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How I Booked My First Gig (and Why It Almost Didn’t Happen)

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In this episode, I’m sharing the real story behind my first-ever gig—how I went from being told I wasn’t “cut out” for music to performing at a friend’s wedding… terrified but determined. I’ll take you behind the scenes of the early days: the nerves, the doubt, the free gigs, the late-night cramming, and the moment I finally got paid to perform.

Whether you’re a musician just starting out or someone chasing any kind of creative dream, this one’s for you. Because booking your first gig isn’t about being perfect—it’s about saying yes, even when you’re scared.

🎧 Tune in to hear:

  • The college audition that crushed my confidence
  • Why I flew across the country to play for free
  • How a $200 gig changed my mindset (and my future)
  • What I wish I knew when I started out

Got questions about turning your passion for guitar into real income?
If you have burning questions, struggles, or just that gut feeling that you could be doing more with your music — I want to hear from you.

Send me an email at [email protected] and tell me what you're working on, what's holding you back, or what you’re dreaming of building.
I personally read every message, and your questions might even inspire future episodes.
Let’s build this journey together.

  continue reading

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Manage episode 479779186 series 3662371
Content provided by Jeff Taylor Guitar. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Jeff Taylor Guitar or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://staging.podcastplayer.com/legal.

In this episode, I’m sharing the real story behind my first-ever gig—how I went from being told I wasn’t “cut out” for music to performing at a friend’s wedding… terrified but determined. I’ll take you behind the scenes of the early days: the nerves, the doubt, the free gigs, the late-night cramming, and the moment I finally got paid to perform.

Whether you’re a musician just starting out or someone chasing any kind of creative dream, this one’s for you. Because booking your first gig isn’t about being perfect—it’s about saying yes, even when you’re scared.

🎧 Tune in to hear:

  • The college audition that crushed my confidence
  • Why I flew across the country to play for free
  • How a $200 gig changed my mindset (and my future)
  • What I wish I knew when I started out

Got questions about turning your passion for guitar into real income?
If you have burning questions, struggles, or just that gut feeling that you could be doing more with your music — I want to hear from you.

Send me an email at [email protected] and tell me what you're working on, what's holding you back, or what you’re dreaming of building.
I personally read every message, and your questions might even inspire future episodes.
Let’s build this journey together.

  continue reading

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