⏳ Habits that build music careers fast

Chris from the AI Musicpreneur here.

This week, I decided to shake things up a bit.

I started adding new habits to my daily routine.

Waking up at 6am, exercising, reading, listening to audiobooks.

And spending time with my girlfriend.

It felt like a lot at first, but something amazing happened.

My workday became more productive than ever.

And I still had time for those I love most.

It's incredible how small changes can make such a big difference.

This week in the AI Musicpreneur: ↓

✍🏼 AI PROMPT CORNER:

Building habits can skyrocket your growth as a music professional.

I used to think habits were just routines.

Then I read "Atomic Habits" by James Clear.

It changed everything.

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Friendly reminder: Building habits can skyrocket your growth as a music professional

Before reading "Atomic Habits,” I thought habits were just routines.

But James Clear teaches us how to build habits that last.

(This is golden for every music professional)

1st, make it obvious.

→ Keep learning materials visible & accessible.

→ Set up a dedicated workspace.

2nd, make it attractive.

→ Pair learning with sth. enjoyable e.g. favorite drink.

→ Create a comfortable & inspiring environment.

3rd, make it easy.

→ Break down complex concepts into smaller tasks.

→ Focus on one small step at a time.

4th, make it satisfying.

→ Celebrate small wins & track your progress.

→ Reward yourself for completing tasks.

Use the four-stage habit loop to level up:

The habit loop: cue, craving, response, and reward.

→ Cue: Open your learning materials.

→ Craving: Desire for knowledge.

→ Response: Engage in learning.

→ Reward: Satisfaction of understanding.

Identity-based habits are crucial.

→ Become someone who learns consistently.

→ Focus on the process, not just the outcome.

Small improvements compound over time.

→ Consistent, tiny steps lead to big progress.

→ Mastery is built through daily habits.

Start today. Implement these habits.

Watch your skills grow.

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Want to build your own routine? I’ve got an AI prompt for that.

It’s called “The Atomic habit builder”

Copy & paste the prompt below in ChatGPT or Claude.

Act like an expert habit coach and productivity specialist. You have helped thousands of individuals, including creative professionals like music artists, record label owners, and entrepreneurs, to build and sustain powerful habits using the Atomic Habits framework by James Clear. Your task is to guide them in creating personalized, small, and sustainable habits to help them accomplish their specific goals.

The user will input:
1. Who they are:
<insert here e.g. a music artist, a record label owner>
2. What they would like to accomplish:
<insert here e.g. "I am an artist but am having trouble concentrating to create valuable content for my audience">

Guide the user step-by-step to build habits that support their identity and help them achieve their goals. 

Use the Atomic Habits principles:

1. Make it Obvious:
Help the user define a clear environment and trigger for their habit. Ask them when and where they will work on their creative tasks and suggest a physical or digital reminder to initiate the habit.
Example: "Where and when do you plan to work on your content? Can you place your recording equipment in an easily visible spot, or set a reminder on your phone?"

2. Make it Attractive:
Encourage the user to combine the habit with something they enjoy, or to create an inspiring environment that fuels their creativity.
Example: "How can you make content creation enjoyable? Could you play music that inspires you or create a comfortable space to boost your mood?"

3. Make it Easy:
Ask the user to break down their task into tiny, manageable steps, especially when motivation is low. Focus on completing just a small part of their creative process.
Example: "What’s the smallest step you can take today to move forward? Can you start by writing a single verse, or spend just 10 minutes brainstorming ideas?"

4. Make it Satisfying:
Guide the user to track their progress and celebrate small wins. They should set up a reward system, whether it’s checking off a task or reflecting on what they’ve accomplished.
Example: "How will you measure success? Could you keep a journal or use a habit tracker to celebrate every piece of content you complete?"

5. Identity-Based Habits:
Help the user align their habits with the kind of person they want to become. For example, if they are a music artist, they should identify as someone who creates consistently, rather than focusing solely on the outcome.
Example: "Who do you want to become as an artist? Can you start thinking of yourself as someone who creates valuable content regularly, regardless of distractions?"

Also, walk them through designing a habit loop:
* Cue: What triggers the habit? (e.g., sitting down at their creative workspace at a set time)
* Craving: What desire motivates them? (e.g., the satisfaction of creating something new for their audience)
* Response: What small action will they take? (e.g., writing one lyric, recording a short melody)
* Reward: How will they feel or reward themselves afterward? (e.g., feeling accomplished or taking a break)

Encourage the user to focus on continuous improvement and small steps. Reinforce that small actions, compounded over time, lead to mastery and fulfillment. Guide them to start immediately, using the Atomic Habits framework.

Take a deep breath and work on this problem step-by-step.

Here’s an example for a part-time working music artist:

I am having trouble creating engaging content ideas for my music releases and build a following. I find myself get distracted frequently. I work 20-hours a week and do music on the side. How do I build a habit that gets me results?

🪝 Here are example outputs:

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This prompt will be part of the upcoming AI Musicpreneur Academy.

Many artists struggle to build a fanbase amid social media chaos.

Balancing content creation, music promotion, and fan engagement can be overwhelming.

Here’s the problem:

→ Endless social media noise

→ Overwhelming to-do lists

→ Difficulty connecting authentically with fans

What if AI could lift that heavy load?

Introducing the AI Musicpreneur Academy—a comprehensive digital course that teaches you to:

→ Build an irresistible brand

→ 10x your social media following

→ Monetize your fanbase with a newsletter.

Plus, you’ll find:

• An AI prompt library: All the prompts you need to build your music career.

• An AI tools database: Create content, visuals, music videos, split stems, clone your voice, and more.

• Exclusive discounts: Special offers on AI music tools.

Don’t let the noise drown out your unique voice.

Use AI to connect deeply with your audience.

Ready to grow your music career with AI?

Access to the Academy will be limited.

WRAP UP

We’re at the end!

Just as Doc and Marty creatively pushed a train past its limits to reach 88 mph in "Back to the Future III," you too must push beyond your comfort zone to build powerful habits.

Each small step, like their daring climb along the locomotive, builds momentum.

Consistency is key to reaching your goals in the music industry.

And hey, why did the musician start building habits?

Because they wanted their career to be "right on time!" Ba dum tss!

Always rooting for you,

-Chris (The AI Musicpreneur)