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Song Revolution Podcast – Season 3

Host: John Chisum

Special Guest: Chris Weinberg

Episode Title: CHRIS WEINBERG: Build a Business For Your Music

Episode Summary:
This week on Song Revolution, host John Chisum sits down with Chris Weinberg, a top business and performance coach who has worked with Fortune 500 executives, artists, entertainment companies, and entrepreneurs. As someone who has helped creative professionals turn their passion into a sustainable business, Chris shares valuable insights on what it takes to monetize your music career.

If you’re a songwriter, independent artist, or creative professional trying to navigate the business side of music, this episode is packed with real-world strategies to help you structure your success. Chris breaks down his four pillars for a thriving business—People, Sales, Profit, and Self—and explains why balancing these elements is crucial for any artist looking to grow their career.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The difference between coaching and consulting—and why both matter
• How to think like a CEO of your own music career
• Why artists struggle with the business side of music—and how to overcome it
• The four essential pillars of business success: People, Sales, Profit & Self
• How to build multiple revenue streams as a songwriter and musician
• Practical steps to monetize your music and develop your brand

Key Moments:
[03:03] – Chris Weinberg’s journey into coaching & working with creatives
[05:52] – Coaching vs. consulting: What’s the difference?
[08:27] – The biggest challenges creative people face in business
[13:12] – Why successful artists need business coaching
[19:08] – Breaking down the four pillars of success
[26:07] – The mindset shift: Treating your music as a business, not a hobby
[32:52] – The value of investing in coaching for long-term growth
[37:09] – Final takeaways: Why you need a plan for success

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Check out what Chris is doing at Well Coached

https://www.wellcoachedconsulting.com/

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