At some point in your DJ or producer career, doing more stops working.

Real growth starts when you learn what to say no to.

In this episode of the Artist Coaching Podcast, we talk about the shift every artist runs into sooner or later. When saying yes to everything no longer helps your career, your creativity, or your life.

We discuss touring versus studio time, finishing music, creative discipline, insecurity, and why long-term careers are built on better choices, not more pressure. This episode is about sustainability, clarity, and staying in the game without burning yourself out.

(00:00) Intro

(02:00) Touring, shows & testing new music

(06:20) Why playing live helps finishing tracks

(09:30) Saying no and career growth

(13:40) Sustainability and boundaries for artists

(16:00) Joey returning to the studio after time away

(23:50) When is a track actually finished

(37:30) Procrastination, discipline & creative work

(42:00) Insecurity, authenticity & image

(49:00) Tomorrowland 2026 Line Up

(55:30) Closing thoughts