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Surrounded by the Northern Rockies' majestic beauty and rugged wilderness, songwriter Michael Shaw worked as a horseman and wilderness ranger in Western Montana for more than a decade. That unpredictable natural landscape\u2014and the isolation that goes along with it\u2014shapes his debut album, \u201cHe Rode On.\u201d\u2028
With a swagger in his vocal and a sharp eye for detail, Shaw brings authenticity to \u201cHe Rode On,\u201d as everything he references on the album\u2014from living off the land to cheating death\u2014is rooted in the truth. Shaw\u2019s captivating songwriting can be directly traced to his own experiences in the West. Yet, his stories are universal, whether he\u2019s delivering a rowdy barroom anthem or a meditative song about losing a loved one.\u2028\u2028
Episode Summary -

We often get carried away with what others have done and try to replicate that in our lives.\u2028
But this can never guarantee success and happiness.

It\u2019s a much better plan to just do what you want to do, something you are passionate about, something which is your inner calling, regardless of what society says and believes.

Success is achieved when you are working from your happy place.

In this episode, Michael Shaw shares his inspiring story of how he chose not to pursue a corporate job in a big city after college, unlike most of his friends, and chose instead to become a horseman and live in the mountains. That choice inspired him to become a songwriter and singer.\u2028
\u201cTo master your craft, you need to appreciate clear and honest feedback from others.\u201d
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Snapshot of the Key Points from the Episode:
[02:42] Michael shares his background story and talks about how he became a singer songwriter.
[11:10] Michael talks about how he navigated from the traditional life to building a life that makes him happy.
[14:40] How has Michael developed his skills as a professional songwriter?
[16:57] The most significant accomplishment of which Michael is most proud.
[20:14] Michael talks about the most difficult time he has faced and how he walked through it.
[28:05] Michael shares his strategies for engaging with your audience.
[30:42] How to utilize social media to get the best results.
[32:30] Michael talks about how he is promoting his new album.
[36:58] What does working from your happy place mean to Michael?
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How to Connect with Michael Shaw:
Website -\xa0https://michaelshawmusic.com/
Facebook -\xa0https://www.facebook.com/michaelshawmontana
Instagram -\xa0https://www.instagram.com/michaelshawmontana/
Youtube -\xa0https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSmagmagvDBXC0b3ahgvbBQ\u2028
Listen to his songs on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/3sE78DCX2WhbxYxjzczb41




About the Host -

Belinda Ellsworth is a Speaker, Trainer, Best-Selling Author, and Podcaster

She has been a professional speaker, mover, and shaker for more than 25 years. Having built three successful companies, she has helped thousands of entrepreneurs make better decisions, create successful systems, and build business strategies using her "Four Pillars of Success" system.

Belinda has always had a passion and zest for life with the skill for turning dreams into reality.\xa0

Over the last 20 years, she has been expertly building her speaking and consulting business, Step Into Success.
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How to Connect with Belinda:
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LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindaellsworth
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Website - www.workfromyourhappyplace.com