I started Berklee Online for Music Business last year and was fully committed to building a serious career in the industry. My second semester of my second year, I found out I was pregnant and stepped away pretty abruptly to focus on that chapter of my life.
Now my son is here, and I’m trying to be intentional about my next move. I’m focused on creating a cultural hub in the Philadelphia area that curates immersive experiences, gives artists direct exposure, and builds a strong community without relying on traditional label systems.
I’m at a crossroads between going back to Berklee or starting to build and gain experience now while raising a newborn. I know the industry isn’t know for being the most flexible, but is there a way to navigate? Especially from a low grade music epicenter like Philly where networking is something you need to really reach for.
Would really value insight from anyone who’s taken a non-linear path or balanced early parenthood with building something in music. Is this a pipe dream for now? How did you regain momentum and position yourself long term?