The Mind Matters 🧠

As the New Year unfolds, everyone is getting back into the swing of things. The industry is back in office, idea’s & expectations are taking shape and this is the year you're going to get serious about You and Your art.

Diving into New Year energy 🏊‍♂️ let’s harness the momentum with 10 Mindset Tips to help shape your growth strategy for the year ahead.

1. Get Clear 🎯

   Define your goals as an artist by envisioning the impact you aim to make in the industry. Shape a clear vision for your brand and sound, ensuring that your goals authentically align with them.

2. Master your Time 🕰

   Value time as a precious resource — use it wisely. Intentionally structure your days to make creativity a lifestyle. Automate tasks with AI tools such as SymphonyOS for marketing, DALL-E for content, and ChatGPT for copy & concept, freeing up more time for your artistic journey.

   

3. You Can't Outwork The Work 🏃‍♀️

   Your dreams wont work if you don’t. Take decisive action, put in the necessary work, and execute your plans. Small successes serve as the foundation for greater achievements. Build towards your goals, one brick at a time.

4. You have to start somewhere 🏁

   Every expert was once a beginner. When you start taking action, you lay the groundwork for continuous growth. You don't need to release multiple songs a month or have a huge marketing budget, you just need to start. Consider this: start with a small budget to Increase your Music Streams on a past release & gain more exposure to your art.

   

5. Set Goals 🏆

   While achieving every goal isn't guaranteed, moving towards your goals is the crucial first step. Establish clear objectives with actionable items - focus is integral to your creativity. Set goals for each aspect of your career and identify actionable steps to attain them.

6. Cultivate Community 🤝

   Cultivating a strong community of other artists, trusted advisors/mentors, and especially passionate fans is key for both career and creative sustainability. This network gives you motivation, meaning, and the support to keep producing art. Utilize email collection via Pre-Save and Forever-Save features to strengthen your community bond with fans.

   

7. Step Out Of Your Comfort Zone 📦

   Push your boundaries by embracing challenges. While a comfort zone is cozy, it also keeps you in the same spot. What you desire lies beyond your current achievements. Step outside of your comfort zone to reach new levels.

8. Believe In Yourself or No One Will 🦸‍♀️

   Building your career requires showcasing who you are, and no matter how you present yourself, believing in yourself is key. An integral part of your messaging involves convincing your audience to ‘buy in’ to you. Your authenticity is your superpower. If you believe it, they’ll see it and likely buy in too. Enhance your Spotify presence by utilizing IG Reels and Symphony, reaching a broader audience and leaving your mark.

   

9. Don’t Give Up ⭐️

   Stay resilient in the face of challenges. Take your shot. Everyone is called, but few have the courage to take the leap and chase after their dreams.

10. Be Proud of Yourself 💜

    Pause to appreciate how far you’ve come. Recognize where you started and where you are now. Someday, you’ll look back at this moment and appreciate yourself for not giving up.

Your Invitation to: Growing Streams on Autopilot 🚀

In the New Year, we're dedicated to offering you deeper insights on effectively leveraging every tool in your Symphony toolkit to help you make a living from your passion.

Join us Thursday January 18th at 5pm EST for our first Playbook Webinar: Growing Streams on Autopilot, presented by Symphony Playbook experts. We’ll be sharing best practices gathered from a decade of digital marketing experience for artists, with tools for implementation.

In this new series: we will be breaking down Symphony Playbooks — sharing best practices gathered from a decade of digital marketing experience for artists, with tools for implementation.

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Curious about what the Community has to say? 👀 Just a few artists sharing their experiences with Symphony. Your feedback fuels us, and we can't wait to hear more about your journey with the platform 🚀

Until next time 💜