Public Speaking 101 - Borrow Some Acting Tips
#1 fear: public speaking. Well, it is for most people. Here's how to start overcoming that fear with a few tips from the acting world.
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Boom! When On-Camera and Voice Over Worlds Collide
Remember Venn diagrams? The intersection where separate groups find common ground? Hint: that's where you'll find your greatest strengths.
The Gift of a Cancelled Booking (or Two)
Bad news? Maybe it's really a blessing in disguise that allows you to focus on something far more important and to draw on your reserves.
Expanding Your Voice Over Business to On Camera Work
Are you a voice actor who's interested in film & TV? Here's how to start. And be sure to check out my webinar on Sept. 20 for more info!
Acting Tips to Make a Better First (and Lasting!) Impression
From Lens to Life: actors learn how to create an immediately friendly, welcoming connection with their audiences. And you can, too.
How to Change Your Agent Successfully
Want to book high-visibility, lucrative, and challenging acting roles? The professional actor needs a good agent. Make sure you're a fit.
Fun and (Improv) Games On Set
There's nothing like some improv training to add to the fun of a good comedic script. You just have to know what you're doing.
How to Kill Your Self-Taped Auditions in One Easy Step
There's a right way to audition. And then there's the way to treat your creative spontaneity to a slow, painful death. Tough choice.
How to Become a Go-To Resource
Want to be the actor who's called in regularly? One who's known to be talented, professional, and reliable? Simple - be easy to work with.
Living Life as a Hyphenate
Interested in a dual career? A job with a side hustle? Who says you have to be just one thing in life? Mix it up and have fun. Successfully.
On Set in Suburbia
Ever see a film crew in your neighborhood? Wonder what goes on behind the scenes? Hint: patience, flexibility, and a little McGyvering!
Perfect vs. Good
Perfection seems ideal, but there's a catch. Find the balance between unattainable perfection and wiping out on the Slip 'n Slide of life.
On Camera Tips for Busy Execs
About to be on camera in an upcoming video? Put your best self on-camera with pro actor tips, tricks & techniques in this new video series.
10 Coping Strategies for Dealing with Rejection
Entertainment is a tough business, full of rejection. Bummed out? Try some of these coping strategies. Beats waiting for the phone to ring.
From Shakespeare to Star Trek
Some things never change. Even if the language seems formidable, dig a little deeper and it may suddenly look quite familiar. And telling.
Friends on Set
Interpersonal skills are everything in a people-oriented industry. And friendships are the icing on the cake. Cultivate them well.
Caught Off Guard By the Unexpected? Improvise!
Expect the unexpected. When it comes, turn to improv, an acting technique that teaches you how to respond quickly to change.
Crisis Management: Fight, Flight, or Adapt?
How do you respond to a crisis? Creative workarounds have saved careers! And sometimes have brought benefits otherwise never realized.
When Making Faces Makes Money
After years of hard work in a career or building a family, there’s a desire to have more fun. Might as well make some money at it then!
The Roller Coaster Marathon
Pandemics and protestors change things. Yup, but so do all the little things in life. Change is the name of the game especially in the arts.
Sunlight vs. Spotlight
Out of isolation, into the sunshine - with other people! What a novelty. And, oh so good for the soul! We're social creatures to the core.
Understanding Cast & Crew Roles in Film/TV
Who does what, where, and why? A quick guide to roles behind and in front of the camera for film and TV.
Diversity On Set
The film/TV industry is taking very seriously the calls to expand diversity in all aspects of production. Here's some of the latest news.
The Throwdown: Acting vs. Real Life
Living a life and preparing to depict it on TV or on film are really two different things. Here are ten ways they're polar opposites.