Juanny, a talented producer, shares his journey from starting at zero to creating hits on the Mike Squires and Friends podcast. He opens up about his musical influences, collaborations with top artists, and the challenges of breaking into the industry. With insights on networking, rebuilding from scratch, and balancing personal growth, Juanny’s story is an inspiring guide for aspiring producers.

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00:00:00 Meet Super Producer Juanny and His Musical Journey

00:02:21 Growing Up Surrounded by Music

00:04:10 Influential Music Producers of All Time

00:06:15 Collaborations with Mike and Harry Fraud

00:08:13 Discovering Hidden Gem Producer Packs on Reddit

00:10:09 Utilizing Stock Plugins in Music Production

00:12:12 The Power of Surprise in Music Production

00:14:30 From Mumble to Major Beats: A Music Producer's Breakthrough Moment

00:16:12 Breaking into the Music Industry

00:18:10 Collaborating with Dusty Locane and Big Names

00:20:08 Mastering Negotiations Without Greed

00:22:06 Building Long-lasting Relationships in the Music Industry

00:24:00 The Power of Networking in the Music Industry

00:25:52 Building Connections Through Clothing and Music Collaboration

00:27:49 Networking Hacks for Music Producers

00:29:43 The Struggles of Pitching Music Beats

00:31:34 Starting Over: The Challenges of Rebuilding from Scratch

00:33:38 Lessons Learned from Free Work in the Music Industry

00:35:35 Investing in Emerging Artists: The Challenges and Realities

00:37:33 Balancing Personal and Professional Growth

00:39:31 Prioritizing Personal Goals for Success

00:41:36 Preventing Burnout in a Busy Schedule

00:43:34 Struggles with Time Management and Planning

00:45:26 Navigating the Music Industry: Staying Ready and Adapting

00:47:19 Importance of Delegation and Missed Opportunities

00:49:25 The Importance of Seizing Opportunities and Networking

00:51:17 Evaluating Career Longevity and Opportunities

00:53:29 The Importance of a Supportive Circle

00:55:08 Building a Reliable Team for Success

00:57:10 Embrace Your Own Swag for Success

00:59:04 Behind the Scenes of the Studio Setup

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