The Manager's Playbook

The Manager’s Playbook sits down with music-tech entrepreneur Shara Senderoff as she shares five must-read books for anyone looking to create real change in their business and personal life. Whether you're breaking into the music industry or leveling up your career, these picks offer essential insights for growth, leadership, and long-term success.

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The Manager’s Playbook cuts through the noise around streaming with Dame Ritter, who breaks down the real financial upside for artists who know how to leverage the numbers. From selling catalogs to attracting investors, Ritter explains how strong streaming performance can create major opportunities.

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The Manager’s Playbook takes you inside the world of launching and growing an indie label in today’s music industry. Dame Ritter shares how to structure the business, juggle multiple roles, and build momentum through content and sweat equity, without relying on a major budget.

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The Manager’s Playbook brings real-world wisdom from Dame Ritter, founder of the Music Entrepreneur Club, on navigating the complex relationships in the music industry. From building strong artist teams to mastering the challenges of management, Ritter talks about why understanding the fundamentals, adapting quickly, and valuing experience over traditional education are key to success in today’s fast-moving music business.

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Dame Ritter, co-founder of Funk Volume, dives into the realities of succeeding as an independent artist or manager in today’s music industry. Ritter reveals how he helped build a cult following around Hopsin, the power of community in Funk Volume’s rise, and why content, storytelling, and consistency are key to thriving in today’s digital landscape.

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The Manager’s Playbook tackles two essential topics in today’s music industry: mental health and work ethic. Simon Tikhman and Chief Zaruk, co-founders of The Core Entertainment, open up about the importance of supporting artists’ well-being and the relentless drive it takes to succeed. A must-listen for anyone navigating the highs and lows of the business.

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The Manager’s Playbook goes behind the scenes with Chief Zaruk & Simon Tikhman, co-founders of The Core Entertainment, as they share Chief's early days working with Nickelback, Hinder, and producer Joey Moi. Hear how those relationships led to The Core managing one of the biggest rock bands in the world—and what it takes to build trust, loyalty, and long-term success in the music business.

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Simon Tikhman and Chief Zaruk, co-founders of The Core Entertainment, break down the evolution of artist development in the digital age. The internet may have changed the game, but cutting through the noise still takes serious work ethic. Join Tikhman and Zaruk as they share what it really takes to build lasting careers in today’s music industry and why hustle still matters more than ever.

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Chief Zaruk and Simon Tikhman, Co-Founders of The Core Entertainment, explore how country music is shaping culture, from lifestyle and fashion to entertainment and beyond. Discover why this genre isn’t just music, but a powerful force influencing how we live, think, and connect today.

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In this episode ofThe Manager’s Playbook, Dame Ritter, co-founder of the influential Funk Volume label joins the show to share hard-earned lessons from building one of the most iconic independent brands of the 2010s alongside Hopsin.

Dame breaks down the power of artist-manager loyalty, the real work behind brand building, and why ownership is critical in today’s music business. He reflects on Funk Volume’s rise, leveraging early platforms like Facebook, navigating the challenges of independent labels, and why reinvesting into your business is essential for long-term success.

We also dive into the realities of streaming revenue, the pros and cons of licensing deals, and how Dame transitioned into the TV and film world through his work with Bigg Jah.