Several studies and researches have shown the effect of music on the brain, including how it stimulates the mind, improves memory and reduces stress. Music can also be a powerful factor in honing the skills and creativity of entrepreneurs. Picking up an instrument and learning to play it will not only make a great hobby but it can also bring a lot of benefits to one’s wellbeing, as well as insights that you can apply to your entrepreneurial journey.
If you are considering learning how to play a musical instrument, you can choose from the various types: percussions, such as drums, chimes or xylophones; brass instruments, such as trumpet, bugle or trombone; strings, such as guitar, violin or harp; keyboards, such as piano, organ or accordion; woodwind, such as flute, clarinet or oboe; or electric musical instruments.
While you enjoy creating music through these devices, don’t forget to bring home some business lessons that you can draw from these musical tools.
Listen and observe well to learn well
Listening is not just about hearing the sounds by ear. It also involves sensing others through one’s mind and heart. Music is best interpreted when it is played with feelings. Techniques and methods can be acquired if you pay close attention to how your teacher and experts do it. In the business sense, it entails observing and understanding the market, your team and the industry flow. You can base your decisions on how your customers, consumers or clients react to your brand, products and services.
Know the theories but don’t be afraid to be creative
Music has measures, rules and fundamentals. But you can also create art out of it. In most cases, music shapes culture or is shaped by culture. And as society evolves, music also innovates. It is advantageous for a musician to learn the basic theories of music as much as it is beneficial for an entrepreneur to be knowledgeable of the rudimentary of business and trade. Still, putting in your persona into your craft will even make your music or business more relatable and relevant to others. Do not hesitate to be creative and shape your venture according to how you visualise it to be.
Train and practice to hone your skills
Experience is said to be the best teacher. There is no better way to improve your skills, may it be in music or entrepreneurship, than to keep practising and applying the learnings you obtained during your training. Sometimes you commit mistakes, but that is how you learn most. It sticks to your mind which ones you should avoid in the future and which ones you must retain. As you keep on practising the skills required of the craft, you also develop certain habits that can lead to your mastering the field. Continue honing your capabilities until it becomes second nature to you to do the things you need to do.
The fruits are not only for yourself but also for others
Playing an instrument produces music that you can enjoy by yourself. But it can also be shared with others and give them a warm feeling. You build your business not only to benefit yourself and your family or loved ones but also to serve those whose needs are addressed by your product or service. You provide a particular solution to a demand, which is why people patronise your brand. When your audience or customers enjoy the value you give them, they will most probably show their loyalty to you.
Harmony is key in group work
You may be able to play an instrument by yourself, but it is even more beautiful when you play it with a band. The music becomes more alive and magnificent when you harmonise with other players in the group. The same thing goes for entrepreneurs. You may be able to start by yourself. However, if you want to grow and expand your services, you need a team to work with you. When this moment comes, you have to do things with harmony where everyone is on the same page and direction to lead you towards your goals.
There may be more insights you can get from learning to play a musical instrument. As you let your hands and body become one with your musical tool, don’t forget to be in the moment and enjoy the experience. Let the songs get into your mind, heart and soul and extend the warmth to your business. The entrepreneurial journey will be more pleasant when you accompany it with the joy of making music.