I've become much more business minded. I'm now evaluating each gig and opportunity by calculating my expenses and determining if I will get out of it what I put into it. I am also less inclined to try to please everyone. I understand that if my branding is very focused, there will be a lot of people that love me and hate me at the same time, and that's ok! :)

There are a lot of moving parts to this kind of career that I didn't realize. Doing the course let me see how a music career could look, looking at all opportunities and possible income streams (which I've struggled with for most of my career) and the bigger picture of being a musician in control of my career. Make sure you're ready to put the time and work in, there's no point in doing courses if you're not serious. It was the piece of the puzzle I felt I needed the most. I knew what I wanted to do and how to do it (writing songs and start recording) I just hadn't started that part of the process yet.

I hesitated because of the cost and if this would be an effective addition to my career, but I suggest you do your research and see how the union of both energies would fit into your overall game plan. All the courses had lots of info to act on and I loved interacting with all the people

I highly suggest and recommend for EVERY artist to consider purchasing these BEAUTIFUL courses. They give us guidance, structure, clarity and entrepreneurial education that we NEED to know to help guide us in creating our own substantial careers, branding, legacy and empires!

I had apprehension about having the time to do this since I am in school, working, planning a wedding, planning a move, shooting videos, recording and writing music. I needed a strategy to be able to operate at optimum levels while doing all these many different things to define my brand and streamline my message. I like AEG's depth of knowledge and passion. I felt their heart was in this, they are not just people who takes our money and put us in a program that is really a string to get us to sign on for more. They really went deep with the topics we had. Although I am still making my way through the material having the power of this knowledge will change me and make me more impactful.

Working with AEG got me looking at "me" as a brand in a whole new light, helping me elevate my value and getting me clearer on my vision for the future. At times, it wasn't the easiest of experiences as I was resistant to ​some exercises which later proved to be some of the most valuable and beneficial experiences of our time together. So if you're looking for someone to make you walk through the doorway to success that you have opened for yourself. AEG's the one to help you.

When I contacted Jo-Ná & AE I had no idea how to move forward with my career. I was not making any money...playing a lot of dead-end shows, and having very little success. I felt like I was doing it all for nothing and getting nowhere and not reaching anyone. I think what I was really looking for was direction. Since working with Jo-Ná and AE I am making an extra $780 a month through 2 new revenue streams that are built on my passions and are COMPLETELY FUN! I have a freakin' awesome new website, a new brand and a newsletter that I send out every week. My other favorite thing is my audience, I feel so close to them. They are like my little sisters. If you work with AE be ready to work! And then after you're done, be ready to work even more because you'll be super busy.I am super-duper grateful for the big fat kick in the pants that Jo-Ná gave me!

There was much that I was learning about being an independent artist, mostly by the seat of my pants, but it was one little piece here and a disconnected piece over there. None of it made sense, I felt like a rat in a maze. I admit Jo-Ná and AEG pushed some buttons and I wasn’t thrilled about that, but it was sooooo necessary. And I’m grateful. I came to accept more fully that my vision as an artist is my business and my business is my vision: I am completely responsible for its success…. or failure.As a result of working with Jo-Ná and AEG, Grace Drums, my performance group, had our first Indiegogo campaign and raised $6,100. I produced Grace Drums second annual concert at a 320 seat theater this year up from 117 seats last year. We doubled our attendance! Plus for the first time, we had merchandise! If you really serious about your career as an artist entrepreneur, I’d say work with AE!  It’s a big step and well worth it. If nothing is risked, nothing is gained.

I was stagnating in a way in my career feeling like I was not moving on the right path and needed some help from outside. I actually got more clarity about myself and my music career.

When I first signed on, I doubted whether or not I was even in the right industry. I was jaded and struggling for inspiration. As an independent musician I get bombarded DAILY by people promising to “take me to the next level” in exchange for my cash. I’ve thrown thousands of dollars in promotion and marketing that fell flat. I was honestly afraid that Jo-Na and AE wouldn’t follow through on her promises.Now because of our work together, I have a new website, new brand and I have an ongoing relationship with my fan base now. I have maintained a blog for over a year that I'm extremely proud of.  I went from sending one newsletter every two months to once a week. I was TERRIFIED of doing that – but my fans love it! Whereas I used to receive one or two responses, I now get an average of 15-20 per email and my blogs are "liked" between 150-200 times. People are engaged at shows and they’re excited to hear from me. It’s exciting! Now my writing overflows and I am genuinely excited to get up and do what I do every day.  We laid the groundwork toward what will be an incredible career, more importantly, an incredible life! They are worth every penny.

This is the first time I’ve ever felt empowered and prepared when common questions come up such as: Who are you targeting? What’s your demographic? What kind of music do you do? I used to stutter and stumble out unprepared answers to those questions. Now, I can answer them confidently. I’ve finally gone through the big intimidating wall I had been trying to run around. I’m so happy. Jo-Na & AE went way above and beyond! More than exceeded my expectations.

When I met Jo-Ná, I was struggling with difficulties in prioritizing my work. Jo-Ná and AE has been an incredible inspiration from the get-go and I love working with her. Since I’ve starting work with Jo-Ná and AE I’ve clarified my priorities and been given a great system to use for organizing and scheduling my goals for the year. I didn’t even realize I needed it.  It is a total ‘no-brainer’ to want to work with her. It’s exactly what you need to make sure you truly get things done.I don’t want to imagine my music career and if I’m honest, my life without Jo-Ná and AE.  It’s that simple.

Jo-Ná and AE made me see that I have talent in modeling. I really appreciate her taking the time to hear me out and push me out of my comfort zone to continue submitting my pictures to other magazines. As a result, Curve magazine featured me in one of their articles. I also regained my confidence in continuing to pursue this endeavor. Jo-Ná and AE was amazing! They went above and beyond. I was blown away!

My session allowed me to focus on clear points to much needed objectives. We covered a lot of bases and I left with a clear map of what I needed to focus on to succeed.  I can already see the ROI [return on investment].

Well I have to admit I am a little afraid to come out of hiding. However, it’s time and part of me is very ready. I learned a lot about my long-term goals not something that I would not have learned on my own.

It’s official, I’ve taken the leap! I’ve been trying to bring this vision to life for over 2 years now. Thanks to the fabulous help of AE in under 2 months, it has finally come to life.  Relieve Your Life is on the map! Thank you!

In a short time my fan base has increased, my business is more structured and I am progressing faster than ever before. Jo-Ná and AE has been a blessing in more ways than she knows. Jo-Ná and AE makes everyone feel like they glow.

As a freelance web designer, I struggled with knowing my self-worth for a very long time. I feared the idea of having to place a monetary value on doing something that I loved. Jo-Ná and AE pushed me to see and value the importance of self-worth. After working with Jo-Ná and AE, I increased my revenue by 30%!