1. BE POLITE AND STRAIGHTFORWARD
Being polite and straightforward is like the best currency to have when you are a new star looking to break out. The entertainment industry is all about endearment, so as long as you can stay in the good graces of people; you will keep excelling. Always be nice to people. I don’t think there is any better advice. Inherent kindness is the best way to differentiate yourself with employers, colleagues, and clients.
2. NO MATTER WHAT STAY TRUE TO YOURSELF
It is easy to get caught up in the whole entertainment thing. Some people even start to change who they are before they even blow. Make sure to stay true to who you are, find your passions and become an expert in them. When people see how good you are in certain areas, you become their go-to-person whenever those opportunities show up. Don’t try to become what you think people want. Individuality is what truly makes the entertainment industry thrive and not just for those who are on camera. When it comes to the business side of entertainment it is the people with amazingly creative and diverse interests that succeed. Lets be clear here, there’s no harm in trying out a lot of things, all I am saying is that once you find your passion you stick with it and become really really good at it. There’s really no time to waste time.
3. YOU TALENT IS AS GOOD AS YOUR NETWORK?
This is not just in the entertainment industry; it applies to every field. Networking is probably the most important aspect of any individual’s professional growth. I can’t stress this enough. Try to keep in touch with everyone you meet and try to get to know them on a personal level. The people you meet at your first job are going to be rising the ranks with you as the years go by. Obviously, not everyone you meet will be a shining star, but you really can’t control how others behave, only how you do. If some people don’t meet your personal standards, its fine to let them go. More importantly, don’t let them affect your professional growth. Instead, use more of your time to better yourself and strengthen those relationships with people whose values align with yours.
4. DON’T BE SCARED TO EXPLORE
Every opportunity you get is a chance to show the stuff you are made of. Simple and short; if you are the type that doesn’t want to work hard, then the entertainment industry is not for you. It is very easy to look at celebrities on stage and think that they are living easy and glamorous lives. But what you don’t see is the countless hours they put into their work and art behind the scenes. Learning the fundamentals are so important to building your career and executing them well makes a lasting impression in the business. So do you best to work hard and stay motivated.
Breaking out in the entertainment industry is not day’s job. Unless your parents are very rich and give you a huge sum to build your brand and name; majority of the work falls on you. So make sure to take charge of the whole process as you continue to grow.
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