How to become a legendary music producer - Jim Eliot, songwriter for Halsey, Ellie Goulding and Kylie Minogue: Ep 4 of THE BIG SWING PODCAST

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Jim Eliot is one of the UK’s most successful and prolific pop producers.

He has written hit songs for Kylie Minogue, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Halsey, Olly Murs, The Foxes and Leona Lewis to name just a few.

So how did Jim do from writing jingles in a broom-cupboard in Soho, to lounging by a pool in the French Riviera, toasting his latest No. 1 hits?

Jim and I caught up in the latest episode of THE BIG SWING PODCAST, where we discuss:

- The subtleties of looking out for your best interests; it doesn’t always mean chasing your dream.

- The difference between “backstage” success vs “onstage” success and how the former can sometimes more easily allow you to build the life of your dreams.

- The importance of maintaining a balance between your ambitions on the one hand, and serendipitous opportunity on the other.

Jim's story proves to me that with a great deal of hard work, good people can achieve almost anything.

I'd love to hear what you think of the podcast - who would you like to hear from in the next season? Email us at BigSwing @creatorville.co with your suggestions and requests!