Headliner Mindset – Détails, épisodes et analyse

In this special solo episode of The Headliner Mindset Podcast, I reflect on the top five lessons I’ve learned from hosting over 70 inspiring conversations with artists, DJs, and industry leaders. These takeaways are packed with actionable insights to help you thrive in your career and life. Whether you’re an artist, entrepreneur, or dreamer, this episode will resonate with anyone striving for growth and success.

Here are the five lessons we dive into:

• Cultivate resilience and embrace the journey.
• Stay authentic to yourself and your unique voice.
• Treat your career like a business with focus and strategy.
• Prioritize mental and emotional health for long-term success.
• Build strong relationships and foster community connections.

Tune in to discover how these lessons can elevate your mindset and help you unlock your full potential.

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https://www.nikcherwink.com

Sippy is a powerhouse in the dubstep and bass music scene, known for her high-energy performances and fearless authenticity. From playing the main stage at Lost Lands to headlining her own tour, she’s built a career that’s both inspiring and impactful. But her journey hasn’t been without challenges. As one of my coaching clients, Sippy has worked to overcome anxiety, embrace balance, and transform her mindset into one that fuels creativity and growth.

In this episode, we reflect on how far she’s come since our very first podcast together. Sippy shares her experience of coaching with me, the daily practices that keep her grounded, and how she shifted from a fear-driven mentality to a love-fueled approach to her career and life. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to create lasting change and thrive under pressure.

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https://www.instagram.com/sippyau
https://www.tiktok.com/@sippyau

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Will Runzel is the co-founder of Prodigy Artists, one of the most successful management companies in the dance music industry who represent Slander, NGHTMRE and a strong roster of other talented artists.

In this episode we discuss how to effectively launch and market your brand to get the attention of a manager, the early years of Slander, NGHTMRE and Prodigy Artists, and the inner aspects of what it takes to be successful in ANY industry and life in general.

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https://www.instagram.com/willrunzel

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And visit my site to join the mailing list or book a free coaching call:
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Download the free “Mastering Email” PDF here:
 https://www.inthekeyofsuccess.com/email

And join the free “Musician’s Success Cycle” mini-course here:
https://www.inthekeyofsuccess.com/successcycle

Cheryl Engelhardt is a Grammy nominated artist, producer and composer who has mastered the systems (and mindset) that musician’s need to build a profitable career. Through her various programs and coaching, she teaches artists how to monetize their business through email marketing and following the proper “success cycle” depending on what stage of a project they’re in.

In this episode we talk about the importance of email marketing and how artists can greatly benefit from this often underutilized tool.

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https://www.instagram.com/musiccareercoach
https://www.instagram.com/cbemusic

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And visit my site to join the mailing list or book a free coaching call:
https://www.nikcherwink.com

RealMusic Events is a dance music promotion company that has been throwing parties in Austin, TX for over 15 years. They run the city's largest dance music venue, The Concourse Project, and also throw one of the biggest house and techno music festivals in the country, Seismic Dance Event.

In this episode we talk about what promoters are looking for, how to get booked, best practices for networking, the electronic music scene in Austin and more.

Follow them here:
https://www.instagram.com/realmusicevents
https://www.instagram.com/theconcourseproject
https://www.instagram.com/seismicdanceevent
https://www.instagram.com/thekellygray_
https://www.instagram.com/djandrewparsons

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Preston Smiles is a best-selling author, motivational speaker and transformational coach that has helped thousands of people change their lives for the best.

In this episode we go DEEP and talk about how the energy we embody and the consciousness we have, from the inside-out, greatly affects both the results we create and the fulfillment we have in the pursuit of our goals.

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https://www.instagram.com/prestonsmiles

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Bass Kleph is a seasoned vet in the dance music industry. He began exploring electronic music production just as gear and software programs were becoming available. His obsession with creating and "following the fun" lead him to have a successful career as an artist and DJ and play shows all over the world.

Now he teaches, coaches and mentors other music producers through his courses and program at www.basskleph.com. Check out his website for help with your production, as well as his recent collaboration course with The Cult Creatives that helps artists with their branding!

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MAKJ is a seasoned vet in the dance music industry. Launching his career in 2012 at the height of the dance music explosion in the Unites States, he has toured the world many times over, played at major festivals like EDC, Ultra and Coachella, put out multiple #1 Beatport hits and collaborated with A-list artists like Hardwell, Steve Aoki and more.

In the episode we talk about where he gets his drive for success, the importance of developing relationships to ensure longevity in your career, how the industry has changed, the reality of ghost production and more.

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https://www.instagram.com/makj

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https://www.nikcherwink.com

Frank Walker is a Canadian electronic music artist signed to Kygo's management team and record label. Inspired by the "golden era" of big room house music, he's been bringing back some of those classic sounds and feelings into his productions, racking up tens of millions of streams on Spotify in the process.

In this episode we talk about how to curate DJ sets for different crowds, how to attract a good manager, how to build an effective artist brand and more.

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https://www.instagram.com/frankwalker

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Next Headliner Mindset coaching group starts July 22!
Get more info and sign up at www.nikcherwink.com/headlinermindset

Lady Faith has a been a professional DJ for over 15 years and has been leading the charge to put hardstyle on the map in the United States. Immigrating from Iran at 7 years old, discovering dance music in the clubs of LA and starting off in the days of spinning vinyl records, she has fought against the EDM boys club to establish herself as a true rockstar in the scene and pave the wave for female DJs to have a seat at the table.

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https://www.instagram.com/djladyfaith
https://x.com/DJLADYFAITH

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And visit my site to join the mailing list or book a free coaching call:
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