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Became a Master of the Close: https://masteroftheclose.com Jazz and leadership harmonize in this episode featuring the exceptional Jesse "JTJazz" Thompson, a composer and musician whose upbringing in a musical household shaped his passion for jazz. Dive deeper down the rabbit hole : https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley Connect with Jesse Thompson Website : https://jtjazz.com/ Jesse reveals the dynamic parallels between leading a jazz band and managing a team, emphasizing real-time integration of diverse ideas. Discover how solo artistry skills can elevate teamwork and transform both business and personal life, drawing on Jesse's rich experiences in both solo and collaborative settings. Amidst the turbulence of the COVID-19 pandemic, Jesse's journey from band musician to solo artist saw an explosion of creativity and boldness. Virtual collaborations became a game-changer, fostering new relationships and highlighting the importance of networking and availability. With adaptability as the key lesson from isolation, Jesse's story underscores the enduring power of remote artistic connections, exemplified by iconic collaborations like the sax solo in Pink Floyd's "Dark Side of the Moon." We also navigate the indie music scene, reflecting on the unique challenges and joys of collaboration, the significance of community support, and the nostalgic charm of mixtapes and vinyl records. Jesse shares his experiences overcoming technological and financial hurdles, and the conversation underscores the importance of mentorship in nurturing young talent, particularly within church environments. Join us for a heartfelt discussion that blends music, leadership, and the timeless authenticity of vinyl. -- Recommended Tools for Growth OpusClip: #1 AI video clipping and editing tool: https://link.ryanhanley.com/opus Riverside: HD Podcast & Video Software | Free Recording & Editing: https://link.ryanhanley.com/riverside WhisperFlow: Never waste time typing on your keyboard again: https://link.ryanhanley.com/whisperflow CaptionsApp: One app for all your social media video creation: https://link.ryanhanley.com/captionsapp GoHighLevel: It's time to take your business workflow to the Next Level: https://link.ryanhanley.com/gohighlevel Perspective.co: The #1 funnel builder for lead generation: https://link.ryanhanley.com/perspective -- Episodes You Might Enjoy: From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delk From One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymello Is Psilocybin the Gateway to Self-Mastery? https://lnk.to/80upZ9 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. This show is part of the Unplugged Studios Network — the infrastructure layer for serious creators. 👉 Learn more at https://unpluggedstudios.fm.