A conversation with professional coach Susan Blum.
In this episode of openARTed, I sit down with Susan Blum, a professional coach helping musicians and creatives navigate their careers. We dive into some of the biggest challenges artists face - from defining their artistic identity to managing time, finances, and collaboration.
Topics we cover:
What it really means to “know your offering” as a musician
Why so many music groups struggle with collaboration and conflict
Time management, avoiding burnout, and building financial stability
Do you really need to make music your full-time career to find fulfillment?
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Guest Info:
Learn more about Susan Blum and her work at smblumltd.com
About the host Monika Lozinskienė
Music performed by M. Lozinskienė (piano), A. Szalucka (piano)
M. Ravel - Gaspard de la Nuit, No. 1, "Ondine"
M. K. Čiurlionis - In The Forest (From the album "Sound meditation" which is partly funded by the Vilnius municipality)