You are only getting older..stop WASTING your TIME.

Author: Ourselves
Published: Wed 12 Feb 2025
Episode Link: https://ourselves.podbean.com/e/why-signing-that-deal-could-ruin-your-career-waste-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