Description
It's sometimes hard to put long-range goals into perspective when we're considering the many means of getting to them: touring, social media, list building, licensing, music industry trends, formats of releasing music, etc. but those are all tactics, not sustainable strategies that are scalable. Too often, we glamorize the hustle without thinking about what matters even more: working with purpose.
Today, we'll talk about whether or not it actually is a long way to the top (if you want to rock n' roll) and a better way of getting there.
It seems almost everyone is in Austin right now for SXSW...and that's a good reminder that sometimes it can be beneficial to go against the grain. When trends, movement, or industries all appear to go one in one direction, when is it right for you to do something else that can help you stand out...
Published 03/14/22
If you're thinking about going on tour, you'll want to listen to this episode first.
Resources:
On Merchandise:
Episode 26: How to Calculate Return on Investment from Merchandise
Episode 31: How to Get Better Pricing from Merch Suppliers
On Touring:
Episode 33: 5 Tips That Can Save...
Published 03/07/22