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The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM321: Prince on Striking GoldYou can also watch TEM321 on YouTube. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: In this episode, Andrew Hitz shares insights inspired by two quotes from the legendary musician Prince. He examines Prince's perspective on perseverance, the creative process, and the importance of receiving constructive criticism from the right sources. Key Points Prince's first quote addresses perseverance: "The grind is real. There are no shortcuts. But what's the alternative? Don't quit one meter before you strike gold. Keep moving forward and creating the life of your dreams." Hitz distinguishes between Prince's authentic...
2025-03-0508 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM320: You Know What They Say About Opinions...You can also watch TEM320 on YouTube. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: In this episode, Andrew Hitz discusses the challenge of receiving well-intentioned but potentially misguided advice when starting new projects. He explores how people often present their personal preferences as universal truths and explains why standing out by going against conventional wisdom can be crucial for success. Key Points People frequently offer advice based on their personal preferences rather than objective insights Even when conventional wisdom is correct, following it exactly makes it difficult to stand...
2025-02-2514 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM247: What procrastination actually isTEM247: What procrastination actually is And the lies we tell ourselves to avoid some uncomfortable truths. Head over to tem.fm for the TEM247 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to actually finish anything? Let TEM Coaching design you a personalized plan to help give you clarity on which things to work on and which to put on hold. I promise you will leave...
2022-01-1809 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM246: Getting others to market for you without askingTEM246: Getting others to market for you without asking The key to getting people to spread the word on your behalf (and better than you could ever do it!) Head over to tem.fm for the TEM246 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to actually finish anything? Let TEM Coaching design you a personalized plan to help give you clarity on which things to...
2022-01-1113 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM245: Be kind to yourselfTEM245: Be kind to yourself The three-letter word that can fundamentally change your thinking and help you to be kind to yourself. Head over to tem.fm for the TEM245 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to actually finish anything? Let TEM Coaching design you a personalized plan to help give you clarity on which things to work on and which to put on...
2021-12-0909 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM244: The most dangerous step of the creative processTEM244: The most dangerous step of the creative process How shifting one simple question can give you the courage to share your work with the world. Head over to tem.fm for the TEM244 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Is your music kicking ass but your music career is not? Let TEM Coaching design you a personalized plan to level up the skills needed to take control of your career. Book a free call today!
2021-11-1910 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM243: Plan on your plan changingTEM243: Plan on your plan changing A reminder from Simon Sinek that you need to plan on your plan changing. Head over to tem.fm for the TEM243 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Is your music kicking ass but your music career is not? Let TEM Coaching design you a personalized plan to level up the skills needed to take control of your career. Book a free call today! ----- Want to...
2021-11-1310 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM242: Stop researching and start doingTEM242: Stop researching and start doing Why sometimes you just have to start doing because you'll never have all of the information. Head over to tem.fm for the TEM242 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Is your music kicking ass but your music career is not? Let TEM Coaching design you a personalized plan to level up the skills needed to take control of your career. Book a free call today! ----- ...
2021-11-0407 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM241: Emily WhiteTEM241: Emily White Emily White is an organizer, music industry veteran and author of How to Build a Sustainable Music Career and Collect All Revenue Streams. Head over to tem.fm for the TEM241 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Is your music kicking ass but your music career is not? Let TEM Coaching design you a personalized plan to level up the skills needed to take control of your career. Book a free call today!
2021-10-2628 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM240: YouTube and TikTok star Christopher BillTEM240: YouTube and TikTok star Christopher Bill Christopher Bill is the most subscribed brass player in the world on YouTube and has over 3 million likes on TikTok. Head over to tem.fm for the TEM240 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. Want to help the show? Here's a couple of ways you can do that! 1. Want to access exclusive bonus coverage while helping to make more TEM episodes possible? Become a Patreon patron today to support the show...
2021-09-301h 01
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM239: The danger of feeling productiveTEM239: The danger of feeling productive Why feeling productive without a system in place to determine whether you are working on the right things can actually trick you into thinking you're getting a lot done. Head over to tem.fm for the TEM239 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. Don't miss the Brass Career Intensive October 9th + 10th! Find out more at brasscareerintensive.com. Want to help the show? Here's a couple of ways you can do...
2021-09-2311 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM238: Jon Bisesi on creative hours, surrounding yourself with talented people and battling the resistance inside of us allTEM238: Jon Bisesi on creative hours, surrounding yourself with talented people and battling the resistance inside of us allJon Bisesi is a composer, arranger, published author and percussionist for The President's Own Marine Band. Jon Bisesi is a composer, arranger, published author and percussionist for The President's Own Marine Band. Head over to tem.fm for the TEM238 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. Want to help the show? Here's a couple of ways you can do that! 1...
2021-09-1652 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM237: The magic of demonstrated expertiseTEM237: The magic of demonstrated expertise Why demonstrated expertise over a prolonged period of time is the best way to stand out to potential customers. Head over to tem.fm for the TEM237 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. Want to help the show? Here's a couple of ways you can do that! 1. Want to access exclusive bonus coverage while helping me get to my next goal of $100 per episode on Patreon by becoming a patron today: h...
2021-09-0808 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM236: Your clean slateTEM236: Your clean slate Why having a clean slate can be so terrifying and why the most important thing of all is experiencing success on your owns terms. Head over to tem.fm for the TEM236 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. Want to help the show? Here's a couple of ways you can do that! 1. Want to access exclusive bonus coverage while helping me get to my next goal of $100 per episode on Patreon by becoming a...
2021-08-0107 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM235: Is your networking proactive?TEM235: Is your networking proactive? Why you need a proactive strategy when it comes to networking and a trap that's easy to fall into even when you are working hard. Including an excerpt from my upcoming book! Head over to tem.fm for the TEM235 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. Want to help the show? Here's a couple of ways you can do that! 1. Want to access exclusive bonus coverage while helping me...
2021-07-1508 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM234: Convince the converted (plus an excerpt from my upcoming book!)TEM234: Convince the converted Why you should always focus on convincing the converted that you are the best option rather than working to change the world view of the unconverted. Plus an excerpt from my upcoming book! Head over to tem.fm for the TEM234 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. Want to help the show? Here's a couple of ways you can do that! 1. Want to access exclusive bonus coverage while helping me get...
2021-07-0711 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM232: Don't look for growthTEM232: Don't look for growth Why growth is simply the byproduct of continuing to show up every day. Head over to tem.fm for the TEM232 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. Want to help the show? Here's a few ways you can do that! 1. Share an episode with a friend! Want to access exclusive bonus coverage while helping me get to my next goal of $100 per episode on Patreon by becoming a patron today: https://w...
2021-05-0208 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM231: The courage to be uniqueTEM231: The courage to be unique Why making art that stands out takes so much courage. Head over to tem.fm for the TEM231 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. Want to help the show? Here's a couple of ways you can do that! 1. Want to access exclusive bonus coverage while helping me get to my next goal of $100 per episode on Patreon by becoming a patron today: https://www.patreon.com/tempodcast 2. My next Apple P...
2021-04-0415 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM212: The challenge of standing out online and the importance of community building: A conversation with Lance LaDukeTEM212: The challenge of standing out online and the importance of community building: A conversation with Lance LaDuke Lance LaDuke, my partner at Pedal Note Media, joined me as a guest speaker for one of the music business classes I teach at Shenandoah Conservatory. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: How the world and music business might be different on the other side of this pandemic Now that Acapella App-style videos are ubiquitous, how do you stand out with recording yourself? The old performance models will come back in some form but in...
2020-06-0153 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM211: Listen to your gut... then jumpTEM211: Trust your gut... then jump A quote from Amanda Gookin inspired this episode about trusting your gut, jumping and then learning how to swim. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: A wonderful quote from Amanda Gookin How we at Pedal Note Media used her wisdom to jump in head first when launching the Brass Junkies Academy Why we all must remember that if there was a clear map forward the thing we're thinking about doing would have already been done many times before Links: TEM206: Amanda Gookin Brass Junkies Academy...
2020-05-2611 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM209: If you had to charge 10 times as muchTEM209: If you had to charge 10 times as much This episode is all about what you would offer if you had to charge 10x as much for your art. TEM has a brand new website! Drop by tem.fm and say hello! On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: Seth Godin on the thought exercise of charging 10x as much for your product or services The two main lessons I take away from this exercise Want to help the show? Here's a couple of ways you can do that! 1...
2020-04-1508 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM208: Own your own timelineTEM208: Own your own timeline This episode is about working at your own pace and being okay with that. TEM has a brand new website! Drop by tem.fm and say hello! On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: Owning your own timeline and specifically what that means in this pandemic Being okay with not producing too much art if that's not where your head is at right now Patreon bonus material is going to be recorded live for the time being as a chance for my patrons to hang with me...
2020-04-0816 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM207: Finding balance in these confusing timesTEM207: Finding balance in these confusing times This episode of TEM is all about giving ourselves the space to find balance in this new and ever-shifting reality. TEM has a brand new website! Drop by tem.fm and say hello! On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: Allowing myself the space to find my personal creative rhythm during this international crisis Being patient and kind to myself under stress Putting the needs of my family in front of my desire to get things done Having to make space for things like TEM...
2020-03-2420 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM206: Amanda Gookin on jumping first and making art that is unabashedly outspokenTEM206: Amanda Gookin on jumping first and making art that is unabashedly outspoken Amanda Gookin is a New York City-based cellist, entrepreneur and activist. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: Amanda's motto: "Jump first and learn to swim later" The value of considering things carefully but when the time comes taking action quickly and decisively Why being blissfully naive as a young person was beneficial to her creativity How the idea for another project that didn't quite happen as originally planned led to the creation of PUBLIQuartet The balancing act of having a...
2020-03-1158 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM205: Recalibrating your defintion of success (TEM Short)TEM205: Recalibrating your defintion of success (TEM Short) The importance of regularly making time to recalibrate your own personal definition of success for yourself. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: A reminder that we shouldn't outsource our own definition of success The importance of making the time to recalibrate that definition from time to time The value of getting an outside voice to help us get the "30,000 foot view" of ourselves and our career Want to help the show? Here's a couple of ways you can do that! 1. Want to...
2020-02-2006 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM204: Why you're probably not charging enoughTEM204: Why you're probably not charging enough The two reasons why you're probably not charging enough. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: Valuing your own time enough when considering pricing The story that pricing tells our customers and potential customers If no one thinks you are too expensive, you aren't charging enough Want to help the show? Here's a couple of ways you can do that! 1. Hear extra TEM episodes including bonus episodes with every guest while helping me get to my next goal of $100 per episode on Patreon by...
2020-02-1315 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM203: The old ceiling is the new floorTEM203: The old ceiling is the new floor What used to be good enough to succeed in music in now simply the cost of admission. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: Why incredible technique doesn't equate to success nearly as much as it used to Insights from a concert presenter Why we need to recalibrate our efforts to improve at our craft in order to maximize our traction in today's music business Want to help the show? Here's a couple of ways you can do that! 1. Hear extra TEM episodes...
2020-01-2312 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM202: Bandsintown CEO Fabrice Sergent on connecting artists to fans and the value of learning from othersTEM202: Bandsintown CEO Fabrice Sergent on connecting artists to fans and the value of learning from others Fabrice Sergent is the CEO and cofounder of Bandsintown. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: The rebranding of Bandsintown for Artists and the features available to artists for free Bandsintown as a discovery engine and why that's so important for both artists and fans The importance of network effect in a platform when looking to scale something The value of learning from others and being curious Utilizing tools that help artists automate things like updating t...
2020-01-0927 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM201: Simply get going (TEM Short)TEM201: Simply get going (TEM Short) This TEM Short is a call to action for 2020 inspired by a quote from Angela Beeching. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: A quote from Angela Beeching that has me fired up A call to action for 2020 Links: TEM200: Angela Beeching Want to help the show? Here's a couple of ways you can do that! 1. Hear extra TEM episodes including bonus episodes with every guest while helping me get to my next goal of $100 per episode on Patreon by becoming a patron...
2019-12-3007 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM200: Angela Beeching on claiming your artistry and getting over the fear of asking for helpTEM200: Angela Beeching on claiming your artistry and getting over the fear of asking for help Angela Beeching is the author of Beyond Talent and a music business coach and consultant. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: Scarcity thinking and the constant urge to prove ourselves The value in spending money to get a music business coach A specific process that enables you to write a bio that truly resonates with people Why sharing your art is actually caring about the people meant to encounter that art You're never ready - just take...
2019-12-1640 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM199: Thank youTEM199: Thank you A heartfelt thank you and a look back on the last 100 episodes of TEM. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: A huge thank you to everyone who has supported the show in any way and enabled me to get to 200 episodes Lessons learned from a handful of conversations that have occurred since TEM100 The cost of not being yourself Using thoroughly researched methods Finding your own personal creative rhythm Giving yourself permission to pursue the passions in your life that you've been putting off The importance of getting the right...
2019-12-0330 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM198: 40,000 songs a day (TEM Short)TEM198: 40,000 songs a day (TEM Short) Some quick thoughts on a stunning statistic. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: The insane statistic that Ari Herstand shared in TEM197 What this statistic means for all of us Once we make amazing the work is not done A quote from the future! Links: TEM197: Ari Herstand Want to help the show? Here's a couple of ways you can do that! 1. Hear an extra TEM episode every single week while helping me get to my next goal of $100 per episode on...
2019-11-2606 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM197: The democratization of the new music business and polite persistence - A conversation with Ari HerstandTEM197: The democratization of the new music business and polite persistence - A conversation with Ari Herstand Ari Herstand is a musician in Los Angeles and the author of How to Make It in the New Music Business. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: The swell of "middle class" musicians in the new music business Vulfpeck has no label and no manager and yet just sold out Madison Square Garden The old music business had one way to succeed - the new music business has 100 ways you can make a career happen The...
2019-11-2336 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM196: Why Starbucks isn't overpricedTEM196: Why Starbucks isn't overpriced Why I don't think Starbucks is overpriced even though I'm not a fan of their coffee. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: How Starbucks sells more than just coffee Why artists must think about the entire experience we are offering rather than just the art in a vacuum A reminder that not everyone will sign up for the experience you are offering What we as artists can learn from a world-class restaurant Links: TEM Extra: Episode 10 - A bonus episode with Mark G. Meadows discussing the...
2019-11-1616 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM195: I've never heard of you (and that's not a problem)TEM195: I've never heard of you (and that's not a problem) Why we shouldn't sweat it when someone who is our ideal potential customer has never heard of us. ***Let me help you connect with more fans and make more money in the music business. Get a free consultation from TEM Coaching today*** On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: The reminder I received last week that you no one has heard of everything Why we can't spend a lot of energy worrying about people having heard of us or our art...
2019-11-0712 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM194: It's all about engagementTEM194: It's all about engagement Whether it's prospective clients or already converted true fans, it's all about engagement. ***Let me help you connect with more fans and make more money in the music business. Get a free consultation from TEM Coaching today*** On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: Why engagement is more important in today's music business than ever before Remarkable examples of audience engagement from Time for Three, Travelin' Light and Phish True fan engagement at its best courtesy of Taylor Swift and Umphrey's McGee How to engage with prospective...
2019-10-3120 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM193: Finding your five adjectives and the power of outsourcing - A conversation with acclaimed artist Mark G. Meadows TEM193: Finding your five adjectives and the power of outsourcing - A conversation with acclaimed artist Mark G. Meadows Mark G. Meadows is a musician, actor and teacher based in the Washington DC area and my colleague at Shenandoah Conservatory. ----- Did you know there are two episodes of TEM every single week? TEM Extra is a weekly episode available exclusively to patrons of the show. On Last Week's TEM Extra: Why most people will be against you whenever you try to change the culture somewhere One hell of a...
2019-10-2451 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM192: Don't let technology use you - A conversation on productivity with Lance LaDukeTEM192: Don't let technology use you - A conversation on productivity with Lance LaDuke For this week's episode I am joined by my Pedal Note Media partner, Lance LaDuke, for a conversation on technology and productivity. ----- Did you know there are two episodes of TEM every single week? TEM Extra is a weekly episode available exclusively to patrons of the show. On Last Week's TEM Extra: A tweet by Dan Hockenmaier that exaggerates a point about how passion isn't everything but still hits on something incredibly important Making art...
2019-10-1749 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM191: Keep askingTEM191: Keep asking Sometimes all you have to do is keep asking. Or do you? Did you know there are two episodes of TEM every single week? TEM Extra is a weekly episode available exclusively to patrons of the show. On Last Week's TEM Extra: The list of traits Gary Vauynerchuk values more than skills The most important things to look for in a business partner A reminder from Eunbi Kim on the importance of contracts and planning for worst case scenarios Putting my money where my mouth is (in regards to...
2019-10-1020 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM190: Dont fit inTEM190: Dont fit in A series of questions to ask yourself to make sure your art isn't fitting in. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: In today's music business, fitting in is the kiss of death A series of questions to ask yourself to make sure your art isn't fitting in Want to help the show? Here's a couple of ways you can do that! 1. Help me get to my next goal of $100 per episode on Patreon by pledging as little as $1 per episode to support the show: https://www.p...
2019-10-0309 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM188: Don't go wide (TEM Short)TEM188: Don't go wide (TEM Short) A TEM Short on resisting the urge to go wide with your art. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: Resisting the urge to go wide Why doing so is a form of hiding Want to help the show? Here's a couple of ways you can do that! 1. Help me get to my next goal of $100 per episode on Patreon by pledging as little as $1 per episode to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/tempodcast. 2. My next iTunes goal is 150 ratings and 75 r...
2019-09-1705 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM187: Evolving your organization to increase your impact and being flexible as an entrepreneur - A conversation with David Reynolds, Jr. TEM187: Evolving your organization to increase your impact and being flexible as an entrepreneur - A conversation with David Reynolds, Jr. David Reynolds Jr. is a music educator in Fairfax County, Virginia and the founder of Vienna Jammers. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: How the Vienna Jammers got their start Why they needed to officially separate from Fairfax County Public Schools in order to grow the project The decision to form a nonprofit in 2012 and the reasons behind it Acquiring skills to further your mission (whether that is strategic planning f...
2019-09-101h 10
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM186: The key is showing up (TEM Short)TEM186: The key is showing up (TEM Short) The key to doing anything well is simply continuing to show up. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: The benefits you get when you continue to show up Making a commitment and honoring it Links: TEM134: The Dip by Seth Godin (TEM Book Report) Seth Godin's Blog Want to help the show? Here's a couple of ways you can do that! 1. Help me get to my next goal of $100 per episode on Patreon by pledging as little as $1 per episode...
2019-09-0308 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzBeing a published composer while still a middle school student and resisting the expectations of others to blaze your own path - A conversation with composer Tyler S. GrantTEM185: Becoming a published composer while still in middle school and resisting the expectations of others in order to blaze your own path - A conversation with composer Tyler S. Grant Tyler S. Grant is a composer, conductor and music educator based in Alabama. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: The business reason behind adding a middle initial to his name How he ended up meeting and working with his mentor, Brian Balmages The many things Brian has taught him including how to balance your career with the rest of your life There...
2019-08-2758 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM184: If she could do it, you can tooTEM184: If she could do it, you can too You might not be too busy. It might just be an issue of priorities. An episode inspired by the incredible Toni Morrison. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: The incredible story of how Toni Morrison didn't get published until she was a 39-year-old single mother The story we frequently tell ourselves (we're too "busy") when it's actually just an issue of priorities Being okay with admitting to yourself that something isn't a top priority Links: Tweet of the Week: Rachel Syme (@rachsyme)
2019-08-2009 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzEmbracing the business elements of music and common mistakes that will tank your career: A conversation with Umphrey's McGee's Joel CumminsTEM183: Embracing the business elements of music and common mistakes that will tank your career: A conversation with Umphrey's McGee's Joel Cummins Joel Cummins is the keyboardist for Umphrey's McGee and the author of The Realist's Guide to a Successful Music Career. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: Joel's brand new book, The Realist's Guide to a Successful Music Career (trust me - it's awesome!) Why we have to embrace the career and business elements of music if we want to have successful and fulfilling careers The Passion Test The importance of finding...
2019-08-1359 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM182: Aligning your priorities and actions for a new year (TEM Short)TEM182: Aligning your priorities and actions for a new year (TEM Short) For many in the music business, September 1st serves as a reset which is a great time to align our goals and actions. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: September 1st marks the start of a new academic year as well as a reset for much of the music business, which serves as an opportunity to make sure our priorities and current actions are in alignment An exercise to bring these into alignment A trick to figure out what your priorities...
2019-08-0609 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM170: Should a project speed up or slow down (TEM Short)TEM170: Should a project speed up or slow down (TEM Short) The danger is getting caught in the middle. What You'll Learn: How to avoid getting caught in the middle on projects The benefits of speeding up a project The benefits of slowing down a project A reminder that time is a zero sum game and any time you are saying yes to anything you are by definition saying no to other things Why we should apply the Pareto Principle to any given project or our portfolio careers in general A great idea...
2019-03-2809 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM169: Thinking of hiring a PR firm? Listen to this first!TEM169: Thinking of hiring a PR firm? Listen to this first! Why so many PR firms are a complete waste of money for musicians. What You’ll Learn: Why you should never subscribe someone to an email list without their permission How many PR firms boast about how many people will receive your pitch when those numbers frequently include people who literally have no use for your product and never possibly could While cold emailing LinkedIn contacts is technically allowed it still isn’t a good idea that will get you any real results How...
2019-03-2115 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM168: Founding a youth orchestra when you're still young enough to play in one: A conversation with Marquise BradleyTEM168: Founding a youth orchestra when you're still young enough to play in one: A conversation with Marquise Bradley Marquise Bradley is the co-founder of the Center City Chamber Orchestra and Principal Clarinetist of the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra. What You'll Learn: Where Marquise and his friends got the idea to start the Center City Chamber Orchestra What gave them the follow-through to execute such a big idea The biggest challenge moving forward for the organization His thoughts on how we can make the classical music concert going experience more inclusive What his reaction was...
2019-02-2543 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM167: It's all about frequency (TEM Short)TEM167: It's all about frequency (TEM Short) "Habits form based on frequency, not time." —James Clear from his new book, Atomic Habits What You'll Learn: The power of identity The benefits of easily attainable goals like doing one push-up a day Why frequency of a habit is much more important than total time spent A lesson we've all learned in the practice room that applies to everything in life Links: Atomic Habits by James Clear Want to help the show? Here's a couple of ways you can do that!...
2019-02-1308 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM166: Booking a $25K tour and building lifelong connections with fans through house concerts: A conversation with Shannon CurtisTEM166: Booking a $25K tour and building lifelong connections with fans through house concerts: A conversation with Shannon Curtis Shannon Curtis is an artist and the author of No Booker, No Bouncer, No Bartender: How I Made $25K On A 2-Month House Concert Tour. What You’ll Learn: How Shannon booked her first ever house concert How she initially used house concerts to fill in dates on her tours which were usually heavier on weekends and lighter during the week Why house concerts lead to meaningful and long-lasting connections with your fans The success of...
2019-02-061h 13
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM163: The many passive income options for musicians and how to figure out which ones are right for you - A conversation with Brent VaartstraTEM163: The many passive income options for musicians and how to figure out which ones are right for you - A conversation with Brent Vaartstra Brent Vaartstra is an entrepreneur, musician and host of the Passive Income Musician Podcast. What You'll Learn: Brent's path through the music business and how he has transitioned to making a full-time living through passive income Why you need a lot more than great credentials to succeed in today's music business How he started his first website and the questions you need to ask yourself before you begin your...
2018-12-1352 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM162: Spotted Online featuring Seth Godin, Dale Trumbore and Bree NobleTEM162: Spotted Online featuring Seth Godin, Dale Trumbore and Bree Noble Spotted Online features thought-provoking articles, podcast episodes and YouTube clips pertaining to all aspects of being a successful musical entrepreneur. Links: Godin: The Race Trumbone: 15 Ways to Be Productive When You're Not Composing Noble: How Musician's Can Avoid Burnout & Still Be Productive TEM144: Evolving career goals and finding your personal creative rhythm - A conversation with composer Dale Trumbore Want to help the show? Here's a couple of ways you can do that! 1. Help me get to my next goal...
2018-12-0420 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM161: Brazilian Blowout Certified SalonTEM161: Brazilian Blowout Certified Salon But what if everyone is certified? ***Today's featured Patreon patron is Keith Bjorklund of Bjorklund Reedworks. Check out that link for an example of an effective website, a really good logo and also a great landing page to announce his 2019 Reed Camp.*** What You'll Learn: When you solve problems for people they will always give you money How Sola Salons solves many problems for hair stylists, the fascinating selling points they use to pitch them and how we as musical entrepreneurs can learn from them Why the...
2018-11-2333 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM160: Music vs. the music business and the seismic shift coming in the industry - A conversation with Matt OestreicherTEM160: Music vs. the music business and the seismic shift coming in the industry - A conversation with Matt Oestreicher Matt Oestreicher is a multi-instrumentalist who is one of the top performers, composers and arrangers in New York City. What You'll Learn: How 2018 is such an empowering time for artists Why Matt doing so many musical things so well is actually a marketing challenge for him Why how we deal with the human error that occurs in live music applies to being an entrepreneur How the people not on the very front of the...
2018-11-061h 11
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM159: Learning without doing (TEM Short)TEM159: Learning without doing (TEM Short) A TEM Short on a Seth Godin blog post that is a call to action. Links: Godin: Learning without doing A *huge* thank you to everyone who went to iTunes and left TEM a rating! I finally made it to my goal of 100 ratings! Want to help the show? Here's a couple of ways you can do that! 1. Help me get to my next goal of $100 per episode on Patreon by pledging as little as $1 per episode to support the show: https://www.p...
2018-10-1803 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM156: Hanging out in the hallway (TEM Short)TEM156: Hanging out in the hallway (TEM Short) We've all heard the phrase "When God closes one door, he opens another." The problem is hanging out in the hallway. The TEM Question of the Week: Have you ever been rejected in your career but it turned out to be a blessing? Join the discussion by heading to http://www.andrewhitz.com/temblog/tem156 and leaving a comment. ***Sign up before October 1st for the brand new TEM Newsletter to be eligible to win a free consultation and also receive a f...
2018-09-1313 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM155: Embracing change and reaching a quarter of a million people every week - A conversation with Suzanne BonaTEM155: Embracing change and reaching a quarter of a million people every week - A conversation with Suzanne Bona Suzanne Bona is the host of Sunday Baroque, a radio show heard by over a quarter of a million people every week on over 200 stations nationwide. The TEM Question of the Week: What skills have you acquired from a non-dream job that you've been able to utilize as an entrepreneur and did you realize those skills might be eventually useful at the time? Join the discussion by heading to http://www.andrewhitz.com/tem155 and...
2018-09-0957 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM154: The Long Game (TEM Short)TEM154: The Long Game (TEM Short) Musicians frequently don't bring the same long game approach to being entrepreneurial as they do to their playing which is a big mistake. Links: Gary Vaynerchuk video on the long game TEM134: The Dip by Seth Godin (TEM Book Report) Want to help the show? Here's a couple of ways you can do that! 1. Help me get to my next goal of $100 per episode on Patreon by pledging as little as $1 per episode to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/tempodcast. 2. My n...
2018-09-0207 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM153: What the hell happened to us?TEM153: What the hell happened to us? Every child is overflowing with creativity. Then we lose it all. So what the hell happened to us and why does it matter as an entrepreneur? *Sign up for the brand new TEM Newsletter and automatically be entered to win a free music business consultation!* Anyone who signs up for the brand new TEM Newsletter between now and October 1st will automatically be entered to win a free 15-minute music business consultation with me. Visit http://www.andrewhitz.com/temnewsletter to sign up today!...
2018-08-2517 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM151: Keeping yourself inspiredTEM151: Keeping yourself inspired Some thoughts on keeping yourself inspired as a musical entrepreneur. What You'll Learn How reading two books on any subject will make you an expert who knows more about that subject than 98% of the world Why seeing live music is so important to me as an entrepreneur The importance of having friends that are smarter than me ***I want to hear from you! Please leave me a comment on the TEM Blog sharing what you do to keep inspired as an entrepreneur. I'll share some of your answers on...
2018-08-1117 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM150: How to 10x your progress and moving on quickly from your bad ideas - A conversation with Modacity's Marc GelfoTEM150: How to 10x your progress and moving on quickly from your bad ideas - A conversation with Modacity's Marc Gelfo Marc Gelfo is the CEO and co-founder of Modacity, I can't believe we made it to 150 episodes together! Thank you to each and every one of you for listening and for giving TEM your attention. I wouldn't have made it past the 10th episode without you! Next stop: 200! What You'll Learn: How Marc used his experiences with cognitive science to approach practicing his horn more ef...
2018-07-301h 00
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM149: Don't blend in!TEM149: Don't blend in! Why you need to double down on the only thing that makes you unique. What You'll Learn: Why the only thing that will ever make you truly unique is you How to get people to consider hiring you to do what you instead of the thousands of other options Why blending in is the worst thing an entrepreneur can ever do A reminder that we're all pretty bad at everything until we do it a bunch How I've attempted to brand TEM interviews a little differently than most podcasts Action...
2018-07-2519 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM148: Spotted Online featuring Sarah Von Bargen, Ramit Sethi and Seth GodinTEM148: Spotted Online featuring Sarah Von Bargen, Ramit Sethi and Seth Godin Spotted Online features thought-provoking articles, podcast episodes and YouTube clips pertaining to all aspects of being a successful musical entrepreneur. Today's featured content: Sarah Von Bargen on sometimes winning the race just because you kept running Ramit Sethi on making excuses Seth Godin on quitting because you're behind Want to help the show? Here's a couple of ways you can do that! 1. Help me get to my goal of $100 per episode on Patreon (only $16 to go!) by pledging as...
2018-07-1914 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM147: Pivot, Persevere or Punt - A conversation with Lance LaDukeTEM147: Pivot, Persevere or Punt - A conversation with Lance LaDuke We all have three options when faced with adversity. The key is figuring out which is the best path forward for any given situation. This week's guest, Lance LaDuke, is my parter at Pedal Note Media, my former colleague with Boston Brass and the co-host of my other podcast, The Brass Junkies. What You'll Learn: The lesson Lance shares with every freshman at Carnegie Mellon right as they walk in the door Why I named it The Entrepreneurial Musician and not...
2018-07-1157 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM146: Solving the right problem plus some thought on Gary Varynerchuk's latest book, Crushing It!TEM146: Solving the right problem plus some thought on Gary Varynerchuk's latest book, Crushing It! Making sure we are attempting to solve the right problem plus thoughts on Gary Vaynerchuk's new book. We are hiring an intern! Visit pedalnotemedia.com/intern to become a part of the Pedal Note Media family. Application deadline is August 1st so apply today! Are you looking for a coach to take your career to the next level? Visit andrewhitz.com/consulting to join the many musicians who have used TEM Consulting to make more money and have a g...
2018-07-0321 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM145: Finding your creative personal rhythm (TEM Short)TEM145: Finding your creative personal rhythm (TEM Short) The importance of finding a creative rhythm that works best for you. Links: TEM144: Evolving career goals and finding your personal creative rhythm - A conversation with composer Dale Trumbore 1. Help me get to my goal of $100 per episode on Patreon (only $19 to go!) by pledging as little as $1 per episode to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/tempodcast. 2. My next iTunes goal is 100 ratings and 75 reviews. Take just a minute to leave a rating and review on iTunes to help me get...
2018-06-2607 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM144: Evolving career goals and finding your personal creative rhythm - A conversation with composer Dale TrumboreTEM144: Evolving career goals and finding your personal creative rhythm - A conversation with composer Dale Trumbore Dale Trumbore is a Los Angeles-based composer, author and teacher. What You'll Learn: The very narrow definition of success Dale had for herself (with a self-imposed age limit!) and why she adapted that definition over time How she moved to LA but deviated from her original plan of becoming a film music composer Why creating your ideal community doesn't necessarily involve where you live any more because you can create that community online if you look in the...
2018-06-1958 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM143: Learning by Doing (TEM Short)TEM143: Learning by Doing (TEM Short) Turns out you can't learn how to play by basketball by reading about how to play basketball. Execute > Expect failure > Learn from it > Execute again Links: TEM142: Successfully launching a nationally acclaimed music institute before you can even legally drink: A conversation with Buddy Deshler 1. Help me get to my goal of $75 per episode on Patreon (only $11 to go!) by pledging as little as $1 per episode to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/tempodcast. 2. My next iTunes goal is 100 ratings and 75 reviews. T...
2018-06-1111 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM142: Successfully launching a nationally acclaimed music institute before you can even legally drink - A conversation with Buddy DeshlerTEM142: Successfully launching a nationally acclaimed music institute before you can even legally drink: A conversation with Buddy Deshler The story behind how Buddy Deshler successfully launched the Fredericksburg Brass Institute at the age of 20 and the lessons he's learned along the way. What You'll Learn: The characteristics that led Buddy to not only have such big ideas but the followthrough to execute them as a 20-year-old Why Buddy built his team based on the people on the team rather than on the specific mission (since that mission can and will change) How the...
2018-06-041h 11
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM141: How to deal with haters in just one sentence (TEM Short)TEM141: How to deal with haters in just one sentence (TEM Short) Some wisdom from Elizabeth Gilbert on dealing with people who criticize your art. Links: Blog Post: Her Best Work is Behind Her Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert 1. Help me get to my goal of $50 per episode on Patreon (only $6 to go!) by pledging as little as $1 per episode to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/tempodcast. 2. My next iTunes goal is 100 ratings and 75 reviews. Take just a minute to leave a rating and review on iTunes to help me...
2018-05-2911 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM140: Outsource this at your own peril (TEM Short)TEM140: Outsource this at your own peril (TEM Short) This is one thing that as an entrepreneur you shouldn't ever fully outsource. Links: TEM139: Why You Should Almost Always Run from Traditional Record Deals - A Conversation with Ryan Kairalla 1. Help me get to my goal of $50 per episode on Patreon (only $6 to go!) by pledging as little as $1 per episode to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/tempodcast. 2. My next iTunes goal is 100 ratings and 75 reviews. Take just a minute to leave a rating and review on iTu...
2018-05-2107 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM139: Why you should almost always run from traditional record deals - A Conversation with Ryan Kairalla TEM139: Why you should almost always run from traditional record deals - A Conversation with Ryan Kairalla Entertainment lawyer Ryan Kairalla explains why it is the most exciting time in history to be a creator of anything and offers some actionable legal advice that all artists need to hear! What You'll Learn: Some of the myths about copyright law Why Ryan’s best clients are the ones who ask a lot of questions (and why you can’t ever truly outsource the legal stuff) What inspired him to write his book, Break the Business Why...
2018-05-141h 06
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM138: My best piece of advice for a new entrepreneurTEM138: My best piece of advice for a new entrepreneur I recently was a guest on the Break the Business Podcast and was asked what advice I would give to a new entrepreneur. This was my answer. Links: Break the Business Podcast Episode 129 featuring Andrew Hitz Working Musician Podcast Episode 52 featuring Andrew Hitz Show notes for all episodes of TEM including topics discussed and links to all books and websites referenced can be found at: http://www.andrewhitz.com/shownotes 1. Help me get to my goal of $50 per episode o...
2018-05-0720 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM137: How "overnight success” David Taylor was named to the 2018 Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe List by working 70-hour weeks for years TEM137: How "overnight success” David Taylor was named to the 2018 Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe List by working 70-hour weeks for years David Taylor is the CEO of Yorkshire Young Sinfonia and was recently named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe list for 2018. What You'll Learn: The hilarious story of how David came to find out he was named to the 2018 Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe list The genesis behind the youth orchestra he founded, Yorkshire Young Sinfonia, and the many ways it is different than any other youth orchestra in the world How it can be really hard to g...
2018-04-191h 05
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM136: Deanna Swoboda QuotesTEM136: Deanna Swoboda Quotes This episode features thoughts on my favorite quotes from the conversation I had with Deanna Swoboda in TEM135. Quotes: "I had designed a program, an assembly program, that could be turned into something that people would be interested in having at their schools. It was a program that music stores and music dealers were interested in collaborating with in terms of recruitment. Sam Pilafian really pushed me to organize that program into a business." "Working in a nonprofit organization gave me skills, business skills…how to organize my thoughts of fo...
2018-04-0927 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM135: Developing an idea into a product you can build a business around - A Conversation with Deanna Swoboda TEM135: Developing an idea into a product you can build a business around - A Conversation with Deanna Swoboda Deanna Swoboda is the creator of Brass Rap, a school assembly program so successful she got rid of her place to live for two full years because she was on the road so much! She is also the Assistant Professor of Tuba and Euphonium at Arizona State University where she also teaches music business and product development classes. What You'll Learn: How a mentor pushed her to turn a school assembly program into a business...
2018-04-021h 08
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM134: The Dip by Seth Godin (TEM Book Report)TEM134: The Dip by Seth Godin (TEM Book Report) A Book Report on one of my favorite Seth Godin books, The Dip. What You'll Learn: Why a famous Vince Lombardi quote is really terrible advice What "The Dip" is and why there are spoils for anyone who can get through to the other side Why it is vital to quit things at the right time (and not at the wrong time or in a panic) Why being the best in the world is the key to success (and what Seth Godin means by 'best...
2018-03-2632 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM132: Gavin Chuck and Michael Clayville of Alarm Will Sound on having conversations with your fans, creative collaborations and sharing meaningful experiences with your audience (TEM Rewind) TEM132: Gavin Chuck and Michael Clayville of Alarm Will Sound on having conversations with your fans, creative collaborations and sharing meaningful experiences with your audience (TEM Rewind) Alarm Will Sound is a 20-piece chamber ensemble that challenges and reshapes musical conventions through performances of music by today's composers. What You'll Learn: How Alarm Will Sound began as a group at Eastman and what has enabled them to survive for so long when most student groups dissolve after college The importance of communication and transparency in any group Why they rely on a Strong Executive...
2018-03-1258 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM131: Jeff Nytch Quotes (TEM Short) TEM131: Jeff Nytch Quotes (TEM Short) This TEM Short features thoughts on my favorite quotes from Jeff Nytch in TEM130. Quotes: “The lesson that I try to share with my students about that is that no educational experience, no thing that you throw yourself into, is ever wasted. Even if it might seem at the time like it's a dead end, or you pursue something for a while, and you say, "Well, I guess that's not what I want to do." It still has intrinsic value, and you'll be amazed at how sometimes things can come ba...
2018-03-0218 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM130: Dr. Jeff Nytch on art and entrepreneurship co-existing, your single most important asset as an artist and his brand new book, The Entrepreneurial MuseTEM130: Dr. Jeff Nytch on art and entrepreneurship co-existing, your single most important asset as an artist and his brand new book, The Entrepreneurial Muse Dr. Jeff Nytch is the Director of the Entrepreneurship Center for Music at the University of Colorado Boulder and the author of the brand new book, The Entrepreneurial Muse: Inspiring Your Career in Classical Music. What You'll Learn: How Jeff had a curiosity about entrepreneurship from a very early age (including opening a “bank” to loan money to his siblings!) Why no educational endeavor is every wasted and how some...
2018-02-271h 04
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM129: Spotted Online featuring Seth Godin, Gary Vaynerchuk and David CutlerTEM129: Spotted Online featuring Seth Godin, Gary Vaynerchuk and David Cutler Spotted Online features thought-provoking articles, podcast episodes and YouTube clips pertaining to all aspects of being a successful musical entrepreneur. Today's Featured Content: "What Do You See?" by Seth Godin "How to Start" by Gary Vaynerchuk "The Mistake That Topples Careers and Industries" by David Cutler Akimbo, a brand new podcast from Seth Godin Show notes for all episodes of TEM including topics discussed, links to all books and websites referenced can be found at: http://www.andrewhitz.com/shownotes...
2018-02-1623 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM128: The one thing you should NEVER outsourceTEM128: The one thing you should NEVER outsource Never, ever let anyone else define what success "should" mean for you. What You'll Learn: Why it is so imperative that we always define success for ourselves How our parents can have a huge impact (not always in a good way!) on what we view as success The pressure, both real and perceived, that colleagues and co-workers put on our views of success and how that can lead to conforming rather than proactively defining it for ourselves Why comparing the online presence of others to our...
2018-02-1219 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM126: Cathy Heller on getting a major record deal yet still failing, being analytical about your approach to the music business and persevering until you close the gapTEM126: Cathy Heller on getting a major record deal yet still failing, being analytical about your approach to the music business and persevering until you close the gap Cathy Heller is a hugely successful singer-songwriter, the owner of Catch the Moon Music and the mother of three children under the age of six (!) living in LA. What You'll Learn: How getting two different major record deals in LA still didn’t lead to any commercial success for Cathy How cycling through “real” jobs for two years helped her realize that she had to be true t...
2018-01-251h 08
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM124: Ranaan Meyer of Time For Three on advice for young musicians, seizing opportunities and why you have to dream big (TEM Rewind) TEM124: Ranaan Meyer of Time For Three on advice for young musicians, seizing opportunities and why you have to dream big (TEM Rewind) Ranaan Meyer is a bass player and founding member of Time for Three, one of the busiest chamber ensembles in the world. TEM Rewind is a new format that will appear sporadically throughout 2018. Some of my favorite interviews were in the very early days of TEM, before many of you were following the show. This conversation with Ranaan is from the very first episode way back in 2015 and is absolute...
2018-01-051h 18
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM123: Chrysanthe Tan Quotes (TEM Short)TEM123: Chrysanthe Tan Quotes (TEM Short) This TEM Short features thoughts on my favorite quotes from Chrysanthe Tan in TEM122. Quotes: "It’s just the cost of not being yourself makes it so not worth it. I mean I can't even imagine advancing in my life and career turning 40, 50, 60, 70, and then realizing how many decades I just wasn't being myself. That's ... I can't imagine that. That sound torturous.” "I grew up either you're going to be a soloist or if you're not good enough you might try to get into an orchestra, but even that...
2017-12-2730 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM122: Chrysanthe Tan on being yourself as an artist, killing it on Patreon and tips for better time management TEM122: Chrysanthe Tan on being yourself as an artist, killing it on Patreon and tips for better time management Chrysanthe Tan is a composer, violinist, poet and entrepreneur based out of LA. ***** Want to make more money in the music business? Contact TEM Coaching for your free consultation today to see if we are a good fit. Find out more at: http://www.andrewhitz.com/coaching ***** What You'll Learn from Chrysanthe in TEM122: Why the cost of being anything other than yourself is never worth it (and how s...
2017-12-141h 03
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM121: Spotted Online featured Jenna Kutcher, Gary Vaynerchuk and Seth GodinSpotted Online features thought-provoking articles, podcast episodes and YouTube clips pertaining to all aspects of being a successful musical entrepreneur. Today's Featured Content: Don't Keep Your Day Job Ep. 47 featuring Jenna Kutcher "How I Decide" by Gary Vaynerchuk "Do They Celebrate on Saturn?" by Seth Godin Show notes for all episodes of TEM including topics discussed, links to all books and websites referenced can be found at: http://www.andrewhitz.com/shownotes Don't miss the debut of the TEM Newsletter! Sign up to receive a free copy of 7 Lessons I Learned from...
2017-12-1123 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM120: Rob Knopper Quotes (TEM Short)TEM120: Rob Knopper Quotes (TEM Short) Rob Knopper is a percussionist with the Metropolitan Opera and the founder of Auditionhacker and Percussionhacker. Quotes: "Going to the Yes and King Crimson concerts, it's really interesting to see the type of thing that hooks in fans. I think about that when I do my website stuff. You look around the audience and everyone's wearing a black T-shirt and they all have an album cover on the front. There's all these little inside jokes among the fans, just different little aspects of things that happen in the...
2017-11-2918 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM119: A heartfelt thank you and the TEM Thanksgiving Challenge TEM119: A heartfelt thank you and the TEM Thanksgiving Challenge This episode is a heartfelt thank you to all of you for supporting TEM plus a challenge for all TEM listeners. Show notes for all episodes of TEM including topics discussed, links to all books and websites referenced can be found at: http://www.andrewhitz.com/shownotes Don't miss the debut of the TEM Newsletter! Sign up to receive a free copy of 7 Lessons Learned from the First 100 Episodes of TEM. 1. Help me get to my goal of $50 per epis...
2017-11-2416 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM117: Influence by Dr. Robert Cialdini (Book Report)A Book Report on the New York Times best selling book "Influence" by Dr. Robert Cialdini. What You'll Learn: The Six Principles of Persuasion, how they apply to a musical entrepreneur and six action steps to utilize each principle The Principle of Reciprocity The Principle of Scarcity The Principle of Authority The Principle of Consistency The Principle of Liking The Principle of Consensus Show notes for all episodes of TEM including topics discussed, links to all books and websites referenced can be found at: http://www.andrewhitz.com/shownotes 1. Help me g...
2017-11-1142 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM116: Kristen Sheridan Quotes (TEM Short)TEM116: Kristen Sheridan Quotes (TEM Short) Kristen Sheridan is the owner of the Sheridan Studio of Music, one of the largest private teaching studios in the Washington, DC area. Quotes: "I sent snail mail letters because it was 2001. I sent snail mail letters with stamps and everything to every middle and high school band director in the county, which there are 23 high schools or something like that, and all the attendant middle schools.” “One of my former teachers did say that his rule of thumb was if you had 10% of your studio empty, then you...
2017-11-0127 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM114: Yuri Cataldo Quotes (TEM Short)TEM114: Yuri Cataldo Quotes (TEM Short) This TEM Short features thoughts on my favorite quotes from Yuri Cataldo in TEM113. Yuri Cataldo, who has had success in many different fields, is the host of the Advance Your Art Podcast. Quotes: "I was surrounded by gobs of actors, and no one wanted to be a designer, so I had access to all the professors all the time because I was the only person who was excited about it." "So, I actually had the idea for the Bottled Water Company on that very depressing...
2017-10-2323 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM112: The One Thing Every Musician Must HaveTEM112: The One Thing Every Musician Must Have Why every musician in 2017 must have a website and some tips on how to make a great one. TEM Consulting is running a limited time offer for TEM listeners. Click here to schedule your free consultation today to see if we are a good fit! What You'll Learn: Why your website is your electronic storefront and why you have to own your own store (and not just rent one on social media) How a website helps you cut through the noise and get found...
2017-10-0738 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM111: Pop-Jazz Duo 23rd Hour Quotes (TEM Short)TEM111: Pop-jazz duo 23rd Hour Quotes (TEM Short) 23rd Hour is a jazz-pop duo comprised of Sherry-Lynn Lee and George Paolini. Quotes: "This is the heart of startup land and when you're doing a startup, and Sherry and I have both been in startups at various times, you try everything. Things that work, you keep doing. Things that don't work, you stop doing. You just have to try them and that's what we're doing." "But we have this trust and we we are on the same page with where we want things to go an...
2017-09-2921 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM110: Jazz-Pop Duo 23rd Hour on Treating Your Band Like a Startup, Pulling Off a Successful Album Launch and How to Rock an Email CampaignTEM110: Jazz-Pop Duo 23rd Hour on treating your band like a startup, pulling off a successful album launch and how to rock an email campaign 23rd Hour is a jazz-pop duo comprised of Sherry-Lynn Lee and George Paolini. What You'll Learn: How this unlikely pair met and ended up working together (Sherry-Lynn had the courage to ask) Why they ended up targeting the wine industry by using the #WineWednesday hashtag (and the many benefits that have come from it) How they treat their band as a startup How they pulled off a successful album r...
2017-09-211h 03
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzSpotted Online Featuring Articles from James Clear, Seth Godin and Daniel PinkSpotted Online is a new TEM episode format featuring thought-provoking articles pertaining to all aspects of being a successful musical entrepreneur. Today's Featured Articles: "Entropy: Why Life Always Seems to Get More Complicated" by James Clear "Did you publish?" by Seth Godin "How to Tap into What Really Motivates You" by Daniel Pink Show notes for all episodes of TEM including topics discussed, links to all books and websites referenced can be found at: http://www.andrewhitz.com/shownotes Don't miss the debut of the TEM Newsletter! Sign up to receive a fre...
2017-09-1517 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzSeth Hanes Quotes (TEM Short)Seth Hanes is a horn player, digital marketer and author of "Break into the Scene: A Musician's Guide to Making Connections, Creating Opportunities, and Launching a Career". This TEM Short features thoughts on my favorite Seth Hanes quotes from TEM 107. Quotes: "The tactics don't dictate the strategy. The strategy should dictate the tactics." "I think the first step that anyone should take, before they do anything...don't make a Facebook page, don't even make a website, don't do anything. The first thing you should do is first figure out what is the product or...
2017-09-0619 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM 64: Andrew Hitz of Pedal Note Media on Leveraging Your Unfair Advantage, Using a Business Model Canvas and Transitioning From One Main Gig to Doing Lots of ThingsThe tables are turned and the host is actually the one interviewed for this episodes of TEM. Andrew is interviewed by his current partner at Pedal Note Media and former colleague with Boston Brass, Lance LaDuke. Show notes for all episodes of TEM including topics discussed, links to all books and websites referenced can be found at: http://www.andrewhitz.com/shownotes Want to help "keep the lights on" and make future episodes of TEM possible? Please visit our Patreon page to see how you can help: https://www.patreon.com/te...
2016-09-291h 20