The Valuable Actor

Do you know your value?  Do you truly understand the value of your gifts and talents?   As actors we are constantly faced with rejection.   In this industry you will receive many more no’s than yes’s. In this case what do you do? How do you stay inspired?   The answer is simple, “Know your worth!”.  Just because you are rejected your value doesn’t change.   You must continue to push forward until you reach your goals and dreams.

           

Many times I find myself questioning my value.  I constantly ask myself, am I as good as I think I am?  Am I as good as my friends that I am?  I have been on this journey pursuing acting full time for three long years.  Has this pursuit been easy? Definitely nor, but it has definitely taught me many life lessons. 

·      1. If you don’t believe in yourself, no one else will.

·     2. If you stop at one failure you will never know if success was next

·     3. Sometime to get what you want, you have to step out of your comfort zone.

·      4.When faced with rejection, know that other opportunities will come.

·      5.You will never taste successful, if you keep chewing on my failures.

To my fellow actors, keep pushing.  Your day will come. Then the question becomes “Are you prepared?”  In listening to casting director Twinkie Byrd.   She said she loves giving actors opportunities, but when given the opportunity she expects you to be prepared.   So I would say as you continue to pursue acting, continue to prepare. Preparation is key.   Even though, you do not land all your auditions continue to prepare and hone your gifts, you never know when your golden opportunity will come.   Most importantly know your worth.  Know that though you may not get a role, it does not speak to value of your talents.  Your worth never changes. 

Success in Business

            Launching a business in the entertainment industry is not an easy task.   There are so many competitors and not only are there competitors but there are companies out there that have less than standard business practices.   With having to research competitors and understand which businesses are legitimate it is hard for potential clients to choose.

            My desire is that my business stands out from the rest. MMA Talent Management Services will be a business that actors flock to because of the professionalism and care for our clients.   In creating my business plan and researching other successful entrepreneurs I have learned some vital keys that will help with the success of MMA. 

1.     Your business logo should be simple and sleek.  Your logo is the first thing that people see. It is what usually determines whether or not a potential client will do more research to see if they want to do business with you.

2.     Your slogan must be unique and catchy.   Your slogan sells your business. It should sum up what you the major goal of your company is in a unique.  Your slogan should make your clients say I want to be a part of that company.

3.     Have a great business. Your business plan is vital to the success of your business.  A great business plan is well mapped out and gives a detailed overview of your company and what steps you plan to take to ensure the company’s success.

4.     Passion about your business.   To ensure success of your business one must have passion.   Passion means your believe in the product and are willing to take all necessary steps to ensure the success of your company and clients.

MMA will have all of these things upon launching.   Our unique services and services and quality of service will have actors flocking to our business.  MMA’s stance on integrity and morality will give actors of faith a home to grow and be encourage while pursuing their acting career.