A music industry career is hard on the soul, and many people won't stick around to help you. Many professionals in this field will take advantage of your naivety or insecurity, so it's important not just to be resilient but also wary. After all, if someone has been in the game for long enough, they'll know how to play you, whether they're music companies or your own manager. However, this doesn't mean there aren't trustworthy people in the industry. Just remember to treat people how you wish to be treated, and hopefully, you'll have a few allies along the way.