Being an actor is tough and there’s so many questions about what it takes to be an actor. How do you have a successful acting career? Do you need botox? How do you conquer imposter syndrome as an actor? I answer all these questions and more in our new No Stupid Questions series. Ask me anything and everything and I will answer to the best of my ability. In this episode, I share honest, practical advice on topics such as asking for referrals, using AI or ChatGPT for cover letters, managing credit card debt, and understanding the importance of authenticity in acting. And yeah, we’re getting into Botox and fillers in the industry, whether or not Hollywood is a cult, why we need to manage expectations in an acting career, and the realities of moving to Los Angeles. Got more questions? Leave a comment!
 
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00:00 — there are no stupid questions
01:46 — addressing common actor questions
02:29 — referrals and networking in the acting industry
04:10 — using AI for agency rep cover letters
05:09 — managing credit card debt as an actor
06:41 — biggest mistake in acting
07:24 — botox and fillers for actors
11:22 — is hollywood a vult?
12:34 — dealing with self-doubt in cting
15:23 — understanding co-star roles in canada
16:38 — getting an agent with no experience
18:11 — moving to los angeles for acting
20:43 — next steps
 
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
★ Watch <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVgMVlyWxo4" target="_blank">LOS ANGELES ACTOR LIFE | i’ve been an actor for 13 years and here is what you need to know…</a>
★ Watch <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEIo1l0-MfQ" target="_blank">DAY IN MY LIFE as an actor in los angeles</a>
★ Watch <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ES26wBjo_NQ" target="_blank">**Picking Your Actor Market + How to Move to a New City as an Actor | ATLANTA, CHICAGO, NEW YORK, LA</a>**
★ Watch <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=78URTqvA8FE" target="_blank">How to be an Actor in 2024 | step by step in the process of starting your acting career</a>
★ Watch <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IzosA2ZhyTA" target="_blank">REALITY CHECK: HOW MUCH ACTORS MAKE VS. SPEND</a>
★ <a href="https://www.actratoronto.com" target="_blank">ACTRA Toronto Education</a>
★ <a href="https://www.honestdermatology.com/" target="_blank">Melissa at Honest Dermatology</a>
 
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No Stupid Questions (Pt 1): agents, referrals, the hollywood cult, botox and so much more