Preconceptions, Egos and Fear - How to Deal with it!

08/04/16 • 116 min

Preconceptions, ego and fear are a few topics who's prevalence should lead to greater self inspection. As drummers it's important we realize not only how to improve, but how to refrain from creating self-made pitfalls. Preconceptions are the perspectives that form in our mind while ego is the response to our preconceptions with a focus on me. Lastly, fear is that driver that motivates preconceptions and ego to protect oneself, often at the expense of others... and almost always at the expense of ones self in due time.

Preconceptions, Egos and Fear

What we're saying in this post is, self-awareness in life isn't always as important as self-forgetfulness. Creating models that matter while adding value to those around you, is what matters most.

This podcast features Wayne Blanchard, and let me tell you, he is one incredibly wise man. Not only is Wayne a studied drummer in his own right, but Wayne also has worked with everyone from Neil Peart to Dave Weckl. In his time working for Sabian, Wayne helped the company rebrand aspects of it's business and change it's approach to marketing. This podcast is one of my personal favorite's. Wayne's insights are not only brilliant, but also are that of his experiences and the environment that assisted in his wonderfully creative approach to thinking.

Growing up in Germany, England and Scotland, now living on the east coast of Canada, Wayne Blanchard lives a life that embodies personality, creativity and humility. Playing in clubs by age 13, Wayne grew up drumming and playing bass, drawing inspiration from Beat-Club and listening to Radio Luxembourg. It wasn't until hearing Cream and Hendrix that Wayne found himself transmogrified as a musician. The influence of Average White Band and Jeff Beck also made an impact as Wayne transitioned from a life in Post War Germany, to one in England and Scotland.

Why Listen?

Wayne shares why:

Phil Collins and Mike Portnoy are the ultimate endorsers
Distinction matters (don't be neapolitan ice cream!)
Everyone liking you is a distraction from what matters
Innovation is important

Quotes

Most people prefer to be informed enough to make up their own mind.
Accept that you're not right all the time. The one time you're wrong can wreck everything.
Just because people like things doesn't mean it's good for you.
Brand is like a magnet.
It's what you are, not what you do.
Don't sell, create value.

Connect

[email protected]

Preconceptions, Egos and Fear

What we're saying in this post is, self-awareness in life isn't always as important as self-forgetfulness. Creating models that matter while adding value to those around you, is what matters most.

Why Listen?

Wayne shares why:

Phil Collins and Mike Portnoy are the ultimate endorsers
Distinction matters (don't be neapolitan ice cream!)
Everyone liking you is a distraction from what matters
Innovation is important

Quotes

Most people prefer to be informed enough to make up their own mind.
Accept that you're not right all the time. The one time you're wrong can wreck everything.
Just because people like things doesn't mean it's good for you.
Brand is like a magnet.
It's what you are, not what you do.
Don't sell, create value.

Connect

[email protected]

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