Brian (Not Brain) Funk teaches a class at Berkeley Online, hosts the The Music Production Podcast, and creates sample packs for Ableton Live (and is also an Ableton Live Certified Trainer). How in the world does he do it all?
I got to sit down with Brian to discuss his crazy schedule and how he stays productive and creative with so many things to juggle.
This conversation was pure gold, and I learned a ton from chatting with Brian. Not just about Ableton Live, but about creativity, productivity, and life in general.
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00:00 - Introduction to the podcast and guest Brian Funk
00:04 - The importance of consistency over creativity for success
01:23 - The benefit of having a podcast to connect with people
01:38 - The importance of consistently showing up
02:25 - Being successful while having a day job
12:00 - Introduction of guest Brian Funk and his background
12:56 - Brian's consistency in creating music and teaching
14:47 - Brian's book "The Five Minute Music Producer" and consistency in creating daily lessons
17:33 - Consistently doing something small every day
18:15 - Consistently showing up is the key to success
19:09 - Sharing progress publicly is important for artists to get recognition and jobs
20:03 - The value of sharing progress and helping beginners
25:45 - Learning from beginners and being inventive
26:21 - Brian's music production club and consistently releasing new Ableton live packs or sample packs
27:23 - The supportive and collaborative community within Brian's music production club
28:10 - Brian's music production club leads to new and exciting projects
29:44 - Brian's sample pack "Accordion and Beyond" and the benefits of pursuing personal passion as a solo business owner
35:20 - Uncertainty in the music industry and the stability of teaching as a day job
41:27 - Consistency is key to success, it's a slow burn
41:41 - Consistently creating content leads to success
42:26 - Becoming an Ableton certified trainer
43:18 - Ableton's supportive community and Brian's path to becoming a certified trainer
45:21 - The supportive and constructive environment of the Ableton certification process
49:17 - The importance of being willing to fail and learn from mistakes
50:27 - Brian's book cover fiasco and the importance of making lemonade out of lemons
53:20 - Dealing with imposter syndrome and fear of being a phony
57:20 - Consistently showing up and being willing to make mistakes
60:40 - Dealing with criticism as a creator
61:32 - Responding to negativity with kindness and understanding
65:39 - Responding to negativity with kindness and positivity
69:11 - Not letting the fear of criticism get in the way of consistent work
69:24 - Practical tip for consistent work: schedule it or make a promise with someone else
69:37 - Keep commitments small and forget about quality, just show up
71:48 - Where to find more about Brian Funk: brianfunk.com
72:43 - Continuing the Conversation on Brian's Podcast
73:00 - The importance of surrounding oneself with positive and encouraging people
73:11 - The importance of showing up consistently
74:02 - Quantity leads to quality
74:40 - Recommendations to check out Brian's music production club and podcast
75:26 - Consistency and sharing with others leads to success
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