In this episode of The Full-Time Function Musician Podcast, I sit down with award-winning wedding and events musician Ellen Blane to talk about her leap from corporate recruitment into a thriving full-time music career.Ellen shares how she prepared for the transition, the strategies she used to land bookings fast, and why investing in professional content was the game-changer for her business. We dive into the power of social media, booking platforms like Encore, using paid ads to “turn the tap on” for enquiries, and how to stand out in a competitive wedding industry. This is an inspiring listen for anyone ready to take the leap!   Connect with Ellen @ellenblane www.ellenblane.co.uk   This episode is brought to you by Acoustic Backs And Tracks, your go-to source for premium acoustic backing tracks that sound and feel like the real deal. Whether you’re performing at weddings, recording content, or just practising at home, it’s like having a professional band right there with you. Their tracks are recorded by top session musicians, with real instruments and real emotion - no lifeless MIDI here! Need something custom? They’ve got you covered. From key changes and mashups to exclusive tracks made just for you. Plus, their customer support is fast, friendly, and actually understands musicians. No task is too big for them! And here’s the best part - listeners of The Full-Time Function Musician Podcast get 10% off on their first order. Just head to www.acousticbacksandtracks.com and use the code FUNCTION10 at checkout.   @acousticbacksandtracks   Boost Your Bookings: 7 Essential Marketing Strategies for Function Musicians Get Your Free Guide Here - www.infocusrecordingcompany.co.uk/marketingguide   @thefulltimefunctionmusician   feedback@thefulltimefunctionmusician.co.uk   www.infocusrecordingcompany.co.uk @infocusrecordingco