From Roadies to Rockstar Entrepreneurs: Insights with Craig Duswalt
WHR 3.228: From Roadies to Rockstar Entrepreneurs: Insights with Craig Duswalt
Episode Summary:
In this episode of the Work at Home Rockstar Podcast, Tim Melanson jams with Craig Duswalt, keynote speaker and founder of RockStar Marketing. Craig shares his journey from working backstage with Air Supply and Guns N’ Roses to becoming a marketing powerhouse helping entrepreneurs stand out in their industries. He breaks down how embracing authenticity, leaning into his rock background, and building a mastermind community transformed his career and brand.
Who is Craig Duswalt?
Craig Duswalt is a powerhouse Keynote Speaker, Author, and the visionary behind RockStar Marketing and Rock Your Life. He toured with legendary bands like Guns N’ Roses and Air Supply before launching a marketing empire. With experience as a Creative Director and copywriter, Craig now empowers entrepreneurs to embrace their inner rockstar and market themselves with boldness and authenticity.
Connect with Craig Duswalt:
Website: https://craigduswalt.com
Email: craig@craigduswalt.com
Phone: +1 661-904-7273
Host Contact Details:
Website: https://workathomerockstar.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/workathomerockstar
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workathomerockstar
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timmelanson
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WorkAtHomeRockStarPodcast
Twitter: https://twitter.com/workathomestar
Email: tim@workathomerockstar.com
In this Episode:
00:50 — Craig’s journey from college grad to backstage runner for Air Supply
03:17 — The power of attitude in being noticed and invited to tour
04:15 — Learning from failure: why “Shoestring Budget” branding didn’t sell
10:16 — How masterminds helped Craig transform his brand
14:05 — Rockstar discipline: what Slash and Axl taught Craig about practice
17:11 — Why following your passion trumps everything else
18:58 — Focus: Why you must master one thing before diversifying
21:51 — Why delegation and respecting expertise matter
24:24 — Building fan relationships and authentic branding
29:01 — Repurposing content and ongoing learning
31:34 — Community over competition
33:42 — Craig’s upcoming projects and where to connect
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