It’s the start of a new year, which means there’s no better time to think about what you need to do to accomplish your goals. In the rush of day-to-day life, it’s not always easy to remember to pause and take a moment to reflect on what you can do to increase your odds. But doing so is your best chance for success in this competitive industry.
Recently, we were talking to a makeup artist who said her client—a talented, well-trained, pretty actress—was constantly auditioning but always felt like something was holding her back.
This got us thinking: Are actors thoughtful enough about their skills, physical presence, professional comportment, and the kinds of jobs they go after? In other words, do they take the time to really think through every aspect of their careers and how each plays into their success (or lack thereof)? It’s quite possible that the thing holding that actress (and you) back might be something she’d never taken the time to consider. After all, when you’re not paying attention, things slip through the cracks.
Take for example a student we once had in a Studio Master Class. Every time he didn’t get the response he wanted from the industry, he complained about
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