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Giving Up Is the Most Productive Thing I’ve Ever Done

March 3rd, 2025

 

Once, I would’ve told you the character trait I’m proudest of is my ability to hustle. In my early 20s I had this unshakeable confidence that I was destined to be a career musician—and it was mostly because I believed in this ability. I believed in my music, yes, but more importantly I felt ready and able to outwork everybody else. I’ve driven 9 hours in a day for a gig the same night, slept on floors between back-to-back shows, slogged…

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