Aaron Ace Christian makes a difference by managing talent, running music businesses and supporting young talents with opportunities for future achievements. Clients of Aaron Ace Christian have won Grammys, Emmys and their TED Talk is one that has been widely viewed. Apart from tickling students’ funny bones, Aaron makes education and social support important priorities—providing equipment, paying for scholarships and leading the first-ever Disney HBCU partnership.

He has shared some tips which might be helpful for you while building a music career

1. Understand your voice

You aren’t required to copy others’ voices in music. You stand out because of your power. His message to his clients is always: don’t try to be someone you’re not. It’s often clear to people watching that you are just pretending. Instead of another copy, the industry needs what you can offer.

2. Build your team early

You will never be able to do everything on your own—and that’s good. Get supports who trust your vision, for example a producer, a manager, a publicist or a friend managing logistics. Having the correct help can take you from working from home to performing live onstage.

3. Study the Music Business

Music is artistic, but it is also about business. He especially suggests knowing about contracts, royalties, marketing and many digital platforms. While you don’t have to know everything, you do need to be kept up to date. Make sure to look after your rights, brand and what is to come for your business.

4. Create with consistency

A single song won’t last you forever. Keep developing your app, keep putting it out and aim for “good enough” instead of “perfect.” The biggest help in this industry is having constant momentum. Doing the same good work over time allows others to trust you as an artist, a musician and as someone to collaborate with.

5. Give more than you take.

Want longevity? Give back. Aaron endows scholarships, supports organizations for young people and creates new paths for others to follow. Maybe you aren’t there yet, but you can help others and also participate in your community’s events. The energy that leaves you from your actions returns to you.

Conclusion

These are some tips which are helpful for you, but you need to be dedicated, make a plan and keep learning in order to succeed in music. If you stay true to yourself, develop helpful networks and help your community, you make way for steady growth. Your career involves more than music—it’s also about creating something that will last long after you finish the project.