
The God and Gigs Show
Learn how to connect all the dots of your life - artistic, spiritual and business - so you can thrive as a creative. Hosted by musician and creative coach Allen C. Paul, you'll hear the challenges and triumphs of visionary creatives and Christian entrepreneurs who have built thriving careers without compromising their faith.
Topics we cover include: How To Start a Career in Music as a Christian; How to Make a Living as a Creative; How to Grow Your Audience while Honoring God; How to Stay Inspired and Motivated as a Creative; How to Handle Working in Secular Genres as a Christian; and much more.
Whether you're a musician, creative soul, or aspiring Christian entrepreneur, you'll hear something each week that unlocks your potential and empowers your artistic path! Join us and discover how to become the creative you were created to be.
The God and Gigs Show
How He Built It! Carlin Muccular's Keys to a Thriving Christian Creative Career (Encore Episode)
Are you willing to follow God through unfamiliar paths to achieve the kind of creative success He wants for you?
In this inspiring encore episode, we sat down with Carlin Muccular, a Grammy-winning drummer, entrepreneur, and CEO of Shedtracks.
Carlin shared his incredible journey, from touring with R&B star Ledisi at an early age, to becoming a renowned drummer at a mega-church, to working with Israel Houghton and launching a successful tech startup that has become a prized tool for thousands of musicians .
You'll discover:
- How to discern God's calling for your creative life
- The power of patience and perseverance in pursuing your dreams
- Why character and humility are crucial for long-term success
- Practical tips for balancing family, faith, and a thriving career
- The importance of following peace when making major decisions
Carlin's story is a testament to what's possible when you combine faith, hard work, and a willingness to take risks. He offers invaluable wisdom on navigating the entertainment industry while staying true to your values.
Key Takeaways:
- Trust your instincts and follow peace, even when it means walking away from "golden" opportunities
- Cultivate diverse skills and experiences - you never know how God will use them later
- Prioritize character development alongside talent and business acumen
- Don't be afraid to pivot or start over - sometimes it leads to even greater success
- Use your platform and success to serve others and give back
Whether you're a musician, artist, or creative entrepreneur, this conversation will inspire you to dream bigger and pursue your God-given calling with confidence. Get ready to be challenged, encouraged, and equipped to make a lasting impact through your craft.
"If you remain humble, then people will support you. If you add value to other people, people will support what you're doing."
Carlin's journey proves that with faith, perseverance, and a servant's heart, you can build a thriving creative career that honors God and impacts the world. Are you ready to take that leap of faith and pursue your creative dreams?
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