#173: CYO | Master your Money as a Musician by Doing this One Thing

In this episode, Nomad discusses the concept of CYO (Chief You Officer) from his book "Ethos" and why it's crucial for independent musicians to master self-management. He explains how musicians, as independent contractors, need to wear multiple executive hats and handle everything from operations to finances. Key points covered: - Introduction to the concept of CYO (Chief You Officer) - Why musicians need to be their own boss - The importance of modular task management - Practical tips for organizing daily tasks into categories:  - Personal  - Business  - Creative Nomad shares practical advice on: - Using smartphone notes apps for task management - Creating effective to-do lists - Prioritizing tasks - Managing multiple responsibilities Special mention: Nomad introduces his new fretless nylon string guitar from Genta, which he picked up at NAMM (full video review coming soon). Takeaway: Success as an independent musician requires strong self-management skills and consistent daily execution of tasks across all areas of your career and life. Book reference: "Ethos: Five Game Changers Every Musician Must Know to Make Money Making Music" (working title) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices