Chapter

Tarleton and the Circus
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04:34 - 10:37 (06:03)

The speaker shares their experience of playing in gigs with a circus run by a husband and wife team, where Tarleton, the wife, led the performances with enthusiasm and pizzazz. They also talk about the importance of giving the audience what they came for, whether it's on stage or in interviews.

Clips
A musician shares his experience of being offered a paying gig to play at a pig show and another one at an art opening, both of which only paid him a little more than his transportation costs.
04:34 - 06:12 (01:38)
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Music
Summary

A musician shares his experience of being offered a paying gig to play at a pig show and another one at an art opening, both of which only paid him a little more than his transportation costs.

Chapter
Tarleton and the Circus
Episode
#370.5: Derek Sivers on Developing Confidence, Finding Happiness, and Saying “No” to Millions (Repost)
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
In the beginning of a music career, saying yes to every small gig can increase the opportunities for lucky breaks.
06:12 - 08:49 (02:36)
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Music Career
Summary

In the beginning of a music career, saying yes to every small gig can increase the opportunities for lucky breaks. One example is a musician who, after repeatedly accepting gigs and performing well, was asked to create a signature theme song for the show.

Chapter
Tarleton and the Circus
Episode
#370.5: Derek Sivers on Developing Confidence, Finding Happiness, and Saying “No” to Millions (Repost)
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker shares her experience performing in the circus and realizing the importance of giving the audience what they came for.
08:50 - 10:37 (01:47)
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Performance
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The speaker shares her experience performing in the circus and realizing the importance of giving the audience what they came for. She also reflects on how trying to be cool can hinder performance and highlights the need to overcome stage fright.

Chapter
Tarleton and the Circus
Episode
#370.5: Derek Sivers on Developing Confidence, Finding Happiness, and Saying “No” to Millions (Repost)
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show