Ever turned up to a gig already annoyed… because you know the money isn’t worth the effort? 🚗💸This anonymous question is painfully relatable: great band, great musical experience… but the gigs are underpaid, the travel is brutal, and resentment is creeping in.In this episode, I talk about:⛽ when the petrol cost makes the gig fee pointless🚗 how to handle long drives + low pay without burning out😬 what to do when you feel a “chip on your shoulder” forming💬 how to raise money concerns without creating band drama🎯 how to decide what’s “worth it” long-termThis isn’t about being ungrateful — it’s about protecting your standards and your enjoyment of playing.✅ Watch/listen now: Episode 216 — Underpaid, Overworked, Resentful (Q from Anonymous)Got a question for a future episode?👉 EmilyDrums.com/amaWant support with confidence, boundaries, rates, career direction, or band politics?👉 Free 30-min coaching taster session: EmilyDrums.com ✅