Ourselves Podcast You are only getting older..stop WASTING your TIME.
They say patience is key—but what if waiting is just wasting your time? The industry isn’t set up for you to win, and signing the wrong deal could trap you in a cycle of stagnation. Before you sign anything, ask yourself: Is this moving me forward or holding me back? In this episode, I break down why bad deals, false promises, and the wrong reps could ruin your career—and how to protect your time like the valuable currency it is. Don’t let them waste another second of your life.
00:00 Introduction: The Harsh Reality
00:29 The Value of Time
00:42 The Creative Grind
00:57 The System is Rigged
01:23 The Illusion of Signing Deals
01:40 The Role of Agents
02:13 The Importance of Momentum
02:46 The Trap of Early Signing
03:10 The Myth of Patience
03:40 Personal Experience: Overcoming Neglect
04:40 The Priority of Time
04:51 Record Labels: The Cold Truth
05:36 The Harsh Truth About Deals
07:08 Exploitation in the Industry
07:42 Corporate Profit Over Art
09:08 Protecting Your Worth
09:32 Building Leverage
09:59 Think Like a Business Person
10:23 Recap: Key Points
11:04 Conclusion: Own Your Worth
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