The 4 Types of Power You Must Have – for Female Musicians
November 22nd, 2011
Quote of the Day:
“Power gravitates to the person who can used it most effectively to get the desired results”. – Brian Tracy
The Power Twins
Men are not afraid of wielding power and neither should you be. If you want to succeed in your career or any career for that matter, you will need to understand how power works.
Power can be used for:
1. Personal reasons. For instance to gain respect in your career
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Finding Success in Music at Any Stage of Your Life with Jana Seale
June 15th, 2011
We’ve all heard about musicians who started playing at a young age, but Jana Seale proves that you can build a successful music career at any time. After leaving a department store job and a freelance journalism career, she risked everything to go back to school and jumped full-tilt into the music business.
Podcast (audio only): Download (Duration: 46:51 — 41.9MB)
Podcast (video): Download (378.5MB)
The Joy of Taking Risks
June 9th, 2011
Today’s Quote:
“I am always doing that which I cannot do, in order that I may learn how to do it. – Pablo Picasso”
Did you ever notice how men do things impulsively? I have. My older brothers were continually leaping before they looked. I also have one sister, who unlike my brothers was always a lot more cautious in life.
Men definitely dare each other to take chances whereas women tend to be a lot more careful. Call it our maternal instinct or just plain old common sense; we like to take safer roads.
The Other Side Of The Coin
Guys seem to think that it’s better to jump in and figure things out as they go along. This risk-taking mentality can lead to many problems but on the other hand it is an important part of creating opportunities. The key is to take calculated risks, especially when it comes to our careers.
Personally, I like to first get as many facts as I can about a situation before I take any risks with my music career. I observe what works for other musicians and what doesn’t. What have other artists done that has helped them to succeed? I also like to be on the lookout for shortcuts – the ones that have promise and the ones that lead to dead-ends.
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How to Avoid the 7 Deadly Sins when Working with Men
April 18th, 2011
Today’s Quote:
“Many societies have educated their male children on the simple device of teaching them not to be women”. – Margaret Mead
Get Your Act Together
Gigging with guys is a challenge for most female musicians no matter how competent you are. Here is a list of seven things to watch out for when gigging with men.
Acting Like a Guy
This may seem obvious but sometimes guys will try and intimidate us by making us feel like we aren’t “manly” enough. For instance, comments that you can’t carry heavy gear or aren’t technically inclined are remarks designed to make you feel inadequate. Always remember that as a female, you bring our own unique traits to the band, otherwise they wouldn’t want you there in the first place. Right? Continue reading “How to Avoid the 7 Deadly Sins when Working with Men” »
The One-Minute Business Card for Female Musicians
April 10th, 2011
Today’s Quote:
“There are some people who leave impressions not so lasting as the imprint of an oar upon the water.” – Kate Chopin
Many male musicians have mastered the skill of what I call the One-Minute business card. It is the ability to inform others in one minute, who you are, what you have accomplished in your musical career, and what you are presently working on. Oh! And don’t forget to add in all the amazing toys you own!
Never underestimate the power of one conversation and how it can open the door to new opportunities.
STOP Thinking You’re Bragging
So often as women, we mistakenly think we are bragging on ourselves when we talk about our accomplishments. Yes, there are people who do have verbal diarrhea, but I’m not talking about that. I’m talking about making sure that when you are around other musicians, particularly men that you don’t hide the abilities or accomplishments that you have. Continue reading “The One-Minute Business Card for Female Musicians” »
Male vs. Women – Let the Games Begin
March 28th, 2011
Today’s Quote:
“When women are depressed, they eat or go shopping. men invade another country. It’s a whole different way of thinking”. – Elayne Boosler
The other day I read a blog about a woman who said she preferred working with men because they don’t play games. I really had to laugh at this since I felt she was really naïve. We all know that men are extremely competitive. The very word ‘competitive’ gives us the mental picture of sports or pushing to win -which as we know has to do with games!
It’s all Fun and Games
In reality men are always playing games, their games are just different than women’s games. Whereas women often play games that can be considered catty and emotional, men play games to get ahead and to be respected among their peers.
Men know how to play games when it comes to their careers and have been doing it since boyhood.
How does that affect you as a female musician?
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