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EPISODE · Mar 23, 2026 · 35 MIN

Chris Fletcher on Starting a Career in Music and What Most Artists Don’t Understand | Part 1

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Before you grow your music career, you need to know where you really stand.In this episode of Backstage Money, Jason K. Powers sits down with Chris Fletcher, founder of MusicBizMentors.com, artist development coach, and longtime music business instructor at Musicians Institute.Chris shares how she got started helping artists, how she built her career in music business and education, and why musicians need to honestly assess their songs, skills, and business habits before trying to level up.This conversation covers:How Chris Fletcher got started in artist developmentWhat “baby bands” need most early onHow to tell whether you’re a beginner, intermediate, or advanced artistWhy releasing music matters more than chasing perfectionWhy musicians still need an email listHow consistent small actions build momentum over timeWhy creating and business growth go hand in handIf you’re trying to get more serious about your music career, this episode will help you think more clearly about your next steps.Learn More About Chris FletcherMusicBizMentors.comBackstage MoneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/backstagemoney Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/backstagemoeny Free Financial Resource for Musicians Get the free ebook A Musician’s Guide to Infinite Banking at https://1024wealth.com/music

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