Uploaded February 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago

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#2 in my Pillars of Success is to develop a Backline. That is the team of people who help to create your thing. No one can be successful totally alone. All successful people are part of a team - even if there is only one name on the tin. This discusses the importance of your musical backline and the skillsets that need to be covered.

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00:00:00 Intro
00:00:58 DIY vs DOA
00:03:09 Can't DOA & Win
00:04:04 Support Me
00:05:06 4-Pillars of Success
00:10:21 Power of Specializing
00:12:53 Focus on What You are Best At
00:15:11 Limit Specialities
00:16:02 Who You Need & Why They Matter
00:27:24 Not Hiring = Hiring
00:32:11 Backline: A Key To Success
00:35:01 In the Modern World
00:45:53 Focus on the Songs
00:46:40 Red Flags
00:47:47 Recap
00:50:09 Conclusion