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[nicefish]

My path was similar Colt. Guitarist in a band and handling show recording duties back in the 80s, turned into sound guy touring with A list artists and keeping my life simple so I could buy gear. Now 39 years as a pro audio guy, toured to 39 countries, works with household names, own a 3000 sq ft recording facility with a 56 ch Neve desk…where you end up is not always where you thought you would when you began your journey.

[aleksamrkela]

What you said in the end is crucial. Attachment to outcome really hampers a lot of us: like a guy who has a one-sided crush on his female friend and fails to notice all of the women who are actually interested in him, we tend to zone in on this one thing as if it's the only key to our happiness without knowing if it actually complements who we are. It's much more rewarding to learn and take in whatever skills you can learn. One just may awaken in them a talent they never knew they even had.

[sylvaindion]

Thanks Colt, your story is very inspirational.

[mikelo]

Life lesson, not just music advice. Thank you!

[danymalsound]

This is so true and needs to be factored/discussed! Thanks for sharing, as always!

[SongTownUSA]

Real success is being willing to adjust on the fly to help others...and walk through the doors that appear before us, even if we never imagined that path before. Good stuff Colt!

[TRXST.ISSUES]

Great advice across the board, I describe one of the last concepts as:

“Don’t argue with how success decides to show up in your life.”

You went and followed the path that opened in front of you, good man.

[EricSauerets]

Thank you. I need this reminder constantly that there's actually nothing in my way other than my willingness to do it, and I love that you and other creators are sending that message out into the world.

[fiddlefolk]

Colt, I have watched you from almost the beginning! You are an inspiration... You are a personable guy with great advice and you work hard. Proud of you and your success!

[arendbrinkjr]

Thanks man, hit the nail with this one. Much appreciated!

[LevelStudio]

I’ve said it a few times and I’ll say it again, you’re huge inspiration to a lot of us man!!! Me personally, I’m starting to make the vids, going after the clients I want, getting into outboard gear, and just upping my mixing skills 🎉

[guitarwalljams]

Man this video hits hard. Thanks Colt. Keep putting out great inspiring content.

[Jeremy_Kinsey]

That first video is what led me to your channel... Keep doing what you do, Colt. Authenticity is an endangered trait in the biz!

[keithmcfadden]

Hey Colt. Dude, you don't know how I really needed to see this video. There's times when I need that 'kick in the ass' to remind me that I could do this. Thank you for reminding me that before you could go a mile, you have to move an inch.

[bigmike]

You’ve come a long way Colt. Glad to see you come up and stick to it bro. I think most of us are on that same journey. Thanks for everything that you’ve shared throughout the years. Cheers 🤘🔥🔥

[frequincyrecording]

The journey has and continues to be amazing for me!
My story is very similar. Great video and insight Colt.

[justinkylelee]

First video I watched of yours was the studio build! Been here ever since! Thanks for the content!!

[mangehallin]

Now we wanna see some live clips of you and your band!

[kelvinfunkner]

hey!!! the voiceover audio is back!!! and it sounds G.L.O.R.I.O.U.S.! And my story is uncannily similar. I never really intended to own and run a recording facility, but here I am 20yrs later and loving it!!! (I still get to do a cool tour once in a while too!)

[MiamiTabor]

I also rode motocross and played guitar starting before high school but also wanted to fly. I have a bike and still noodle around on the guitar but I’ve been flying for over 42 years. It took a long time before it paid off and I’m happy and lucky doing what I love to do. I really admire musicians and those making a living in the music industry. It didn’t work out for me because I didn’t have the drive and dedication needed to succeed with music. My door opened for flying and I had the dedication there.
Life has many turns.