Diary of a Guitar Teacher and Patreon Support
Sept 5, 2019 10:54:24 GMT
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Post by Cams on Sept 5, 2019 10:54:24 GMT
Hi folks,
In my bid to share my musical life in podcast form and following the Gary Vaynerchuk philosophy, I've been recording a podcast called Diary of a Guitar Teacher, where I talk about the challenges and rewards of changing direction at the age of 47 and becoming a full time teacher, educator and content producer. Some are video and audio, but lately there have been more audio only episodes as they're way easier to produce and I feel like I can riff more honestly while doing other chores around the house. I've also set up a Patreon page and am trying to build up the courage to direct people to that -- it's a weird thing, but that feeling of low self-worth makes me feel guilty about directing people there and asking for financial support, while at the same time I'm only too happy to support other creators whose content I really find value in -- Adam Neely, Mary Spender, Mike Dawes, Roadwork and Gerald Undone so far. I need to get over that feeling if I'm going to be successful - retaining a modicum of humility whilst believing that my content does have value.
I just posted episode 19 of Diary of a Guitar Teacher and shared it on Patreon, so here is a link to that: Episode 19
I'm also recording an almost daily podcast called Quoth the Camser, where I practice getting used to talking into the mic and editing quickly. What I'm finding through that is that the mental health benefits are huge and I really didn't expect that. Whereas before I would listen to podcasts or audiobooks whilst walking the dogs, now I explore my thoughts on mic and find them meandering from negative to positive in rather a short space of time - usually 20 minutes or so. I understand that it's not the most compelling of content to listen to, but the benefits for me are so high that I'm going to continue doing it. Maybe there's value there for others? I'm not sure, but speaking out like that gives me a degree of accountability and I'm sure that there will be some people out there who would benefit from listening and perhaps even taking part somehow?
I'm really looking forward to seeing some of you in Halifax later in the month. I feel like there are conversations to be had as well as the music. It's such a safe environment and it's been a real pleasure and a privilege to meet some of you and share a weekend of music and conversation.
If you feel like supporting me beyond words, it would mean the world to me.
With love and friendship,
Cams
In my bid to share my musical life in podcast form and following the Gary Vaynerchuk philosophy, I've been recording a podcast called Diary of a Guitar Teacher, where I talk about the challenges and rewards of changing direction at the age of 47 and becoming a full time teacher, educator and content producer. Some are video and audio, but lately there have been more audio only episodes as they're way easier to produce and I feel like I can riff more honestly while doing other chores around the house. I've also set up a Patreon page and am trying to build up the courage to direct people to that -- it's a weird thing, but that feeling of low self-worth makes me feel guilty about directing people there and asking for financial support, while at the same time I'm only too happy to support other creators whose content I really find value in -- Adam Neely, Mary Spender, Mike Dawes, Roadwork and Gerald Undone so far. I need to get over that feeling if I'm going to be successful - retaining a modicum of humility whilst believing that my content does have value.
I just posted episode 19 of Diary of a Guitar Teacher and shared it on Patreon, so here is a link to that: Episode 19
I'm also recording an almost daily podcast called Quoth the Camser, where I practice getting used to talking into the mic and editing quickly. What I'm finding through that is that the mental health benefits are huge and I really didn't expect that. Whereas before I would listen to podcasts or audiobooks whilst walking the dogs, now I explore my thoughts on mic and find them meandering from negative to positive in rather a short space of time - usually 20 minutes or so. I understand that it's not the most compelling of content to listen to, but the benefits for me are so high that I'm going to continue doing it. Maybe there's value there for others? I'm not sure, but speaking out like that gives me a degree of accountability and I'm sure that there will be some people out there who would benefit from listening and perhaps even taking part somehow?
I'm really looking forward to seeing some of you in Halifax later in the month. I feel like there are conversations to be had as well as the music. It's such a safe environment and it's been a real pleasure and a privilege to meet some of you and share a weekend of music and conversation.
If you feel like supporting me beyond words, it would mean the world to me.
With love and friendship,
Cams