Music Business Breakthrough: Amplify Every Release

Music Business Breakthrough: Amplify Every Release


Latest Episodes

608: Turn Social Followers to Email Fans
October 07, 2024

Summary: In this episode of Music Business Breakthrough, we dive into the essential strategies for growing your fan base by integrating social media with your email list. Cheryl breaks down why email is still the most effective tool for connecting with fa

607: Overcoming Stage Fright: Healing Performance Anxiety from the Inside Out
September 30, 2024

In this episode, we dive into the complex yet familiar feelings of stage fright, performance jitters, and anxiety that many musicians face. Whether it's stepping onto a stage, presenting to a live audience, or even sending an important email to your f

606: The Art of Pitching: Before, During, & After
September 23, 2024

In this episode, we break down the key elements of a successful pitch, whether you're emailing a music supervisor, venue, or potential collaborator. Pitching can be daunting, but with a clear strategy, it becomes much simpler. We dive into the before,

605: Smart Financial Systems for Musicians
September 17, 2024

In this episode, we dive into practical financial systems for musicians and freelancers, focusing on organization rather than just making money. We cover everything from separating personal and business finances to the benefits of LLCs and how to maximize

604: Pro-Level Time Management for Musicians
September 12, 2024

In this episode, Cheryl B. Engelhardt dives deep into one of her favorite topics: time management for musicians. She shares a game-changing strategy that challenges the traditional use of to-do lists and instead emphasizes the power of a calendar system.

603: The Power of The Goal & The Data
September 05, 2024

In this episode, Cheryl B. Engelhardt dives into one of the most crucial yet often overlooked aspects of a musician's journey: goal setting. But, like, PRO-level goal setting! Cheryl introduces the concept of "Champagne Wins"specific, cele

602: Ditch the Default, Discover Your Commitment
August 29, 2024

In this episode, Cheryl dives deep into the powerful concept of "Commitment vs. Default." If youve ever found yourself feeling stuck despite doing all the right things in your music career or life, this discussion is for you. Cheryl explores

601: The Musician's Success Cycle (and why every musician needs it!)
August 23, 2024

In this first episode of season six of the Music Business Breakthrough podcast, Cheryl introduces a transformative framework known as the "Musician Success Cycle," designed to help musicians navigate the complexities of their careers with clarit

521: Inside the GRAMMY- Nomination Controversial Category [BONUS]
January 01, 2021

In this very special and timely episode, GRAMMY-nominated artist Joanie Leeds (www.joanieleeds.com) shares about the recent drama in her category of Best Children's Music. Join us as we have an important, introspective, yet SUPER fun conversation abo

520: The 12 Days of AMPLIFY Wins [Day 12, Session #2] KEATS & Josh
December 25, 2020

Today, meet Chris KEATS and Josh Bradford in Day 12 of our 12 Days of AMPLIFY. This is a series where we're talking about the success seen this year (yes, during a pandemic) from our amazing independent musician community. If you want to be a part of this