In this episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes sits down with Justin Tranter for a candid conversation about career reinvention, creativity, and finding success on your own terms. Justin reflects on the journey from rock star to hit songwriter [00:00], sharing how understanding the balance between artistry and industry structure [11:20] ultimately led to a major career pivot [20:47]. Justin opens up about recognizing when change is necessary, embracing new opportunities, and discovering the joy of writing songs for other artists [25:52]. The conversation offers valuable insight into navigating the music business while remaining authentic, adaptable, and committed to personal growth.

Amber and Justin also explore the realities of sustaining a creative career, discussing the songwriter's journey [27:51], setting meaningful and achievable goals [31:53], and the importance of self-awareness in identifying strengths and limitations [36:25]. Justin shares lessons on pivoting throughout different stages of life and career [39:49], challenges common misconceptions about fame and success [45:01], and explains why embracing both strengths and weaknesses is essential for long-term fulfillment [51:06]. Packed with wisdom for creatives, entrepreneurs, and anyone facing a crossroads, this episode is a masterclass in evolution, resilience, and trusting the path forward. 

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In this episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes sits down with Justin Tranter for a candid conversation about career reinvention, creativity, and finding success on your own terms. Justin reflects on the journey from rock star to hit songwriter [00:00], sharing how understanding the balance between artistry and industry structure [11:20] ultimately led to a major career pivot [20:47]. Justin opens up about recognizing when change is necessary, embracing new opportunities, and discovering the joy of writing songs for other artists [25:52]. The conversation offers valuable insight into navigating the music business while remaining authentic, adaptable, and committed to personal growth.
Amber and Justin also explore the realities of sustaining a creative career, discussing the songwriter's journey [27:51], setting meaningful and achievable goals [31:53], and the importance of self-awareness in identifying strengths and limitations [36:25]. Justin shares lessons on pivoting throughout different stages of life and career [39:49], challenges common misconceptions about fame and success [45:01], and explains why embracing both strengths and weaknesses is essential for long-term fulfillment [51:06]. Packed with wisdom for creatives, entrepreneurs, and anyone facing a crossroads, this episode is a masterclass in evolution, resilience, and trusting the path forward.&nbsp;
Follow Amber Grimes on Instagram:
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ambergrimes">@ambergrimes</a>
Follow Justin Tranter:
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/tranterjustin/">@tranterjustin</a>
<a href="https://substack.com/@withambergrimes">Get Amber's Newsletter on Substack</a>
<a href="https://youtube.com/@iykbetter?si=WMEDSWNJOsxlRkD0">Watch This Episode on Youtube Thursday at 6pm ET&nbsp;</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ambersbookclub/">Follow Amber's Book Club </a>
<a href="https://ambersbookclub.com/collections/hats">Get Amber's Book Club Merch&nbsp;</a>
<a href="https://a.co/d/01GreLFP">Read Amber's Favorite Books</a>

You can’t rewrite the past — but you can learn from it. Amber Grimes did exactly that, going from college dropout to Executive Vice President in the entertainment industry with no map, just mistakes and lessons that turned into power moves.

 

If You Knew Better is where Amber shares that wisdom — alongside artists, creatives, and culture-shifters who open up about the missteps they made, the mindsets that changed everything, and the game they wish they knew sooner.

 

Together, they unpack the highs, the lows, and the pivots in life, career, and relationships — so you either don’t have to go through it, or can move smarter when you do.

 

Every episode delivers real talk, hard-won insight, and practical gems to help you grow into the version of yourself that knows better… and does better.

You can&rsquo;t rewrite the past &mdash; but you can learn from it. Amber Grimes did exactly that, going from college dropout to Executive Vice President in the entertainment industry with no map, just mistakes and lessons that turned into power moves.
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If You Knew Better is where Amber shares that wisdom &mdash; alongside artists, creatives, and culture-shifters who open up about the missteps they made, the mindsets that changed everything, and the game they wish they knew sooner.
&nbsp;
Together, they unpack the highs, the lows, and the pivots in life, career, and relationships &mdash; so you either don&rsquo;t have to go through it, or can move smarter when you do.
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Every episode delivers real talk, hard-won insight, and practical gems to help you grow into the version of yourself that knows better&hellip; and does better.

If You Knew Better with Amber Grimes

Justin Tranter Knows It’s Never Too Late To Pivot 

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