Everything You Need to Forget About the Music Industry (via MusicThinkTank.com)

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Rick Goetz, of MusicThinkTank and MusicianCoaching, writes a truly inspired and informative article that I had to share with my fellow Wiz Kids!  In the article, he talks about the misconception about what it truly takes to be successful (perpetuated by media like “Behind The Music.”  In short, it takes grit (patience, persistence), solid business knowledge, marketing your personal brand, setting goals, building a community, and networking

So Without Further ado here is a link Mr. Goetz’s article.

http://www.musicthinktank.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-forget-about-the-music-industry.html

For more about the author, Mr. Goetz, go to http://rickgoetzconsulting.com/

 

http://www.musicthinktank.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-forget-about-the-music-industry.html

MBWK 2012 Wrap-up

15125014-funny-2013-new-year-s-eve-background-illustration2012 was start of MusicBizWizKids, or as I like to call it – MBWK! So enjoy this look back at some of the posts from this year.

How It All Started

Why Mark Twain Matters

The Pressure to Succeed

How To Build Your Network Part 1 (Part 2) (Part 3)

David Foster’s Priceless Advice for Songwriters

Advice from David Dr. Ford

Must Watch TV: Inventing David Geffen

Why Zig Ziglar Matters Rip 1926-2012

Drumma Boy Interview

Why Most Indie Music Groups and Labels Fail (Part 1) (Part 2)

Why Zig Ziglar Matters (RIP 1926-2012)

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I’m writing this on November 28 and I’m sad to say that a very inspiring and positive figure has passed away. Zig Ziglar passed away today at the age of 86. Many may not know of him, but for those who listened to him speak whether at conventions or on his many incredibly successful audiobooks, Zig Ziglar is, was and will likely be a for a long time – a legend. More than just a ‘motivational speaker’ (Ed. Am I the only one who hates that word), he created an empire that without a doubt positively affected millions to achieve their goals and become masters at what they do.
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