Ep 25: Annette Philip - Embracing Imperfections: The Grammy-Nominee Art Entrepreneur's Journey in Leadership and Self-Growth

Annette Philip is a multi-award-winning musician, educator, and arts entrepreneur. A seasoned recording and touring artist, composer, pianist, and voice-over actor, she is a Grammy-nominated producer, an Emmy-nominated TV personality, and a bonafide sari connoisseur.

At Boston's Berklee College of Music, Annette is the Founder and Artistic Director of the Berklee Indian Ensemble, a viral phenomenon with over 300 million views. In 2023, the Ensemble's debut album, "Shuruaat," was nominated for a Grammy for Best Global Music Album. Besides performances with several legends, including A.R. Rahman, Bill Whelan, Nona Hendryx, and Zakir Hussain, Annette has spent over a decade touring the globe with the internationally acclaimed vocal quartet Women of the World, disruptors in the a cappella world, singing in 37 languages and counting.

In all she does, including her songwriting duo, Tigs & Nettles, as well as "keeping it light" in her powerful online reflection series, Annette's message of self-love, dreaming big, bold resilience, and kindness are the foundation.

Key themes emerging out of our conversation:

• You don't have to do it on your own
• There is a Synergy between Math and Music
• Believing in yourself and trying something new
• Absolute perfection is unachievable and unattainable
• Acknowledging that most learning comes from others
• Creativity is inherent in all of us, and we need to embrace it
• Embracing "what if" and "why not" in creativity and entrepreneurship
• Seeking guidance and mentorship and recognizing areas of stagnation
• Art making is collaborative, allowing for different influences and perspectives
• Acknowledging that you will make mistakes, practicing forgiveness of oneself
• Community building, acknowledging that we can't do it alone, and inviting others into our journey

Mentioned Resources:

SHURUAAT (BIE's debut album feat. 98 musicians from 39 countries)

Mark My Brow (Feat. Antonio Sanchez & John Patitucci)

No Visitors Allowed (Tigs & Nettles)

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