Some people blame the weak economy, but I mainly fault music faculty for failing to incorporate entrepreneurship education into their curricula.

Here, then, is a snapshot of 8 ways that aspiring musicians can equip themselves to earn good livings from their art.

1. Learn About the Music Business
We can’t expect to forge sustainable careers unless we have a basic understanding of our industry. To that end, we should read about the music business, be aware of the diverse roles that professional musicians fill, and know the fundamentals of how non-profit and for-profit music businesses operate. Then, we can discern ways to present concerts and otherwise sell our work.

2. Acquire Professional Know-How
As soon as we discover aspects of the music industry that appeal to us, we can begin acquiring professional know-how. For instance, young musicians can shadow or assist professionals, intern for arts organizations, and enroll in the likes of grant-writ ... Read more »

If you don't have all the skills listed below, do not get frustrated or scared, we can help you. Most entrepreneurs develop the skills that they need for the business opportunity that they are building. We can help you to learn what you need.

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Self Motivation - This is the most important skill of any entrepreneur. It's the ability to wake up in the morning and start working. Sounds simple but if you don't do this you can literally waste away the day doing things that have no benefit to your business. Even though you may not have liked them, your bosses told you what needed to be done. Now as an entrepreneur, you are the one that has to know what needs to be done and take action to get it done. Many first time entrepreneurs spend their day's talking on the phone, filing and making binders or documents for clients that don't even exist yet.

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