In an industry that often seems to reward ‘overnight success’, is it worth it to perfect your craft,  maintain professional principles, and learn from the best mentors you can find? According to creative entrepreneur, background vocalist and vocal producer Rachel James of Bridge Hooks & Stuff Entertainment, it's more than worth it -  it’s the most valuable thing you could do to ensure you maintain a spot in the rough and tumble role of being a backing vocalist. Noticing a need for a consistent presence in the background vocalist space, she founded Bridge Hooks & Stuff Entertainment in 2009, as a network of professional vocalists that would serve as the  “Go-To” agent for entertainment industry professionals to find singers for their musical endeavors and projects.In this frank and powerful discussion, Rachel reveals how tough love and consistent mentoring helped her earn the valuable respect and reputation needed to sustain a career in the music industry.  In this interview, you will learn: How being trained at an early age affects your outlook on performingHow Rachel struggled figure out professional standards and apply them - both for her self and her clients The mentors that helped her make the shift to being a professional business ownerWhy you might need to stay close to your current position, and when to shift and take a riskThe importance of investing in training development and knowledge How her new event will bring together the biggest names in the industry to help train BGVS and artists the essential tools for success as a background vocalistLearn more about Rachel Bridges, Hooks and Stuff EntertainmentRegister for The Blended Training DayConnect with Rachel on InstagramFollow BHS on InstagramOther Resources: Learn 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! Tap to send us a text! Support the showJoin our Creative Community In our 360 Membership, you get focused encouragement, guidance, and training on how to thrive as a Christian creator. Joining gives you access to our exclusive app, workshops and community conversations, as we change from being creatively confused to creatively confident! GodandGigs.com/membership PODCAST MERCHGet God and Gigs themed gear, clothing and accessories HERE! GOT VALUE FROM THIS PODCAST? If so, please share your: TIME: Send this episode to someone who you know would enjoy it TALENT: Email your art or music to add to our community to allen@godandgigs.com TREASURE: Tap HERE to help support God and Gigs with a donation! Want to be a guest on The God and Gigs Show? Send us a message on PodMatch, here!