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I Just Turned 50 and I'm Just Getting Started!
52 Cues Podcast, Career Advice, Personal Development, Personal Reflections, Life Transitions, Career Development for Composers, Professional Development Dave Kropf 52 Cues Podcast, Career Advice, Personal Development, Personal Reflections, Life Transitions, Career Development for Composers, Professional Development Dave Kropf

I Just Turned 50 and I'm Just Getting Started!

Join me for my 50th birthday episode as I explore my evolution from aspiring band director to production music composer and educator. I discuss my happy 30-year marriage, career shifts, work-life balance, and personal growth insights.

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You’re Never Too Pro to Grow
Industry, Mindfulness and Wellbeing, Personal Development, Career Advice, Productivity Shannon Kropf Industry, Mindfulness and Wellbeing, Personal Development, Career Advice, Productivity Shannon Kropf

You’re Never Too Pro to Grow

When you receive disappointing feedback, the first reaction is naturally discouragement. But Dave asks, “Where can I grow from this?” No matter how far you’ve come in your career, nothing is guaranteed. And you’re never too pro to grow!

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Overcoming and Avoiding Burnout
52 Cues Podcast, Mindfulness and Wellbeing, Career Advice, Career Habits, Entrepreneurship Dave Kropf 52 Cues Podcast, Mindfulness and Wellbeing, Career Advice, Career Habits, Entrepreneurship Dave Kropf

Overcoming and Avoiding Burnout

Dave Kropf discusses avoiding burnout in music composition, coping with burnout when it happens, plus self-care and wellness strategies. Learn to deal with strict clients, the repetitive nature of production music, competition, rejection, and more.

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