In this video, we talk with an artist named JSTARR. He shares how he thinks about his music as a business. He talks about how to get ahead by being part of a group and always being ready.
The Morning Meetup Song
JSTARR wrote a song for a group called the "Morning Meetup." He says he had a feeling that he needed to finish the song before going to an event. When he was on stage, he played the song and it became the group's special song. This shows how being ready and listening to your gut can lead to good things [00:34].
Find Your Community
JSTARR shows how important it is to be part of a community. When he and his partner joined the Morning Meetup, their goal was to help others. They wanted to give as much as they could. This helped them build strong friendships and business connections. Being a part of a group is a smart way to grow.
A Business Mindset
JSTARR does not just think of himself as an artist. He thinks of himself as a businessperson. He is always networking and looking for ways to add value to others. He is ready to share his talent. He says that his music is a product, and he uses it to serve a group of people, like a podcast or a community [21:36]. He is not scared to miss out on chances because he knows that if he is ready, more will come.
Be Open to Advice
JSTARR learned a big lesson about being coachable. When he was making a song for a new show, David Shans told him to go harder. JSTARR listened and made the song better. This shows that it is important to be open to people helping you. Listening to good advice can help you grow as an artist and keep your relationships strong [27:35].
Summary JSTARR's story teaches us how to be a smart artist. It is about more than just making good music. It is about being part of a community, having a business mindset, and being open to learning from others. By doing these things, you can build a strong and lasting music career.
