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What does it mean?
Peel asserts his editorial independence regarding music selection on his show.
In plain terms
He says he picks the music he wants regardless of listener opinion.
What can you take from it?
Maintain control over your own work.

Where it applies

  • Selecting content
  • Dealing with feedback
  • Setting boundaries

Putting it to work

  • Setting preferences
  • Ignoring criticism
  • Curating content

Questions to consider

  • When do you stand your ground?
  • How much do you care about opinions?

Another view

This attitude may alienate some audience members.

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