BEST OF: How to Recession-Proof Your Creative Career By Expanding Your Knowledge with John Mike, Producer / YouTuber

When the bad news about our economy is getting worse...how do you keep your creative career moving upward and onward? According to John Mike, acclaimed producer, musician, clinician and creative entrepreneur, you must start by pushing yourself out of your comfort zone, stepping out in faith toward your goals, and making a commitment to bettering yourself through high-quality instruction and training.John Mike is a husband, father, entrepreneur and music producer  who owns and runs educational platforms for musicians and producers, including CreatingStems.com and GospelProducers.com.Having begun his career as a music educator, John Mike has stepped forward to become one of the world's leading authorities in Gospel music production, loop creation and musical technology. His YouTube videos and tutorials are watched by thousands of viewers eager to learn about state-of-the-art production techniques, new software and the latest hardware applications.In this powerful and practical conversation from our archives, this dynamic musician and producer breaks down why investing in high-level training, instruction and personal growth is a top priority for the successful creative, and why true success is impossible without first making a financial and emotional investment in yourself.In this interview, you'll learn:How a difficult season can actually be a benefit – if you push forward and find new avenues for your giftsHow to pivot into a new creative outletHow to choose the right training materials and courses (free AND paid)How investing in new skills increases your profitabilityWhy paying for high-quality training is often a necessityHow you can become a better musician, producer and creative by investing in quality coursesMORE RESOURCES FOR CREATIVESJoin our membership for highly motivated creatives who want to gain complete confidence as artists and entrepreneurs - God and Gigs 360! Join for 30 days FREE by going to: godandgigs.com/freetrialGodandGigs.com/ToolKit - check out ALL of our most trusted and effective tools and resources for faith-focused creatives Godandgigs.com/grow - FREE trainings where you’ll learn how to build your online audience and connect deeply with those you are called to reach with your creative workLearn about The 4 Questions you need to ask before going Full-Time in Arts and EntertainmentJoin our God and Gigs Facebook Group so you can watch more of our Facebook Live chats!Send us a message!Don't Build Your Creator Lifestyle Alone. Join the Community! In our 360 Creator Community, you get focused encouragement, guidance, and training on how to thrive as a God-centered creator. Joining gives you access to our app, workshops and community conversations, so you can stop being isolated and frustrated and start enjoying creative confidence! Join today!GodandGigs.com/membershipSupport the showDownload our FREE 7 Day Prayer Devotional for Creatorshttps://godandgigs.com/prayerFOLLOW US!  InstagramFacebook YouTubeWant to be a guest on The God and Gigs Show? Send us a message on PodMatch! © 2026 Paul Creative Solutions