Episode 258 In this episode of the Not Basic Blonde Podcast, I sit down with music industry powerhouse Wendy Starland, the one who’s discovered superstar Lady Gaga. Wendy shares her remarkable journey to success in the music industry and reveals the mindset, determination, and qualities required to achieve greatness in any field.We dive into the incredible story of how she discovered and helped develop Lady Gaga before the world knew her name, along with the lessons she learned from working with exceptional talent. Wendy also shares her insights on recognizing potential, overcoming obstacles, building confidence, and creating opportunities when others don’t see your vision.This inspiring conversation is filled with powerful advice for entrepreneurs, creatives, and anyone striving to become the best at what they do. If you’ve ever wondered what separates successful people from everyone else, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.GuestWendy Starland @wendystarland is an American singer, songwriter and music producer from Los Angeles. Starland was honored by The Songwriters Hall of Fame, was named VH1's, Best Emerging Artist, was featured on Moby's Grammy nominated album Last Night, and opened for Sheryl Crow and Jack White at the Michigan International Speedway. In addition, Starland discovered and developed 11-time Grammy, 2 time Golden Globe, and Oscar winning icon Lady Gaga. Starland developed Lady Gaga's career during the recording of Lady Gaga's album The Fame, which received Billboard's Album of the Decade – having logged 62 of its record-setting 108 total weeks at No. 1 on the Top Dance/Electronic Albums chart this decade.Starland was named in the Beckhamhouse Book as one of the Great Female Singers alongside Aretha Franklin, Billie Holiday, Etta James, and Natalie Cole. Starland's single, "Dancing with the Sea", was released on Universal alongside Norah Jones, Feist, and Edie Brickell. The song hit number eight on the music charts giving her the opportunity to tour Europe. Starland signed a major music publishing contract with BMG Rights Management. Starland was a featured performer at MI Fest, opening for Sheryl Crow and Jack White. Starland also performed at the Cannes Film Festival at Cinemoi Network's charity event benefiting Children Uniting Nations with producer and DJ Paul Oakenfold, Ashlee Simpson, and Evan Ross. Wendy Starland performed with Kii Arens and James Bourne for Linda Perry’s Rock-N-Relief Concert. Both virtual and live performances took place at Dodger Stadium.HostOlyasha Novozhylova @notbasicblonde_NotBasicBlonde @nbbpodcast