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The Gospel Road Coach: Making a Living in the Music Industry!

Paul Secord

Self-Improvement

Wanna get paid? Then GIVE BETTER CONCERTS by taking advantage of my 40 years of experience and training in Gospel, Classical, Rock, Worship, and Music Theater. Concerts are about way more than singing and playing well and I’ve made EVERY imaginable mistake along the way. So, let’s learn together. From tools of the trade, movement, and stage habits, to communication, audience connection, and everything in between...THIS is the glue that holds your live musical performance together. It’s essential to creating an amazing experience for your audience. And trust me. They’ll love you for it.

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Episodes

Flat Fees VS Love Offerings...and Why Your GoFundMe Campaign Didn’t Work!

Nashville’s Gospel Road Coach, Paul Secord, shares a fundamental principle for artists that could redefine how they think of music, ministry, and MONEY!

Dec 21, 2019•9 min

Social Media Brand/Fan Building for Artists!

A simple working strategy for steady growth that is 100% free. And a tool to help you make it happen.

Oct 03, 2019•5 min•Season 2Ep. 8

One Minute Win-Blank Screens

Blank screens at your concert mean missed opportunity.

Oct 01, 2019•57 sec•Season 2Ep. 7

Don’t Ask Your Audience This Question...YET!

Artists say this because they don’t know what else to say! I offer some options and some advice.

Sep 19, 2019•2 min•Season 2Ep. 6

Life Changing Advice for Artists of ANY genre.

Nashville’s Road Coach, Paul Secord, shares a story that taught him a life lesson every artist needs to hear.

Sep 17, 2019•5 min•Season 2Ep. 5

6 Tips to Save Your VOICE!

Nashville’s Road Coach shares 6 tips that keep his voice in good shape during special events, loud environments, and 170 concerts a year.

Sep 14, 2019•6 min•Season 2Ep. 4

This Rant Might Make You Quit!

How did “Just doing it for the Lord” become an excuse to shun excellence?

Sep 13, 2019•4 min•Season 2Ep. 3

Songwriters! Give Yourself a Chance!

Here’s a hot take on song demos and writing to get cuts. You gotta get this write!!!

Sep 11, 2019•6 min

PAY to PLAY wrecks Artists!

PAY to PLAY is Finished! Let this be the beginning of the end of those scammers selling fake shortcuts.

Jan 03, 2019•5 min

Chapter 11. In Closing

A huge thank you listening to this ebook. Please share it with every artist, musician, worship leader, or public speaker you know. God Bless You!

Oct 28, 2018•2 min

Chapter 10. Can I Afford to Be a Gospel Singer?

This is where the rubber meets the road. All the other chapters lead to this one.

Oct 28, 2018•12 min

Chapter 9. Strong and Weak Stage Positions and Formations

All stages are not created equal. But they all have something in common. Know your stage and master its strengths and weaknesses. This will set you apart.

Oct 28, 2018•9 min

Chapter 8. Movement...The Song is The Script.

Staging options are infinite. Let the song lead you and use the tools and skills you have to Show Them The Music.

Oct 28, 2018•9 min

Chapter 7. How to TAKE the Stage.

Get this right and you’re off to the races. But get it wrong...and you’ll spend half the night trying to recover.

Oct 28, 2018•5 min

Chapter 6. Pre-Concert Meeting With the Pastor or Host

This 2-minute healthy habit is a game changer. It’s helps you set a course for success and alleviates 95% of organizational train wrecks.

Oct 28, 2018•6 min

Chapter 5. Everybody Has a Roll!

How to line Pre-Concert duties with strengths and abilities so everyone wins.

Oct 28, 2018•4 min

Chapter 4. Create a Concert Environment

Don’t leave this box unchecked. Your venue needs to be primed for a great concert. It will pay huge dividends all night.

Oct 28, 2018•8 min

Chapter 3. Do Yourself a Huge Favor...Hold The Doors!

This pro tip will set your concert on the right track before it even starts.

Oct 28, 2018•6 min

Chapter 2. Write it Down! The Essential Art of Preparation and Why You Need a Game Plan

This is a huge stumbling block for many artists. Once you get over it, you’ll never go back!

Oct 28, 2018•9 min

Chapter 1. Pro Habits PRECEDE Pro Gigs

Where it all begins. The most important rule.

Oct 28, 2018•4 min

The Gospel Road Rulebook-Introduction and Forward

Meet Paul Secord, Nashville’s Gospel Road Coach, and find out why The Gospel Road Rulebook is just what you need to launch your music and ministry to the next level.

Oct 28, 2018•3 min