Re: Getting the gig. Where did it all start?
Hello Drew et al,
Leaders do need followers...that's is the most basic definition of being a "leader"... someone that others follow. Paraphrasing a quote: "If a leader doesn't have followers....he's just a guy taking a walk". When I brought up the subject of a "leader" or being a leader, I was referring to the fact that "Leaders" have confidence, they know how to evaluate a situation, they see how things really are, and they use a combination of experience and intuition to solve problems or accomplish a goal. Real leaders understand their limitations and strengths. Real leaders don't waste their time on things that do not interest them or, in a business world, are not profitable. Real Leaders can succeed by combining their strengths, experiences and applying that to a need. Leaders are generally good at many things.
While Evan was used as an example...I feel it is unfair to say that "If not for the success of the band..." ... I disagree, and that's a presumptive statement which minimizes his achievements and knowledge. I feel that Evan would and could do anything he sets as a goal. My own experiences with him assure me that he not only likes what he's doing, but his drive to learn also indicates that it's his passion. The biggest ommission on someone's part ...is forgetting that, the Group picked HIM to be be THEIR Sound guy. On their way up the ladder, the Group could've chosen many other highly qualifed people to perform the task, but, the picked him and have STAYED with him. Whatever Evan's future holds for him, he will always be successful, it's his drive and passion that assures his success.
And, while I agree that being "lucky", and in the right place at the right time, and "picking" a good act to work with helps on a road to success... it doesn't assure success, there are other factors such as personal relations, knowledge, enthusiasm, and being able to compete tasks, that weigh in the equation as equally.
Lastly.. an important lesson that many overlook... being mentally and physically capable, combined with preparedness ALLOWS for opportunites.
Hammer
