The Art of Artist Management with Brandon Gill of Creative Nation I EP 72

In this episode of Well Coached, Chris sits down with Brandon Gill, Senior VP of Management & Records at Creative Nation, for a conversation about artist management, creative leadership, and what it takes to help artists build sustainable careers. Brandon shares insight into the role of a manager as both strategist and steady presence, helping artists navigate the many moving pieces around them, from music and touring to business decisions, team communication, and long-term vision. The conversation explores what it means to serve creative people well, how to balance big-picture thinking with daily execution, and why trust, communication, and alignment matter so much in any successful creative partnership. Whether you are leading a team, managing clients, building a business, or supporting someone else’s vision, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the kind of leadership that helps creative people thrive. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How strong artist management creates alignment between the artist, their team, and the larger career vision Why communication, trust, and consistency are essential when leading creative people How to balance big-picture strategy with the daily details that keep momentum moving What leaders in any industry can learn from the music business about serving talent well