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Taking Care of Your Music Business: Beyond the Writer’s Room – Jenn Schott's Lessons on Songwriting and Business Survival

In this episode of "Taking Care of Your Music Business," songwriter Jenn Schott opens up about her experience navigating the complexities of the music industry. Jenn takes us through her journey of writing hit songs, managing the business side of her career, and offering practical advice for songwriters looking to make their mark.

Jenn discusses the balance between creativity and business, sharing the importance of co-writing, flexibility, and building strong industry relationships. She also explains how organizations like The MLC are working to help songwriters collect the royalties they deserve.

This episode is packed with personal stories, industry wisdom, and actionable insights for aspiring songwriters at all stages of their careers.

 

Visit The MLC’s Resources page for step-by-step guides, video tutorials, and webinars on royalties, rights, and data management. To listen to all episodes of Season One of "Taking Care of Your Music Business," click here.

Have questions? The MLC’s Member Support team is ready to assist you here.

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