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Music Studio Startup: Helping music teachers thrive as entrepreneurs

Feb 18, 2026

I first interviewed today’s guest, Stephanie Bonte-Lebair back in Episode 025. The focus of that interview was about how she rebranded her voice studio to attract a more profitable niche, but in telling that story, Stephanie also talked about the role business networking played in the marketing of her business. She...


Jan 28, 2026

Welcome back! It’s January, which means tax season is officially upon us—so today I’m sitting down with CPA Charles Harris to kick things off. We’re covering the basics—who needs to file, what to know about quarterly payments, and a few key deadlines—so you can feel clear on your next step. And quick note:...


Jan 14, 2026

Is independent teaching actually a stable career for music teachers?

In this episode, Andrea talks with Danielle Ingram, a former school music teacher who left a classroom job to build a sustainable, home-based private music studio. Danielle shares how she redefined stability, ran the numbers before quitting her...


Dec 17, 2025

 Today's episode is a rebroadcast of a super fun conversation I had a few years ago. I'm talking to two musicians about how they've made a career in music over the last 15 years. I think their story illustrates what it means to be not just an entrepreneurial musician, but an entrepreneur in general.

You'll hear about...


Nov 12, 2025

This week, as we observe Veteran’s Day in the US, I’m honored to be talking to a Vietnam Veteran and guitar teacher for a non-profit organization that aims to brighten the lives of veterans who suffer from physical and mental wounds from their times of service.

You’ll hear about how their mission is shaped by...