Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Piper Madison. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Alright, Piper thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. We’d love to hear about the things you feel your parents did right and how those things have impacted your career and life.

I feel extremely blessed to have parents that have always supported my dreams. When I was 6 years old and Hannah Montana was my absolute jam, I decided I wanted to be on TV. I begged my parents for two years straight to let me try acting. Once they realized it wasn’t just a phase, they got me into some acting classes and, long story short, we ended up moving to Los Angeles as a family so my sister and I could pursue careers in the industry. Then, when I started writing music and got my heart set on making a record, my dad interned at a recording studio and learned how to produce music so we could put together my first album. My parents are creative and adventurous people, so they were just as excited as I was to be out in Los Angeles learning this new field. And we were lucky enough to have been in the position to make this big move and pursue our passions. But even if all that hadn’t been a possibility, it was the constant encouragement that the world was my oyster which set me up for a future of success.

As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?

I got into the entertainment industry when my family moved to Los Angeles so my sister and I could pursue acting. I’ve been in the business since I was a kid and have always known I wanted a career in the performing arts. I’ve been writing songs since I was 12, and released my first album when I was 16, which my dad and I produced together. I have a couple albums, EPs, and singles out now on all streaming platforms, and have been graced with amazing opportunities being a featured artist at SXSW and on the Billboard charts, as well as performing at iconic venues like the Bluebird Café and Churchill Downs. My next music project is currently in the works and I could not be more excited!

Are there any books, videos or other content that you feel have meaningfully impacted your thinking?

I am a huge fan of Shark Tank. I believe the media we consume (even passively) influences our motivation, perspective, and approach to all our ventures. So, if I’m folding laundry or making a sandwich and I want a show on in the background, I’ll turn on something like Shark Tank because I feel like if I’m consuming content during my day, it should be media that betters me in some way. Hearing stories of entrepreneurs turning nothing into something really special is always inspiring, and a huge learning opportunity. (I also really like “Million Dollar House Hunters,” because it’s important for me to stay inspired for the luxury beach house I’m manifesting- haha!)
A big part of my philosophy is maintaining physical and mental health. One important part of my wellness routine is yoga, because I love how this practice offers movement, meditation, and breath work all in one. I’m reading this transformative book right now called “Living Your Yoga” by Judith Lasater, which focuses on incorporating the tenets of yoga both on and off the mat. I’m also an avid “foodie” and I love to cook using ingredients harvested straight from my home garden. The book “Eating on the Wild Side” by Jo Robinson has enlightened me on the many healing properties of plants, and offers insightful commentary on how we approach cooking and eating compared to our ancestors.

For you, what’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative?

After my first paid gig as a musician, I remember thinking, “I can’t believe I just got paid for that!” When you can find a way to make money doing the thing you’re most passionate about, it’s pretty unbelievable at first, because we’re trained to view work and play as two things that should never intertwine. What I love most about being an artist is the freedom to embrace creativity and curiosity in my work. We call a career “making a living” because it takes up so much of our lives. I think anything so time consuming should be something we feel passionate and excited about. That’s what being an artist does for me: it lets my work double as a source of joy. That’s not to say it’s an easy job. As with any career, but especially with one in a creative field, nothing is ever guaranteed and interferences completely out of your control can happen. It’s important to learn how to maintain professionalism and stay committed even when things don’t always go according to plan. I’m constantly honing in on my craft and pushing myself. But that’s just another aspect I find so rewarding about being a creative: art is full of life lessons, and I think being an artist allows me to see the world through a more receptive and mindful lens.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://pipermadison.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pipermadison/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pipermadisonofficial
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/pipermadison
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6f4fRpNP4vhbSh6pIhmJOQ
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Kevin Sivakumar
Brian Oates