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Managers New Year Checklist

04 January 2024

Ten tasks for 2024 that'll start your year right.

This new year we’re highlighting ten important tasks for managers to get a head-start in 2024.

1. Set your goals for the year – use MMF resources to track progress and update your business plans. We recommend How to… Check your Streaming Royalties and Credits Due Toolkit.

2. Submit your setlists – PRS for Music allows your clients to earn royalties when their music is performed live. Learn how

3. Claim your client’s TikTok Artist accountGet access to product features, promote your music, new releases, pin video, get tagged and access to the toolbox. Learn how

4. Get your tax return in order – We can connect you to our Associate accountants for professional advice if needed.

5. Invest in yourself to develop knowledge and skills – Sign up for the MMF Mechanics of Music Management, Meet The Funders and check out the Events page on our website.

6. Sign up to Lyor’s letter from YouTube Music – Receive quarterly updates on changes and insights from YouTube Music. Sign up form

7. Explore the new MMF website and resource area – Including videos of previous member events and the latest BBC Introducing newsletters. Resource area

8. Claim your client’s Amazon Music for Artists profile – Get extensive stats, learn more about your client’s audience and how they consume your client’s music. Learn how

9. Add the MMF logo to your email footerDisplay your MMF membership and link to our code of conduct to let your peers know how you conduct your business. MMF footer

10. Check in with yourself and stay healthy – If you haven’t already, check out our Mental Health Guide and sign up to a Help Musicians Self-Care Session.

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