01:47 – The Power of Networking (Done Right)
Both emphasize that relationships are everything, but networking works best when you’re adding value, not just “working the room.”

03:36 – The Entrepreneurial Pull
Jessi talks about always wanting her own company, and how becoming a parent accelerated that decision.

05:25 – How to Develop a Songwriter
Jessi breaks down her process:

• Look for writers who can write alone
• Identify their natural style
• Pair them strategically in sessions
• Refine based on chemistry + results

08:41 – Work Ethic Over Talent
Jessi emphasizes this hard truth:

No amount of talent makes up for a lack of work ethic.

She’d rather sign someone “almost there” who works relentlessly than someone gifted but lazy.

11:16 – Balancing Patience vs Momentum
The long game is real—but writers need encouragement along the way.

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01:18 – The Core Message: Don’t Forget Your Why
A gentle but clear reminder: the music industry can be exhausting, and it’s easy to lose sight of why you started. Tim shares how drums were once his identity; the place where he felt most alive and creative.

03:57 – The Perspective Shift
The breakthrough: stop trying to pick up where you left off, and instead allow yourself to learn again.

06:59 – Reconnecting to the Why
Don’t forget your “Why.” What would you still do if no one paid you, noticed you, or applauded?

09:06 – Protect Your Creative Time
Start your day with your craft before emails, scrolling, or distractions.

09:35 – Reconnect with Your Influences
Go back to the music, mentors, and moments that inspired you in the first place.

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00:45 - What AI means for copyright today — human authorship requirements, why AI outputs aren’t copyrightable, how training data implicates rights, and the lawsuits shaping the landscape.

04:20 - Legal fights & emerging models — fair use debates, major settlements (like Audio/Suno), and how licensed AI systems may change access for artists and songwriters.

10:36 - Creative risks for songwriters — why AI-assisted lyrics/melodies can destroy copyright claims, dangers of AI masters, and how using AI in co-writes affects splits and ownership.

14:40 - Where it’s all going — future industry expectations, best practices for protecting your art, and why the human element will always remain essential.

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