Ideas

December 04, 2025 I by Steve France

The Need for Instrument Repair Apprenticeships

​France offers ideas for solving the instrument repair tech shortage.

December 04, 2025 I by Matthew Kennedy

Making Connections That Matter

Kennedy shares tips for networking while at The NAMM Show.

November 19, 2025 I In the Trenches I by Cyph Shah

AV Installations 101

Shah shares the biggest lessons he’s learned while running Astro AVL’s installation business.

November 19, 2025 I by Lauren Sleath

Small Gear, Big Gains

Sleath shares tips for amping up accessory sales during the holiday selling season.

October 21, 2025 I The Marketing Guru I by Tracy Hoeft

The Power of the AI Prompt

Hoeft offers four steps that will improve your AI-generated social media copy.

October 21, 2025 I by Lilian Werbin

Lean Into Authenticity

Werbin advocates for leaning into what retailers do best to attract shoppers: genuine connections, expert guidance and creating a space that feels like home.

October 21, 2025 I NAMM YP I by Natalie Morrison

Building Community One Conversation at a Time

Morrison discusses how micro-communities makes our industry great.

September 05, 2025 I by Chris DiCorpo

Navigating a Multi-Faceted Career in the Music Industry

DiCorpo on how to wear multiple hats in the MI industry.