The #1 Reason Percussionists Lose Gigs (and How to Avoid It) | The Working Percussionist | Episode 2

Описание: Episode 2 of The Working Percussionist Podcast dives into one of the most important parts of building a real career in music: your reputation.

In this conversation, we talk about the habits, mindset, and day-to-day behaviors that shape how artists, musicians, and musical directors see you — long before you ever sit behind your instrument.

What you'll learn:
• Why your attitude matters as much as your chops
• Professionalism on and off the stage
• The small habits that help you get called back
• Building a reputation musicians respect

00:00 Intro – How to support the show & CongaChops CTA
00:23 Recap of Episode 1 & today’s topic: your reputation
02:19 Your reputation precedes you: being a good hang
04:17 Protecting your energy between gigs
09:20 Meeting your heroes, good hangs & why people stay working
10:14 Navigating the business of music & life on the road
13:04 Food, travel & finding balance on tour
17:00 Hard rules for show days
21:05 Therapy, mental health & tools for staying sane in this career
23:33 Staying creative, inspired & feeding your love for music
26:04 Getting back to the shed & rediscovering routine
29:00 Staying grounded, empathy & becoming the person people want to call
32:03 Presence, listening & closing thoughts

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