Musicians Creating Prosperity: A Music Business Guide To Freedom
Welcome to "Musicians Creating Prosperity: A Music Business Guide To Freedom" - a podcast dedicated to the music entrepreneur who is stuck, frustrated, and burnt out from trading their time for money. Hosted by the multi-talented Dr. Fabiana Claure – a pianist, educator, and visionary strategist deeply engaged in the music industry - “Musicians Creating Prosperity” promises practical steps and actionable insights, weaving together the intricacies of merging artistry with entrepreneurship. Whether you're a seasoned maestro with an established career, a rising virtuoso on the brink of musical acclaim, or contemplating a shift from conventional music paths to a thriving online venture, this podcast is your guiding beacon. If you're determined to reclaim your time, orchestrate your music business on autopilot, and forge a path toward financial, artistic, and lifestyle freedom, consider this podcast your unwavering compass. Yet, this podcast is not merely a guide; it's a transformative experience designed to lead musicians not only towards building wealth but propelling them into the realm of true prosperity. Driven by a profound emotional connection to the odyssey of musicians, Fabiana delves into the intricate dimensions of happiness, achievement, and fulfillment that constitute genuine prosperity. At its core, “Musicians Creating Prosperity” resonates with a singular message: freedom. Dr. Fabiana Claure envisions a world where musicians, armed with knowledge about music entrepreneurship, can attain financial success comparable to esteemed professions. It's a transformative journey that harmonizes creativity and prosperity, echoing the timeless melody of freedom in the evolving symphony of the music industry. "Musicians Creating Prosperity" navigates the intricate landscape of the music industry, addressing the unique challenges musicians face in preserving their time, artistic integrity, and quality of life. Furthermore, it advocates for a holistic approach to the music business, urging musicians to find a balance between building a business and nurturing creativity. The podcast sheds light on the role of entrepreneurs becoming their own business managers in the music industry. Fabiana also introduces the concept of "autopilot" not only as a roadmap to financial independence but also as a revolutionary approach to challenging traditional business models prevalent in the music industry. Fabiana shares insights into creating music, navigating the complexities of the music industry, and leveraging social media to build a distinctive brand. The episodes delve into the crucial aspects of music marketing, and the intersection of brand and marketing in a musician's career. In doing so, she challenges the conventional reliance on traditional revenue streams, encouraging musicians to strategically leverage online platforms to liberate themselves from financial pressures without compromising artistic integrity. If you’re ready to listen, you can also be ready for practical steps and actionable insights on building online brands, establishing independent income streams, and developing strategies that unlock both artistic and financial freedom. This is your chance to embrace a mindset shift and liberate yourself from the belief that success requires perpetual hustle and constant trading of time for money.
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The Power of the Pause: Why Musicians Must Stop to Scale
08/22/2025
The Power of the Pause: Why Musicians Must Stop to Scale
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure reveals a surprising truth: the fastest path to business growth as a musician entrepreneur isn’t just forward momentum—it’s knowing when to pause. While the music industry often glorifies the hustle, Fabiana invites you to embrace the power of strategic rest. By weaving in lessons from physical training, client coaching, and her own entrepreneurial journey, she explains how stepping back can lead to greater alignment, clarity, and long-term scalability. This episode is a wake-up call for musicians stuck in overdrive—reminding you that building a successful music business isn’t about doing more, it’s about doing what matters most. Key Highlights: The Muscle Analogy: Discover how physical recovery mirrors business growth—and why constant motion without rest can lead to breakdown, not breakthrough. Motion vs. Alignment: Fabiana breaks down how taking action in the wrong direction can sabotage progress, and why recalibrating your path is crucial for long-term success. Curriculum Trap: Hear why building endless content before enrolling clients might be holding you back—and how shifting to a responsive model can free up your time and increase your impact. Creative Entrepreneurs, Beware:If you’re stuck building for building’s sake—be it courses, websites, or lesson plans—this episode will help you realign your business with your actual goals. Thinking Time as a Success Strategy: Learn why protecting “thinking time” (like Warren Buffett does) could be your most valuable asset as a musician entrepreneur. This episode is your reminder that scaling your music business isn’t just about doing—it’s about knowing when to pause, reflect, and recalibrate. Because the real key to prosperity isn’t speed—it’s direction. Tune in now and start aligning your actions with your true goals. The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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Raise Your Rates Without Guilt: The Art of Repositioning Your Music Services
08/15/2025
Raise Your Rates Without Guilt: The Art of Repositioning Your Music Services
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure breaks down a game-changing business shift for musicians ready to stop trading time for money. If you've ever wondered how to confidently raise your rates—going from $80/hour to $5,000+ premium programs—without offering weekly one-on-one lessons, this episode is for you. Fabiana shares the exact steps musicians can use to reposition their services, elevate their brand, and build high-ticket offers that deliver faster results—while honoring your value and freeing up your time. Through real client success stories, mindset shifts, and practical restructuring strategies, you’ll learn how to command higher rates by creating a business model that feels aligned, impactful, and scalable. Key Highlights: Why Premium Buyers Think Differently: Learn how clients who value time over money are willing to pay more—if you can help them get faster results. Your Expertise is Enough: Discover how to package your existing skills into a high-ticket offer, even if you’ve never taught in this new format before. Reinvent Before You Raise: Understand why you can’t just increase your price without evolving your offer—and how to do it the right way. Asynchronous Teaching Models That Work: Explore how replacing weekly 1:1s with group and asynchronous feedback creates better results—and more freedom. Your Brand is Your Differentiator: Fabiana shows how to infuse your personal lens, story, and values into your offer to stand out in a crowded market. Whether you’re a seasoned teacher, performer, or multi-passionate music entrepreneur, this episode will give you the strategic roadmap to create transformational offers—and get paid what you’re worth. The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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The #1 Business Skill Musicians Already Have—and How to Use It to Attract Clients Online
08/08/2025
The #1 Business Skill Musicians Already Have—and How to Use It to Attract Clients Online
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure delivers a powerful reminder that your performance skills aren’t just for the concert hall—they’re the very foundation of your business success. Whether you're building your first online program or scaling a high-ticket offer, Fabiana reveals how the stage presence you’ve already cultivated as a musician can be your greatest asset in attracting clients, creating content, and building a thriving brand. Through insightful reflections, strategic advice, and empowering mindset shifts, this episode invites you to stop hiding behind admin work and start stepping into the spotlight—where your profitability truly lives. Key Highlights Stage Time = Profit Time: Discover why being "on stage"—creating content, hosting trainings, or speaking to your audience—is the highest ROI activity in your business. From Performer to Entrepreneur: Learn how to leverage your musician's mindset and communication skills to create magnetic, client-attracting content. Webinar vs. Masterclass: Understand which format is better for your first conversion event—and why multi-day trainings give you more time to build connection and trust. Avoid the Backstage Trap: Fabiana explains how spending too much time in the backend (tech, automations, editing) can drain your energy and delay your results. Reframe Your Superpower: Realize that charisma, connection, and confidence aren’t things you need to learn—they're already within you as a musician. This episode is a bold invitation to realign your focus and spend more time doing what you do best: showing up, sharing your message, and making an impact. If you’re ready to turn your stage presence into a profitable business presence, this is your cue to shine. The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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Busy Isn’t Productive: How Musicians Can Escape Burnout and Scale Smarter
08/01/2025
Busy Isn’t Productive: How Musicians Can Escape Burnout and Scale Smarter
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure shares the real reason why so many musicians feel overwhelmed, stuck, and on the brink of burnout—despite working around the clock. Rather than wearing “busy” as a badge of honor, Fabiana reveals how focusing on the wrong tasks (even if they seem productive) can sabotage your business growth and drain your energy. This episode is a call to reclaim your time, refocus your efforts, and step into the CEO role your music business needs you to be. Through empowering coaching insights and practical strategies, you’ll discover how to shift from reactive busyness to intentional, high-impact productivity that actually moves the needle. Key Highlights: Busy vs. Productive: Understand why being constantly busy isn’t the same as building a successful business—and how to tell the difference. The Time Audit Breakthrough: Learn how your calendar reflects your true priorities—and how a simple audit can help you uncover hidden energy drainers. The Hidden Cost of DIY Hustle: Why editing videos, designing graphics, and doing everything yourself could be costing you thousands in missed income. Creation & Connection: Discover the high-value activities that actually grow your business—and how to make space for them in your weekly routine. Energy Awareness: Not all tasks are equal. Fabiana breaks down how to spot the ones that drain your energy—even if they only take 30 minutes. Letting Go with Grace: Explore why your next level of growth may require unlearning old habits and outsourcing tasks that no longer serve your bigger vision. This episode is a powerful invitation to shift out of survival mode and into strategic leadership. If you’ve been feeling like you’re doing “all the things” but still not seeing results, this is the mindset and time management reset you’ve been waiting for. The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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Before You Run Ads: What Every Musician Business Owner Needs to Know
07/25/2025
Before You Run Ads: What Every Musician Business Owner Needs to Know
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure shares a critical message for musicians looking to grow their businesses: don’t rush into paid advertising without a validated offer. Before pouring money into Facebook, Instagram, or Google ads, there’s essential groundwork you must lay to ensure your investment yields real results. Drawing from years of experience mentoring musicians to build six-figure businesses, Fabiana breaks down why starting with organic marketing—leveraging your existing network, refining your message, and proving your offer—sets the foundation for scalable success. This episode is a must-listen for any musician considering a shift in business model or preparing to launch something new. Key Highlights: Why Ads Are Not Step One: Discover why paid advertising too early can waste money—and how to know when you’re actually ready to scale with ads. The Power of Organic Validation: Learn how to test your offer, messaging, and client results using your current network before turning to strangers online. Repositioning Your Expertise: Fabiana explains how to rebrand your existing knowledge into a premium mentorship model and confidently bring it to market. Proof First, Promotion Later: Understand why testimonials, clarity, and alignment are more powerful than high ad spend when building trust and credibility. Mindset & Confidence in Sales: Hear how internal conviction becomes your greatest asset in creating content, showing up online, and enrolling clients. Avoiding the Common Pitfall: Fabiana outlines how skipping organic strategy in favor of “quick-fix” ads leads many musicians to confusion, frustration, and lost dollars. This episode is a grounded and empowering reminder that visibility must be built on a strong foundation. Musicians don’t need to gamble with their budget—they need to build confidence through clarity, connection, and proof. Fabiana invites you to tune into the slower, more strategic path that leads to long-term prosperity and impact. The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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How to Attract Clients That Match Your Next-Level Business Vision
07/18/2025
How to Attract Clients That Match Your Next-Level Business Vision
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure reveals a breakthrough strategy that can completely transform your business growth and client attraction: upgrading your ideal client profile. If you've been feeling stuck serving the same types of clients and wondering how to expand into a more fulfilling, higher-income business model—this episode is for you. Fabiana challenges the myth that you must build your next chapter around your current audience. Instead, she invites you to consider a radical yet empowering idea: what if your next level of success comes from working with entirely different people? Through powerful examples, mindset shifts, and client stories, she shares how you can redefine who you serve, elevate your business model, and finally step into the prosperity you’ve been craving. Key Highlights: Reinventing Your Client Base: Learn how upgrading your client profile allows you to expand your income, impact, and time freedom without sacrificing your integrity or current relationships. Operating Reality Shift: Understand how to identify what your dream clients actually want and why their problems—not yours—should guide your marketing strategy. Overcoming the Fear of Change: Discover how to lead your business boldly, even when it means letting go of what’s familiar to embrace a new level of alignment. Redefining Value: Hear how musicians can create premium offers—even when they’re not teaching business—by tapping into the emotional, creative, or transformational value their clients crave. Real Client Stories: Get inspired by musicians who transitioned from $80/hour lessons to $5,000 programs—proving it’s not about teaching more, it’s about positioning smarter. This episode is a powerful reminder that reinvention is your birthright. By redefining your audience and aligning your offer with their deepest desires, you’ll unlock a scalable, purpose-driven business that supports both your artistic calling and your financial goals. The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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Dominant-Tonic Messaging: Using Musical Harmony to Master Persuasive Communication
07/10/2025
Dominant-Tonic Messaging: Using Musical Harmony to Master Persuasive Communication
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure reveals a powerful communication framework rooted in the universal language of music. By exploring the dominant-tonic relationship in harmony, Fabiana shows how musicians can translate their artistic instincts into messaging that builds resonance, trust, and buy-in from their audience. Whether you're pitching a new offer, trying to raise funds, or repositioning your studio, this episode will teach you why starting with the “solution” often leads to silence—and how building tension first can unlock deeper understanding and connection. Through relatable stories, coaching insights, and lessons from her own entrepreneurial journey, Fabiana equips you to turn your message into music that moves people to action. Key Highlights: Dominant-Tonic Messaging Explained: Discover how the natural flow of tension and resolution in music holds the key to effective communication and influence in your business. Why Starting with Your Offer Can Backfire: Learn why jumping into features and benefits without establishing context often creates confusion—and how to fix it. Real Coaching Examples: Hear how one musician turned three “no’s” into eight “yes’s” just by shifting how he presented his new program. How to Create Context That Converts: Explore Fabiana’s method for setting the stage so people not only understand your offer—they feel the urgency to say yes. The Musician’s Advantage in Business: Fabiana explains how musicians already have the intuitive skills to lead powerful conversations—once they apply their artistry to their messaging. This episode is a masterclass in communication for musician-entrepreneurs who want to stop being overlooked and start being understood. If you're ready to elevate your messaging and influence with integrity, this episode will show you how. The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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Emotional Mastery for Musicians: Aligning Your Energy to Grow Your Business
07/02/2025
Emotional Mastery for Musicians: Aligning Your Energy to Grow Your Business
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure shares a powerful message that could shift how you view success, stress, and your emotional well-being. Rather than waiting for your external circumstances to align in order to feel happy, Fabiana invites you to discover the intrinsic happiness already within you—and how tapping into that inner frequency is the real foundation of prosperity. Through personal reflections, metaphors from nature, and coaching insights, this episode guides you to reclaim ownership of your internal state so you can thrive creatively, energetically, and professionally—regardless of what’s happening around you. Key Highlights: Your Default is Joy: Understand why your body, mind, and spirit are designed to operate at their best when you’re in a state of happiness, flow, and love. Why External Goals Can Block Inner Peace: Learn how relying on future milestones for happiness actually delays your growth—and how to reverse that pattern. The Nature Analogy: Discover how sunrise and sunset serve as metaphors for emotional resilience, reminding us that alignment is always available—no matter the weather of life. Mastering Your Emotional Lens: Fabiana explains how your thoughts act like a camera lens, shaping how clearly—or how distorted—you experience your reality. The Power of Ownership and Perspective: Explore how taking full responsibility for your internal state empowers you to respond creatively to life’s challenges and cultivate long-term prosperity. This episode is a powerful reminder that musicians and creatives aren’t meant to chase happiness—it’s already built into who they are. By shifting perspective and reclaiming emotional ownership, listeners can unlock a new level of creativity, clarity, and flow in both life and business. The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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How Music Entrepreneurs Can Sell with Confidence and Energetic Alignment
06/25/2025
How Music Entrepreneurs Can Sell with Confidence and Energetic Alignment
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure reveals a transformative mindset shift to help musicians overcome fear around sales and step into their true power as leaders. If you've ever felt self-doubt, imposter syndrome, or hesitation when offering your programs, this episode will equip you with the energetic reframe needed to lead with confidence and integrity. Key Highlights: The “You Are the Sun” Analogy: Discover a powerful visualization that will help you shift from fear-based selling to empowered, heart-centered leadership. Magnetic Sales Energy: Learn how your energy, self-worth, and clarity of purpose play a more important role in client enrollment than any script or tactic. Letting Go of Outcome Attachment: Understand why detaching from the result of your conversations allows you to lead more authentically and attract better-aligned clients. Client Transformation Case Studies: Hear inspiring real-life stories of musicians who restructured their business models, raised their rates, and reclaimed their time and presence with their families. Reframing Sales as Service: Explore how approaching enrollment conversations as an act of service—not persuasion—builds trust and leads to deeper transformations. Energetic Boundaries in Leadership: Fabiana shares how understanding the impact of your presence and knowing your value helps you protect your energy and guide you from a place of grounded leadership. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast. I hope this message inspires you to show up boldly, share your gifts unapologetically, and lead with the power and light you already possess. If this episode resonated with you, please leave us a review and share it with other musicians ready to shine. Remember—you are the sun, and your light has the power to change lives. Get Instant Access to my Free Music Business Freedom Guide The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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How to Organize Your Music Business To-Do List and Prioritize What Matters
06/18/2025
How to Organize Your Music Business To-Do List and Prioritize What Matters
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure reveals a powerful method for transforming your chaotic to-do list into a strategic tool for business growth. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by a never-ending list of tasks and unsure whether you’re focusing on what truly matters, this episode will give you a clear path forward. Fabiana shares how to simplify your workload by focusing on the two most critical profit-driving activities—creating and connecting—and introduces a 5-part system to help you take control of every aspect of your business operations. Key Highlights: The Two Profit-Driving Priorities: Why creating visibility and building relationships should always be at the top of your list—and how most musicians get distracted by non-revenue-producing tasks. The Five Core Categories of Business: How to organize your ideas and tasks into five strategic areas: Sales, Marketing, Client Services, Operations, and Finances—so you know exactly what to focus on and when. Taming the Endless To-Do List: Learn how to stop confusing idea capture with execution, and why visibility into your priorities is the first step toward sustainable productivity. Business Rhythms and Seasons: Understand how to structure your week and month around strategic business categories, and why themed workdays can keep you balanced and focused. Delegating and Systemizing Like a Pro: Discover how to move from operator to architect in your business by creating systems, empowering team members, and preparing to scale with ease. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast. I hope these insights inspire you to rethink how you manage your time, structure your workflow, and focus on what truly drives your business forward. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and share it with fellow musicians who are ready to grow with more clarity and intention. Remember, visibility equals profitability—and it all starts with organizing your to-do list. Get Instant Access to my Free Music Business Freedom Guide The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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When to Push Forward vs. Pivot: Navigating Growing Pains as a Musician Entrepreneur
06/11/2025
When to Push Forward vs. Pivot: Navigating Growing Pains as a Musician Entrepreneur
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure explores one of the most crucial—and often overlooked—challenges in a music entrepreneur’s journey: knowing the difference between productive discomfort that signals growth and unsustainable strain that demands a strategic pivot. If you've reached a milestone like a six-figure income but find yourself feeling stuck, tired, or questioning what's next, this episode will help you decode those internal signals and take empowered action toward long-term prosperity. Key Highlights: Navigating Growing Pains: Understand the concept of entrepreneurial growing pains and how to discern whether to push forward or pause and pivot in your business strategy. Breaking the Six-Figure Plateau: Discover why 90% of entrepreneurs never grow past six figures—and what the top 10% do differently to scale their income and impact. When to Reinvent Your Business: Learn how to evaluate your current business model, client base, and brand messaging to decide if it’s time to upgrade to a more aligned and scalable direction. Using Discomfort as a Compass: Explore how to tell the difference between discomfort that builds “muscle” and discomfort that signals misalignment—using powerful fitness metaphors to illustrate the difference. Tapping Into Your Long-Term Vision: Fabiana guides you through visualizing your ideal schedule, client experience, and emotional state, and aligning your actions today with that future reality. Letting Go of Stability for Growth: Hear Fabiana’s personal story of leaving a tenure-track university position with only three clients—proving how clarity, courage, and conviction can unlock massive transformation. The CEO Shift for Musicians: Learn how to stop being the bottleneck in your business by creating systems, structure, and a mindset that moves you from operator to empowered CEO. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast. May this conversation inspire you to think bigger, feel deeper, and act bolder in pursuit of a music business—and life—that truly aligns with your vision Get Instant Access to my Free Music Business Freedom Guide The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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Build It Right: What Every Musician Needs to Know Before Launching an Online Program
06/04/2025
Build It Right: What Every Musician Needs to Know Before Launching an Online Program
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure shares the essential mindset and strategic steps musicians must take before designing their online music teaching programs. If you’ve been obsessing over curriculum design or which teaching method to use—pause. Fabiana reveals the real focus areas that set successful music entrepreneurs apart. Key Highlights: The Power of Personal Branding: Learn why clients choose you, not just your skills—and how to strategically position your story and essence to attract ideal students. Offer Design That Drives Results: Discover how to create a framework around your knowledge and package it into a high-ticket offer, even if you haven’t built any materials yet. Sales and Communication Mastery: Understand the mindset shift and communication skills needed to confidently enroll clients into your new model. Marketing with Purpose: Explore how to create a content engine that attracts, nurtures, and converts students—making your online offer evergreen and scalable. Why Delivery Comes Last: Fabiana explains why trying to perfect your curriculum before enrolling clients is not only premature but counterproductive. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast. I hope these insights give you clarity on where to start when building your scalable music business. If you found this episode valuable, please leave a review and share it with fellow musicians ready to reinvent their business. Remember, success begins with focusing on what truly matters. Until next time, let’s continue to prosper together. Get Instant Access to my Free Music Business Freedom Guide The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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Before You Pivot Your Studio: What Musicians Must Know About Leadership and Communication
05/28/2025
Before You Pivot Your Studio: What Musicians Must Know About Leadership and Communication
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure reveals a vital yet often overlooked skill that musicians must master before restructuring their music business: communication. If you’ve ever faced resistance, rejection, or uncertainty when presenting new offers or transitioning to a new teaching model, this episode will show you why it’s not about your offer — it’s about how you lead with your words and energy. Key highlights: The Link Between Communication and Leadership: Understand why leading your clients into a new business model requires more than just strategy—it demands clarity, conviction, and confidence in your communication. How to Avoid Misreading Resistance: Learn how to identify whether client pushback is a true “no” or just a reaction to unclear messaging and low-energy leadership. The Importance of a Backstory: Discover the power of contextual storytelling and why sharing your “why” can transform how clients respond to your new business direction. Creating Your Strategic Messaging Statement (SMS): Fabiana introduces a proven framework to help musicians clearly and authentically communicate their business evolution to existing clients and prospects. Real-Life Case Study: Diego Alonso’s Journey: Hear how one musician turned a string of rejections into back-to-back yeses by shifting his communication and presentation style. Why You Shouldn’t Ask for Permission: Stop seeking validation from your clients before you’re ready. Learn how to lead with authority and confidence when announcing changes in your business. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast. I hope these insights inspire you to elevate your communication, embody stronger leadership, and step into the next chapter of your business with confidence. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and share it with fellow musicians who are ready to evolve their music careers. Remember, prosperity starts with how you communicate it. Get Instant Access to: 10 Steps to Create A Profitable Online Music Business The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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How Musicians Can Break Free from Analysis Paralysis Using Value-Based Decisions
05/21/2025
How Musicians Can Break Free from Analysis Paralysis Using Value-Based Decisions
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure uncovers a powerful mindset shift for musicians: how to break free from analysis paralysis and confidently move forward using value-based decision-making. If you've ever felt frozen by fear, overthinking, or the pressure to get everything “just right,” this episode is your guide to unlocking clarity, momentum, and true alignment. Key highlights: The Power of Fast Decision-Making: Discover why being a quick, confident decision-maker is one of the most important traits of successful musician-entrepreneurs—and how to build this skill starting today. Understanding Decision Fatigue: Learn how daily micro-decisions are draining your energy and clouding your judgment, and get practical tips for preserving your “decision battery.” Overcoming Indecision with Core Values: Explore how aligning your choices with your personal values can instantly clarify what actions to take—even when the path ahead is uncertain. Recognizing the Trap of Self-Sabotage: Understand how fear often disguises itself as caution, and how to reframe resistance as a signal to grow, not retreat. Using Value-Based Decisions to Create Freedom: Fabiana shares her personal value system and how it helps her navigate life and business—from motherhood to managing two companies—without sacrificing health, creativity, or purpose. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast. I hope these insights empower you to shift from indecision to inspired action. If you found value in this conversation, please consider leaving a review and sharing it with a fellow musician who may be feeling stuck. Remember—every choice you make is shaping your future. Let’s keep moving forward, aligned with purpose and prosperity. Get Instant Access to: 10 Steps to Create A Profitable Online Music Business The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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From Guilt to Greatness: The Emotional Shift Every Musician Needs
05/14/2025
From Guilt to Greatness: The Emotional Shift Every Musician Needs
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure shares a powerful message on how forgiveness can be the catalyst for creative and financial breakthroughs. Many musicians carry resentment—towards their educational path, their past decisions, or even themselves. This emotional weight can silently block progress and clarity. Fabiana reflects on her personal journey, including the realization that her traditional music education left out vital entrepreneurial training. She explains how releasing resentment and choosing forgiveness opened the doors to building her first business, serving others, and eventually creating the Musician's Profit Umbrella® method. Key Takeaways: The Role of Forgiveness in Career Growth: Understand how holding on to resentment—towards institutions, people, or yourself—can sabotage your success. Recognizing the Gaps in Traditional Music Training: Fabiana opens up about her shock upon realizing her doctoral degree hadn’t prepared her for real-world career demands. From Victim to Visionary: Learn how to step into the role of CEO in your life and career by choosing action over blame. How to Pivot When Your Old Path No Longer Serves You: Why building more of the same won’t lead to freedom—and what to do instead. Turning Setbacks into Strategy: Hear how Fabiana’s pivot toward business education led to launching a music academy and empowering other musicians. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast. I hope this conversation inspires you to reflect on the emotional narratives that may be holding you back—and to choose forgiveness as a strategy for unlocking your next chapter. If this episode resonated with you, please leave a review and share it with fellow musicians or creatives who need to hear this. Remember, your past does not define your future—but your willingness to heal and lead certainly does. Take the Free Quiz here: The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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AI for Musicians: Protect, Productize, and Profit with Your Own GPT
05/07/2025
AI for Musicians: Protect, Productize, and Profit with Your Own GPT
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure explores how musicians and creatives can scale their impact using artificial intelligence — specifically by transforming their intellectual property into custom GPTs. If you’ve ever worried that using AI might disconnect you from your clients, this conversation will help you reframe that fear and see how AI can actually amplify your authenticity, connection, and results. Key Highlights: The New Way to Scale Without Sacrificing Connection: Learn why AI, when used correctly, doesn’t replace your human spark — it enhances it by freeing you up to go deeper with your clients. Systematizing Your Genius: Discover how to extract your unique methodology, document it in real time, and prepare it for AI implementation. Building a Brand-Aligned AI Assistant: Understand what makes a custom GPT powerful, how it stays true to your voice, and why it’s different from generic automation tools. Leveraging AI as a Business Accelerator: Learn how a custom AI assistant can guide your clients through key milestones in your program — even when you're not in the room. Workshop Preview – Monetize Your Expertise: Get an exclusive look at Fabiana’s upcoming workshop, where she’ll show you how to protect, package, and profit from your knowledge so you too can eventually build your own custom GPT — while staying in full alignment with your mission, values, and artistic vision. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast. I hope it inspires you to think differently about how you can scale your knowledge without losing your personal touch. Take the Free Quiz here: The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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Stop Letting Stress Run Your Life: Mindset Strategies for Music Entrepreneurs
04/30/2025
Stop Letting Stress Run Your Life: Mindset Strategies for Music Entrepreneurs
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure unlocks essential strategies for mastering stress, an unavoidable part of entrepreneurial and creative life. Instead of letting external circumstances dictate your emotional state, learn how to develop the internal resilience that empowers you to thrive no matter what challenges arise. Key Highlights: Understanding the Thermometer vs. Thermostat Analogy: Discover how to shift from being reactive to proactive by choosing how you respond to stress rather than letting circumstances control your inner world. Identifying Subconscious Stress Triggers: Learn how to recognize when your mind is creating negative hypothetical futures—and how these unconscious narratives fuel unnecessary stress and fear. Harnessing the Power of the Reticular Activating System (RAS): Explore how focusing your thoughts on desired outcomes, instead of feared ones, can reprogram your brain for success and create powerful positive momentum. Shifting from Fear to Faith: Uncover simple yet transformative mental strategies to replace fearful scenarios with empowering visions that elevate your emotional state and boost your resilience. Physiological Stress Management Techniques: Fabiana shares practical hacks such as movement and pattern interrupts that help you process emotions in a healthy way, allowing you to clear your mind and regain strategic focus quickly. If today’s episode sparked a new perspective for you, I would be honored if you left a review and shared this episode with a fellow musician or creative entrepreneur who could benefit from it. 🌟 Your growth is not just about building a business—it's about building the version of yourself who leads it with clarity, confidence, and faith. Thanks again for being part of this journey. Stay empowered, stay intentional, and as always—let’s prosper together. The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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Why the Traditional Music Career Is Broken—and What to Do Instead
04/23/2025
Why the Traditional Music Career Is Broken—and What to Do Instead
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure reveals the transformative business model shift that allows musicians to break free from the time-for-money trap. Instead of feeling stuck in the cycle of private lessons, gigging, or hands-on services, discover how to build an educational, scalable online business that supports your creative freedom and financial growth. Key Highlights: Reframing the Way You Work: Understand why continuing to scale a time-bound service model can lead to burnout—and how to shift into a framework that scales without requiring more of your time. Turning Your Knowledge Into a Framework: Learn how to de-codify your process, even if you've never taught what you do before, and build a mentorship-based model that helps others while freeing up your schedule. Co-Creating With Your Audience: Explore how to involve your audience in building your offers—without waiting until everything is "perfect"—and why real-time interaction is your most powerful tool for developing effective programs. Creating Evergreen Educational Content: Discover how to build a content library that works for you over time and allows new clients to binge, learn, and grow without requiring you to show up live every time. Real Client Transformation: Hear the story of Linor Oren, a musician who went from juggling traditional music jobs to building an online program that surpassed her income goals—while keeping the parts of her work she loved most. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast. I hope this inspires you to rethink your current business model and consider how adding an educational, scalable income stream can unlock the time and freedom you truly desire. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and share it with fellow musicians who need this message. Remember: prosperity isn't about doing more—it's about building smarter. Until next time, let's continue to prosper together. The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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How to Make Bold Decisions by Tapping Into Your Future Self
04/16/2025
How to Make Bold Decisions by Tapping Into Your Future Self
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure reveals one of the most transformative strategies for personal and professional growth—learning to make decisions from the perspective of your future self. Whether you’re navigating a career pivot, hiring team members, investing in growth, or simply trying to overcome inertia, Fabiana walks you through the mindset shifts that will help you take courageous, aligned action—even when logic and fear try to hold you back. Instead of staying stuck in old patterns, learn how to embody the next version of yourself and step boldly into the life and business you want to create. Key Highlights: The Trap of Present-Moment Thinking: Why making decisions from your current circumstances leads to more of the same—and how to break the cycle by shifting your identity. How to Invoke Your Future Self: Learn Fabiana’s practical method for identifying the traits, habits, and mindset of the person you need to become—and how to embody those qualities today. The Power of Intuition vs. Logic: Understand how to discern between intuitive nudges toward growth and the fear-based logic that often keeps us playing small. Daily Anchoring Practices: Explore the role of meditation and mindfulness in reconnecting with your vision, aligning your actions, and quieting the inner noise. The Language of Limitation: How the way you describe yourself may be reinforcing your current limits—and how to reframe your self-concept to support evolution and possibility. Real-Life Shifts in Action: Fabiana shares personal stories about hiring team members, investing in mentorship, and recommitting to her health—all by calling in the next version of herself. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast. I hope this message reminds you that you already have the wisdom, courage, and vision within you to make bold, empowered decisions—you simply need to access the version of you that’s waiting on the other side. Remember, the most powerful decisions don’t come from who you are today, but from who you’re becoming. Until next time, let’s continue to prosper together. The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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How to Stand Out in a Crowded Industry: Breaking the Myth of Market Saturation for Musicians
04/09/2025
How to Stand Out in a Crowded Industry: Breaking the Myth of Market Saturation for Musicians
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure debunks the myth of market saturation and reveals why competition is actually a powerful indicator of demand and opportunity. If you've ever thought, “The market’s too crowded,” or “There’s no room for me,” this episode will shift your mindset—and give you the tools to stand out with clarity, confidence, and conviction. You’ll learn how to reframe limiting beliefs, articulate your unique value, and build a business model that reflects your worth and creates transformational client results. Key Highlights: The Myth of Saturation: Why a crowded marketplace is not a dead end, but proof that demand exists—and how to claim your place in it. Owning Your Worth: How self-doubt and perfectionism hold musicians back, and what it really means to believe you are “enough” to serve powerfully right now. Your Unique Lens: Discover how your life experience, teaching philosophy, and personal story can become your biggest differentiators in the market. Redefining Your Business Model: Learn why simply adding more students or gigs isn’t the answer—and how to scale through premium offers and high-leverage delivery methods. Delivering Extraordinary Results: Fabiana explains how musicians can accelerate their clients’ success and build long-term credibility by focusing on results and real transformation. Build As You Go: The power of co-creating your program in real time with clients instead of wasting time on pre-built, low-engagement content. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast. I hope this inspires you to own your value, embrace your uniqueness, and never again let competition hold you back. There’s space for you—because no one else has your story, your voice, and your lens. The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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How Singer Maghan McPhee Went From Teaching 20 Hours a Week to Just 3 — While Also Growing Her Income!
04/02/2025
How Singer Maghan McPhee Went From Teaching 20 Hours a Week to Just 3 — While Also Growing Her Income!
In today’s episode, Fabiana sits down with Maghan McPhee, a lyric coloratura soprano, voice educator, and founder of both the Breno Italy International Music Academy and the Release Your Inner Voice online vocal program. Maghan reveals how she transitioned from teaching 20+ hours a week to just 3 hours—all while increasing her income, expanding her global reach, and reclaiming her joy as both a performer and coach. Through strategic program design, asynchronous coaching, and mindset shifts, Maghan created a truly transformational experience for her students—and herself. Fabiana and Maghan explore the mindset, strategy, and systems behind this shift, and how musicians can step into their next-level identity as CEOs of their music careers. Key Highlights: From Burnout to Breakthrough: Maghan went from teaching 20+ hours per week and facing panic attacks — to running a scalable, fulfilling business with total clarity and control. The Power of Storytelling: By courageously sharing her personal journey, Maghan connected with ideal clients and built deeper trust and resonance with her audience. Creating a Signature Program: Learn how she structured a hybrid offer with group classes, asynchronous support, and a robust training vault to help students progress between sessions. Elevating Self-Worth and Pricing: Maghan now confidently offers a $5,000 program, understanding that what she delivers is a transformation — not just “music lessons.” Freedom to Travel & Thrive: Discover how her business continued running (and even grew!) while she vacationed with her family — a true testament to building a music business on autopilot. Tune in to uncover how you can reinvent your music business with aligned, scalable offers that protect your energy, elevate your impact, and generate true prosperity. Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast to inspire more musicians to build sustainable, fulfilling careers doing what they love! The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Learn more about Maghan McPhee here: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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How to Build a Music Business That Gives You Time Back
03/26/2025
How to Build a Music Business That Gives You Time Back
In today’s solo episode, Fabiana tackles one of the most common yet unspoken challenges musicians face—burnout. She unpacks what causes it (hint: it’s not just overworking), how to recognize it, and most importantly, how to overcome it by building a self-sustaining business model that gives you time freedom, creative fulfillment, and long-term stability. Fabiana shares her proven framework for transitioning out of survival mode and into a leveraged lifestyle, where your business becomes an asset—not a glorified job. Key Highlights: Understanding Burnout: Why it’s not just about working long hours—but working inefficiently without leverage or clarity. Restructuring Your Business: The difference between building a job vs. building a scalable, self-sustaining business asset. The 4 Leverage Pillars: Learn how to use Systems, Team, Automation, and Delegation to create freedom in your business and life. Delegating Beyond Business: Why hiring help at home may be the first step to reclaiming your time, energy, and sanity. Time = Wealth: Discover how true wealth isn’t about money—it’s about time, presence, and creative alignment. This is a must-listen for any musician who feels stuck in the grind and is ready to build a business that serves their life—not the other way around. The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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Why Musicians Struggle to Close Sales—And How to Fix It Fast
03/19/2025
Why Musicians Struggle to Close Sales—And How to Fix It Fast
In today’s episode, Fabiana explores the power of influence and how musicians can improve their leadership and communication skills to enroll clients, sponsors, and collaborators with confidence. Fabiana breaks down the three main objections that often stop potential clients from saying "yes" and shares actionable strategies to reframe conversations, overcome resistance, and inspire action—all while leading with integrity. Key Highlights: Mastering Leadership & Communication: Influence is not just for sales—it is the key to getting buy-in from clients, sponsors, and even family. The Three Types of Objections: Learn why people say "no" and how to handle vehicle objections, internal objections, and external objections (time, money, and spouse). Overcoming Fear of Rejection: Transform your mindset around objections and gain confidence in your ability to enroll clients without hesitation. The Difference Between Premium Buyers and Cost Buyers: Understand how to attract clients who value transformation over price and are ready to invest in themselves. Influence Beyond Business: How mastering communication can even help in parenting (because kids are the toughest negotiators!). Tune in to learn how to confidently navigate sales conversations, communicate your value, and inspire action—without fear or hesitation! Enjoyed this episode? Leave us a review and help us inspire more musicians to build thriving, sustainable careers! The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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From Scarcity to Success: Linor Oren’s Journey to a Thriving Online Music Business
03/12/2025
From Scarcity to Success: Linor Oren’s Journey to a Thriving Online Music Business
In today’s episode, Fabiana sits down with Linor Oren, a singer, voice coach, and entrepreneur who transitioned from burnout and time-consuming one-on-one lessons to a scalable, high-impact online coaching program. Fabiana and Linor dive deep into the mindset shifts and business strategies that helped Linor restructure her music business, allowing her to work fewer hours, charge premium prices, and create more impact—all while helping her students achieve faster progress. Key Highlights: Breaking Free from Burnout: How Linor realized that trading time for money was holding her back and what she did to change it. Scalable Teaching Models: Why group coaching and asynchronous feedback help students progress better than traditional one-on-one lessons. Shifting to Premium Pricing: How Linor moved from charging per lesson to a €3,400 six-month program—and why students are eager to invest. Reclaiming Time and Energy: Linor now works just 3 hours a week of live teaching while earning €24,000 in 3 months—proving that musicians can scale their income without sacrificing well-being. Mindset Shifts for Success: Overcoming fear, redefining self-worth, and learning to attract highly committed students who truly value your expertise. Tune in to uncover how to transform your music business into a sustainable, scalable model—one that gives you more time, income, and impact. The Musician's Profit Masterclass: Is your music business income able to grow without taking more of your time? If not, this masterclass is for you. Discover the 5 steps to win back your time, increase your income, and make your music business self-sustaining - so you can live your life on your terms! JOIN HERE: Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Learn more about Linor Oren here: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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Unlearning Fear: The Key to Scaling Your Music Business
03/05/2025
Unlearning Fear: The Key to Scaling Your Music Business
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure explores the concept of fear through the lens of a personal experience at her son's baseball game. She discusses how fear is often a learned behavior, influenced by our surroundings and experiences. The conversation delves into the science behind fear, the importance of emotional regulation, and how movement can help manage fear. Fabiana also addresses the challenges musicians face in unlearning traditional business models and embracing new opportunities for prosperity, emphasizing that fear can be unlearned and transformed into a tool for growth. If you’ve ever felt hesitant about changing the way you run your music business, this episode will empower you to reframe fear, embrace new opportunities, and create a scalable income model that offers both financial freedom and artistic fulfillment. Key Takeaways: Fear is Learned—And It Can Be Unlearned: Discover how fear is conditioned in our minds and how to rewire your brain for success. Breaking Free from the Time-for-Money Trap: Learn why traditional music career paths limit financial growth and how to build a more sustainable income stream. Mindset Shifts That Lead to Prosperity: Understand how shifting your perspective on fear and failure can open doors to greater income, impact, and freedom. Action Steps to Overcome Fear in Your Music Business: Discover practical ways to move past limiting beliefs and implement high-impact strategies that create real financial results. Tune in to uncover how shifting your mindset can help you break free from fear, scale your music business, and build a life of financial and artistic prosperity. Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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The Key to Confidence: How to Detach from Fear & Step into Leadership
02/26/2025
The Key to Confidence: How to Detach from Fear & Step into Leadership
Welcome to another episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, hosted by Dr. Fabiana Claure! In today’s episode, Fabiana explores a critical mindset shift that every musician and entrepreneur needs: overcoming the fear of judgment. Whether it's the fear of criticism on social media, resistance from family and peers, or self-doubt holding you back, this episode will empower you to detach from external opinions and confidently pursue your goals. Key Highlights: Redefining Judgment: Learn how judgment isn’t just criticism—it’s also decision-making, discernment, and leadership. Breaking Through Fear: Discover why fear of judgment keeps musicians stuck and prevents them from taking bold action. The Power of Owning Your Voice: How stepping into your unique perspective attracts your ideal audience and builds true influence. From Perfectionism to Progress: Why waiting for "perfect" leads to inaction—and how to embrace imperfect action instead. Judgment in Sales & Leadership: Fabiana shares a personal story on how fear of judgment can impact sales conversations and limit your ability to serve others effectively. Tune in to discover how releasing fear and embracing your authentic voice can unlock massive opportunities in your career and business. Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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Online Music Teaching Success: How Maaike Aarts Created a Scalable Business
02/19/2025
Online Music Teaching Success: How Maaike Aarts Created a Scalable Business
Welcome to another episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, hosted by Dr. Fabiana Claure! In today’s episode, Fabiana sits down with Maaike Aarts, a renowned violinist and Alexander Technique teacher, who successfully transitioned her music teaching business from 60 one-on-one teaching hours per month to just 20, while tripling her income in only two months. Maaike shares how she moved past the fear of change, embraced a hybrid teaching model, and leveraged The Musician’s Profit Umbrella® Framework to create a sustainable and scalable music business—without sacrificing quality or student impact. Key Highlights: Redefining Music Teaching: How Maaike transitioned from a 1:1 lesson model to a hybrid group + private lesson structure that serves more students while reducing her workload. Creating a High-Value Learning Experience: How she combined live group lessons, video-based feedback, and community engagement to give her students more support while preserving her time. Reclaiming Time and Energy: The shift from overworked and overwhelmed to a balanced, fulfilling career that allows for personal well-being and family time. Mindset Shifts for Success: How overcoming self-doubt and adopting an entrepreneurial approach helped Maaike confidently enroll students at a higher level and scale her income to over €41,000 in just two months. Tune in to uncover how you can break free from the 1:1 teaching model, scale your income, and create more impact—without burnout. Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share the Musicians Creating Prosperity podcast to help more musicians build thriving, sustainable careers! Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Learn more about Maaike Aarts here: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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The Secret to Getting More Done in Less Time as a Musician
02/12/2025
The Secret to Getting More Done in Less Time as a Musician
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure reveals why time isn’t the problem—lack of clarity is. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stretched too thin, or like you’re constantly running out of time, this episode will transform the way you think about productivity and prioritization. Instead of feeling stuck in a cycle of busyness, learn how to restructure your approach to time and start making meaningful progress in your music business. Key highlights: The Real Issue Behind Time Struggles: Why the problem isn’t a lack of time but a lack of clarity, and how to fix it. The Eisenhower Matrix Explained: A simple yet powerful tool to help you identify what’s urgent vs. what’s truly important in your daily work. The Key to Avoiding Burnout: How to stop juggling too many tasks and focus only on what moves the needle forward. How to Delegate and Automate: Why musicians and entrepreneurs must let go of perfectionism and systematize their work to free up more time. Building a Business That Doesn’t Rely on Your Time: Learn how to shift from trading time for money to creating scalable income streams. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast. I hope these insights help you reclaim your time, reduce overwhelm, and create a more intentional, profitable business. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with fellow musicians who could benefit from this knowledge. Remember, success isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing what matters. Until next time, let’s continue to prosper together! Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event: Join Fabiana Claure for the Musicians Creating Prosperity Live Event in South Florida! This unique event will bring together musicians from around the world for an immersive experience focused on building and scaling online music businesses. The event will cover essential topics such as business strategies, marketing, finance, communication skills, and the use of AI, while also emphasizing wellness and lifestyle balance. GET YOUR TICKET HERE: Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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Why Musicians Struggle to Raise Their Rates (And How to Overcome It)
02/05/2025
Why Musicians Struggle to Raise Their Rates (And How to Overcome It)
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure dives deep into the art of pricing—helping musicians and creative entrepreneurs confidently charge premium rates without fear or hesitation. If you’ve ever felt uncomfortable raising your prices or worried about losing clients, this episode will transform the way you think about value, pricing, and positioning. Key highlights: The True Value of Your Work: Understand why your services are priceless and how to align your pricing with the transformation you provide. The Psychology of Pricing: Discover how premium pricing elevates perceived value and attracts committed, high-quality clients. How to Reverse Engineer Your Income Goals: Learn a step-by-step strategy to set high-ticket prices that help you scale your business without burnout. Positioning vs. Pricing: Understand why it’s not about the number—it’s about how you present it to potential clients. How to Raise Your Rates Without Losing Clients: Learn how to transition existing students into your new pricing model while attracting new premium clients. Raising your rates isn’t just about charging more—it’s about owning your worth, positioning yourself as a leader, and providing life-changing value to your clients. When you confidently set your prices, you attract the right people who are truly invested in their growth—and in working with you. As you move forward, I encourage you to reframe any doubts you have about pricing and instead focus on the transformation you offer. Your expertise, your experience, and your unique approach deserve to be valued at the highest level. So take action—set your rates with confidence, communicate your value clearly, and step into the next level of your business with certainty. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and share it with fellow musicians who could benefit from these insights. Your success starts with the value you place on yourself and your work. Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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Automate Your Content & Sales: AI Hacks for Music Entrepreneurs
01/29/2025
Automate Your Content & Sales: AI Hacks for Music Entrepreneurs
In this episode of the Musicians Creating Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Fabiana Claure explores how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the music industry. Many musicians hesitate to embrace AI, fearing it might replace creativity—but in reality, AI is a tool that can amplify your impact, streamline your business, and free up time for what truly matters: making music and connecting with your audience. Key highlights: Debunking AI Myths – Why AI is not a threat to musicians but a powerful tool to enhance creativity and efficiency. Saving Time with AI – Learn how to use AI to automate content creation, transcribe sales calls, and repurpose ideas into blogs, emails, and social media posts. Custom AI for Musicians – Discover how Marketing Maestro, a custom-built AI, is helping musicians streamline their marketing and grow their businesses effortlessly. Using AI for Business Growth – Explore how AI-powered CRMs, transcription tools, and scheduling apps can optimize your workflow and improve client engagement. Why Early Adoption Matters – Understand why embracing AI now will give you a competitive edge in the music industry. I hope this episode empowers you to start leveraging AI to grow your business, save time, and amplify your impact. If you enjoyed this conversation, please leave us a review and share it with fellow musicians who could benefit from this knowledge. Want to explore AI-powered marketing strategies for your music business? Reach out to learn more about Marketing Maestro and other AI resources! Until next time—let’s continue to prosper together! Subscribe To The Musician’s Creating Prosperity Podcast: | | Book A Call With Dr. Fabiana Claure: Connect With Dr. Fabiana Claure: | | | | About Dr. Fabiana Claure: Fabiana, a concert pianist turned successful entrepreneur, co-founded Superior Academy of Music® in 2011 and managed it remotely with her husband from 2016, driving increased efficiency and profitability. Simultaneously, as Founder and Director of the University of North Texas Music Business and Entrepreneurship Program (2016-2021), she pioneered initiatives aiding musicians in business launches and program recognition. In 2020, she launched her online mentorship program, utilizing the Musician’s Profit Umbrella® method to help musicians globally scale their businesses. Transitioning from academia in 2021, she now focuses on coaching, performing, and speaking engagements while assisting musicians in expanding their online music businesses for both financial growth and meaningful life design.
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