I am doing what I have always dreamed of doing
I am a professional DJ and entrepreneur in the music industry, specialising in the ‘Drum & Bass’ genre. I am head of High Tea Music, an organisation that acts as an event agency, record label and booking agency. I also compose/produce music myself. This allows me to engage daily in my greatest passion. Making music and supporting others in it, that is what I love doing most. I put my heart and soul into it time and again.
While studying Civil Engineering at TU Delft, I was already more seriously involved with music, but now I travel the world for performances. Precisely because of that, I realise more and more that I have fulfilled my dream.
I have had many happy moments in my life, but one I will never forget: the realisation that I am truly free. Free to make my own choices and live the life I dream of. I have a house, a girlfriend, my own business and I am surrounded by a close group of friends and family. That's all I need, and I'm sure this way I can get satisfaction from both my way of life and my work for years to come.
If you don't hesitate, you stand still
Despite feeling free and achieving success in recent years, I doubt daily. I think my doubt is my biggest enemy, because it makes me constantly wonder if I am good enough to do the work I need to do. Whether I am good enough to make it in the music industry.
At the same time, I think doubts keep you on your toes. If you never doubt, you stand still. Precisely because you are afraid of screwing up, of not being good enough, you always keep trying your best to be better. To do better than the day before, over and over again. That's the essence I think, that's the only way you can grow.
