Do What You Love

This episode features an interview with Steve Jaz by Jazz Singh from Jazz Real Estate discussing everything from business to mindset and what it takes to make a living doing what you love.

Vocal Coach and Founder of Soundcheck Studios in Ballarat Victoria, Zara Jarvis launched her Music School just over 2 years ago and in that time, has built a thriving community of over 200 students both in person and online. Despite a 95% statistic of failures for starts ups, Zara has managed to create a profitable business, with a team of 13 staff, a strong instagram following and has recently launched her online store. 
In this interview, Zara shares some powerful tips to those who have started or are considering launching into a music education business.

 We discuss her personal challenges and triumphs throughout her journey, including a serious health scare at 20 years of age, which taught Zara that life can be short and fuelled her inspiration to live life to the fullest, to chase her dreams and take massive action. 
This conversation explores the harsh reality of owning a business, the value of patience, learning new skills and managing operations, marketing, performance management as well as key factors for hiring new staff, optimising creativity and more. Zara is proof that with the right attitude, driving desire and genuine passion in your own cause, that it’s possible to build your dreams and make a living doing what you love. Follow Zara on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zarjarv/ Follow Steve Jaz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steve.jaz/

 Learn more about Music Valley at: www.musicvalley.com.au

WARNING - This interview contains language that may not be suitable for kids. Producer, DJ, Songwriter, Radio Host and Multi-Platinum Award Winner from the Band, The Potbelleez, Jonny Sonic’s music career has spanned across the globe, including support for Usher on a 16 Arena Tour, Headlining for The Prodigy, Chemical Brothers, Groove Armada and Basement Jaxx. In this rare and exclusive interview with Jonny, we reveal his unique process of music creation and uncover how to ‘tap’ into that ‘Frequency’ when producing and capturing the essence of your sound. Jonny has been producing and writing professional and platinum-selling tracks for 30 years working with Universal, Ministry Of Sound, BMG, Vicious Records, and is passionate about helping artists succeed in the industry. Jonny has recently joined the team at Music Valley Studios in Melbourne to work with aspiring artists and producers who are ready to level up their skills and get them Record Label Ready. Learn more about the course and download your free copy of his e-book ’10 Pro Tips Record Labels Don’t Want You To Know’ at: jonnysonicmusic.com/ Learn more about Music Valley at musicvalley.com.au Or visit: linktr.ee/musicvalley to view full services.

This episode is a live recording of an interview with Steve Jaz as part of the live immersion event with Jag Jassel from Agency Business School - Australia’s Elite Business School for Marketers and Ad Agency Owners. Steve shares some of the key lessons learned over the past decade, what worked, what didn't, all revealed in this 90min live Q& A style event. 
From his initial inception of Music Valley to product design, market fit, and some of the most EXPENSIVE Lessons he faced in the pursuit of preparing to franchise his business. He reveals the key characteristics and skills needed to build a company that gives artists alternative pathways for making a living in the music industry - an agreement he made with himself when he decided to pursue his path as a teenager. 
In this game-changing interview, Steve provides a sneak peek into the backend operations of the business as well as a deep dive into the current marketing campaign with Jonny Sonic from the Potbelleez. About Steve Jaz Founder, managing director, and musician turned entrepreneur, Steve has helped redefine the music landscape at Music Valley.
 After completing a music degree, Steve juggled a career as a musician and a corporate sales executive for several years. Having experienced many of the challenges that come with making a living as a musician, Steve was inspired by a vision to build a company that would ultimately solve many of the problems artists face in their journey to becoming full-time working artists. Steve's investment in his personal development and growth as an entrepreneur gave rise to creating a new model for training, music production, and career development, transforming the lives of thousands of artists over the past decade with the help of his team. With a growing network across the country, Steve continues to work on the Music Valley vision as a way of giving back to the community and helping develop a stronger music industry in Australia, creating new pathways for the modern musician Connect with Steve Jaz on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/steve.jaz/ Learn more about Music Valley: https://linktr.ee/musicvalley

How do you network effectively so you can get more gigs, build a bigger following and achieve greater success in your career? In this conversation, music mentor & producer Michel shares valuable insights and tips for successful networking in the music industry using this one simple skill. Learn more at: https://linktr.ee/musicvalley

Have you ever wondered about mentoring? What exactly is a mentor and how can it help me? How can it help others? These are common questions in today's world where mentoring and coaching has become one of the fastest growing industries in the world ($350 million per day in the US) with more musicians seeking guidance from industry professionals in the field. To help you understand mentoring in the 21st century and provide some answers to these questions, Michel Kroll interviews Music Valley Founder, Steve Jaz, to help you with these answers and decide if working with a Mentor is the right choice for you. Click below to watch the videos and learn more about becoming a mentor in the new music industry. https://linktr.ee/musicvalley #dowhatyoulove

Imagine a new system where friends and music fans can invest in their favourite local or international artists and mutually profit from their success. Welcome to Valyou X - The World's First Decentralized Global Music Artist Stock Market. In this interview with Valyou X CEO/Founder Bobby Oparaocha, we discuss the current state of music digital streaming revenue models and how all of that is changing with Valyou X which is a platform where all artists can get listed, finance their creativity and sell their shares in the form of digital assets directly to the public and their fans online. To learn more about Valyou X visit: http://valyou-x.com/ For more episodes visit: https://linktr.ee/musicvalley

“For me, the first thing as a musician, I don’t want to talk about money because you know music is sacred and it’s my thing, and I don’t think those two mix well together. So what made you decide to combine ‘Music’ & ‘Money’?” A valid question indeed, asked by Michel Kroll in this 22 minute interview. In this interview we go behind the scenes of the upcoming 'Music & Money Event' and explain the fundamental reasons why musicians fail to create a sustainable business in the new music industry and what you can do to create value in the market and start selling your products and services. Book your free seat to the upcoming free event 'Music & Money' and learn how to make a living doing what you love, full time. https://universalschoolofmusic.com.au/usm-events #dowhatyoulove

Katie Underwood who is an Australian singer-songwriter, best known for being a member of Bardot, winners of the first Australian series of Popstars in 2000. The group achieved instant success with the No. 1 hit "Poison" and its No. 1 debut album, headlined its own national tour and performed at the 2000 ARIA Awards in which it was nominated for three awards. After leaving the group in 2001, Katie turned her focus to the clubbing scene and dance music, where she returned to the spotlight in 2002, collaborating with Australian dance duo Disco Montego, resulting in the Top 10 ARIA hit "Beautiful" In this conversation with Steve Jaz, Katie Underwood reveals the essential characteristics of mindset and approach that’s necessary to turn pro and turn your talent into a sustainable career and business in the music industry. Katie connected with Steve in early 2019 after inviting her to work with USM in delivering Sound meditation workshops where the conversation continued and revealed many parallels in her personal values and message to musicians and artists looking for success in the industry. To discover more about Katie's sound healing & meditation workshops visit: www.underwoodhealing.com Follow Steve Jaz at: https://www.instagram.com/steve.jaz/

In this episode, Steve shares that life changing moment at 26 when everything changed and was called to adventure and began the journey and transformation as a weekend musician-full time employee to full time entrepreneur. Michel reveals a similar time in his life during an attempt to escape from a reality that no longer served him, where he met an unexpected mentor who allowed him to find his truth that would guide him for the rest of his life. When opportunity presents itself in life and you're called to adventure, we meet 'the mentor' and are taken on a wild journey and find ourselves facing adversity and some of our darkest fears. In that moment, you experience a death & re-birth which is your answer to lasting transformation and change and finally return as the master. Welcome to the Hero's Journey or what we like to refer to as 'The Musician's Journey'. Discover more at www.universalschoolofmusic.com.au

The difference between mentoring and coaching can be a little vague. In this episode, Steve & Michel reveal their discoveries on the difference between mentors, coaches and teachers. To find out more about mentoring and working as a professional music mentor, book your free discovery interview, visit: www.universalschoolofmusic.com.au

Celebrating the debut EP release of “Hummingbird” on 28th July as a tribute to a beautiful family friend, Natalie, aged 20 who lost her battle with Cystic Fibrosis. Now reflecting on Natalie’s life, she has become the strength & inspiration for Sandee as she shares her truth & stories in this up close & personal interview with Steve Jaz. Tickets available at: https://www.trybooking.com/WXOZ Follow Sandee on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sandeefacymusic/ Instagram: SandeeFacyMusic Support artists: Alana Joanne & Louisa Ribbonacci Special guest & speaker Nettie Burke, CEO of Cystic Fibrosis Australia.

Do you find yourself on stage feeling the fear of judgement, intimidation or disgrace? In this conversation with Michel and Steve, we discuss that critical moment of choice between stimulus and response and what you can do to ensure your decisions count. To learn more or get in touch, visit us at: www.musicvalley.com.au #dowhatyoulove

Have you ever considered what it would be like to reverse engineer the life you dream of? If we don’t take the time to design our lives according to our highest values and honour our own unique sound, message and calling, we empower other people, circumstances and beliefs to shape and govern our actions forcing limits on our potential. Thats why the first step in creating a successful lifestyle doing what you love begins with knowing exactly WHAT you would love to create by discovering your ‘WHY’. Discover more at: https://universalschoolofmusic.com.au/discovering-your-why/

Finding the right musicians, producers and team can be challenging to say the least. We have all been mislead, misunderstood and even exploited at times which can lead creatives down a dark and isolated path if we're not careful. In this episode, Michel gives some tips on how to evaluate your network social system in order to meet your needs and the demands of your projects so you can find the RIGHT musician’s, producers and people in your team who cam positively support you in your mission. #dowhatyoulove https://www.facebook.com/universalschoolofmusic/ http://www.universalschoolofmusic.com.au/

In this episode, Steve share's one his biggest set backs in business and explains how each failure was a step towards the next bigger goal. Michel explains the parallels between goals with that of the journey of mountain climbing. To learn more or get in touch, visit us at: www.musicvalley.com.au #dowhatyoulove

In today’s episode, we share 4 steps on how to be a master of your environment by creating intelligent systems, habits and routines that supports your values, goals and mission to make a living doing what you love. To learn more or get in touch, visit us at: www.musicvalley.com.au #dowhatyoulove

In this episode, musician turned entrepreneur Steve Jaz shares the 3 fundamental stages for creating a business and explains why music marketing strategy is only one part of the bigger picture when it comes to generating a sustainable income in the new music industry. Learn more about launching your career at: https://linktr.ee/musicvalley

Coming to you live from Music Valley Studios (Formerly USM) in this special broadcast interview and Q & A with Martin Case who comes as a Berklee College Alumini, and has worked for Harvard University, JMC Music Academy, a Professional Musician, Composer, Producer and Educator. The conversation presents a diagnosis of current issues for musicians and artists in the 'new music industry' and exposing some revealing truths about the higher education system and provides some crucial advice and practical marketing tips that you can use right away to start building your music brand, your loyal following and making money as a musician in today's music business. We are excited to have him live in the USM Studio…here is my interview with Martin Case #dowhatyoulove Steve Jaz To learn more or get in touch, visit us at: www.musicvalley.com.au

Do you procrastinate over writing music, waiting for that stroke of inspiration? Michel gives you some tools you can use right away to get your creative zone flowing, stop procrastinating and get your emotions out of your head and on to paper! Want to grow your following, learn current music marketing strategies that covert followers into dollars? To learn more or get in touch, visit us at: www.musicvalley.com.au