Music Growth Talks

MGT141: Musician? Make Money With An Online Course – Jordan Valeriote

Jordan Valeriote talks about the massive opportunity musicians have to supplement their income by selling their own online courses. Learn about the costs involved, how to find out the right niche or to combine your “artist” and “teacher” identities.

MGT140: Mental Wellness & Coping Techniques For The Music Industry – Katie Zaccardi

Katie Zaccardi, a wellness coach for women in music, explains why we have to change our mindset around the “starving musician” stereotype, and shows how you can take care of yourself through time management and a wellness routine.

MGT139: The Artists Who Make It In The New Music Business – Ari Herstand

Ari shares what’s new in the second edition of his best-selling “How To Make It in the New Music Business” book, and provides numerous examples of indie artists who have built successful music careers.

MGT138: Tips From An Indie Artist And Entrepreneur On Songwriting, Essentialism And Life – Steve Welty

San Diego-based singer-songwriter Steve Welty talks on finding your “genius zone,” collaborating with other songwriters, delegating work, becoming comfortable with showing up on socials, and more.

MGT137: Save Your Rage For The Stage – Bif Naked

Bif Naked, the “Princess of Punk”, talks about social media, activism, vulnerability, veganism, embracing limitations, straight edge being a true representation of the DIY ethic, and a lot more.

MGT136: An Ethical Way To Spotify Promotion – Michael Sloane (Streaming Promotions)

From avoiding companies who offer “guaranteed” streams and the differences between third-party and Spotify playlists to how the platform’s algorithm works, and why music will soon be mostly curated by robots.