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I Thought Being Good at Audio Would Be Enough

I Thought Being Good at Audio Would Be Enough

I Thought Being Good at Audio Would Be EnoughDonny Baker
Published on: 31/08/2026

When I started working in audio, I thought the formula was simple: Get really good at recording and mixing, and eventually people will hire you. I was wrong!

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THE BIGGEST MIXING MISTAKE I MADE FOR YEARS

THE BIGGEST MIXING MISTAKE I MADE FOR YEARS

THE BIGGEST MIXING MISTAKE I MADE FOR YEARSDonny Baker
Published on: 24/08/2026

For years, I made a mixing mistake without realizing I was making it. Technically, I thought I was doing everything right. I'd work on the kick. The snare. The bass. The guitars. The vocal. I'd EQ, compress and process each track until it worked.

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ou Don't Need More Clients. You Need Better Follow-Up.

ou Don't Need More Clients. You Need Better Follow-Up.

ou Don't Need More Clients. You Need Better Follow-Up.Donny Baker
Published on: 17/08/2026

Your next client may already know you. Learn why better follow-up, stronger relationships, and a simple system can create more business without constantly chasing new leads.

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7 Things Every Successful Audio Engineer Does Differently

7 Things Every Successful Audio Engineer Does Differently

7 Things Every Successful Audio Engineer Does DifferentlyDonny Baker
Published on: 03/08/2026

After 40+ years in the audio industry, I've learned that successful engineers aren't always the most talented. They're the ones who consistently do a few key things differently. Here are seven habits that build lasting careers.

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