Never wait

One of the top music industry lawyers in Los Angeles was speaking at a conference. She’s an expert in copyright law, so someone asked her advice on a licensing problem. They had recorded their version of a famous song, but were unable to get the rights to sell it because they couldn’t get a response from the publisher. The lawyer shocked the audience when she said, “Sell it anyway. Don’t wait for permission. Save the proof that you tried your best to reach them. If they contact you to ask for money some day, pay them then. But never wait.” Coming from a copyright lawyer, that was a bold statement. It was a reminder that your career is more important than its details. Success is your top priority. Never let anything stop you.