🐺 Think you have to go it alone in music to prove yourself?
In this episode of A Drummer’s Guide To... The Lone Wolf Trap, I’m breaking down the hidden cost of trying to build your career solo — and why real success is built with other people, not in isolation.
🎯 You’ll learn:
• Why isolating yourself slows your progress
• How to find your people (even if you’re shy)
• The difference between using contacts and building genuine connections
• What healthy networking looks like — without the cringe
• How mentors, bandmates, and fellow creatives keep you sane and successful
This one’s for you if you’ve been doing everything on your own, wondering why it feels so hard. You're not meant to go it alone. 🖤
🎧 Listen now on all podcast platforms and YouTube, and start building your career together.
#MusicCareer #ProMusician #NetworkingTips #DrummersGuideTo #CreativeCommunity #MusicianMindset
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190 - Broke, Big and the Bit In-Between
🎯 Think you're either broke or famous if you want a career in music? Think again.
In this episode of A Drummer’s Guide To..., I’m sharing the truth about the bit in between — the one no one talks about, but where most of us actually live (and thrive).
🛠️ You’ll learn:
• The real range of sustainable music careers
• Why viral fame doesn’t equal happiness (or money)
• How to define success for your life and your values
• Ways to diversify income streams without losing your creativity
• How I’ve built a fulfilling career without being “big” — and why I wouldn’t trade it
If you’ve ever felt like you’re not doing enough, or not going fast enough, or not being seen enough — this one’s for you.
🎧 Listen now, and let’s normalise being in the middle of the mountain ⛰️
🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes on building a real, human, joyful career in music.
#MusicCareer #ProMusician #CreativeLife #SustainableSuccess #DrummersGuideTo
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189 - A Social Media Deep Dive
Feeling overwhelmed by social media as a musician?
This episode is your deep dive into crafting a clear, professional, and magnetic online presence.
I share proven strategies for optimising your profiles, creating compelling content, and building real connections in the music world.
Whether you’re a beginner or looking to sharpen your social game, this episode is packed with actionable tips to help you stand out and grow your career.
🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more practical music career advice every week!
#SocialMediaDeepDive #MusicCareerTips #MusicianGrowth #DrummingCommunity
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188 - The Overwhelm Fix
Feeling overwhelmed by all the things you need to do as a musician?
Between teaching, performing, creating content, and managing your actual life… it can feel like you’re constantly behind or burning out. In this episode of A Drummer’s Guide To…, I’m sharing the systems and mindset shifts I’ve used to go from chaotic and overstretched, to focused and fulfilled in my creative work.
In this video, you’ll learn:
✅ How to prioritise when everything feels urgent
✅ Simple tools to reduce decision fatigue
✅ The real reason you're overwhelmed—and how to fix it
✅ My exact weekly structure for balancing creativity, rest, and income
📌 New episodes every week — subscribe for more tips on surviving and thriving as a working musician.
👇 COMMENT below: What’s your biggest source of overwhelm right now? Let’s talk about it.
#TheOverwhelmFix #MusicianLife #DrummerPodcast #ADrummersGuideTo #ProductivityForCreatives #MentalHealthForMusicians #CreativeRoutine
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187 - Reigniting Your Spark
🔥 Feel like your creativity’s dried up? You’re not broken—this is part of the process.
Whether you’re a drummer, musician, or creative of any kind, it’s normal to go through phases where inspiration feels completely out of reach.
I’ve been there—burnt out, bored, and wondering if I’d lost my spark for good. In episode #187 of A Drummer’s Guide To... Reigniting Your Spark, I’m sharing:
🎯 Why periods of low motivation are actually necessary
🛠️ Simple, real-world strategies to reignite your inspiration
🧠 How to spot patterns in your creative slumps—and use them to your advantage
💡 Why stepping outside your comfort zone could be the reset you need Creativity doesn’t always look exciting. But sometimes the best growth comes in the quiet.
🎧 Tune in on YouTube or your favourite podcast platform. Just search A Drummer’s Guide To…
🌟 Want more support on your journey?
Visit www.emilydrums.com/ama to submit a question
#CreativeBlocks #MusicianMotivation #InspirationTips #MusicMindset #MusicianBurnout #ADrummersGuideTo #DrummerPodcast #ReigniteCreativity #MusicianSupport #MentalHealthForMusicians
’A Drummer’s Guide To...’ is the podcast that dives into everything it takes to thrive as a professional musician beyond the practice room.
Hosted by Emily Dolan Davies, a drummer since 1999, pro since 2008, and a passionate mentor since 2018, this show unpacks the real-world challenges, triumphs, and strategies for building the career of your dreams.
Whether you’re chasing gigs, navigating the music industry, or balancing passion with practicality, Emily’s got your back with honest insights and inspiring stories.
Find out more about Emily at EmilyDrums.com
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