Do you mix your own music also? If so, then your mixing starts from the arrangement and composition. Think classical orchestras: no compressors, no EQ and no effects. Just gain, if even that. The composition practically mixes itself. Thrive for that and your mixing will be effortless regardless of the genre!

Know what your tools are capable of.. compressors, eqs etc. when you know that, mix with an intention of provoking an emotion out of the record, don’t become overly technical. Create

Less is more

Most beginners use way too much reverb. Subtlety is key in mixing

start learning the different main aspects of mixing (e.g. EQ, Compression, gain staging, reverbs etc.)Learning them seperatly is was easier than getting a full mix done right away

and you’ll have to understand that simplicity is key, what means taking away something can actually present other things in a whole different way

When I open a new mix, I start with a basic fader mix. Listen to the song. Make a decision as to what you envision the song to sound like. Make choices and go from there. Always be sure to Identify your problems. Confirm they are problems and not artistic choices and clean up what is necessary. If it’s editing, that tends to happen early on. Compare to level matched finished reference mixes throughout (understanding these are mastered and yours are not).

Do it as often as possible and learn the tools and trust yourself. If it feels right, you’re probably doing it right. Lean heavy on doing less is more.