041: How to Start a Music Career (And What They Don’t Warn You About)

If you're trying to figure out how to become a musician, how to become a session player, or how to succeed in the music industry, this episode breaks down real-world experience from 14+ years in the industry. We cover how to build a music career, how to deal with criticism, how to avoid burnout, and how to develop the mindset needed to survive as a working musician.   Whether you're a beginner asking “how do I start as a musician?” or an intermediate player trying to level up into professional session work, this conversation gives you the real path, not the fantasy.   You’ll learn: ✔️How to become a session musician across multiple genres ✔️How musicians build a long-term career ✔️How to deal with criticism from fans, family, and collaborators ✔️How to avoid settling for low-paying gigs ✔️How to build an online presence as a musician ✔️How to handle burnout and rediscover your “why” ✔️How to develop a mindset for success in the music industry   This is a deep dive into what it really takes to succeed in music, not just talent, but mindset, discipline, and strategy.   Connect with Steven Michael Martin IG: https://www.instagram.com/stevenmartinofficial/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@StevenMartinOfficial FB: https://www.facebook.com/StevenMartinOfficial X: https://x.com/StevenMartinnnn   If you are watching this podcast, I'd really appreciate your support. Please like and subscribe to the channel. It helps motivate me to keep creating more content.