Your Network Makes the Dream Work

Episode 8 of the Intentional Musicianship podcast, hosted by Jeff Price, titled "Your Network Makes the Dream Work" was published on April 24, 2024 and runs 34 minutes.

April 24, 2024 ·34m · Intentional Musicianship

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Episode Description

Today's episode is all about networking and how important it is to grow in this area. We will explore 7 key concepts in the context of what I discovered when I went to a local music Expo. The show may sound like an infomercial, but it's not—it's all about the stories and connections made at this very special local event.

Getting to the stage takes a lot of personal work and effort. Consequently, it takes a lot of support. In the beginning, each of us was probably supported by a special family member and friends. Maybe a local church or a place where you performed regularly, like a community music program. Of course, we had some support from some awesome teachers. And we've developed relationships with friends. As we went to school, we made more friends and colleagues and met more teachers. These relationships start to connect like a big spider web. It makes our world become linked, and it also makes it a very small world.

Key Concepts:

Resource Building
Reputation Enhancement
Collaboration Opportunities
Support System
Professional Development
Visibility
Legacy Building

One of the best parts about being a musician is the people you meet along the way. It doesn't matter if you're a music educator at a local high school or a soloist on tour; it's important to take advantage of those networks because they allow us to amplify our access, inspire others, collaborate, grow, and resonate with new opportunities long into the future.

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