To me, “success” is accomplishing a set of goals. Some people confuse success with “fame.” Fame is about popularity. Success is about achievement. Surviving a tough day is success.

A tough day could be long hours while suffering jet-lag and sleep-deprivation. Or it could mean a disagreement over money with a promoter or a manager. Or, maybe your personal life is in shambles. During these moments, I try to remain positive, and I remind myself that this is simply the “ebb and flow” of life. You’re not supposed to get what you want all of the time. As the saying goes, “You win some, and you lose some.” Be grateful for what you have.

A typical work day would look something like this: wake up, eat a healthy breakfast, hit the gym, head to a session/rehearsal/soundcheck, record some drums or prepare for a concert, finish, head home, answer some emails, go to bed. That is success.