Key Conversations

In this episode, Cheryl dives into the three different types of productivity, breaking down the benefits and limitations of each, and revealing which one truly makes the biggest difference in a music career. Key Highlights: Rethinking Hustle Culture: Cheryl kicks off the episode by challenging the “hustle culture” mentality, which often fuels a scarcity mindset—the belief that if you don’t act immediately, someone else will, or that opportunities won’t come around again. She explains how this mindset can create a constant sense of urgency, stemming from a lack of trust in one’s own abilities. Recognizing Scarcity Mindset as Urgency: Cheryl emphasizes the importance of recognizing scarcity thinking when it shows up as urgency, reminding listeners that skills and opportunities are abundant when approached from a grounded, confident place. The 3 Types of Productivity: Busy Work Cheryl describes busy work as tasks that look productive but don’t actually move the needle. She shares a personal example from