The Strategy of 'Going for the No'

As a drummer, Jeff Bowders has performed and/or recorded with guitarists Paul Gilbert, John 5, George Lynch, Joe Satriani, Larry Mitchell, Richie Kotzen, Scott Ian, Phil Collen, Warren DeMartini, Kiko Loureiro, Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal, Justin Derrico, Pat Travers, Brad Whitford, Kim SeHwang, Mike Keneally, Michelangelo along with artist Puddle of Mudd, Shakira, Stu Hamm, Nelson and Graham Bonnet/Alcatrazz.

He has played on sessions for NBC's "The Voice," as well as music that's been featured on CBS, MTV, VH-1, Nickelodeon and the Discovery Channel.

He has produced three (3) highly acclaimed books for Hal Leonard Publishing, as well as authored drum curriculum for Musician's Institute in Hollywood, CA.

Here's a sneak peek inside this episode:

• [3:40] The strategy of "Going for the No." Time is so precious that we don't have the luxury to waste it on someone's indecisiveness. You have to push them to the point where they say no, which then gives us the green light to move on to someone who could actually benefit from our time and energy.
• [12:41] Many successful artists don't focus on their weaknesses, only their strengths... and that's what makes them successful at their craft.  No one else but us knows the extent of our own capabilities. 
• [15:58] In order to truly succeed in this industry, along with your musical capabilities, you must also bring a humble personality and high quality character to the table.
• [23:17] There's always something good that will come out of a negative experience.
• [26:34] The amount that you can positively affect the lives of other people, and inspire them to be the best that they can be, through whatever art you create, that's the real definition of success.
• [34:45] Comparing yourself to others is a toxic, no-win situation.  You will never be them, and they will never be you.... you can only be the best version of yourself.  Comparing yourself to others is a complete waste of time and emotional energy.
• [43:17] To be a successful musician, at the very least you must have a strong understanding of the musical foundations or basic techniques required to play your instrument. It's that foundation that creates confidence.

You can learn more about Jeff and his Drum Discipline Academy by CLICKING HERE

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