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Overcoming The Awkwardness of Networking as An Actor

Overcoming The Awkwardness of Networking as An Actor

FromThe Working Actor Show


Overcoming The Awkwardness of Networking as An Actor

FromThe Working Actor Show

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Length:
20 minutes
Released:
Nov 22, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Your network is your net worth and the more you connect the more you collect. That may all be well and true but many people are still daunted and understandably cautious about networking’s social side, but it is the best way of keeping a steady flow of work over the long term. Georgie and Pierce tell you why and how you should be going about increasing your connections. 
KEY TAKEAWAYS

There is a stigma around networking in the acting genre, however, many of the people established in the profession are very open to chatting and sharing their knowledge and experience with you. 
A network of colleagues allows discussion about the difficulties and solutions prevalent within the business. Networking with not just actors but all professionals within the industry can lead to a healthy pool of talent for you to glean advice from. 
Once you call out social awkwardness, usually the situation is diffused and if someone is dismissive of you, it’s probably someone you shouldn’t be having as a connection anyway. 

BEST MOMENTS‘I think, unfortunately, a lot of actors have a view that networking is basically going in and grovelling to people that are in a higher position than them.’ – Georgie‘When you’re the one trying to build a connection do try and end it with a question. It does help that conversation.’ – Pierce‘Someone may have more credits and achievements. They may have done more in the industry, but it doesn’t make them any better or worse than you. We should all be united in this industry and creativity flows best when we have company,’ – Georgie 
VALUABLE RESOURCES
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ABOUT THE HOSTSGeorgie King and Pierce Connelly are a couple and business partners with experience in TV, film and theatre. Co-founders of The Acting Warehouse, an organisation dedicated to helping you achieve turning your passion for acting into a full-time career, they are here to guide you to get out there, find opportunities and land roles. 
CONTACT METHODEmail: Contact@actorswarehouse.co.ukSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Released:
Nov 22, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

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Georgie & Pierce founded Actor's Warehouse after spending years in various areas of the industry - from production, direction, writing, and of most importantly; acting! Since they founded Actor’s Warehouse in 2020, Pierce & Georgie have coached hundreds of actors on overcoming the daily obstacles faced by any actor trying to find their feet in the industry.   The Working Actor Show is for the actor at the start of their journey. It's for the actor who is committed to turning their passion into a sustainable career but simply doesn't know where to start. Lining up your first few paid, professional credits can take years of trial, error, pain & tears... and it can often feel so lonely. So don't go through it alone... Join us on the journey from passion to profession - as we help you find your feet in the industry & take real steps towards something magical... turning your dreams into reality!   Apply to Join Us:https://form.jotform.com/222364023455348FREE GUIDE - 7 Ways to Land Your First IMDb Credit:https://www.actorswarehouse.co.uk/7-ways-imdbInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/actorswarehouse/TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@actorswarehouseTwitter:https://twitter.com/WeAreActingWebsite:https://www.actorswarehouse.co.uk/