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- [[../../toc.org][TOC - Music Money Makeover]]
- [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNY-llx8TI4&list=PLL5ztIiUDdRhyY-5P84k_Vx5ODZlnEMVs&index=4][youtube video]]

* Notes

** disclaimer
- to goal for this method is to increase value not sell leases
- leasing doesn't build a prestigious brand

** step1
- use beatstars store for displaying beats only
  - raises value
- don't use the store to say someone can buy the beat online
  - exclusive rights only
  - independent purchase $3000
  - label purchase $10,000

** step2
- double down on micro content to showcase process or a sample process of making the beat
  - examples
    - beat machine videos
  - watching people make beats is fascinating
  - don't worry how good it looks in the beginning
- learn SEO so your art can be displayed

** step3
- keep a catalog number and name for each beat
  - when purchasers email you for beat you know where it is
  - display catalog number or name and tell people to put the number in the subject when they send the request

- display content while networking

** final
- this process makes a better customer
- builds better brand
- raises prices
- keep things private and behind a gate
  - sells less volume
  - builds better brand for artist and beats