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Music Business Consulting Launch

Let’s face it.

If you’re reading this post, you’re probably a musician or industry professional of some type, just like me.  You can probably attest to the difficulty of it as well as I can: it’s not that easy.  With this industry that constantly changing, tips and tricks rise and fall like tides in the ocean.  It seems like the latest online marketing strategy will only work until everyone jumps on it and marginalizes it’s value.  But there have to be core business strategies that work with and without technology right?

Yes.  There are.  But what are they? I have a bachelor’s degree in business and I wouldn’t say I have a good grasp on the ones that apply to the music industry.  And how are we supposed to know which are lasting, long-term strategies and which are fleeting tips and tricks?

I was asking the same questions until I met Marty Khan.  Marty is a veteran of the music industry, with a specialty in the inner-workings of the business of Jazz.  Through Marty’s teaching and advising, I’ve been able to carve out sound strategies and concept that move me, my musicians, and my organization forward without wasting my time.  But don’t take it from me, there are plenty of others who agree, and most of them are much further along in their careers than I.

Thankfully, Outward Visions has opened the doors to its previously-private consulting program.  Though the program is still limited to a small number of participants and may spawn a small waiting list, the value of personal interaction and attention given to you by Marty will far outweigh any number of consultants who lump you in with their other 1,000 clients.

The consulting program allows for consistent meetings over multiple months in order to shape and revise a creative strategy built on your needs, goals, skills, and advantages.  Additionally, Outward Visions is allowing anyone the option to “test run” a single consulting session for an hourly rate.

Enjoy a more efficient path to career growth, courtesy of Marty Khan and Outward Visions.

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Kyle Wilson
Executive Director of Artist Sync, Inc.
Marketing Director for Outward Visions
Musician
Recording Engineer

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Straight Ahead Advice Blog Launched!

Just when you thought the suggested fire and brimstone from Marty Khan in Khanfrontation was going to rattle your musical career’s cage to a breaking point, along comes the rescue ship of inspiration and advice, the Straight Ahead Advice blog, captained by none other than Marty Khan.

Straight Ahead Advice is determinately being kept separate from Khanfrontation so that it remains true its name: straight ahead, and no bullshit.  Khan wants to ensure readers he is gunning for their success by separating fact from forecast, experience from opinion, and methods from musings.

The first post of Straight Ahead Advice can be read as a direct corollary to the first post of Khanfrontation. While capital ‘C’ Commitment is important, Lester Bowie imparts some profound wisdom on why Committed artists don’t necessarily need to live with constant struggle and self-impediment.  Khan also reveals the true nature of the word ‘compromise’ and how to make the most out of your career as a professional musician.

Don’t forget to use the widget on our sidebar to subscribe to Khanfrontation and Straight Ahead AdviceSubscribers will receive exclusive offers and discounts on OVI products.  Further, purchasers of Straight Ahead: A Comprehensive Guide to the Business of Jazz (Without Sacrificing Dignity or Artistic Integrity) whether in the print or e-book version, will receive an invitation to an online streaming video seminar with Marty where they will have the chance to have their questions answered (regular online-admission price: $10).  In addition to all of that, we will also be sending a coupon to book-purchasers for a half-hour of direct, one-on-one consulting with Marty via Skype for only $25 (regular prices: $40/half hour, $75/hour).

So for $20 you get an eBook worth $100, a free online seminar ticket worth $10, and a $25 credit toward direct consulting.  I’m no mathematician, but that sounds like you just gained $115 in valuable information that will work for you for the rest of your career.

And barbecued shrimp for all,

Kyle

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Khanfrontation Blog Launched

Today marks the official launch of Marty Khan‘s Khanfrontation blog on OutwardVisions.com.  Among its articles, readers will find perplexing inquiries into the state of the industry and the social and spiritual conscious of all musicians on the large scale.  Read at your own risk: musicians may be prompted to reconsider if they are pursuing music half-heartedly or in a worthwhile way at all!  As always, discussion is encouraged, please share your thoughts, agreeing and dissenting.

In conjunction with Khanfrontation, OutwardVisions.com will soon launch a sister blog aimed at picking up the pieces of readers left broken by the harsh words of Khanfrontation.  This new blog, Straight Ahead Advice, is Marty’s way of saying to readers, “It’s not all bad, here are some tips to help you navigate the Path.”  [More on the capital 'P' Path in post #1 of Khanfrontation].

Lastly, make sure you use the widget on our sidebar to subscribe to Khanfrontation. Subscribers will receive exclusive offers and discounts on OVI products.  Further, purchasers of Straight Ahead: A Comprehensive Guide to the Business of Jazz (Without Sacrificing Dignity or Artistic Integrity) whether in the print or e-book version, will receive an invitation to an online streaming video seminar with Marty where they will have the chance to have their questions answered (regular online-admission price: $10).  In addition to all of that, we will also be sending a coupon to book-purchasers for a half-hour of direct, one-on-one consulting with Marty via Skype for only $25 (regular prices: $40/half hour, $75/hour).

With so much additional value packed in there, and the e-book priced at the incredibly low $20, how could you not opt-in?  And don’t forget to subscribe to the blog either!

Stay Committed friends,

Kyle

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