Here's an unexpected resource I came across that has surprising relevance for musicians. It's a short FREE video course on how to reconnect with your body—and this is something that many musicians need help with. What does "Coming home to the body" actually mean? It's...
Here's an embarrassing "life lesson" from my past that I learned from. OUCH. A few years back I was a guest speaker at the Classical Singer Convention. It ended up being a wonderful experience but it sure didn't start out that way. What I mean is that immediately...
If you're a musician here's an important question: Are you also a Mensch? [An upstanding, worthy, honorable adult person regardless of gender identity.] It turns out being a mensch has a lot to do with people wanting to hire you. So, if you want more freelance work?...
It's time for musician coping strategies to reduce anxiety. Take a deep breath and let's acknowledge . . . If you've got anxiety, you're not alone. True confession: I'm no stranger to anxiety, I've had my share of panic attacks. These began back during my grad school...
How well are you dealing with the artist's struggle of the urgent vs. important? In his terrific book Making Your Life as an Artist, Andrew Simonet writes, “Most artists spend the vast majority of their time dealing with immediate problems. The PR package that was...
Welcome to my worst procrastination story: If you’re anything like me, you’ve had stretches when a task on your to-do list refuses to get done. It’s on the list day after day but not getting crossed off. This happened a few years ago: one seemingly simple item on my...
Spoiler alert: this summer will be over before we know it (oouuff!): are you ready to make the most of it? Let's find out: take the Musician's Better Life Quiz. If you're anything like me, you start the summer with grand plans for projects you want to complete, for...
I could write until I’m blue in the face about all the ways in which my signature Beyond Talent Power Group program could help you move your music career forward. Except you might still be thinking, "Yeah, but what's it REALLY like?" So I thought you should hear it...
Today, the real question I want to ask isn't about your music career. Today I want to ask about the bigger picture that you and your music are essential to. Here we are: It's the day we set aside for MLK's legacy. And this week we usher in a new administration....
Last week was a whirlwind—I had a blast connecting with so many inspiring musicians in our 4-day training. Here's a recap of some of the surprising What's Next Roadmap take-aways. And I'd love to hear what hit home for you! Even though 2020 beat us up, I found that ....
