The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew Hitz

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The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew Hitz will help you make more money in the music business. Andrew brings his experience of performing in almost 40 countries over the last two decades to conversations with the most successful musical entrepreneurs in the world to provide actionable advice for anyone trying to succeed in today's ever-changing music industry.

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January 9, 202616 min

TEM322: Why New Year's Resolutions Fail

You can also watch TEM322 on YouTube. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: Why most goals fail, and it's not about discipline or willpower (02:35) The case for only working on one willpower goal at a time (03:15) The concept of mental contrasting and how it will lead to more goals being successfully met (05:15) Why your circle matters and what qualities to look for in the people who surround you (07:00) A story about Katie Ledecky's eighth grade coach and the challenge that shaped her career (07:30) A quote from Katie Ledecky about falling in love with the process rather than the podium (10:20) Links: The newsletter is finally here! Sign up for the Portfolio Career Playbook today and receive Six Avoidable Mistakes Musicians Make on Their Websites, a free email course from TEM Coaching Previous issues of the Portfolio Career Playbook on the TEM Blog TEM Coaching 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 our sessions knowing exactly what your next move should be. Visit temcoaching.com to take control of your career today. Want to help the show? Here's a few ways you can do that! Tell a friend about this episode! My next Apple Podcasts goal is 200 ratings and 75 reviews. Take just a minute to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts to help me get there. Thank you! Subscribe to our new YouTube channel! And finally, a huge thank you to Parker Mouthpieces for providing the hosting for TEM. Produced by Andrew Hitz Show notes for all episodes of TEM including topics discussed, links to all books and websites referenced can be found at: http://www.tem.fm/shownotes

March 5, 20258 min

TEM321: Prince on Striking Gold

You can also watch TEM321 on YouTube. On Today's Episode of The Entrepreneurial Musician: Andrew's take on toxic grind culture and how Prince's actual work ethic was completely different (01:25) Why quitting is great and the real issue is quitting at the wrong time (03:20) A YouTube channel example that illustrates quitting one meter before striking gold (04:10) Why we need to be thoughtful about what we start and have the discipline to see it through (05:00) A second Prince quote about remaining teachable and seeking constructive criticism from smart people (05:50) Why you should only accept criticism from people with expertise in that specific subject matter (06:30) Links: The newsletter is finally here! Sign up for the Portfolio Career Playbook today and receive Six Avoidable Mistakes Musicians Make on Their Websites, a free email course from TEM Coaching Previous issues of the Portfolio Career Playbook on the TEM Blog Join the TEM Patreon Family TEM Coaching 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 our sessions knowing exactly what your next move should be. Visit temcoaching.com to take control of your career today. Want to help the show? Here's a few ways you can do that! Tell a friend about this episode! Want to access exclusive bonus coverage while helping to make more TEM episodes possible? Learn how to support the show, either through becoming a Patreon patron or via a one-time payment, at tem.fm/support My next Apple Podcasts goal is 200 ratings and 75 reviews. Take just a minute to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts to help me get there. Thank you! Subscribe to our new YouTube channel! And finally, a huge thank you to Parker Mouthpieces for providing the hosting for TEM. Produced by Andrew Hitz Show notes for all episodes of TEM including topics discussed, links to all books and websites referenced can be found at: http://www.tem.fm/shownotes

February 25, 202514 min

TEM320: 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 out Using podcasting as an example, Hitz illustrates how different listener preferences (short vs. long intros) appeal to different audience segments The most loyal fans often appreciate unique elements that others might criticize Finding your own style and "leaning in" to it is more important than trying to please everyone Notable Example Hitz shares an anecdote about his previous podcast "The Brass Junkies" with co-host Lance LaDuke: A few listeners complained about long intros before guest interviews Other listeners specifically enjoyed the banter between the hosts and said so The listeners who enjoyed the hosts' personalities became loyal subscribers, not those who only came for specific guests Quote of the Week From Anthony Bourdain: "I'm very proud of the Rome episode of 'No Reservations' because it violated all the conventional wisdom about making television. You're never, ever supposed to do a food or travel show in black and white." Takeaway Message Don't be afraid to break conventions to make your work remarkable. As Hitz concludes: "So shoot in black and white. Or have a long intro. Or start your interview with the hardest question without even saying the title. Just make it remarkable - which of course means worth remarking about."

January 28, 202512 min

TEM319: The Fallacy of Thinking Your Way Into Different Action

Why you need to stop thinking about it and you need to start doing it. Watch 319 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM319 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 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 our session knowing exactly what your next move should be. Visit temcoaching.com to take control of your career today. ----- Want to help the show? Here are a few ways you can do that: 1. Want to access exclusive bonus coverage while helping to make more TEM episodes possible? Join the TEM Patreon family or support the show via a one-time Venmo payment: https://www.tem.fm/support 2. My next Apple Podcasts goal is 200 ratings and 75 reviews. Take just a minute to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts to help me get there. Thank you!

January 23, 202510 min

TEM318: A Year From Now You May Wish You Had Started

The best time to plant a tree is 20 years ago. The second best time is today. Watch 318 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM318 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 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 our session knowing exactly what your next move should be. Visit temcoaching.com to take control of your career today. ----- Want to help the show? Here are a few ways you can do that: 1. Want to access exclusive bonus coverage while helping to make more TEM episodes possible? Join the TEM Patreon family or support the show via a one-time Venmo payment: https://www.tem.fm/support 2. My next Apple Podcasts goal is 200 ratings and 75 reviews. Take just a minute to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts to help me get there. Thank you!

January 15, 202516 min

TEM317: Sitting With Uncertainty Is a Superpower

Why sitting with uncertainty is actually a superpower and a reminder that uncertainty means you are on the right path. Watch 317 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM317 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 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 our session knowing exactly what your next move should be. Visit temcoaching.com to take control of your career today. ----- Want to help the show? Here are a few ways you can do that: 1. Want to access exclusive bonus coverage while helping to make more TEM episodes possible? Join the TEM Patreon family or support the show via a one-time Venmo payment: https://www.tem.fm/support 2. My next Apple Podcasts goal is 200 ratings and 75 reviews. Take just a minute to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts to help me get there. Thank you!

June 4, 202418 min

TEM316: What Is Your Bounceback Rating?

Why setbacks are a good sign and a strategy for keeping the right mindset when you encounter them. Watch 316 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM316 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 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 our session knowing exactly what your next move should be. Visit temcoaching.com to take control of your career today. ----- Want to help the show? Here are a few ways you can do that: 1. Want to access exclusive bonus coverage while helping to make more TEM episodes possible? Join the TEM Patreon family or support the show via a one-time Venmo payment: https://www.tem.fm/support 2. My next Apple Podcasts goal is 200 ratings and 75 reviews. Take just a minute to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts to help me get there. Thank you!

May 28, 202416 min

TEM315: How Bill Walton Gave the World Courage

How the legendary Bill Walton taught the world so much about having the courage to be yourself. Watch 315 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM315 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 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 our session knowing exactly what your next move should be. Visit temcoaching.com to take control of your career today. ----- Want to help the show? Here are a few ways you can do that: 1. Want to access exclusive bonus coverage while helping to make more TEM episodes possible? Join the TEM Patreon family or support the show via a one-time Venmo payment: https://www.tem.fm/support 2. My next Apple Podcasts goal is 200 ratings and 75 reviews. Take just a minute to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts to help me get there. Thank you!

May 18, 202420 min

TEM314: Google Search Is Broken (And What To Do About It)

Google search has been intentionally broken, what this means for musicians, and the only path forward. Watch TEM314 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM314 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 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 our session knowing exactly what your next move should be. Visit temcoaching.com to take control of your career today. ----- Want to help the show? Here are a few ways you can do that: 1. Want to access exclusive bonus coverage while helping to make more TEM episodes possible? Join the TEM Patreon family or support the show via a one-time Venmo payment: https://www.tem.fm/support 2. My next Apple Podcasts goal is 200 ratings and 75 reviews. Take just a minute to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts to help me get there. Thank you!

April 12, 202414 min

TEM313: Marketing is the New Distribution

Because distributing your music around the world is so incredibly inexpensive and almost instantaneous, marketing is the new way to get your music in front of fans and potential fans. Watch TEM313 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM313 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 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 our session knowing exactly what your next move should be. Visit temcoaching.com to take control of your career today. ----- Want to help the show? Here are a few ways you can do that: 1. Want to access exclusive bonus coverage while helping to make more TEM episodes possible? Join the TEM Patreon family or support the show via a one-time Venmo payment: https://www.tem.fm/support 2. My next Apple Podcasts goal is 200 ratings and 75 reviews. Take just a minute to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts to help me get there. Thank you!