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Tag Archives: Life
From Old Dreams To New Dreams
I wasn’t in a good place as I went to pick up my nine year old daughter from school the other day. My professional life has been somewhat tumultuous over the past few years as I have been transitioning out … Continue reading
Posted in Life, Personal
Tagged Artists, business, career, dreams, Life, World Vision
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Psalm of Life
The end of one year and the beginning of a fresh new one, I’m reminded of this…. Tell me not in mournful numbers,Life is but an empty dream!For the soul is dead that slumbers,And things are not what they seem.Life … Continue reading
Just Go.
Each time I return from a mission or advocacy trip to a third world or developing country, I always come back changed. Sometimes it’s subtle, other times it’s profound. I can’t say the intensity of the change always stays since … Continue reading
Posted in Charity, Life, World Vision
Tagged charity, church, humanitarian, Life, mission trip, World Vision
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Slow Down And Smile
Over the past six months or so, a reoccurring theme has been generating in front of me. Maybe you’ve had a similar thing happen, where you receive a series of messages that have to do with a related idea or … Continue reading
Artists – Keep It Simple
Money should be the result, not the reason. Do it because it’s what you love to do. If you live for the chart position, you will die by the chart position. Create exceptional work. Work hard at it. Be authentic. … Continue reading
Joel Burke: A Salute to John Wooden
“BREAKFAST WITH THE COACH” By Joel Burke “Failure to prepare is preparing for Failure.” John Wooden I tossed and turned all night. It was a wrestling match with the pillow and the pillow won. I was so anxious about the … Continue reading
Posted in Guest Bloggers, Life, Sports
Tagged basketball, coach, John Wooden, Life, self improvement, UCLA
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You Rock
From SETH GODIN’S BLOG This is deceptive. You don’t rock all the time. No one does. No one is a rock star, superstar, world-changing artist all the time. In fact, it’s a self-defeating goal. You can’t do it. No, but … Continue reading
Posted in Business/Marketing, Life
Tagged business, career, goal, help, Life, marketing, productivity, professional, seth godin, vision, work
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Guest Blogger: Joel Burke
THAT’S LIFE By Joel Burke http://www.joelcburke.com One of my all time favorite singers has to be Frank Sinatra. He could tell a story in song like few could. There was no need to have video made, because you could see … Continue reading
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Tagged Frank Sinatra, God, joel burke, lessons, Life, Music, significance, song, That's Life
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Like Father Like Son?
I don’t believe too much in coincidence. I’m more of a fate and providence type of person. I think there are so many moments throughout our lives which occur that, if we only knew the details, would blow our minds. … Continue reading
Posted in Life, Photography
Tagged Bay, boat, bridge, California, coincidence, fate, God, Golden Gate Bridge, Life, moments, photo, Photography, providence, San Francisco
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Real Refreshment in 2010
I posted the following article this time last year. I believe it is relevant as we approach yet another new year and I always have the need to review these words periodically as a reminder to be intentional about doing … Continue reading
Posted in Life, Personal
Tagged 2010, C.S. Lewis, Christian, enjoyment, God, how to, joy, Life, New Year, refreshment, resolutions, Screwtape Letters, self help, time
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100 Ways to Make Your Brain Better, Faster, and Stronger
In today’s fast-paced, competitive world, building your brain power gives you an edge in the job market as well as other aspects of life. These tips will teach you how to boost your brain and memory to increase productivity and … Continue reading
Is Your Life Too Small?
From Dan Miller: This week a 36 yr old MBA in an executive position in an exciting industry shared this concern in her coaching profile: “I have a vague sense that my life is too small.” Living large does not … Continue reading
Good to Great
A short but important piece from Dan Miller’s weekly newsletter. Find Dan’s blog HERE. There is a PBS special running right now on the music of David Foster (Hit Man – David Foster and Friends). As the hosts asked him … Continue reading
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Tagged artist, business, Dan Miller, David Foster, Life, Music, self help
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Directional Assistance
all photos ©mikeseverson 2009 I’ve taken many images lately of street markers, arrows, signs, and cross walks. It’s interesting the subject matter the eye picks up at different points in life.
Posted in Photography
Tagged b&w, Life, mike severson, photographs, Photography, photos
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What Real Hope Looks Like
Tired of hearing the fear, doom and gloom that’s filling the airwaves? Join Dave Ramsey for an intimate, nationwide town hall meeting and discover what’s happening with the economy, how we got here, and where we’re going. Plus, Dave will … Continue reading
Posted in Business/Marketing, Personal
Tagged Dave Ramsey, debt, economy, finances, financial, Life, town hall
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The Insanity of the Typical
It is said, “Insanity is doing the same thing, over and over again, but expecting different results.” Is the music and radio industry insane? How long will we keep trying to do the same thing and expect a miracle? As … Continue reading
Posted in Business/Marketing, Music Business, Quotes
Tagged business, industry, Life, Music, Radio, records
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Renewal, Not Resolutions, In The New Year
Have you ever noticed that frequently you end up not doing the very things you enjoy doing the most? Among the things I like to do is read, hike, have quiet time, go see art, work out, take photographs, and listen … Continue reading
Posted in Books, Life
Tagged C.S. Lewis, Life, New Year, resolutions, self help, self improvement
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Digital Media Hype Getting Out of Control?
I’m sometimes put off by the technology everyone is saying I must have, and then if I choose to purchase it, find that within mere moments it is out of date or has a next generation that is the new must … Continue reading
On Being Thankful….
We are always reminded to be thankful on Thanksgiving and what we are to be grateful for. It’s a good thing to do, but this should not be a once a year event; we should be practicing being thankful every single day … Continue reading
Serving Customers or Making Cars?
From Dan Miller: There seems to be a subtle shift that takes place in the history of most businesses. Let’s say Barney was a cave man who made great wagons. But there are only 20 people who live in his … Continue reading
Guest Blogger: Joel Burke
GO FOR THE GOLD! By Joel Burke What does it take to be a gold medal winner in the Olympics? How about an Olympic champion 14 times? Swimmer Michael Phelps has achieved a level of greatness that few people would … Continue reading
Posted in Guest Bloggers, Life
Tagged determination, focus, games, gold, Guest Bloggers, joel burke, Life, medal, Olympics, preparation
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It took scientists to figure this out?
What is wrong with us if scientists have to release studies on how to be happy and stay sane? Read this article from the UK based Times Online. In it you will find 5 simple things you can do to protect … Continue reading
Guest Blogger: Joel Burke
WHAT ARE YOU FAMOUS FOR? by Joel Burke I was digging threw some boxes and came across a couple of school yearbooks. It was an unexpected trip down memory lane. It was a one-way trip back in time to experiences … Continue reading
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Tagged broadcasting, Colorado, country, Denver, KYGO, Life, Music, Radio
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Competing or Cheating?
A hypothetical situation here…… A particular segment of business has certain rules and regulations that companies are to abide by. Some are set in stone and others are unspoken rules. It essentially becomes the accepted framework of conducting fair business. Of … Continue reading
New Adventures
Sometimes it becomes necessary to make self inflicted changes or allow fate to intervene and shake things up. It is the only way you can regain a vision of the larger story, allow your dormant ideas to take actually take shape, and tackle fresh challenges … Continue reading
Such is the Music Business
Thanks to all of you who have reached out today: Jesse, Jim, Beverlee, Carol, Luke, Kevin, Chris, Patches, Andy, Chad, Tim, Stephanie, Tony, Denise, Nathan, John, Mary, Frank, Rosey, Jim, Bill, Andrew, Jackie, Greg, Randy, Clayton, Tom, Jeff, Elizabeth, Brian, … Continue reading
Does Posting a Sign Make it So?
There is a sign I often see on the back of dump trucks lumbering down the interstate full of gravel, dirt and rocks. Some of the trucks have top covers and others don’t. The sign is always something like “Not responsible for vehicle damage” or “Not … Continue reading
Coming Home from the Real World
I am back home in Nashville and still in recovery mode. I appreciate Chris, Elizabeth, and Brian for their contributions to the blog while I was away. It feels like I was out for a month, so forgive me if … Continue reading
Posted in Media & Entertainment, Personal
Tagged Africa, entertainment, Life, media, Travel
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Know What You’re Good At (part 2)
In a previous post I explained why it is important for an artist to focus on what they are good at and not try to be something they are not. A little honesty, humility, and introspection can go a long way in … Continue reading
Guest Blogger: Elizabeth Grattan
I am in love with music. From my early years of Shaun Cassidy posters strewn upon every wall, dancing with a leotard to mimic Olivia Newton John, and getting ready in Rob’s room after he left for school…just so I … Continue reading
To Find Joy
Joel’s guest blog posted on Wednesday got me thinking more about the process of finding Joy. It seems that in order to discover the Joy in life or to notice the good, it takes effort and work. It is EASY to do something bad or … Continue reading
Posted in Personal, Photography
Tagged Christianity, culture, Easter, God, happiness, Life, mike severson, news, Photography, self help
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Guest Blogger – Joel Burke
KYGO Denver PD Joel Burke has authored another great piece to share…….. TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD! By Joel Burke I flipped on the television the other night and began clicking through the endless channels. My choices were either reality shows or one … Continue reading
Guest Blogger – KYGO/Denver PD Joel Burke
WHO’S COMING OVER TO DINNER? By Joel Burke It was a hot and dusty day in May of 1927. An 18-year old dreamer was graduating from Oak Cliff High School in Dallas, Texas. He was already enrolled to attend Rice … Continue reading
Generation On-Demand
Ever stop to think about the newest generation and what their reality of the world is and how it will impact them as they grow up? An interesting article from Media Week on what the implications could be as it … Continue reading
Posted in Media & Entertainment, Radio
Tagged entertainment, Life, media, Radio, Technology
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Lower The Noise Floor
The “noise floor” is the measure of the signal created from the sum of all the noise sources and unwanted signals within a measurement system. In other words, it is unwanted or unwelcome noise that interferes with peak performance and … Continue reading
What do you do?
A good majority of people define themselves by what they do for a living. It is even more true in the music industry. We like the business because it is more of a lifestyle than a job. Since it is … Continue reading
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Tagged career, Life, lifestyle, Midas Records, Music Business, profession, Radio
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For The Record 