#178: Breaking the Starving Artist Myth | Thriving in Music Mixing and Mastering with Eliott Glinn

Music Production and Mixing Tips for Beginner Producers and Artists | Inside The Mix

This episode of Inside The Mix breaks down the myths surrounding financial success in the music industry and reveals how aspiring audio professionals can thrive.
My guest, Eliott Glinn, shares invaluable insights on how to start your own music business with a focus on developing a success-driven mindset, mastering content creation, and using smart strategies for client retention. Together, we explore how to create a sustainable music career by balancing creativity with effective business strategies.

Discover the fastest way to generate leads as Eliott dives into practical techniques for building authentic industry relationships, creating impactful content, and standing out in a competitive market.
Whether you're a producer, engineer, or music entrepreneur, this episode provides essential tools to break free from the "starving artist" mindset and transform your passion into a profitable career.

What You'll Learn:
• Challenging the myth of the starving artist
• Importance of a business mindset in music
• Effective lead-generation strategies
• Creating sustainable content that resonates
• Key communication practices for client retention
• Building authentic relationships in the industry
• Navigating competition with collaboration in mind
• Final insights for a thriving music career
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1. Inside the Mix Podcast (00:00:00)

2. Busting the Starving Artist Myth (00:05:03)

3. Navigating Content Creation and Platform Focus (00:14:07)

4. Specialising in Music Mixing and Mastering (00:20:02)

5. Sustainable Content Creation and Client Relationships (00:22:58)

6. Building Client Relationships for Success (00:29:19)

7. Building Client Relationships and Cold Calls (00:32:13)

8. Podcast Review and Giveaway Entry (00:40:19)