The whole tour takes on the vibe of the lead singer of the headlining act.
If the lead singer never talks to anyone and stays on the bus all day, the vibe across the whole tour is disjointed, uncertain, fearful, hiding, wondering, egg shell stepping. It’s weird and doesn’t make for a pleasant time on the road. And this happens all the time.
On the other hand when the lead singer knows everyones names, invites the opening act into the dressing room, hangs out at soundcheck and has a sense of humor…That is an infectious, safe, warm, inclusive vibe that flows through every interaction of every person on the tour.
The vibe is always drawn from the leader, the master of ceremonies, master of the tour.
***This idea can be applied to lots of situations but one parallel that I want to make sure isn’t missed here as it’s so practical and important…When someone comes over to your house, you dictate the vibe. Plain and simple. You are the master of the house and the vibe flows through you.
And here’s a little trick…always have a little bowl of m&m’s out. Doesn’t matter if anyone actually eats them. The fact that they’re there makes it better.
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