Tales of artists entering into contracts they don’t fully understand, and the implications that can have for their career and music, are as old as time. But there are steps you can take to protect yourself.

Find out you need a Music Lawyer, when, and how to find one.

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In this episode I share what's been happening at AR Artist Management 'behind the curtain', plus share how you can get anything you want as a music artist...

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Your Manager will be the most important member of your team.

But how does an Artist Manager earn their money? And more importantly, how is it that you as the artist are expected to pay them?

In today's episode of The Virtual Manager Podcast I share how, when, where (and on what) Artist Managers get paid.

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Why having a strong vision is important for music artists.

This episode offers an insight into Anna Russell’s experiences and observations as an Artist Manager, to give independent artists more visibility over the music industry and how to move their careers forward.

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Want industry feedback on your music?

To increase your chances of getting a reply, and ensure you end up with feedback that’s constructive, you’ve got to ask the right people in the right way. This episode shows you how.

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Want to improve your visibility and engagement on social media?

Try these 3 social media quick wins for music artists - all of which are free, time efficient and only require your mobile phone!

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How long does it really take to breakthrough as an artist?

When will you reach the ‘tipping point’ that allows you to make a full-time living from your music?

How far off this point are you?

Find out now in this episode of The Virtual Manager Podcast.

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After making music, fanbase building activities should be your priority - and they should also be ongoing and consistent throughout the year.

Here I discuss the importance of this and share 7 ways to build your fanbase, starting now.

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It’s hard to know as a music artist how and where you should be spending money in your music career - especially when it comes to marketing and promotion.

To ensure you’re not wasting money on ineffective services, or worse being scammed, I list 3 services that you should never pay for as an artist.

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By crossing off all the tasks in this to-do list you ensure that your artist project is running like the professional business you want it to be.

It also allows you to spot it quickly if you go off track, or a certain tactic isn’t working for you, or you’re not being consistent enough.

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