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FIND A MANAGER, NOT A PIMP IN DESGUISE

10/24/2010

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FIND A MANAGER, NOT A PIMP IN DESGUISE     By Lady Phoenix

Cont.  To KnoW YouR DamN BusinesS

Once you have gotten to a certain level in your music business career, you will not be able to be in many places at one time, nor will you be able to continually tour, make appearances, work on your music, book shows, run your websites, handle the day to day operations of your company, and be the end all by placing all your hats in one basket. You will need a manager.


ARTIST MANAGERS
An artist manager represents an artist or act, overseeing and guiding all aspects of the artist's career, according to Wikipedia. This may include contract and business negotiation with other agents, career development and advancement and financial management. Artist managers require excellent interpersonal and communication skills, an in depth knowledge of the music industry and industry networks, good business and management skills and the ability to negotiate the best deals and conditions on behalf of the artist.

Artist managers are usually self-employed and work freelance, but may be employed or contracted by an organization or recording company. People are usually expected to have some skills before they enter the job and prior experience in accounting, business management, administration and working with people are an advantage. Networking with people in the industry is an important factor in getting work.

In the beginning of your career, I would suggest hiring or retaining a professional consultant, until you have signed with a legitimate manager or management company. It is good that when you begin talks with a label that you have good representation, an entertainment attorney, and a manager. I strongly suggest do not hire your friends and/or family members



I know some might refute all of this and say it's a headache letting someone else handle your business, but on the other end of the spectrum, it's an even bigger headache when you have poured your life into this business/industry, and someone else is reaping the benefit of that hard work because you did not handle your career as a business first.

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DJ Tycoon link
10/24/2010 04:25:39 am

I shouldnt even comment cause you left me up here without a drinking partner. Its all boring. This is long as hell but you are right and wrong. I honestly believe artists should learn how to be self managers before acquiring the help of someone else. As Lady Leo said in her comment towards your other blog, not only does it goes for the music industry but all industries in a whole. stop writing these long ass blogs and whats up with "Lady Phoenix". You better act like your name used to be "Ms. Hennesey". Much Luv

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YoshiGal
10/24/2010 10:03:04 am

This is a little long but you had some good points. The part bout hiring professional consultants especially. If you can save up money to get recording time you can save up money to get professional advice. Thanks for the follow up.

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Little Lion06
10/24/2010 11:03:58 am

I feel like this blog entry isn't too long at all. I agree that an artist should learn everything they can about the business. But once you know what you want, having a professional around to help you get it is a plus. So I understand where Lady Phoenix is coming from. Finding a manager you can trust is probably tough though.

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Adrien
10/24/2010 11:31:04 am

The part about family and friends reminds me of the Social Network movie. It seems like working with people you are close with puts the relationship at risk. If your business partner does something you don't like, you as the artist may have to fire them. While some people are very understanding, plenty of friends hold grudges. They may feel like they don't have to work hard to keep the job and your career could suffer as a result.

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Mr, Venom
10/25/2010 10:23:29 am

Its me your homie lover friend again. first off stop writting these long ass blogs. They are good but dang. Lmao. On the real you are right baby burl people in the industry period should find the right manager to assist them in moving foward. but the downside to that is its a dog eat dog world. You dont know who is out here to help you or hurt you.

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dj funkmaster olly link
10/26/2010 10:41:20 am

whats up frat? sorry it took so long. this thang is long. lol I love what you are saying in this and many people dont possess the knowledge that you do thats why we have you to spread the word. Good job but question, who is this mr. venom and why in your other blog he stating he loves you? Good girl gone bad huh...

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Sully
10/26/2010 11:38:41 am

Good stuff but if you can trust your friends or family members then it shouldn't be a problem with them being your manager. Look at the Kardashians their mom manages their career and them girls done blew up. Look at Usher when his mom was his manager his career was poppin. He hasn't had the same success that he had when she was his manager. Look at Puff and Biggie. It's all about people you can trust.

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Mr. Killa Cam
10/28/2010 01:28:26 pm

I KNOW YOU MAY BE SHOCKED TO SEE THAT IM WRITING.CANDICE TOLD ME ABOUT WHAT YOU BEEN UP TO SO I FIGURED LET ME CHECK IT OUT. NICE STUFF A LTTTLE TOO LONG FOR ME BUT NICE. I KNOW ITS BEEN 2 YRS BUT HEY MY BAD. I GUESS YOU ON THE ROAD CAUSE I KNOW THE METRO TRIPPIN. CANDICE ALSO TOLD ME BOUT U LETTING SOME NIGGA GET YOU DOWN. LET ME GIVE IT TO YOU RAW. CUT THAT SHIT OUT. READ THAT STORY BY THAT OTHER GIRL ON HERE AND SUCK IT UP. IF BUDDY CANT SEE YOU OR RESPECT YOU FOR THE GENUINE PERSON YOU ARE FUCK EM PLAIN AND SIMPLE. YOU ARE A WONDERFUL PERSON WITH A HEART OF GOLD A NIGGA AINT WORTH YOUR TEARS MA. IF DUDE GOTTA TRY YOU BELITTLE YOU OR MAKE IT SEEM LIKE YOU AINT SHIT FUCKEM. HE NOT TAKING THE TIME TO KNOW YOU OR WHAT YOU BEEN THROUGH THAT JUST MEANS HE STRAIGHT SPITTIN BS TO YA. JUST BEING REAL. YOU DA ONLY 1 TO HAVE A NIGGA BACK WHEN MY OWN FAMILY SHITTED ON ME. HELL IF IT WASNT FOR YOU I PROBABLY WOULDNT BE WHERE IM AT NOW. YOU MADE SACRFICES TO MAKE SURE I WASD STRAIGHT. YOU ARE A BLESSING TO ANYONE IN YOUR PRESENCE MA. IF ANY1 CANT SEE THAT FUCKEM. YOU HAVE DONE SO MUCH FOR FOR DAMN NEAR EVERYBODY UP HERE.YOUR A WOMAN OF MANY TALENTS. SHIT YOU LOST YOUR DAUGHTER AND WAS STILL GIVING YOUR ALL. EVERYBODY MAKE MISTAKES BUT YOU'LL BOUNCE BACK. SO DONT LET THAT NIGGA TAKE YOUR SHINE OR ANY1 ELSE. DO YOU & FUCKEM. gOD KNOWS U GOTTA GOOD HEART. THATS ALL THAT MATTERS. NOW HURRY UP AND GET UP HERE SO I CAN APE SEX THAT ASS INTO SUBMISSION. LMAO KEEP DOING WHAT YOU DO MA.

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JKelley
10/28/2010 01:35:45 pm

You're right Lady P. If I might add, it may seem a little Hollywood but I think a personal assistant is a good investment too. Most personal assistants I've met are really dedicated to the people they work for and will keep a better eye out for you than a manager would. Do you have any more tips coming?

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JKelley
10/28/2010 01:38:02 pm

Ummmm, WOW @ Mr. Killa Cam.

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Yashica M.
10/28/2010 02:08:00 pm

Rissa this is good stuff. I always thought you should be working in the entertainment industry because you're so passionate about it. All that work you did with The Black College Music Conference and TJ's. Keep doing your thang Mami
P.S. When are you goning to stop working for others and start working for yourself? God has great things set up for you but they won't happen until you take that first step. Love You Sweetie.

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DJ STACKS link
10/30/2010 01:37:43 am

hey ms.phoenix. its stacks. checked out the site like i promised. leaving a comment so you wont say, "you lying nigga." i see you get alot of feed back on her thats good. i have a few artist in mind that may be interested. but i believe that anyone in any career should be educated on all components of whats needed to be a success especially management. im really digging the site. BTW i was digging that dress too. you have the number dont be a stranger

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YOUNG BANK$ link
11/8/2010 07:01:02 am

sliding thru to check it out. i see what you are saying when it comes down to finding a good manager. but what if you are in a situation like mines when you have found one but they dont want to be. i mean thats the only person i trust but "she" is doubting her self. cause i found one but "she" is trippin... so tell me Phoenix are u going to be our manager or not lol. much love yo

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jamar link
11/10/2010 06:58:15 am

i read it and i loved it. made a lot of major key points. i have seen a lot despite the fact im not just in the music industry but im in all aspects of the game as you know. even though i am the ceo if my company i still need to surround myself with people that are knowledgeable in what they are doing. very nice and it was nice seeing you again. this time around im in jville hit me up when you are in the area. much love ms.phoenix better known as .... i aint gonna do it to you

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loveless_laddi
12/13/2010 09:36:27 am

man despite wat ne one gotta say u ran this shyt fa real i could have said it any better. alot of people should look more into stuff lke this and maybe their children wont be as corrupt as they are now. someone like you should come to new olreans and jus talk to children in schools on subject matters like this because they have clearly lost their damn mind ive never been around such a corrupt city in all mi life i mean its like no disrespect but someone who was born n raised in new orleans know im tellin the truth

keep up the good work mi gurl!!

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