Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in music education but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Tarab Ali, Founder of Muse Mantra LLC, located in The Woodlands, TX, USA.
What's your business, and who are your customers?
We are a music school, and our customers are the children and their families who appreciate music and arts. Our students range from 4 years old to adults. We focus on making learning music more fun and comfortable for the students and their families.
Tell us about yourself
I grew up in India and spent my early years playing the violin with my school orchestra. Even though I never got any formal education in music, I kept my passion for music alive, and after working for over 17 years in the oil industry, I quit my corporate job to follow my true calling - to be around music. Seeing a smile on our students and their parent's faces after a music lesson is what keeps me motivated every day.
What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?
Starting our music school during peak COVID-19 and making it through with the support of the community around us.
What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?
One of the hardest things about running any business is keeping your team and employees motivated. They have to believe in what you believe in, making the business successful every day.
What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?
- Do or start something that you believe you'll never get tired of.
- Don't be bashful in asking for help or advice from others who are successful around you.
- Always look for ways to keep your employees happy and motivated.
Where can people find you and your business?
Website: https://www.musemantra.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/muse.mantra
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musemantramusic/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/musemantramusic
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarabali/
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