18th September 2007 - by Ty Cohen
Benefits of a Mentor in the Music Industry
Mentoring is a connection that is established with a person who
is a specialist in their area. The mentor is always more
experienced than the mentee. The mentor shares their
experiences, and the lessons they have learned.
But the relationship benefits both the mentor and the mentee.
The mentor benefits from the opportunity to strengthen their
leadership skills. The mentee receives career guidance, helpful
advice, connection to music contacts and the opportunity to
prepare for the next level in the music industry.
Think about it, in almost every aspect of life, you will find
mentors, even in independent music. You had one in school,
probably in your family, at jobs and in many other events in
your life. If you are considering your own mentors and I
suggest you should here are some tips to ensure a flourishing
relationship:
What to look for in an awesome music industry
mentor:
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- Amount of proven knowledge in their area of
expertise.
- Are they generous and honest with their
advice?
- How well are their leadership and
communication skills?
- Is the mentor committed to mentoring you in
particular?
- Are they capable of getting to know about you
and your independent music goals?
- How well are they able to recommend steps for
you to take in the music industry?
- Are they able to connect you to contacts in
throughout the music
industry?
How to choose a mentor:
- Pick someone that you feel you
can look up to and truly learn from.
- Choose someone who has a similar career path
or interests.
- Find a couple different mentors or choose one
that is very versatile.
- Pick someone who is willing to invest time in
you and your future.
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I cannot stress to you just how valuable a mentor can be in
your music industry career. You not only gain all types of
music contacts from them, but you use them as a guide for your
independent music career. Respect your mentor and their time.
Make sure you make good use of the time you spend together.
Organize your topics of discussion before you meet or speak so
you have a clear and concise idea of what you need to know.
There are many benefits to a music industry mentorship, for
both parties. The mentee gains the benefit of someone's skill
to help them pilot their career development. Mentors have the
chance to reflect on and add to their careers. Having clear
goals and communicating these will ensure that the experience
is constructive and beneficial. So, find music contacts that
are into mentoring and form a relationship. If nothing else,
you may gain knowledge and perspective that you previously did
not possess.
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Owner of Platinum Millennium publishing, former
record label owner & national music
industry seminar speaker/panelist.
Author/creator of best-selling music biz books,
courses, audio products & "How to"
resources that helped 1000s. Go to http://www.TheIndustryYellowPages.com
for more info on music contacts, music
industry & independent
music.
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