Her team at NBC Universal Filmed Entertainment refers to her as an “inspiration for change”. She herself has faced prejudices throughout her life, but as a HR Professional in the entertainment industry for over 25 years, and now SVP of Human Resources, Globally, Hoai Scott, has played a key role in educating leaders in diversity and inclusion, leading with purpose and creating a culture of inclusion and belonging in the workplace.  Beginning in 2018, NBCU began a partnership with the Anti-Recidivism Coalition in Los Angeles to open a door to those who were justice involved but pledged to be crime free, gang free, drug free, enrolled in a school and volunteering in their community.  The fair chance hiring opportunities that Hoai and her team offer is a life changing career pathway, and one that celebrates and supports diversity, equity, and inclusion, which is at the very heart of the NBCU culture.

The Hustler Files Ep. 55 -Changing Culture Is Your Mission, When Storytelling Is Your Power

In this conversation, Jesse Brede interviews Josh Teed. They chat about the creative process, collaboration, classical violin training, and the challenges of being an artist. They also talk about the importance of staying positive, finding fulfillment in one's work, and the sustainability of a music career. The conversation touches on the role of AI in education, the significance of live performances, and the value of being an independent artist. They also discuss tattoos, vinyl releases, and upcoming tours. Josh shares his experiences with recurring dreams and how they have influenced his music. They also discuss the idea of concept albums and the storytelling aspect of music. The conversation concludes with a discussion of upcoming projects and events.
Takeaways

Believe in your project and be consistent in your creative pursuits.
Stay positive and surround yourself with supportive people.
Find fulfillment in your work and strive for sustainability in your career.
Embrace creativity and innovation in education.
Create memorable live performances that engage and connect with the audience.
Maintain artistic independence and explore different avenues for releasing music.
Express yourself through tattoos as a form of personal and artistic expression.
Consider vinyl releases as a special and unique way to share your music.
Expand your live performances by incorporating different instruments and visuals.
Enjoy the journey and stay true to your own artistic vision. Finding like-minded individuals and building a supportive team is crucial for success in the music industry.
Recurring dreams can serve as inspiration for music and visual concepts.
Concept albums allow artists to create a cohesive and immersive experience for listeners.
Social media can be a necessary tool for growth, but it's important to find a balance and prioritize mental health.
Upcoming projects and events include collaborations with other artists, tours, and festival performances.


Chapters

00:00 Believing in Your Project and Staying Consistent
02:43 The Power of Positivity and Support
08:56 Finding Fulfillment in Your Work
13:43 Embracing Creativity and Innovation in Education
20:23 The Value of Independence in the Music Industry
23:12 Tattoos as Personal and Artistic Expression
26:43 The Significance of Vinyl Releases
27:39 Expanding Live Performances with Instruments and Visuals
28:53 Enjoying the Journey and Staying True to Your Vision
38:46 Recurring Dreams as Inspiration for Music and Visual Concepts
43:18 The Power of Concept Albums and Storytelling in Music
47:30 Upcoming Projects and Collaborations in the Music Industry

CONNECT WITH JOSH TEED
Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/artist/0m5NlhNMYQc0gUmvmRmVUS⁠
Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/joshteedmusic/⁠
SoundCloud: ⁠https://soundcloud.com/jgtmusic⁠
Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/jteedviolin

Watch the Full Episode

Josh Teed: The Power of Concept Albums and Storytelling in Music

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