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Coaching for musicians

Being an artist is a rich adventure.

 

The artistic world comprises unexpected discoveries, constant adaptations, and creative challenges.

Uncertainties, lack of self-confidence, or the need for support can manifest at each phase of an artist's life.

Our coaching sessions are specially designed for you, musicians, and adapt to each stage of your artistic journey.

You will be welcomed into a judgment-free space where you can be authentic and true to yourself.

 

Whether you're a beginner looking to realize your artistic dreams or a professional searching for renewal, our sessions are crafted to help you live your ambition, overcome your fears, and shine your brightest!

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Common coaching themes

For artists who are starting out

  • Support in creating an artistic project, like recording an album or making a film

  • Unlocking creative projects: overcoming obstacles that hinder the progress of an artistic project, such as doubt and lack of self-confidence, or lack of resources

  • Managing tensions within an artistic community, like tensions in a music group or a troupe, or tensions with managers and other key figures in the industry

  • Managing reactions to success or failure: support in the emotional and strategic management of reactions to the success or failures of artistic projects

  • Managing the artistic persona and the balance between public personality and private life

  • Overcoming creative doubts: support to manage and surpass periods of doubt or creative block

  • Personal development: work on personal development to grow as an artist, such as stress management and communication

  • Performance anxiety: accompaniment to manage and alleviate anxiety related to public performances

  • Strengthening confidence and artistic presence: improving self-confidence and the ability to present oneself effectively in the artistic world

For experienced professionals

  • Expanding the artistic repertoire: stepping out of the artistic comfort zone and exploring new styles or techniques to stay relevant and inspired

  • Managing expectations and pressure from previous successes: handling the increased pressure after a success to maintain or surpass previous achievements by managing external and internal expectations and maintaining long-term motivation

  • Balancing creative freedom and market demands: navigating between personal artistic requirements and industry constraints

  • Maintaining balance between professional and personal life: establishing clear boundaries, managing time effectively, and taking care of overall well-being to optimize artistic performance

  • Time and resource management strategies: optimizing the use of time and personal resources to maximize creative and professional efficiency

  • Navigating the industry strategically: support in managing significant artistic direction decisions or collaborations by evaluating professional opportunities

How does coaching work?

Imagine you're a bird 🐥: life is a vast sky filled with endless opportunities. Navigating this sky can be challenging, with unpredictable winds, storms, and unclear destinations.

A coach is like a supportive companion: I won't fly for you but I will fly with you, holding your wings and cheering you on as you navigate the air currents, find the best paths, and avoid obstacles. You will learn how to use your wings more efficiently, catch uplifting currents to soar higher, and recognize your inner strength and agility.

With a coach's support, you can explore the sky with greater confidence, tackle challenges with resilience, and achieve heights you never thought possible. Together, we work on expanding your wings and flying towards your goals with clarity and purpose.

Coaching is about YOU! It's about learning to listen to this little voice inside that tells you where you want to go and developing your solutions to go there!

After a complimentary session where we discuss the reasons for your coaching, we conduct an "unravelling" session to dive into an open discussion to understand your artistic dreams, aspirations, and challenges that may have held you back.

We create a safe space where you can share your thoughts and emotions without judgment.

 

This unravelling session allows us to define a goal, an overarching objective that will be achieved through your coaching sessions. We outline the steps that will help you reach your goal by breaking it down into sub-goals to be achieved by the end of your coaching. We lay everything out by discussing your aspirations and obstacles.

 

We can then start our sessions, and you can progress towards your goal. Our meetings act as checkpoints, accompanying you throughout your journey. If you choose the Inspiration add-on, you will receive exclusive curated surprises between your sessions to help keeping you engaged and motivated.

 

You will make the decisions that will lead you to the realization of your dreams while enhancing your confidence and well-being in your daily life. I will hold your hand and follow you wherever you wish.

 

A quick note:

Coaching sessions are neither singing lessons nor advisory sessions (nor therapy!).

(WTF is coaching?)

- Coaching example -
Based on mixed clients' experiences (fictional to protect confidentiality)

My client Julia is a professional drummer. She feels out of place in her band, where the atmosphere is very "personal," yet she believes in the potential of their music. This situation drains her motivation. Additionally, she is under significant stress as she prepares for a live TV show her manager signed her up for on a major network. She explained her situation during a complimentary 30-minute session, during which we got to know each other better. During the first session (unravelling session), she identified the following problems: she is unclear about her expectations with her band, she is exhausted from the constant travel for rehearsals for the big show, and her agent frequently calls her at 4 AM. She realized that the overarching theme connecting these issues is "boundaries and balance," so she decided that "I FIND BALANCE IN MY MUSIC CAREER AND IN MY PERSONAL LIFE" would be the theme of her coaching, with the mini objectives being "clarifying expectations," "improving communication," and "setting boundaries." In the first session, she chose to focus on ways to listen to herself, to understand what she expects from her band. She realized that she is in an unbalanced situation where the band members take more from her than they give. After the session, she committed to defining her expectations as an artist and for her band and to voice them within 10 days. In the second session, she shared how the communication of her expectations went: it was stressful. During our time together, she aimed to find a stress-free way to communicate with her band, her agent, and her loved ones. She had a light-bulb moment, realizing that she does not fully understand her own work process. The rest of the session was spent discovering her precise way of functioning. Between this meeting and the next one, she committed to practicing "saying no" a few times a day, as she realized this was a key issue for her. The following session focused on setting boundaries. Despite telling her agent not to call her at night, he continued to do so, affecting her sleep and performance. She felt she needed to communicate her needs more effectively and realized during the session that she did not believe in the value of her voice when expressing problems, thus letting guilt take over without expressing her opinions. She gained confidence in being herself during the coaching meeting. She also realized that not being a night owl set her apart from other musicians and her manager, making her feel isolated. Before the next session, she committed to having a serious discussion with her agent about her boundaries. She also committed to writing a list of 20 ways to connect with her peers to lessen the feeling of isolation without changing her sleep schedule to accommodate most of her fellow musicians. In the next session, with her show approaching, she chose to address her stage fright. She realized her anxiety was tied to her self-image on screen, so we worked on her self-image. She committed to implementing small daily practices identified during the meeting to improve her physical self-love. We had several other sessions centered around the "Finding Balance" theme. In the final meeting, we reviewed her progress and reinforced the strategies she had learned. Julia felt more empowered to set boundaries, communicate effectively, and manage her stress. We developed a long-term plan to maintain her new habits and continue her growth. Through this coaching program, Julia transformed her approach to both her band and her upcoming TV show, feeling more confident and in control of her professional and personal life. She finished the coaching sessions with a stronger sense of self-worth, less stress, and a clearer vision for her future.

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Goals and planning: You establish clear and achievable artistic objectives. Whether it's creating a major work, mastering a technique, or enhancing your self-confidence, you develop a concrete action plan to guide your progress.

Cultivating self-confidence: Through exercises and discussions, we strengthen your self-esteem and artistic confidence. You will learn to embrace your unique talents and believe in your creative potential.

Exploring what's locked: We identify the fears, doubts, and limiting beliefs that may have held you back. Using coaching and reflective techniques, we untangle these obstacles and work together to dissolve them.

Action and follow-up: Each session is an opportunity to take tangible steps toward your artistic goals. You will be encouraged to take consistent actions while receiving ongoing support and constructive feedback.

Optional exclusive gifts: Add inspiration and motivation to your journey with curated gifts, available as an optional add-on to enhance your coaching experience.

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