How to Embrace the Business Side of Your Music Career Without Feeling Like a Sellout

Many musicians recoil when they think of their artistic career as a business. Do you? It’s understandable if you do. That’s because the word “business,” especially among musicians, can feel like a dirty word. It often represents selling out and sidelining your creativity. But what if the assumptions you’re making about business are actually holding … Read more

Releasing the To-Do List

I’ve always been really attached to my to-do list. It gives me a sense of order in the midst of chaos. It makes me feel organized. It gives me a feeling of control, of having a plan, and of knowing what to do next. My obsession with scheduling and to-do lists started in eighth grade. I … Read more

Redefining First Impressions

We’ve all heard this phrase a million times – “you can only make one first impression.” Yes, we should absolutely think carefully about how we come across to others and attempt to make a positive first impression, especially with people from whom we may want something, whether it’s a job, a second date, or an … Read more