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Rhythm is a crucial skill to work on - even if you consider yourself as a 'lead' guitarist.
This episode will explain a simple exercise that will help you grow the type of rhythm patterns you feel comfortable playing and help you identify areas you might need to work on.
Check out useful resources and the episode transcript at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-46/
The website includes photos that show how to set up this exercise, so check it out for full details.
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Teaching yourself how to play guitar is so much easier today compared to the past thanks to an abundance of online resources.
This episode will share two useful tips to help you teach yourself more effectively and keep on track with your guitar playing.
The tips may seem simple, but keeping them in your mind will help you avoid common issues or feeling stuck.
Check out useful resources and the episode transcript at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-45/
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Find out what guitar plugins are, why you might want to try them out, and how to get started.
Once you dive into the world of plugins and you find out what they're capable of, you can have a lot of fun with them and your guitar.
This episode will go through the absolute basics of plugins, then check out the guides and tutorials on the website for in-depth information.
Check out useful resources and the episode transcript at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-44/
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Find out how to deal with the criticism you will get at some point as a guitarist.
Knowing what criticism you should ignore and what criticism you should listen to can be tough, so this episode will go through how to deal with it.
Check out useful resources and the episode transcript at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-42/
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This guitar lick challenge will give you four different ways to work on your sense of rhythm and melody. The challenges will also help build your confidence and freedom over the fretboard.
You can work on these challenges whether you're a beginner just getting started learning guitar or you've been playing for years.
Access the resources needed for this challenge and the episode transcript at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-42/
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Find out the main reasons why people burn out on guitar and end up quitting. Knowing the reasons why people quit guitar can help you avoid falling for the same traps.
Anybody can burn out on guitar, whether you're a beginner or you've been playing guitar for years. It's something that creeps up on you, so have a listen to this episode to know what to look out for.
Check out useful resources and the episode transcript at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-41/
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This episode sets a challenge to help you develop your creativity and songwriting skills.
The Cover Song Challenge is a great way to build your understanding of the music you enjoy listening to as well as help you figure out your own unique style of playing.
Check out useful resources and the episode transcript at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-40/
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If you want to grow as a musician, learning another instrument is a great way to do it.
Learning the basics of another instrument helps you improve as a guitarist in ways covered in this episode.
Even if you're intimidated by the thought of learning another instrument, have a listen to this episode to find out why it might be worth the effort.
Check out useful resources and the episode transcript at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-39/
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This episode looks at the one thing you should work on if you want to become a better guitarist.
You've probably seen a lot of videos on YouTube with titles like that, so I don't blame you if it sounds like clickbait.
This episode takes a different approach compared to those videos and you should finish this short episode with a clear idea on what you should work on over the next two weeks.
Check out useful resources and the episode transcript at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-38/
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You may have heard the 10,000 hour rule mentioned when people talk about practicing guitar.
This episode will look at the 10,000 hour rule and why you should ignore it.
Even if you want to become an elite-level guitarist, the 10,000 hour rule isn't something you should focus on. Listen to the episode to find out why.
Check out useful practice resources at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-37/
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Find out how your guitar changes the way you play and shapes your playing style over time.
Understanding how your guitar impacts your playing style will help you become a better guitarist and make sure you're playing on the right type of guitar.
Learn about different types of guitars and hardware options at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-36/
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Over time, your guitar preferences and playing style will gradually change. You may not even notice these changes, but your preferences in a lot of areas will definitely change.
This episode gives you three simple ways you can refresh your guitar playing by highlighting where your preferences may have changed and showing how trying new things can open up your playing.
Try these three suggestions out, then read the resources for each suggestion at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-35/
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If you want to keep your guitar in great performance condition, it will need maintenance over time. This episode will cover 4 ways to regularly maintain and adjust your guitar and why each way matters.
Even if you're intimidated by the thought of adjusting anything on your guitar, you should read the guides mentioned in this episode so you can understand how these adjustments impact how your guitar feels to play.
Read the guides mentioned in the episode at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-34/
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Use these tips and tools to help you learn and master songs faster on guitar. These tips will help you avoid sloppy technique or rushing as you learn new songs.
Check out useful guides and resources at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-33/
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If you ever feel like you don't have any time to practice guitar, this episode is for you.
See how you can find time to practice guitar and how to get more out of your practice sessions. This episode also looks at how you can effectively practice guitar without a guitar in your hands.
Check out useful guides and resources at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-32/
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Find out what guitar scales and modes you might want to learn first and why the answer is different for each guitarist.
If you want to learn scales, this episode will give you an easy way to get started with a lot of helpful resources available on my site.
Check out useful guides and scales resources at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-31/
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Playing lead guitar is a fun way to express yourself on guitar. If you're a beginner it might seem intimidating to play solos and lead parts, but it's something anybody can learn.
Find out the three ways you can improve your lead guitar skills and why you should work on all three ways.
Check out useful tips and resources at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-30/
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Rhythm is a core part of being a guitarist and any work you put in on improving your rhythm skills can have a big impact on your abilities as a guitarist.
Find out the three ways you can improve your rhythm skills on guitar and why you should work on all three ways.
Check out useful tips and resources at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-29/
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If you want to learn to play scales, you may have heard about CAGED or 3NPS.
Both CAGED and 3NPS are very popular systems and guitarists constantly argue about which system is best. Find out in this episode why it's such as debated topic and how to make the right decision for you on which system you should learn (if any).
Check out useful tips and resources at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-28/
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Scales are a core part of music, so it's an area every guitarist should consider working on.
Find out why so many guitarists are put off by the idea of learning scales and how practicing scales doesn't need to be boring.
Check out useful tips and resources at https://guitargearfinder.com/podcast/episode-27/
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