In this conversation, Paul Glancey shares his unique journey from education to acting, highlighting the influence of his background in sports and teaching. He discusses the creative freedom he found in acting, the mindset required to succeed, and the challenges of navigating the business side of the industry. He emphasizes the importance of research, preparation, and building confidence. He discusses how his athletic background influences his approach to acting, the significance of learning from others, and memorable experiences on set. Additionally, he highlights the unique blend of his chiropractic work with his acting career, and offers valuable advice for aspiring actors. Takeaways.<ul><li>The mindset of an actor is similar to that of an athlete.</li><li>Acting requires a unique blend of training and instinct.</li><li>The business side of acting can be challenging to navigate.</li><li>Creative outlets are essential for personal fulfillment.</li><li>Research is a fun and essential part of acting.</li><li>Confidence is crucial in acting; preparation builds it.</li><li>Mistakes are part of the learning process in acting.</li></ul> <hr /> Hosted on Acast. See <a target="_blank" href="https://acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

"As someone who has been an academic and an athlete my whole life, I’m not supposed to make mistakes.  But it's okay when you're acting to make mistakes! I only learned that from watching seasoned actors make mistakes & try new things"

EP 179: Paul Glancey: Chiropractor & Actor