your creative GPS

Your compass for navigating creativity, travel, and life’s wonderfully messy magic.

𝕪𝕠𝕦𝕣 𝕔𝕣𝕖𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕧𝕖 𝔾𝗣𝕊 is where I share the real stuff that helps me keep moving forward as a multi-hyphenate creative. It’s not just about social media or auditions, or gigs, or writing, or travel. It’s about the whole messy, beautiful mix of creativity and living life. Some weeks you’ll hear a pep talk, other weeks I’ll share lessons from my own wins (and those and the bumps in the road). My hope is that each episode helps you feel less alone and just a bit clearer on your own path... wherever that compass is pointing. 🦋 socialbutterflygroup.substack.com

  1. Exploring AI in Music with Eden and Karen: NATS National Conference Preview!

    13/06/2024

    Exploring AI in Music with Eden and Karen: NATS National Conference Preview!

    Join Karen as she catches up with one of her bestie’s, Eden Casteel, to discuss the exciting upcoming NATS Conference in Knoxville this June 27th - July 1st. Eden talks about her featured cabaret show, ‘Kahn Artist: Madeline and Me,' and their joint presentation on AI in the music studio. They also dive into Eden's songwriting process and the impactful role AI plays in both their musical and professional lives. Prepare to be inspired by their conversation on blending artistry with technology and the many ways AI can enhance productivity and creativity in the music industry and in your studio. 00:00 Welcome Back! 00:21 Introducing Eden and the NATS Conference 01:28 Weather Chat and Pre-Conference Excitement 02:20 Eden's Show: Kahn Artist, Madeline and Me 03:15 Madeline Kahn: A Legendary Inspiration 04:56 Eden's Musical Journey and Inspirations 07:34 NATS Conference Details and Guidebook 10:07 Embracing AI in Music and Teaching 12:52 AI Tools for Musicians and Educators 15:40 The Future of AI and Its Impact 26:53 Final Thoughts and Farewell Find Eden at https://www.edencasteel.com Where Eden is performing and WHOLE lot more about this fabulous human... https://linktr.ee/edencasteel Join NATS - National Association of Teachers of Singing here - https://www.nats.org/nats-membership.... Register for the National Conference, it's not too late! https://www.nats.org/cgi/page.cgi/_ev... Join The SpeakEasy Cooperative - https://thespeakeasycooperative.com/ Like, Share, and Subscribe for more episodes! 🎙️ Podcast Episode Page - yourcreativegps.com Here are my important deets... ↓ 🦋 My Page 💻 https://techiebutterfly.com/ Social Media Guide and Planner for 2024 💌 sign up for my Social Buzz 𝗣𝕠𝕤𝕚𝕥𝕚𝕧𝕖 𝕍𝕚𝕓𝕖𝕤 Newsletter - curated social media updates, marketing, tools, tech help, pep talks! 🎹 Book me as a singing pianist https://www.singingpianist.com/ 📝 My Blog ⇥ Book a session with me! Let's get YOUR 2024 content and social media strategy in place! ⁠⁠ This session includes: ✤ 60 min chat with 1 month of email follow-up. ✤ Setting up your accounts for maximum exposure ✤ Create a marketing plan ✤ Learning my best practices for social media, it's YOUR appointment YOU create it! 📆 What do you need and want? Get full access to The Social Butterfly Buzz at socialbutterflygroup.substack.com/subscribe

    30 min
  2. Interview with the founders of Rehart Gesner Fund, Dr. Michelle Latour and Katy Morris

    08/03/2024

    Interview with the founders of Rehart Gesner Fund, Dr. Michelle Latour and Katy Morris

    Today's episode is a highlight for International Women's Day! Meet Dr. Michelle Latour and Katie Morris, two extraordinary women whose lives are interwoven with music, teaching, and the transformative power of voice. Michelle, with a rich history of years in voice teaching, shares her journey from academia to founding Latour Voice Studios. Katie, whose voice is rediscovered through Michelle's guidance and friendship. The centerpiece of our discussion is the Rehart Gesner Fund, a beacon of support for Las Vegas music teachers, named in honor of their grandmothers. Discover how a simple idea blossomed into a powerful initiative, providing scholarships, vocal health resources, and a community that cherishes the art of teaching music. Learn about their upcoming event, a symphony of talent and generosity, aimed at nurturing the artists within and ensuring the legacy of music education thrives. Whether you're a music aficionado, an educator, or someone who appreciates the profound impact of nurturing talent, this episode is a melodious journey you won't want to miss. Be inspired by the stories of individuals dedicated to enriching lives through music and learn how you can contribute to this beautiful cause. Don't forget to check the links in our description to explore how you can support the Rehart Gesner Fund and enrich the harmony of our world, one note at a time. Learn more here - Rehart Gesner Fund Donate here Dr. Michelle Latour Voice Studios Shane Jensen, Pianist Flowers by Michelle Like, Share, and Subscribe for more episodes! 🎙️ Podcast Episode Page - ⁠⁠https://www.podpage.com/your-creative...⁠⁠ Here are my important deets... ↓ 🦋 My Page 💻 Social Media Guide and Planner for 2024 💌 sign up for my 𝗣𝕠𝕤𝕚𝕥𝕚𝕧𝕖 𝕍𝕚𝕓𝕖𝕤 Newsletter - curated social media updates, marketing, tools, tech help, pep talks! 🎹 Book me as a singing pianist 📝 My Blog ⇥ Book a session with me! Let's get YOUR 2024 content and social media strategy in place! ⁠⁠ This session includes: ✤ 60 min chat with 1 month of email follow-up. ✤ Setting up your accounts for maximum exposure ✤ Create a marketing plan ✤ Learning my best practices for social media, it's YOUR appointment YOU create it! 📆 What do you need and want? Get full access to The Social Butterfly Buzz at socialbutterflygroup.substack.com/subscribe

    33 min
  3. Marketing in 2024 with Michelle Markwart Deveaux

    01/01/2024

    Marketing in 2024 with Michelle Markwart Deveaux

    Join us for an engaging and insightful conversation with Michelle Markwart Deveaux, a truly remarkable business coach and friend. Discover Michelle's journey from being a business colleague to a treasured friend, as she shares her expertise in social media management, marketing, and beyond. Delve into the evolving landscape of 2024 business marketing, exploring trends, ethics, and the impact of inflation. Learn about the significance of authentic sales processes and the skepticism surrounding traditional marketing techniques. Michelle and Karen discuss the importance of personal connection and ethical alignment in brand choices, offering valuable insights for business owners navigating the current market. This episode also highlights the power of neurodivergence, emphasizing its potential in achieving goals uniquely. Michelle, a certified CliftonStrengths coach, explains how understanding one's motivations and thought processes can lead to greater success and fulfillment. Join us for this empowering conversation, packed with expert business advice, heartfelt stories, and a shared passion for helping others thrive (my word for the year WHOOP!) in their businesses and lives. Don't miss out on this wealth of knowledge and inspiration! Important links - https://thespeakeasycooperative.com https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths https://socialmediachick.gumroad.com/l/DailyPromptsMonthlySocialMediaGuideandWorkbook Like, Share, and Subscribe for more episodes! 🎙️ Podcast Episode Page - ⁠⁠https://www.podpage.com/your-creative...⁠⁠ Here are my important deets... ↓ 🦋 My Social Media Page 💻 ⁠⁠https://sleek.bio/socialbutterflygroup⁠⁠ 💌 sign up for my 𝗣𝕠𝕤𝕚𝕥𝕚𝕧𝕖 𝕍𝕚𝕓𝕖𝕤 Newsletter - curated social media updates, marketing, tools, tech help, pep talks! https://socialbutterflygroup.substack.com/ 🎹 SingingPianist.com 📝 My Blog https://themultihyphenatelife.com/ ⇥ Book a session with me! Let's get YOUR 2024 content and social media strategy in place! ⁠⁠ https://cal.com/butterflysinger/social-media-strategy-coaching This session incudes: ✤ 60 min chat with 1 month of email follow-up. ✤ Setting up your accounts for maximum exposure ✤ Create a marketing plan ✤ Learning my best practices for social media, it's YOUR appointment YOU create it! 📆 What do you need and want? Get full access to The Social Butterfly Buzz at socialbutterflygroup.substack.com/subscribe

    59 min
  4. How to Plan for a Great Week! NaPodPoMo #4

    06/11/2023

    How to Plan for a Great Week! NaPodPoMo #4

    How to Plan for a GREAT week! (Hint… it’s easier than you think.) Episode 31 of Season 3 Planning for a productive week may seem like a magical unicorn event, but it’s not. I’m sharing ACTIONABLE steps to get things done AND have time for yourself… Apps I mention: Apple Notes Journal by Apple Craft as a part of SetApp (my affiliate link to this AMAZING app is https://go.setapp.com/invite/muuxw9lq) ✨ Workflowy ✨  All of these can be used on your fave device… most of the time I use my iPhone 15 Pro Max The real secret is in the night before, and Sundays… listen to learn more! Episode 4 of NaPodPoMo and Episode 31 of Season 3 of 𝕪𝕠𝕦𝕣 𝕔𝕣𝕖𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕧𝕖 𝔾𝗣𝕊.  Here's my basic day... I do have nested details that are added to each time block specific to each day... ↓ 5-630am - Up 630-9am - make coffee, dog out, kid off to school, stretch/bounce/move 9-10am - coffee break/working coffee break, husband chat, check emails/texts 10am-12pm - mtgs, SBG work, piano practice, writing, breakdown services, check emails 12-2pm - lunch/working lunch, SBG work, check emails, research, writing 2pm-7pm - SBG work, students, rehearsal, check breakdown services, check emails, record podcast, practice, dinner 7-930pm - Dinner, pick up Sky (if needed), read, downtime, finish up last minute work 930pm - Bed, create 𝗤𝕦𝕚𝕔𝕜 𝕃𝕚𝕤𝕥 for next day, read, TikTok Like, Share, and Subscribe for more episodes! Podcast Page - ⁠⁠https://www.podpage.com/your-creative...⁠⁠ 🦋 Here are my important deets... ↓ My Page 💻 ⁠⁠https://sleek.bio/socialbutterflygroup⁠⁠ Positive Vibes Newsletter Curated social media updates, marketing, tools, and tech help along with pep talks! 💌 ⁠⁠https://socialbutterflygroup.substack...⁠⁠ Book a session with me! Let's get YOUR 2023 content and social media strategy in place! ⁠⁠https://rb.gy/povjt⁠⁠ includes: ✤ 60 min chat with 1 month of email follow-up. ✤ Setting up your accounts for maximum exposure ✤ Create a marketing plan ✤ Learning my best practices for social media, it's YOUR appointment YOU create it! 📆 What do you need and want? Get full access to The Social Butterfly Buzz at socialbutterflygroup.substack.com/subscribe

    17 min
  5. Day 1 NaPodPoMo, Apple's New Journal App and what's coming this month!

    02/11/2023

    Day 1 NaPodPoMo, Apple's New Journal App and what's coming this month!

    A quickiesode to catch you up, inspire you, teach you a bit about the Apple Journal, and share some awesome people and org. Welcome to Episode #29 and day 1 of NaPodPoMo. 𝕪𝕠𝕦𝕣 𝕔𝕣𝕖𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕧𝕖 𝔾𝕡𝕤, your go-to guide for navigating the entrepreneurial and artistic landscape. Also available on YouTube as a video podcast!  Stuff I mentioned - The SpeakEasy Cooperative - https://thespeakeasycooperative.com/s...  National Association of Teachers of Singing - https://www.nats.org/nats-membership....  Kim Doyal - https://kimdoyal.com/spark-collective/ Jennifer Navarrete - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifernavarrete/ Espree Devora - https://www.linkedin.com/in/espree/ —————————————————————————— Like, Share, and Subscribe for more episodes! Podcast Page - https://www.podpage.com/your-creative...  🦋 Here are my important deets... ↓ My Page 💻 https://sleek.bio/socialbutterflygroup  Positive Vibes Newsletter Curated social media updates, marketing, tools, and tech help along with pep talks! 💌 https://socialbutterflygroup.substack...  Book a session with me! Let's get YOUR 2023 content and social media strategy in place! https://rb.gy/povjt Includes: ✤ 60 min chat with 1 month of email follow-up. ✤ Setting up your accounts for maximum exposure ✤ Create a marketing plan ✤ Learning my best practices for social media, It's YOUR appointment YOU create it! 📆 What do you need and want? Get full access to The Social Butterfly Buzz at socialbutterflygroup.substack.com/subscribe

    14 min

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𝕪𝕠𝕦𝕣 𝕔𝕣𝕖𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕧𝕖 𝔾𝗣𝕊 is where I share the real stuff that helps me keep moving forward as a multi-hyphenate creative. It’s not just about social media or auditions, or gigs, or writing, or travel. It’s about the whole messy, beautiful mix of creativity and living life. Some weeks you’ll hear a pep talk, other weeks I’ll share lessons from my own wins (and those and the bumps in the road). My hope is that each episode helps you feel less alone and just a bit clearer on your own path... wherever that compass is pointing. 🦋 socialbutterflygroup.substack.com