How can you get the most out of music events, both personally and professionally? What kind of prep work will make you stand out at a busy networking event? I spoke with the crew from Hood Politics, including DJ Susan, Sherm, and signed artists about networking, standing out in a crowd, mindset, and how to prepare your pitch so you never fumble an opportunity.
In this episode, we cover:
- How to use an event like Miami Music Week to further your career
- What not to do at these kinds of music events
- How to effectively network and pitch yourself
- Healthy mindset for networking
Thank you to BLNK CNVS for hosting me at this Miami Music Week. They put on 30+ events throughout MMW, and took care of their guests despite difficult weather. BLNK CNVS hosts shows all around the Miami, Jacksonville, Orlando, and Nashville areas. Check out their Instagram linked below for their full lineup.
Hood Politics Records is a Chicago based record label dedicated to showing the best in underground house and techno. Led by DJ Susan and with A&R by Sherm of Sherm in the Booth podcast, this label embodies their slogan of "Good Vibes Worldwide."
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Follow Hood Politics: https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticsrecords/?hl=en
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00:00 Maximizing Miami Music Week
01:07 BLNK CNVS Events at MMW
03:20 Networking at Music Events
4:55 How to Pitch Your Music
6:40 Organizing Your Network for Success
7:45 How to Stand Out in a Crowd
9:38 Healthy Mindset for Events
13:50 Prepping for Networking Events
16:24 Steps for Preparing for an Event
