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The God and Gigs Show

Allen C. Paul - Musician | Creative Coach | Author of "God and Gigs" & "Your Art, God's Heart"

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We're here to show you how to connect all the dots of your life - artistic, spiritual and business - so you can thrive as a creative. Hosted by life-long musician and creative coach Allen C. Paul, you'll hear the challenges and triumphs of visionary creatives and Christian entrepreneurs who have built thriving careers without compromising their faith. Topics we cover include: How To Start a Career in Music as a Christian; How to Make a Living as a Creative; How to Grow Your Audience while Ho ...
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Do you ever feel like a fraud in your creative calling, even though you've put in long hours mastering your craft? You're not alone. Imposter syndrome plagues even the most gifted creatives, and the shocking truth is that self-doubt often grows in tandem with artistic skill. In this episode, you'll lea…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! What's harder: getting a great gig as a musician - or keeping it? In a competitive and often cut-throat music industry, some musicians feel that it's impossible to find well-paying, quality musical opportunities. But Chris Snowden, bassist and musical director who has played for such stars as Brian McK…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Where do you go when your heart feels like a brick and your spirit is darkened? As a Christian creative, it can be tough to navigate the darkness and find hope within the struggles. The pressure to show up with a smile while dealing with deep pain is a heavy burden to bear. In this episode, we are here…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! How can you be sure if a "once-in-a-lifetime" opportunity is all that it promises to be? It's tough to navigate major career decisions, especially when it feels like time-sensitive opportunities are slipping away. Plus, making creative leaps while staying true to your personal values can be a daunting …
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Want to learn how to avoid the mistakes that could be costing you time, money, and peace of mind in your creative business? In this excerpt from a LIVE Creative Checkup Call, you'll discover the solutions so you can achieve improved financial stability and sustainable creative business. We'll dive into…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Are your creative struggles actually the KEY to your future success? If you're a Christian artist facing challenges, you're not alone. But it might be the method God uses to build your faith AND your creative career to a new level. You're about to dive into a powerful story that will show you how to ov…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Are you called to influence the influencers of the world through your art? If so, are you ready to step into that calling even when you're scared or feeling like you don't have the resources? In this episode, you will be learn how to:. Take a leap of faith and discover your untapped potential to share …
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Could being lazy be the key to being successful? It sounds far-fetched, but this episode will show you why you should consider this thoughtfully. You've probably been told to "do more, work harder, and grind it out," only to find yourself feeling burnt out, stressed, and not seeing the success you expe…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! How much faith do you need to take a leap of faith? Some say that it's about taking blind leaps, while others believe it's all about strategy and information. But have you ever considered that God has already shown you how to take the leaps that He's guiding you toward? In this powerful and radically u…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Was Jesus really a carpenter? Is Bitcoin really a brand new way to build wealth? And what do those two things have to do with building your creative dream? You won't believe the surprising insights shared in this episode that will revolutionize the way you approach your creative pursuits. We're reveali…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! If you and God had a conversation about the one missing piece in your creative life, what would He suggest? There's a really good chance He'll talk about why doubt and fear have stopped you in your tracks just when you were about to make a creative breakthrough. Most creatives, whether you're a hobbyis…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Ever wished you could turn your artistic dreams into reality without struggling to sell, or bootstrapping yourself into oblivion? Well, one of God and Gigs' Established Creative Experts, writing coach and entrepreneur Yoshika Green, dropped a powerful tip last year that could easily revolutionize your …
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Are you 100% confident in your creative process? Is it both effective and fulfilling for you, or are you finding yourself drained? If you, like many creatives, find it hard to define what you actually DO to get from idea to income, this strategy session with author, musician and creative coach Rich Kir…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! In this encore Creative Checkup episode, we're helping you tackle a topic many creatives dread - promotion! Promotion can seem like either a spiritually draining exercise in ego, or a never-ending quest for attention. But neither has to be the case. With the right perspective and process, promoting you…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! In a world where traditional professions often take precedence, one woman's journey took an unexpected turn. Ebi Oginni, a pediatrician, found herself at a crossroads when a divine calling led her to embrace a career in music. How did she manage to balance her demanding medical profession with her newf…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Have you heard these myths about increasing productivity in creative pursuits as a person of faith? Myth 1: Creativity is a natural talent and cannot be improved. Myth 2: Faith and art are separate and cannot be integrated. Myth 3: Productivity in creative pursuits is dependent on inspiration. Marlita …
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Creative: are you feeling tension between where you are vs. where God might be taking you? Our guest, renowned worship leader, songwriter and vocal coach Jalisa Faye understands that struggle, but she found a way to honor where she was while being open to where she was going. In this episode, she share…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! It's a new year - but are you dreading hearing the same old song when it comes to your creative life? The constant hustle without seeing tangible results can be disheartening and draining, leaving you feeling stuck and unfulfilled. But what if there's a different approach that could lead to both spirit…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Looking for significant growth in your creative career in 2024? It won't happen by just hoping. If you want to become the creative God created you to be, you're going to have to make some sacrifices and invest into yourself. The question is, what areas should you focus on that will change a 'so-so' car…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! True or False? Visualization is a New Age practice that Christian creators should avoid. Join us as we explore the controversial topic and its potential for creative believers in their pursuit of God's vision. How can you use this practice effectively, and what happens when your visualization conflicts…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Are you neglecting your greatest creative superpower? Probably -and if you don't learn to harness it, you won't experience all the success possible for you in the coming year. In this creative checkup, you'll discover the transformative power of integrity as host Allen C. Paul challenges creatives to b…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Do you find yourself constantly spread thin, struggling to make progress in your creative career? Have you been told to simply work harder, yet still feel like you're spinning your wheels? If this sounds familiar, it's time to break free from the ineffective action of blindly hustling without clear pri…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Is there a guaranteed pathway to creative success in 2024? Yes...but it means recommitting to some inconvenient truths that some creatives reject. As the God and Gigs community prepares for a new year, we're investigating the seven steps of the Confident Creative Blueprint so you can be set up for your…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Black Friday - the biggest holiday shopping day - is just for big retailers, right? Maybe not! As an independent creative with a unique connection to your audience, Black Friday / Cyber Monday is a prime opportunity for you to tap into the holiday season's buying mindset and make a substantial impact. …
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! The struggle is real. You're trying to promote with artistic integrity, while still actually getting the attention your art deserves. But it's not easy. Not easy at all. To share your true creative vision without conforming to unrealistic expectations is a battle that can leaving you questioning if the…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Are your tools changing the way you work for the better - or for the worse? If you're feeling overwhelmed with the wave of various tech tools, A.I. apps, and social media platforms that promise to help you reach more people and save time, you're not alone! Many entrepreneurs and artists struggle to des…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Are you a frustrated "used-to-be" creative? Did someone once tell you you should just get a real job or focus on something more practical? You're not alone, but this interview with vocalist, singing coach and podcast Estelle Avbuere will show you how to break free from the doubt that has held you back …
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Is this you? You love your audience - but you're sick of the content hamster wheel, making content over and over again. "Repurpose" is the word everyone tells you, but you're frustrated by actually trying to do it effectively, and you're stretched thin trying to show up everywhere on social media. Ther…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Do you have a unique creative gift, but you're overcome with crippling anxiety whenever you're called to use it? And how to you respond when you're not sure if your gift is even meant for the place that you're in? You're not alone, and our guest on The God and Gigs Show has walked that road and will te…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Imagine you could sit down with 100 top Christian creatives and ask them each one question: "What did you do to become successful?" Now imagine - what if they all gave the exact same answer? In this episode of The God and Gigs Show, host Allen C. Paul shares the five key elements, practices, and habits…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! How do you find your thing when everyone is expecting something else from you? If you've felt boxed in by comparisons to other artists, cookie-cutter industry expectations, or the spiritual sandtrap of inauthentic ministry, you need to hear this story of an artist who dared to break free and find her o…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! In the beginning, Genesis states, God created the heavens and the earth. So why is it that we as creatives rarely look at the blueprint he left for us? In this captivating episode, we uncover the truth about enhancing our own creativity by applying the methods of the ultimate creator, God. Stay tuned t…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Does this sound familiar? You pour your heart and soul into your music, your art and your words, only to find that your creativity is being exploited without you being compensated. You've been told that simply signing contracts without fully understanding them will protect you, but the pain of lost opp…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Have you ever been on the brink of giving up on your creative calling? That's OK - because this very podcast has faced a lot of obstacles too. And we're here as proof that it's worth it to stay committed. In this episode, we celebrate our 7th year as a community and 6th year as a podcast by sharing som…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Does the thought of using A.I., making sales, and implementing systems make you cringe as a creative? Maybe it's because you're assuming those things make you less creative. What if the answer isn't avoiding these things, but rather embracing them? Podcast producer and entrepreneur Mark Savant, host of…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! If you're searching for financial sustainability for your creative business, you're currently moving through the three stages that every creative entrepreneur goes through. What are those three stages, and which one are you currently in? In this exclusive look behind the scenes of a God and Gigs coachi…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Imagine working side-by-side with world-renowned music artists like Alicia Keys, Ed Sheeran, and Common. Now, imagine your musical / business partner and co-vocalist is also your spouse. How would that all work? Is it possible to manage the incredibly high expectations of these artists, and still keep …
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Unleash your authentic voice and revolutionize your creative journey as host Allen C. Paul shares how just one blog post helped establish God and Gigs. This episode will help you overcome the struggle for popularity, and instead focus on making an impact everytime you share your perspective with your a…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Has the arts industry...or even ministry.... become an obstacle to your love of art? Many creatives both inside and outside the church have been struggling to find the balance between making a living and being free to explore their creative passions. To help you find the sweet spot between productivity…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Do you long to experience a deeper connection with God in your creative process? Are you searching for a way to infuse your work with purpose and fulfillment? In this episode, we explore the integration of prayer in all aspects of your creative journey. If you follow some intentional but sometimes unco…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! What if God answered your childhood artistic dream - only to turn it completely around? Picture this: a small-town girl, still in grade school, with a voice that could move mountains, dreaming of gracing the iconic stage of the Grand Old Opry - who one day discovers that God has a whole different path …
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Is Instagram's new "Threads" app actually a threat to your creative purpose? If you've fallen into the trap of jumping into Instagram's new social media app for one of the three reasons we share here...you might have hampered your own ability to grow as a faith-filled, Christian creative. In this episo…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! If you're unsure of when to charge for your creative work, constantly giving away your talent for free or settling for low-paying gigs, then you are not alone! Many creatives, especially in Christian circles, struggle with the question of pricing their services, giving discounts, and providing work for…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! You've been told to work harder. Push yourself to the limit. Hustle and grind to achieve success in the creative industry. But doing this by yourself just leads to more frustration and less joy. There's a better way. By joining forces with other creatives, you can unlock your full potential, establish …
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Can't we all just get along? In the summer of 2023, two prominent R&B artists had a disagreement during a concert that blew up into a media and creative firestorm. Could this have been avoided, and what can we learn that could help us avoid situations like this? In this Creative Checkup, we delve into …
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Are you frustrated by your lack of progress in your creative business ventures? What if the problem isn't what you're actually doing? Maybe it's the way you're looking at what you're doing. If that perspective made you think twice, you will discover renewed creative and spiritual freedom when you liste…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Imagine being able to share your message and talent worldwide, directly with people who are interested, at practically no cost. Social media? Hardly - that's a method that depends on algorithms. This method always attracts the right people who are looking for you. The secret method? You're using it rig…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Are you tired of constantly chasing new ideas without ever seeing them come to fruition? Have you been sucked into the 'hustle culture', where you are simply working harder without any real guidance or accountability? As we near the mid-point of 2023, we're unearthing the power of finalizing your outst…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Having a life of success is pointless... if you lose your life... That sobering reality is what faced producer, entrepreneur and YouTube educator John Mike when a life-changing moment radically changed his approach to his creative business. In this second installment of this powerful conversation, John…
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Want to send a message? Tap to send us a text! Is it possible to get stuck in your success? While it may seem attractive to reach a consistent level of success in your creative business - it can also lull you in to complacency and stagnation. What does it take to push past your current levels and reach true mastery in your creative business? To fin…
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