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best of 2024 ♡ the era of craftsmanship is here
The 2024 GRAMMYs confirmed it: we're living in an era where excellence in music is defined by artistry, execution, and intention.
Taylor Swift :: An Empire Built on Empathy
As part of a podcast series hosted by Myke Hurley, I was invited to host an episode about a personal hero, so I of course picked Taylor Swift.
Recorded before the re-recordings and record-breaking tour took center stage, the episode explores what I believe to be her true superpower: turning emotional intelligence into smart, impactful business strategy. The full episode is transcribed here.
Notes on Taylor Swift’s WSJ Op-Ed
Who but Taylor Swift would promote a blockbuster pop album with an op-ed in Wall Street Journal, the person who seems completely unaffected by the music crises. She has sold more albums than Britney Spears, Eminem and Prince; all of whom had the advantage of selling records while people were still buying records.