This episode looks at some great skills you can learn that will help you become a better musician, but don't involve practicing guitar. Skills like these are handy whenever you need to take a break from guitar (as I explain in the podcast) or when you want to mix things up a bit. Check out relevant resources at guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-…

At some point, you will need to take a break from guitar. It could be a holiday, illness, career or family changes or any other reason. It can be difficult to get back into guitar after a long break and get back into a regular practice habit. This episode will help ease back into guitar and avoid getting frustrated. Check out useful resources and t…

Rhythm is a crucial skill to work on - even if you consider yourself as a 'lead' guitarist. This episode will explain a simple exercise that will help you grow the type of rhythm patterns you feel comfortable playing and help you identify areas you might need to work on. Check out useful resources and the episode transcript at https://guitargearfin…

Teaching yourself how to play guitar is so much easier today compared to the past thanks to an abundance of online resources. This episode will share two useful tips to help you teach yourself more effectively and keep on track with your guitar playing. The tips may seem simple, but keeping them in your mind will help you avoid common issues or fee…

Find out what guitar plugins are, why you might want to try them out, and how to get started. Once you dive into the world of plugins and you find out what they're capable of, you can have a lot of fun with them and your guitar. This episode will go through the absolute basics of plugins, then check out the guides and tutorials on the website for i…

Find out how to deal with the criticism you will get at some point as a guitarist. Knowing what criticism you should ignore and what criticism you should listen to can be tough, so this episode will go through how to deal with it. Check out useful resources and the episode transcript at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-42/…

This guitar lick challenge will give you four different ways to work on your sense of rhythm and melody. The challenges will also help build your confidence and freedom over the fretboard. You can work on these challenges whether you're a beginner just getting started learning guitar or you've been playing for years. Access the resources needed for…

Find out the main reasons why people burn out on guitar and end up quitting. Knowing the reasons why people quit guitar can help you avoid falling for the same traps. Anybody can burn out on guitar, whether you're a beginner or you've been playing guitar for years. It's something that creeps up on you, so have a listen to this episode to know what …

This episode sets a challenge to help you develop your creativity and songwriting skills. The Cover Song Challenge is a great way to build your understanding of the music you enjoy listening to as well as help you figure out your own unique style of playing. Check out useful resources and the episode transcript at https://guitargearfinder.com/podca…

If you want to grow as a musician, learning another instrument is a great way to do it. Learning the basics of another instrument helps you improve as a guitarist in ways covered in this episode. Even if you're intimidated by the thought of learning another instrument, have a listen to this episode to find out why it might be worth the effort. Chec…

This episode looks at the one thing you should work on if you want to become a better guitarist. You've probably seen a lot of videos on YouTube with titles like that, so I don't blame you if it sounds like clickbait. This episode takes a different approach compared to those videos and you should finish this short episode with a clear idea on what …

You may have heard the 10,000 hour rule mentioned when people talk about practicing guitar. This episode will look at the 10,000 hour rule and why you should ignore it. Even if you want to become an elite-level guitarist, the 10,000 hour rule isn't something you should focus on. Listen to the episode to find out why. Check out useful practice resou…

Find out how your guitar changes the way you play and shapes your playing style over time. Understanding how your guitar impacts your playing style will help you become a better guitarist and make sure you're playing on the right type of guitar. Learn about different types of guitars and hardware options at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/epis…

Over time, your guitar preferences and playing style will gradually change. You may not even notice these changes, but your preferences in a lot of areas will definitely change. This episode gives you three simple ways you can refresh your guitar playing by highlighting where your preferences may have changed and showing how trying new things can o…

If you want to keep your guitar in great performance condition, it will need maintenance over time. This episode will cover 4 ways to regularly maintain and adjust your guitar and why each way matters. Even if you're intimidated by the thought of adjusting anything on your guitar, you should read the guides mentioned in this episode so you can unde…

Use these tips and tools to help you learn and master songs faster on guitar. These tips will help you avoid sloppy technique or rushing as you learn new songs. Check out useful guides and resources at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-33/By Guitar Gear Finder

If you ever feel like you don't have any time to practice guitar, this episode is for you. See how you can find time to practice guitar and how to get more out of your practice sessions. This episode also looks at how you can effectively practice guitar without a guitar in your hands. Check out useful guides and resources at https://guitargearfinde…

Find out what guitar scales and modes you might want to learn first and why the answer is different for each guitarist. If you want to learn scales, this episode will give you an easy way to get started with a lot of helpful resources available on my site. Check out useful guides and scales resources at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-…

Playing lead guitar is a fun way to express yourself on guitar. If you're a beginner it might seem intimidating to play solos and lead parts, but it's something anybody can learn. Find out the three ways you can improve your lead guitar skills and why you should work on all three ways. Check out useful tips and resources at https://guitargearfinder…

Rhythm is a core part of being a guitarist and any work you put in on improving your rhythm skills can have a big impact on your abilities as a guitarist. Find out the three ways you can improve your rhythm skills on guitar and why you should work on all three ways. Check out useful tips and resources at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode…

If you want to learn to play scales, you may have heard about CAGED or 3NPS. Both CAGED and 3NPS are very popular systems and guitarists constantly argue about which system is best. Find out in this episode why it's such as debated topic and how to make the right decision for you on which system you should learn (if any). Check out useful tips and …

Scales are a core part of music, so it's an area every guitarist should consider working on. Find out why so many guitarists are put off by the idea of learning scales and how practicing scales doesn't need to be boring. Check out useful tips and resources at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-27/…

Learn a few different ways you can get better at guitar chords and how to expand your chord knowledge. Getting better at chords can help you improve your rhythm skills, play more songs, and become a better musician overall. Check out useful tips and resources at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-26/…

Expanding your comfort zone on guitar is an important way to prevent plateaus or getting bored with the guitar. In this episode, find out a few ways you can expand your comfort zone and why it's important to keep pushing yourself forward. Check out useful tips and resources at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-25/…

Find out the different ways you can learn to play songs on guitar and whether you should learn to read music. I'll walk you through the different options you have and why there are so many conflicting opinions about reading music for guitar. Check out tutorials for all types of written music for guitar at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episod…

Learn the important differences between single and multi-effects pedals and which one suits you best. There are a lot of different guitar pedals you can choose from, so this episode will explain what really matters and how the type of pedals you use impact your tone and playing. Check out guides and reviews on a wide range of pedals at https://guit…

Learn what it means to find your unique voice on guitar and why it matters. This episode is important for any time you feel bored with guitar, you lack motivation, or you just feel stuck. Find your voice on guitar in this episode and check out resources to help you out at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-22/…

Find out how to get started writing your own music and what to add to your practice routine to work on songwriting skills. Songwriting is a tough topic to talk about, so this episode will give you some clear exercises to practice so you can start writing your own music. Check out resources for this episode at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/ep…

Are you better off using a pick or your fingers to play arpeggios? Should you grow your nails long or keep them short? How do you learn and practice arpeggios? This episode answers some questions from a listener on how to learn and play arpeggios on guitar. Check out resources for this episode at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-20/…

Many guitarists believe if you learn music theory, it hurts your creativity. Does music theory turn you into an emotionless robot? This episode talks about why so many guitarists think about music theory in very different ways. If you've been wondering whether you should learn music theory or not, listen to this episode. Check out resources for thi…

Find out about a trap any musician can fall for and how it can trick you into thinking you're making progress. I'll share a story about two technically accomplished musicians who weren't able to improvise the simplest of solos. Once you learn how something like this can happen, you can avoid falling into the same trap Check out the page for this ep…

Find out why the typical advice on how to create a guitar practice routine may not be the best approach for you. Hear some examples of different practice routines to learn what might work best for you. Check out the guide to creating a practice routine and other practice tips here: https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-17/…

Using tools to help you get more out of your practice can speed up your progress. Find out three ways you can use a looper pedal to improve your guitar skills and become a better guitarist. If you don't have a looper pedal, by the end of this episode it should be clear why you might want to get one. Check out the exercises covered in this episode h…

A metronome can have an incredible impact on your guitar abilities - if you use it properly. This episode explains three different ways you can use a metronome to improve your guitar skills as well as exercises to get you started. Listen to this episode whether you've used a metronome before or never used one. Check out the rhythm exercises for thi…

Find out how the way you practice something shapes and changes your playing style in ways that aren't obvious at first. Once you start noticing this, you'll see it everywhere - in your playing and other guitarists' playing styles. Check out some useful practice guides to put the lessons from this episode into action here: https://guitargearfinder.c…

Find out how to get started learning songs on guitar by ear. Learn why so many guitarists avoid trying to learn this skill and how you can start with some simple melodies. Find out more about this episode and try learning some simple melodies by ear here https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-13/…

If you ever get the urge to upgrade or buy a new guitar, there are a few things you should first consider. This episode looks at whether you really do have a good reason to upgrade your guitar, or whether it's just Gear Acquisition Syndrome (GAS). Learn how to get the best performance out of your guitar before you upgrade. Find out more about this …

Whether you want to build a career out of your guitar playing, or just try something new, find out about different paths you can take as a guitarist. You may find that one of these paths grabs your interest in ways you haven't considered before. Find out more about this episode here https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-11/…

When should you move on when learning something new such as a song, riff, scale, or technique? Should you move on when you don't make any more mistakes? Or should you keep working on it to aim towards mastery? Find out which approach is right for you and learn how this choice can change the type of guitarist you become. Find out more about this epi…

The Two Note Challenge helps you see the guitar fretboard in a new way and is a great way to work on your phrasing and note articulation. Find out what the 2-note challenge is and how it can help you avoid getting stuck in ruts. I recommend this challenge for beginners, intermediates, and advanced guitarists to test yourself. Find out more about th…

A looper pedal can be a great way to jam or to add something different to live performances. But it's also a fantastic practice tool. Find out how you can use a looper pedal to improve your sense of melody, work on rhythm skills, and learn how to apply music theory in your music. Check out some useful looper pedal resources at https://guitargearfin…

Developing a good sense of pitch on guitar is a skill that anybody can learn. Whether you think you don't have a good ear or you think you're tone-deaf, listen to this episode to find out how you can develop your sense of pitch. Find out how some simple ear training exercises can make a big difference to your abilities. Check out some useful resour…

This episode looks at whether you should practice and work on improving your strengths or your weaknesses on guitar. The right answer isn't always obvious and what you work on can change what type of guitarist you become. Find out which path is right for you in this short episode. Check out some useful resources for this episode at https://guitarge…

If you've spent any time on social media, guitar forums, or talking to other guitarists, you would have dealt with closed-minded guitarists. Find out in this episode how some guitarists become closed-minded and how being closed or open-minded can affect your guitar playing and your growth as a musician. Check out some useful resources for this epis…

Find out the important differences between mindless and deliberate practice, how to recognize when you've slipped into mindless practice, and how to better plan your practice routine to get the best results. Mindless practice is something almost every guitarist falls into, so listen to this episode to learn how to avoid it. Check out some useful re…

Recording your guitar playing can be a great practice tool to help you become a better guitarist. Find out how you can use recording as a way to track your progress and find ways to improve your guitar skills in this episode. Check out some useful resources for this episode at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-3/…

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Hitting a plateau or getting stuck in a rut is something that happens to every guitarist at some point. In this episode, I'll explain what causes plateaus, how to know if you are in a plateau, and how to get out of a rut. Whether you know you're in a rut right now or not, this episode will help you avoid plateaus in the future. Check out some usefu…

Listen to this short 3-minute intro to find out what you can expect from the Bite Size Guitar Podcast. I'll explain what I will cover in each episode and what you should get out of listening to the podcast.By bitesizeguitar