Are you constantly chasing the elusive "perfect" mix or agonizing over every tiny detail in your productions? In this episode, Ben and Carl share their hard-won insights on overcoming perfectionist tendencies that can stifle creativity and slow progress to a crawl. They share practical strategies for breaking free from the perfectionist's curse, trusting your instincts, and embracing the imperfections that make music magic.
Topics we discuss:
- Why striving for perfection can be the biggest obstacle to finishing strong mixes
- How to recognize when perfectionism is masquerading as procrastination
- The surprising upsides of working with imperfect audio in the early stages of your career
- Why imposing strict deadlines could be the secret to banishing perfectionist paralysis for good
- The liberating power of the "80% mix" mindset for nailing vibe and avoiding overthinking
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https://www.instagram.com/benwallickmusic/Carl -
https://www.instagram.com/carlbahner/Thanks to our sponsors!
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https://www.benwallick.com/https://www.carlbahner.com/370 Social Media Ideas for Studio Pros
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https://branding.carlbahner.com/free-social-media-promptsListen to our Ultimate Mix Reference Playlist -
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3KNQgSPwNoRaNadSYvc65E?si=d2876096fe7141aeThis episode with edited by Gavi Kutliroff -
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