Top 10 Blog Posts: Year One of Growing Together
Almost exactly one year ago, I started this blog with a simple but meaningful goal:
to contribute something real and lasting to the audio community — not just in craft, but in business, branding, marketing, and mindset.
Over 11,000 views later, I’m feeling deeply grateful.
It’s been an incredible experience coaching, studying, growing, and helping to strengthen the creative side and the strategic side of this industry.
Thank you to every mix engineer, producer, artist, and creative professional who’s been part of this journey so far.
Your hunger for growth, clarity, and impact is why this work matters.
Today, I'm sharing a look back at the blog posts that resonated most in our first year together:
Top 10 Blog Posts (Apr 2024 – Apr 2025)
10. 15 Pieces of Advice from 5 Years of Coaching Mix Engineers
Real-world lessons distilled from coaching hundreds of creative professionals.
9. The Real Timeline of Mix Engineer Success
Why the path to success isn't nearly as "overnight" as people think — and how to navigate it.
8. Core Business Philosophies Mix Engineers Should Know
The principles behind building a career that's creatively fulfilling and financially sustainable.
7. A Conversation with Jon Graber on Boundaries, Expertise, and Studio Success
Real talk about protecting your craft, owning your expertise, and thriving in the studio world.
6. The Four Forms of Capital Every Mix Engineer Needs to Understand
Beyond money: the hidden resources that build lasting creative careers.
5. Finding His Sound: A Conversation with Alexander Krispin
An inspiring look at the beautiful journey of artistic identity.
4. Starting at the Bottom: Why Your Position in the Industry is Your Greatest Asset
How to turn early-stage roles into the strongest foundation for your career.
3. "I'm Ready for My Dream Project" — You Sure About That?
The uncomfortable but necessary truth check before saying yes to major opportunities.
2. Building a Community Through Sound: A Conversation with Graham Cruser
What it really means to create connection and trust.
1. A Conversation with Jon Castelli: On Mix with the Masters, Growth, and the Future of Audio Engineering
One of the most thoughtful voices in modern mixing shares his insights on growth, mindset, and evolving creative excellence.
Closing Thoughts
Looking back, I'm incredibly proud — not just of the views, but of the conversations and momentum these posts have helped spark.
This industry deserves more open, honest, empowering conversations about how to build something that lasts.
Year two starts now.
Let's keep building, questioning, growing, and shaping the future of audio together.
Thank you again for reading, sharing, and being part of this.
