You are only getting older..stop WASTING your TIME.

They say patience is key—but what if waiting is just wasting your time? The industry isn’t set up for you to win, and signing the wrong deal could trap you in a cycle of stagnation. Before you sign anything, ask yourself: Is this moving me forward or holding me back? In this episode, I break down why bad deals, false promises, and the wrong reps could ruin your career—and how to protect your time like the valuable currency it is. Don’t let them waste another second of your life.  00:00 Introduction: The Harsh Reality 00:29 The Value of Time 00:42 The Creative Grind 00:57 The System is Rigged 01:23 The Illusion of Signing Deals 01:40 The Role of Agents 02:13 The Importance of Momentum 02:46 The Trap of Early Signing 03:10 The Myth of Patience 03:40 Personal Experience: Overcoming Neglect 04:40 The Priority of Time 04:51 Record Labels: The Cold Truth 05:36 The Harsh Truth About Deals 07:08 Exploitation in the Industry 07:42 Corporate Profit Over Art 09:08 Protecting Your Worth 09:32 Building Leverage 09:59 Think Like a Business Person 10:23 Recap: Key Points 11:04 Conclusion: Own Your Worth   Follow Arrad (podcast host)    LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: SPOTIFY APPLE MUSIC YOUTUBE   CONNECT WITH US: ✩ Ourselves (production team):  ✩ Instagram ✩ Twitter ✩ TikTok ✩ Facebook