This week on the podcast we’re doing something a little bit different! I am joined by DJ Taz Rashid who works in the yoga and wellness space creating music and playlists for yoga classes and yoga events.

Not only does DJ Taz share how he has successfully created his business, and some of his top business lessons, he also shares how using music can elevate your yoga business. Of course, not everyone likes to play music in their yoga classes and that is fine, but if you do, you can do it in a way that makes the experience for the student even better. DJ Taz shares how to create an intention and experience for the class using music, as well as how to allow music to be a solid part of your yoga brand. Taz also shares tips for creating a great playlist, how to choose great music, and more.

Enjoy!

Business Lessons from this Episode: 

• Sometimes getting fired can be a blessing in disguise
• Keep building what you’re working on and people will reach out to you the more you chip away at it
• Don’t judge others or make assumptions about other people’s lives
• Your music is the soundscape for the class and you want that to support your students
• Music needs to be used properly so that it isn’t confusing energetically
• Be more intentional with your music then just putting a playlist on in the background
• Know your music and know how it works with your sequence
• Use fade ins and fade outs instead of a harsh stop
• Understand how you want to use music to enhance your classes and sequences
• Your music is a part of your brand, and a part of the experience
• The music you play is reflective of the teacher’s energy and offerings
• Having an email list can help you grow your business regardless of what your niche is
• Give away free things to your email list to get them engaged with what you have to offer
• Outsource things that are the best value of your time
• Practice kindness on a day-to-day basis
• Learn to say “no” to things that aren’t a full body “yes” – don’t worry about FOMO, we’re going to miss out on things in life
• Understand costs associated with things
• Keep the big picture in mind when it comes to your business
• And much more… Here’s the episode!

Text PLAYLIST to 44222 to get a FREE webinar training on yoga music and playlists, as well as a free download and a 75-minute playlist.

Connect with DJ Taz: 

DJ Taz Rashid
DJ Taz on Spotify

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