My Story of Why I Started my Web Design Business

I'll never forget what a music professor said to me at a networking event in college:

"You'll have to fake it to make it in the music industry."

I was studying Music Business and Digital Media, dreaming about supporting musicians from behind the scenes. I loved music—still do—and wanted to help talented people share their gift with the world.

But the more I learned about the industry, the more...icky it felt. 

You know what I'm talking about: the scams, the sleazy contracts, and the idea that you have to compromise your values just to make a living doing what you love.

I remember thinking: "Why does it have to be this way? Something needs to change." Musicians shouldn't have to choose between authenticity and success. They shouldn't have to navigate shady deals just to get their music heard.

I decided my role would be different. I would help musicians, but in a way that felt honest, transparent, and actually helpful.

Plot twist: Right after graduation, I didn't jump straight into the music business.

I didn't want to stay put in the US. I'm experience-driven. I wanted to see the world, learn from different cultures, and gain new perspectives.

So I moved to South Korea and spent five years teaching English and immersing myself in a completely new culture. While I wasn't teaching music, I was instilling confidence and communication skills in my students—something that translates directly to my work today.

Living there also meant witnessing the global rise of K-pop (and Korean hip-hop) firsthand. Yes, I went to every concert and festival I could find! Beyond the incredible shows, those years taught me invaluable lessons about patience, cross-cultural connection, and building trust. The skills required to command a classroom? They're the same ones needed to support and guide creative entrepreneurs.

When I returned to the US, I knew exactly what I wanted to do. Start my own web design business. Return to my passion for helping people in the music world.

During college, I'd worked as a Webmaster at a radio station and a marketing coordinator for our college's record label. Working on websites was always my favorite part—the creative problem-solving, the design, the strategy behind making something that actually works.

I wanted to do that long-term. But on my terms. For the right people.

So here’s what I decided:

I would build websites for music professionals, especially music school owners and independent musicians. People who are trying to make a living doing what they love without sacrificing their integrity.

Because here's what I believe: You shouldn't need to "fake it" to build something real.

Music educators are out there making positive changes and enriching kids' lives every single day. They deserve websites that reflect who they actually are, not run-of-the-mill templates that fail to capture their essence.

Independent musicians are pouring their hearts into their craft. They deserve an online presence that helps them connect with their audience without getting lost in the noise or scammed by shady "industry experts."

I get to help with that. And it honestly feels exactly right.

If you're a music school/studio owner or musician who's tired of the sketchy side of this industry and just wants someone in your corner who actually gets it, then, hey, that's me. 👋

What made you fall in love with music, whether teaching it or creating it? I'd love to hear your story. Message me on LinkedIn or Instagram, or reach out by email! 🎶