Part
twelve of our monthly series of exerpts from Brian's forthcoming book.
Don't
Get Tripped!
The
most damaging time you can be tripped is when you're running. If you have the
right combination of skill, uniqueness, talent, perspective, motivation and instincts,
you have a very good chance of being successful as opposed to those who do not
possess any or all of these qualities. When that success comes, it could plateau
at any number of levels. However, one of the by-products of success is notoriety. |
Can you honestly say there are no open files? Carefully consider anyone who may
feel they have grounds to launch a claim against you at the exact time when it
will hurt you the most. Be sure that you have your house in order while their
perception of their eventual benefit is still speculative and favourably negotiable.
Do not assume that everything will take care of itself in time or that everyone
involved in an issue sees the outcome the same way you do.
It has been
said by wise people that it is our unspoken expectations that get us into the
most trouble. Sign, date and have witness signatures applied to simple one-page
agreements now… even if it is to confirm that they have no claim at all. Don't
wait until you are running.
Brian
Allen has
a wealth of experience in the industry as a songwriter, guitar player, producer,
as well as enjoying 15 years heading up the A&R department at Attic Records. He
knows what it takes to be a winner in this industry, in mind, spirit and in talent.
He has over 10 million in career sales notched on his belt and will be offering
up his insight once a month, as a feature contributor to Songbridge, with excerpts
from his forthcoming book.
For more info on AMPLUS
Productions, contact Brian at brianallen@rogers.com
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