Eddie Blackmon: Connection is Key

Good People, Today I had the pleasure of speaking with Eddie Blackmon, a talent manager, marketing consultant, and CEO at A Shade of Red Entertainment. He manages Grammy-nominated recording artists, develops artist brands, visions, and strategies in all aspects of their careers. Our conversation always came back to one theme: cultivating and maintaining connections with others. We also talk about how essential authenticity is when getting your message out, what it means to be a good marketer, and how to build your legacy. We cover a lot in this episode. So close your eyes, open your ears, and let’s do this. Some Questions I Ask: What makes a good connector? (12:51)What character traits make a great manager and marketer? (22:37)What do talent managers do? (26:11)How can people share their messages with the masses? (27:43)Why are podcasts important? (33:52)In This Episode, You Will Learn: Eddie’s personal and professional truths. (5:38)Why relationships are essential to resilience in business. (13:07)How Eddie maintains his relationships. (19:34)How Eddie worked his way up through the music industry. (22:53)What motivated Eddie to start his podcast. (34:02)Connect with Eddie Blackmon: LinkedInInstagramResources: SuperphoneKobalt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.