394: Building A Successful Creative Brand with Jame McElroy and Two Crow Collective
You think e-commerce isn't for you, the musician? Or maybe you just have doubts about its long-term viability. Think again... In this episode of Creative Juice, Jack and Circa catch up with Jame McElroy, founder of Two Crow Collective, who pivoted from the world of band merch into building a successful e-commerce brand! Learn about bootstrapping a brand during COVID, how Jame found success selling shirts online, and what musicians can take away from his journey to build a thriving merch revenue stream! Whether you're trying to grow your income streams or want to level up your merch strategy, this episode will open your eyes to the possibilities with e-commerce in your music career! DISCOVER: - How Jame Bootstrapped A Successful E-commerce Brand From Scratch - What Lessons From Band Life Translated Into E-commerce Success - Why Your Merch Strategy Doesn't Need To Rely On Touring - How Sharing Your Authentic Story Can Drive Sales - How The DIY Ethos Paid Off For Two Crow Collective - What Long-Term Success Looks Like For Online Brands RESOURCES: Learn The Top Music Marketing Strategies Inside IndiePRO Two Crow Collective Follow Jame on Instagram Join Us In The Indepreneur Discord Server! Looking to expand your team or need marketing help? Apply to work with IndieX!
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EP393: Simple Selling Mistakes Artists Make and How to Avoid Them
Thinking that your fans will magically buy your music or merch without any effort? It's time to change that mindset... In this episode of Creative Juice, Jack and Circa tackle the common sales mistakes artists make that tank their efforts to sell records, merch, and tickets! Learn about crafting clear and compelling sales messages, tapping into urgency and scarcity, and what it really takes to capture (and keep) your fans' attention! If you're ready to boost your sales without feeling slimy, this episode will give you the tools to get started! DISCOVER: Why Clear Messaging Is Crucial For Selling How Storytelling Makes Your Offers More Compelling What AIDA Means And How To Use It In Your Campaigns How Urgency And Scarcity Increase Your Sales Why Repeat Messaging Is Key To Successful Launches What Common Email Marketing Mistakes To Avoid RESOURCES: Learn The Top Music Marketing Strategies Inside IndiePRO Join Us In The Indepreneur Discord Server! Looking to expand your team or need marketing help? Apply to work with IndieX!
Creative Juice, brought to you by Indepreneur, is a weekly 1-hour podcast dedicated to enabling you to pursue your creative passion. Each week we interview successful independent musicians, music industry professionals, and music marketers to give you an inside look at what it's like to treat your "dream" like your "fallback".
We also take you inside whats working now at the cutting edge of music marketing. You'll learn exactly how to gain control, clarity, and confidence in your music career.
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