397: Assess, Plan & Execute with Tara Wright: Assess Your Business – Why?

The TopCast: The Official Music Teachers' Podcast

In this episode, I’m excited to hand the reins over to Tara Wright, who will be hosting the next few episodes to share insights from her course, Assess, Plan & Execute. Today, Tara dives into the importance of assessing your business, reflecting on where you’ve been, and why this step is essential for setting meaningful goals and moving forward with intention. Get ready to gain practical tips and mindset shifts that will help you build a stronger, more sustainable studio business.

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• Learn how to assess, plan, and achieve your goals while maintaining balance.
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• Why assess your business?
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• Key Mindset Reminders
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• Stay open to constructive feedback and celebrate small victories.
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• Focus on positive thinking to review with clarity, not emotion.
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• Use past seasons as a guide but embrace change as life evolves.
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• Break assessments into quarters or seasons to make them manageable.
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• How to evaluate your past season for strategic, aligned goals.
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• Tips for honest reflection on business achievements and challenges.
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• The importance of celebrating even the smallest accomplishments.
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• Strategies to set yourself up for success in your next season.
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Links Mentioned

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• Check out the new TopMusic AI Podcast here
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• Download your Business Assessment Worksheet
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About Tara Wright

Tara Wright is an Education and Operations Director, Creative Strategist, and Music Educator who helps music educators transform their teaching studios and businesses through innovative strategies, clear processes, and actionable tools. Known for her no-fluff advice, Tara blends creative thinking with real-world solutions to make complex systems simple and effective.

With over 20 years of teaching experience and 10+ years in operations management, Tara brings expertise in branding, copywriting, and process improvement to the music industry. She has overseen the creation of impactful content, from managing digital media platforms to developing professional training materials. Tara’s work inspires music educators to build thriving studios while balancing creativity with practicality.

Tara’s certifications include Google Project Management, Google Workspace Administration, and Google E-commerce Marketing. She also holds degrees in photography, music education, genetic engineering, and marketing, which fuel her unique approach to problem-solving and innovation.

When not optimizing workflows or mentoring teams, Tara raises ostriches, Great Danes, and other two- and four-legged friends on her farm near St. Louis. You’ll often find her taking her Jeep off-road or exploring a new hobby because learning is her ultimate joy. Tara’s advice is grounded in experience and designed to inspire action. Whether it’s simplifying studio operations, enhancing marketing strategies, or sparking creativity, Tara’s solutions resonate with educators ready to grow.

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