Screenwriters often hear “You need to get an agent to sell your screenplay. That’s the only way it will happen.” And because they hear that, they often decide it’s time to get a literary agent or manager to represent their work. The problem is, it’s nearly impossible to get representation if you don’t already have […]
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In crazy times, it seems so often that things get stranger before they get better. And sometimes, in the middle of it, good things happen at the same time the bad things are happening and it can be so confusing as to how to relate to it all. A few years ago, I was on
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The thought for today is about how often actors and screenwriters have limiting beliefs around whether they can truly have a successful Hollywood career. And these limiting beliefs actually assure that they will stop you. They lie at the root of your inability to succeed. You might have heard the story of the baby elephant
What is your true aspiration around screenwriting? Whatever it may be, I’m sure you know it’s super competitive for everything related to it. And the more the years go by that I’ve had my business of helping screenwriters reach their script’s potential, the more I realize that your script MUST be as absolutely good as
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Recently, I had planned to give a speech at my Toastmaster’s club (a large, non-profit org for public speaking). I had signed up to repeat a speech incorporating the feedback I had gotten from the previous time I did it. But a funny thing happened. As I continued to practice the day of my speech,
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The Hollywood Business School Podcast by Dr. Melody Jackson offers insider tips on the business of Hollywood, focused on acting and screenwriting careers. You’ll learn about the things to focus on in your career as well as get Melody’s take on current Hollywood issues that could affect your career.
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Have you ever questioned yourself about whether you made the right decision? Or whether you did something at the right time? Whether you are an actor, screenwriter, producer, in some other aspect of film-making, or just living your life, for most of us, there are those moments when we doubt ourselves… and face disappointment. But….
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The Accident, The Reflection In December just before Christmas a few years ago, I broke my ankle badly, in three places. I ended up staying at my Mom’s in Cincinnati for 3 months — no better care than at Mom’s — especially since she’s a nurse. Just to be clear, my ankles did not look
Are You Too Busy with Busy Work to Take Actions That Help Your Career? Read More »
When you have a strong actor brand, it can be a lot of fun as you find fun ways to express your brand. If know exactly how you want to represent yourself, you really find your self-expression in it. Most importantly, you’re at ease and you have confidence knowing your branding is where it
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Ever feel like you blend in? Like you’re not sure what to do to set yourself apart as an actor in Hollywood? It’s time to Brand Yourself Every year, as the business changes, and tens of thousands more actors come to Hollywood seeking to work as a professional actor, it becomes more competitive. You must use
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