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Is it better to be exclusive with libraries or non exclusive? exclusive master & publishing rights mindset & goals music libraries royalties & money

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How do I maneuver through communication blockades that exist on social media, email, etc.? mindset & goals pitching & licensing research & outreach

If you are doing outreach and continue to hit walls trying to get with a certain person, find other ways to connect with them or people around them. Keep the train going and don't stop reaching out.

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This is answer is from Group Coaching 03/08/22 @ 43min 25sec

How do I maintain consistency and a good work ethic as a sync artist? mindset & goals

You will have to be able to multi-task. Stay organized. Create a schedule. Be intentional with your time.

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This is answer is from Guest Interview 02/18/22 @ 10min 15sec

When pitching my music, should I have stems ready? mindset & goals pitching & licensing

Whenever you're getting ready to pitch, it is a rule of thumb to have your stems ready. You do not need to pitch your stems, but it is always good to have them ready in the case your music is placed.

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You can find this answer on "Group Coaching 02/15/22" @ 18m 12sec

How do I overcome the fear of pitching my music? mindset & goals music supervisors pitching & licensing research & outreach

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When pitching my music, should I have stems ready? mindset & goals pitching & licensing

Whenever you're getting ready to pitch, it is a rule of thumb to have your stems ready. You do not need to pitch your stems, but it is always good to have them ready in the case your music is placed.

Other Resources: Group Coaching 02/15/22 @ 18min 12sec

How can an artist or producer be best positioned when providing music that is to be repped by an agency or music supervisor? licensing agents mindset & goals pitching & licensing

The moment you enter a licensing agreement with an agency or music supervisor, start working on your metadata and deliverables.

Metadata is vital information that you add to enrich the tracks in your library or catalogue. Whilst automated metadata tagging is available, there is no substitute for...

What are music supervisors and agencies listening for when looking for potential music? licensing agents mindset & goals music supervisors pitching & licensing

Originality. Being able to have some level of uniqueness while still incorporating elements that make a song sound like it's ready for sync. The quality of the song has to be consistent with what is being already being used as well.

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Guest Interview 02/02/22 @22m 22sec

How can I find specific producers, composers, and artists that work in sync? mindset & goals songwriting & producing

IMDB is a great tool to see who has worked on what projects. IG and Music credits from DSPs (i.e., Apple Music, Spotify) can provide songwriter and producer credits on popular projects.

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Group Coaching 02/08/22 @1h 26m 9sec

Should I ask questions when presented with a licensing deal? agreements & contracts mindset & goals

I am a big advocate of not being afraid to not asking the question when it is appropriate. If you have specific questions about terms or clauses in a contract, go for it.

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Group Coaching 01/24/22 - 53m 17sec

Should I focus on making one great song? mindset & goals songwriting & producing

Let's not get precious about one song. Our goal should be to create so many songs that we increase our chances of getting placements. I have songs which I thought would get placements that I haven't heard back on. Don't stop creating.

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Group Coaching 01/24/22 - 51m 5sec

Can having "too many" relationships in sync be detrimental to my potential success? mindset & goals pitching & licensing

It is good to get your music out there. I started with non-exclusive stuff. I might take 1 song and give it to 2-3 people and see how it goes. As I began to learn more about this space, it has been ebb and flows. There are times where there were too many and other times where I've felt like I wanted...

Does it matter how I approach sync professionals? mindset & goals music supervisors

If you nurture the relationship going into it rather than going full force, it shows you value this person as opposed it just being transactional. It's important to do your homework. Look at what they may be working on, show that you want to build a working relationship with them. Try to connect wit...

What are some strategies for a label signed artist vs. an independent artist? agreements & contracts mindset & goals pitching & licensing

Unless there is a specific agreement in place, you have a lot of options when it comes to releasing your music.

You can create an alias to release sync music that is a completely different brand than your original artist brand. You also have options when deciding who you want to represent or p

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