The Power of Getting In Over Your Head

In my career, I’ve learned that the best way to grow is often to get in over your head. It’s where you stretch yourself, learn new skills, and push past what you thought was possible. But what does it really mean to get in over your head, and how can we leverage it for success?

Early on in my career, I was fired from a background singing job. I wasn’t quick enough at holding harmonies, and I lacked the confidence to deliver at the level that was required. It felt like a major setback, but instead of walking away, I decided to stay and put in the work. I asked the lead singer if I could continue for free and, to my surprise, she agreed. I spent hours learning, rehearsing, and practicing behind the scenes. Eventually, my hard work paid off. The singer offered me a three-month tour.

That was a pivotal moment in my career. It showed me that getting in over your head isn’t a reason to give up; it’s an opportunity to learn, grow, and prove to yourself that you can rise to the occasion.

Getting in over your head isn’t about knowing everything in advance. It’s about having the courage to step into something that challenges you, even when you don’t have all the answers. It’s about trusting that with hard work and a willingness to learn, you will get there.

In my experience, many people shy away from challenges because they fear failure. But failure isn’t the end; it’s part of the process. It’s where we get the feedback we need to improve, where we build our confidence, and where we learn how to deliver with excellence.

And here’s the thing—sometimes you don’t even realize how much you’re capable of until you’re in that deep end. You might not have all the experience or the knowledge in the world, but if you have the passion, the commitment, and the willingness to learn, you’ll get there. The process is messy, and that’s okay.

When I first started out in my career, I couldn’t have imagined the places I would go. The roles I would take on. The artists I would collaborate with. The skills I would learn along the way. Looking back, each of those moments where I was in over my head was an important part of my journey.

Thank you Josh Klausner for inviting me to be music Supervisor on WANDERLAND! I KNEW I was getting in over my head + I knew I could deliver with excellence. As a songwriter, producer of original music for the film + working with the actors on set + in the studio. WHAT A WONDERFUL CREATIVE EXPERIENCE!

The key is to embrace the challenge. Show up, put in the work, and let yourself grow in ways you never expected.

So, my advice to you? Say yes to those opportunities that make you feel a little uncomfortable. Go where the love is, where the doors are opening. Don’t be afraid to be in over your head. That’s where the growth happens.

And who knows? The door you’re walking through today might lead you to something even bigger than you ever imagined.