Category Archives: David Andrew Wiebe

Post Length has nothing to do with it

I have heard it said before that musicians (and bloggers in general) should keep their blog posts short because they engage better. I don't buy in to that. I think there are other factors that (should) play a part in determining the length of...

Video Blog – September 24, 2012

David Andrew Wiebe discusses moving out of his house, and recent podcast episodes. Music: "Between the Lines" by David Andrew Wiebe. Check out Wiebe's debut CD, Shipwrecked... My Sentiments if you liked it! Article reference: Using Twitt...

The Cut and Paste Bio

A bio, like it or not, is a vital part of an artist's marketing efforts. It is usually required for any type of press kit you put together (electronic or not), and it's going to be seen and used by event promoters, magazine editors, venue own...

Pete Lesperance: Fade Into Stars

Pete Lesperance recently released his new album, Fade Into Stars. This is particularly exciting for me as I've been a huge Harem Scarem fan for years. Harem Scarem, of course, called it quits back in 2008. While I cannot speak for them, the...

CD Baby: Free Musician Guides

In episode 32 of our show, David Hooper mentioned that musicians aren't really readers. And while that may be true, I do believe the musicians who choose to be informed will have an edge over those who do not. That edge may not be a signific...

Derek Sivers: Uncommon Sense

CD Baby founder Derek Sivers unpacks his entrepreneurial mindset in this amazing series of videos. From his almost "accidental" beginnings as an online music store to the sale of the company at $22 million, Sivers' "uncommon sense" will twea...

Daily Prayer for Engaging in Life

Show me when I need to talk and help me to know what to say. Show me when I need to keep silent and listen. Help me add value to others and be an encourager. Direct my thoughts, goals, and dreams. Help me to connect & engage where Yo...

Benefits of Journaling

In episode 20 of the podcast, I touched briefly on the benefits of journaling. I think that when most of us think of journaling, we tend to think of keeping a diary; a list of things you did throughout the day. Creative journaling, however, ...

Going on Faith

Getting results is great. Even if you have a hard time connecting the dots between what you did and how that resulted in the outcome you got, it's a gratifying and rewarding experience to see something work for you. As of late, I've been se...

The Power of Focus

I've spent some time talking about the importance of sticking to what you do if you wish to produce lasting results. All of that is for naught if you don't harness the power of focus. When I say focus, it could almost go hand-in-hand with c...