Rewrite the Score

How to stay true to who you are – with Steph Strings

Rewrite the Score

Show Notes

Chasing a dream often comes with sacrifices – the challenge is knowing which ones you’re willing to make. Steph Strings, Australian singer-songwriter and virtuosic guitarist, has experienced a meteoric rise – from busking at Melbourne markets to captivating audiences around the world with her distinctive acoustic sound and electrifying live performances.

As her music career continues to soar, Steph is determined not to let success take her away from the people and values that make her who she is. Ren and Steph explore how knowing what matters can guide the choices we make, how to keep going despite fear, and how failure can become one of our greatest teachers. If you’re trying to follow your dreams without losing sight of who you are, this conversation is for you.

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