Building clientele in the Dallas/Fort Worth area has been an incredible journey. It amazes me how God orchestrates connections, stringing them together in ways you can’t predict. It reminds me of the butterfly effect, how one small action can lead to something much bigger down the line.
I remember a former musician encouraging me at an event, telling me, “One thing leads to the next. That's how it works.” That advice has stayed with me and I've seen it in action. For example, performing for the Micah Parsons event led me to the Dallas Cowboys Coaching Staff. And then, while I was performing for the Dallas Cowboys head coach and his coaching staff - someone else who was there, got my information and shared it with her team and I then had the opportunity to play at one of the events at the Dallas Cowboys world headquarters, The Star.
But for me, the purpose of being in these spaces isn’t just the prestige, it really is about connection. The connection I have with the music I’m playing, the connection with the audience, and even the connections afterward. I love when people come up to chat after a performance, sharing stories and creating real conversations. Other times, the connection happens purely through the music - no words needed. I’m okay with both.
I’ve learned that I’m not in control of what “impact” looks like. Often, it’s the small, seemingly insignificant moments that resonate most. I remember performing with my wife, and afterward, someone said, “I just love the way you look at her.” Another time, someone complimented how I interacted with my children after a performance. These are small glimpses, but they carry weight. Living a life of God-given purpose isn’t restricted to one specific area. It’s not just what you do - it’s who you are.