July 10, 2025
Essential Business Tips for Independent Artists

Essential Business Tips for Independent Artists

Unlocking Financial Success: Essential Business Tips for Independent Artists and Songwriters

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In this episode of the Made It In Music podcast, Seth Mosley sits down with business manager Lauren Robinson to unpack the financial fundamentals every independent artist and songwriter needs to thrive. Listen to the episode for practical insights on: ✔️ How to manage cash flow and avoid common financial pitfalls ✔️ The importance of having multip…

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