The TopCast: The Official Music Teachers' Podcast

403: Assess, Plan & Execute with Tara Wright: Plan Your Quarter


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Today, we’re continuing the Assess, Plan & Execute series by diving into the next crucial step — planning your quarter. Now that we’ve mapped out the big picture for the year, it’s time to break it down into actionable, manageable goals. I’ll guide you through setting priorities, aligning your schedule with life’s seasons, and focusing on what truly moves your business forward. Let’s get strategic, stay realistic, and set up the next three months for success!
  • The importance of planning quarterly to manage time, money, and goals effectively.
  • Tara emphasized that life seasons impact scheduling, requiring flexibility in goal setting.
  • Why assessing available time is crucial before committing to new projects or goals.
  • How reducing unnecessary tasks, like excessive social media use, can free up time for business growth.
  • She highlighted the need to set revenue goals each quarter and track income sources.
  • The importance of identifying the primary revenue stream to focus on for each quarter.
  • Tara encouraged writing down big dreams and breaking them into small, realistic quarterly goals.
  • She recommended setting no more than three key goals per quarter to stay focused.
  • How goal setting applies to business projects like launching a summer camp, requiring early preparation and marketing.
  • Why batching tasks, such as handling finances on specific days, can improve efficiency.
  • The importance of dedicating regular time blocks to work on long-term business goals.

  • About Tara Wright
    Tara Wright is an Education and Operations Director, Creative Strategist, and Music Educator who helps music educators transform their teaching studios and businesses through innovative strategies, clear processes, and actionable tools. Known for her no-fluff advice, Tara blends creative thinking with real-world solutions to make complex systems simple and effective.
    With over 20 years of teaching experience and 10+ years in operations management, Tara brings expertise in branding, copywriting, and process improvement to the music industry. She has overseen the creation of impactful content, from managing digital media platforms to developing professional training materials. Tara’s work inspires music educators to build thriving studios while balancing creativity with practicality.
    Tara’s certifications include Google Project Management, Google Workspace Administration, and Google E-commerce Marketing. She also holds degrees in photography, music education, genetic engineering, and marketing, which fuel her unique approach to problem-solving and innovation.
    When not optimizing workflows or mentoring teams, Tara raises ostriches, Great Danes, and other two- and four-legged friends on her farm near St. Louis. You’ll often find her taking her Jeep off-road or exploring a new hobby because learning is her ultimate joy. Tara’s advice is grounded in experience and designed to inspire action. Whether it’s simplifying studio operations, enhancing marketing strategies, or sparking creativity, Tara’s solutions resonate with educators ready to grow.
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