Testimonials
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"Madalyn is cheerful, upbeat, and encouraging. She showed me several innovative strategies in just one thirty minute phone call. She's a great resource only a phone call away!"
Elizabeth Tryon - New York, NY |
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"Coaching with Madalyn provides me with the information, support, encouragement and networking resources that I need in order to take the next steps that will lead my career to a whole new level."
Inaia - Tokyo, Japan/Los Angeles, CA |
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"Madalyn Sklar is a joy to work with. Her positive, supportive AND informative attitude helps to steer me on a clear path in what could otherwise be a rather treacherous road through the music industry."
gfire - Austin, TX |
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"Coaching with Madalyn is a great way to jump-start your music career.
Madalyn's years in the business have given her a wealth of knowledge, she is generous with her ideas and her contacts, and her energy is infectious. This is a remarkably cost-effective way of getting expert advice tailor-made for you and your goals. She doesn't take a commission and there's no long-term contract, so you know exactly what the costs will be on your end. If you are trying to get a foothold in the business or you're trying to jump to the next level, I recommend you book some time with Madalyn right away. Whether you need help with career strategy, motivation or resources, you will find out quickly if she can help you focus your efforts where they will pay off... and chances are she can."
Michael Jolkovski, PhD - Washington, DC |
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"The consulting advice I got from Madalyn was great! She understood my needs, and where I was coming from. She related to my vision, and was able to provide the practical next-steps that I needed to take to further my journey as a professional musician. Madalyn’s high-energy, can-do attitude was the shot that I needed to get me going! I look forward to working with Madalyn further, and keeping her as part of my team!"
Dave Sterling - Dallas, TX |
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"Madalyn has played a key role in helping me build a strong foundation for my music business. She has helped me make important connections in bringing together a professional team to advance my music career. I feel a strong sense of comfort in knowing that when issues arise, I can rely on her to offer expert guidance."
Amber Norgaard - Tucson, AZ |
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"IndieMusicCoach provides the guidance for that 'next big step' you've been wanting to take. In just one session, Madalyn was able to answer tons of questions we had about the music industry and making a living as an independent artist."
Allen Guthier - Gainesville, FL |
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"Madalyn has been a light at the end of an independent tunnel for me. She has helped me to see this industry as a series of conquerable hills as opposed to The Mountain I used to fear waking up to. I love this business, but I needed help seeing it with a winning attitude like Madalyn's."
Meghann Robinson - Colorado Springs, CO |
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"Indie artists know better than anyone how overwhelming the music business can be and I was suffering a serious case of "paralysis by analysis"! After my first one-hour session with Madalyn, I became instantly energized and focused on what needs to be done RIGHT NOW while keeping the big picture in mind. I accomplished more by the end of the day than I had in a month! Her own passion for music and for her work seems to latch on to you and make your own dreams seem reachable."
Shelly Phelps, The Shelly Phelps Band - Oklahoma City, OK |
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"I CANNOT RECOMMEND MADAYLN SKLAR'S COACHING HIGHLY ENOUGH!!!! I have consistently found her support, expertise, professionalism, help and motivation in my career to far exceed anything I could have known to hope for. Indeed Madalyn Sklar is a tremendously powerful and positive force in the indie music scene. It is a privilege to have be part of my indie label (Emancipation Entertainment) as a personal coach and online consultant. Day by day I feel the advantage."
Traciana Graves - New York, NY |
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"I had the opportunity to lecture with Ms. Sklar at several music industry conferences. I was able to see first-hand the depth and power of her abilities to gather information, analyze, teach and provide solutions. Madalyn is clearly the consummate professional, and most importantly, one who truly cares about the artists."
Eugene Foley, Foley Entertainment, Inc. - Greendell, NJ |
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"Madalyn has such natural energy and enthusiasm that you can't help but be affected by it. After only one 30-minute coaching session, I felt a renewed sense of excitement about my career goals and much more focused on how to achieve them. She has hundreds of great ideas, tips, and resources to share, and I highly recommend her to anyone pursuing a career in music."
Debbie Watson - Nashville, TN |
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"As an independent musician, it can be overwhelming task to promote yourself and your music. Madalyn Sklar was there to help me find solutions with her creative ideas, many resources and wealth of knowledge on promoting women in music."
Tiffany Petrossi - Los Gatos, CA |
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"Madalyn is full of knowledge and creative ideas about how to excel in the indie music world. I am most impressed by the care she gives to her clients and their careers. She has an up-beat and positive way about her and I very much enjoy working with her for that reason."
Jennifer Richman - New York, NY |
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"Madalyn has helped me put my musical goals into perspective so that I can actually begin to move forward instead of standing still. Her consulting calls are serious, fun and always upbeat. Madalyn is full of knowledge and will guide you in the direction you wish to take."
Ronnda Cadle - Atlanta, GA |
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"Madalyn Sklar is a wonderful coach with a seemingly endless supply of ideas, resources, and contacts. Add to that the boundless enthusiasm, energy, support, and love she brings to her clients, and that's one dynamic package!"
Patti DeRosa - Boston, MA |
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"Madalyn not only gives me unprecedented marketing strategies during our consultations, but she gets me thinking in a whole new direction so that I'm still coming up with relevant ideas she's inspired long after the consultation has ended. THANK YOU for all you do for me and my band. :-)"
Tish Meeks, 3 Kisses - Brenham, TX |
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"I scribbled down two solid pages of ideas during one 30-minute consultation with you. And they're not just staying on the page. They've turned into action items with deadlines. I'm not dreaming about what I want to do anymore. I'm actually doing it, and it's not as scary or hard as I thought it would be. I'll be scheduling another consultation again soon!"
Jennifer Layton, Independent Music Journalist and Resource - Raleigh, NC |
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"I want to thank you SO much for taking the time to speak with me. You DEFINITELY hit all of the points I wanted to go over, and after a few weeks of feeling really scattered about my career, I feel like I have a renewed sense of focus."
Trisha O'Keefe - Saylorsburg, PA |
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"I really enjoyed our chat. I can't thank you enough. It's comforting and encouraging to be able to talk with someone that understands. So yes, it was a real help speaking with you. And thanks for reiterating the major points in your email. I'll definitely be in touch."
Rebekah Jordan - Los Angeles, CA |
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"Madalyn sets herself apart from others who tend to offer advice in many ways. Her advice on promotion with a tight budget is invaluable. Madalyn knows what works and what doesn’t because she has done it first-hand. This saves us tons of time and money. Most importantly, she has integrity and is genuine through and through."
Denise Gouge, The Googe - Houston, TX |
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"You have been so helpful! Not only with your Elite
GoGirls group emails but with all the emails you have sent me after our [IndieMusicCoach] phone call. The help with other coaches usually ends when I hang up the phone but not with your call. You go beyond your call of duty! Thanks!"
Jeska, Showin'Tell - Franklinville, NJ |
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"Thanks for always being so supportive. From welcoming me into your home to helping spread the word of my latest release, your help and positive energy has been invaluable."
Jennifer Marks - New York, NY |
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"Madalyn Sklar and GoGirlsMusic has helped me get further than any other group I have ever hooked up with. Madalyn has inspired me to shoot for bigger & wider goals and to toss aside some of the fears that held me back. She has a wealth of information for all of us gals out in the big world. I would recommend her services to anyone trying to get their careers moving along!"
Sean Wiggins - Los Angeles, CA |
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"Madalyn has helped my music reach audiences that would have otherwise been untouched. On numerous occasions, I have relied on her for advice from where to order band t-shirts to my band's marketing strategies. Her knowledge of the music industry coupled with her enthusiasm and determination has proved to be a priceless service!"
Laura Giammona, Pieces of East - Austin, TX |
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"Madalyn Sklar is a champion of the indie musician. I have yet to meet anyone in this industry that wants to help you more, support you more, promo you more and be your strong arm. She knows SO MUCH about the business and because she operates with such integrity and intelligence, she is extremely well respected. I've put my career in her hands on a few occassions and I've never been disappointed. Madalyn Sklar is your Ace in the hole!"
Susan Robkin - Seattle, WA |
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"Madalyn Sklar rocks! She is kind, resourceful, hard working, creative, energetic, passionate and unstoppable! One always feels personally taken care of by Madalyn. She values her artists and lets you know that she is there for you. Madalyn is deservingly well respected in the music Industry. She is brimming with ideas and always willing to share them. She is a committed and tenacious business woman, dedicated to bringing women in music to a new level.
Missy Gibson, BREECH & NELLIE BLY - Los Angeles, CA |
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Workshops
"I wanted to say that it was very nice meeting you at the Hyperactive Music Festival! I really enjoyed your seminar about success in the music business. Even though I am not a musician, I am currently working on getting my foot in the door, primarily in music promotions and festivals/special events. Your seminar was very motivating and I am excited to check out some of your suggested readings! I hope to keep in touch and I look forward to reading your blogs and getting your inspirational messages. Thanks so much for your time!!"
Anjanette Merriweather
Teleseminars
"Thank you for arranging this teleseminar and offering it for FREE. I found the information very helpful and encouraging - both you and Eugene were very generous with your knowledge and enthusiasm. I look foward to the next one!"
Marie McGilvray
"The conference call was really helpful and motivating... It kick started my brain with some fresh ideas to try to get the word around. I was particularly intrigued by the 'house concert' idea and I'm pretty sure it's something that Sunspot will be attempting very soon."
Wendy Lynn Staats, Drummer/Vocalist for SUNSPOT
October 22, 2005
GoGirls Music Business Workshop
Los Angeles, CA
Here is what some of our workshop participants had to say...
"I truly feel that a large part of my inspiration to follow my dream without looking back has come from GoGirls. They have taught me to believe." -- Chastity C.
"...a fantastic opportunity for networking, sharing experiences, and meeting inspirational fellow GoGirls members." -- Elke R.
"This workshop provided an excellent opportunity for me to deepen my knowledge of music promotion and meet amazing working artists as well." -- Melineh K.
"GoGirls is great! A place that offers tons of information and unity as well. Great inspiration!!" -- Forte C.
"I thought the meeting was very educational. I was glad to be a part of this. I hope to come back next year to learn more." -- Adrianne O.
September 10, 2005
GoGirls Music Roundtable Discussion @ South Park Music Festival
Fairplay, CO
Here is what some of our roundtable participants had to say...
"Madalyn continues to provide an incredible network of musicians (both men and women) who bend over backwards for one another." -- Denise G.
"GoGirls is awesome. We are so proud to be members. You can't find a more supportive group of people!" -- Courtney K.
"GoGirls is the coolest network for musicians to meet other musicians, booking, press etc. I'm impressed and inspired by them and honored to be a go boy." -- Benjamin C.
August 20, 2005
Songsalive! Workshop - Austin, TX
"Community, Networking and Promotions for the Indie Artist"
Here is what some of our workshop attendees had to say...
"Madalyn indeed shows off her knowledge of being in the industry for 10 years. She demonstrates this in every phase of her lectures." -- Leslie S.
"Very informative and useful information to forward our band as a business." -- Chris D.
"Madalyn is a gold mine of resources for musicians and GoGirlsMusic has been a major motivator and growing experience for me and my music career!" -- Melissa M.
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