Behind the Sign: Advice for Actors: Recent Episodes
Jesse O'Connor Daley
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I’ve been working in Hollywood as an actor for the last 12 years and I’m here to share advice from “Behind the (Hollywood) Sign” to help you start your acting career! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jessedaley/support
Actor/acting coach Corrie Legge shares valuable information about on-camera and voice acting! Learn more about Corrie and her work at https://www.CreatingWithCorrie.com/
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As an actor, it's critical to focus on what you have control over. In this episode, I'll share some thoughts about this and how this topic pertains to current events in the USA. Focusing On What You Have Control Over
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Actor and coach/mentor Aaron Marcus shares helpful information for anyone interested in becoming an actor or furthering their career.
Be sure to check out more about Aaron at his website: HowToModel.com
Thank you so much for your advice, Aaron!
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In this episode of the "Behind the Sign" podcast, I had the absolute privilege of speaking with actor and career coach Jodie Bentley. Jodie has lots of helpful information to share with actors about the entertainment business and reaching your potential as an artist!
I encourage everyone to connect with her at JodieBentleyCareerCoach.com
Thank you so much for your wonderful advice, Jodie!
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Take a few minutes to appreciate yourself and your work as an actor. Here are a few tips
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Headshots are super important for actors. After having some new photos taken, I have a few tips to help all of you capture some fantastic new images at your next headshot session!
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Don’t wait! Go for your acting goals. Set a date and make it happen!
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Actors and the importance of Positive Self-Talk and self-encouragement
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Never give up, friends! Here’s some thoughts about this as it pertains to actors
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In this episode, I will share two unique strategies that I have used in the past that helped me to obtain agent representation.
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It’s sometimes challenging to remain positive as an actor - and even in life in general. Here are a couple of thoughts to help you out!
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The new year is here and it’s time to pursue your acting goals full speed! Here are a couple of tips and thoughts! Please subscribe to my YouTube at YouTube.com/Jessedaley 😊
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As actors, we’re constantly working and focusing on the next project. That’s great, but it’s equally important to be grateful for what we already have.
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Here’s the story of how I booked one of the National Commercials I filmed. It wasn’t because of an audition!
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Target one area of entertainment and the acting business at a time for more results!
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Project Confidence in your Talent Agency Meeting - and you will greatly increase your chances of obtaining an agent.
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You absolutely have what it takes to succeed as an actor! Here’s a quick reminder for you.
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Rejection and a career as an actor go hand in hand. Here’s how to handle it.
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Your individuality makes all the difference in the entertainment industry.
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An Island Lifestyle, and continuing to pursue entertainment industry work (and dreams!) Please listen for some important thoughts! #acting #actorslife
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With Hollywood and much of the United States returning to a level of normality, NOW is the time to pursue your passion in the performing arts. Here is the main reason why!
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The entertainment industry is beginning to get very busy again! Here are three things to do right now that can help you with your acting career.
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As an actor, (and in general in life!) it’s so important to be kind to yourself and to those around you. In this episode, we talk about the importance of being your own advocate.
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2 Suggestions for Actors During the Pandemic
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Happy New Year, fellow Actors! Here are some thoughts as we head into 2021 as it pertains to a career in the entertainment industry!
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Reopening Hollywood: December 4 update
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Reopening Hollywood - November 16 update
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Reopening Hollywood Oct 20 update
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Reopening Hollywood - and some motivation - Sept 18 update
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Reopening Hollywood 9/4 update
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Reopening Hollywood; Aug 18 update
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In this episode, I’ll read an article about Tyler Perry’s “Camp Quarantine” for his productions/filming.
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Reopening Hollywood Update: August 4th. In this episode, I will read an article from the LA Times titled, “Here’s why resuming TV and film production has gotten so complicated” and written by Anousha Sakoui.
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Reopening Hollywood update July 16 (Info from a fantastic article in VICE magazine written by Drew Schwartz)
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You are a super courageous artist and here are some reasons why! Also in this episode, I share an update about the state of the entertainment industry while we are moving through the pandemic
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What’s happening with Hollywood and production? Here’s some of the latest updates!
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Production can Resume in CA on June 12! But will this happen in Hollywood?
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Reopening Hollywood Update: June 3
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Hollywood ReOpening Update - May 20, 2020
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In this episode of “Behind the Sign,” we’ll look at the question that we all want to know: When will Hollywood reopen? (Sources in this episode are from “The Los Angeles Times” and “Deadline.”)
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Hollywood will certainly look different after the pandemic is over. How different will it look? In this episode I will share my personal thoughts - as well as information from articles in the “Los Angeles Times” and “Deadline” - that may give us an indication of what life will look like when we go back to work.
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Here are several ideas and thoughts for actors to consider to stay creative while you are staying at home! Thanks for listening!
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COVID-19 Update for Actors
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In the acting biz, try not to focus on your fellow actors as your competitors. Here’s why!
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This one, simple (and free!) trick can help you connect with more entertainment industry professionals.
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Setting New Year’s resolutions is a fantastic idea, but it’s easy to become overwhelmed. Here’s a tip for you to achieve all of your acting goals this year.
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Happy Holidays from one actor to another!! Here’s one suggestion for you to consider during the holiday break!
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Actors have the amazing opportunity to live such amazing lives and to pursue our passions. Here are some thoughts about gratitude in regards to the profession of acting.
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Around this time of year holiday commercials are still being filmed! Here are some thoughts and ideas for you!
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Success is within your hands! You have what it takes, and here’s some motivation for you.
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The next SAG-AFTRA Election is upon us, and it’s incredibly important to vote! Listen to find out why! (And please check out Twitter.com/ShaanSharma for more information - as I mentioned in this episode!)
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Casting Director Terry Berland shares information and advice about working as a Voice Over actor! Check out BerlandCasting.com and follow @berlandcasting on social media to keep up with Terry!
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Sharing some love for my fellow actors - and all listeners!
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Guys and girls! You have the power to achieve your goals in the entertainment industry. It’s important to recognize your power and keep moving forward every day!
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Casting Director Terry Berland shares helpful advice for actors! Check out more about Terry and her acting classes at BerlandCasting.com! (And please be sure to follow Terry Berland on social media @berlandcasting!)
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Asking for help and communicating your wants and needs as an actor is very important! Here’s why!
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Interview with Commercial Casting Director Laurie Records! Laurie shares lots of awesome advice for actors! For more information about Laurie and her classes, check out LaurieRecordsCasting.com !
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It’s so important to enjoy this journey that we’re on as actors! Here’s a personal story that I hope will motive you!
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Guys and girls! Thanks so much for listening to the podcast. On this episode, we will talk about 5 ideas on how to get more auditions!
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Be fearless.
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Guys and girls, you’ve GOT WHAT IT TAKES to be a successful actor. Play this episode often, and remind yourself that you can and will succeed!
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Take ACTION towards your goals this year! Here are some tips on setting clear goals as an actor!
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I received a question on my Instagram (@jessedaley47) from an awesome listener, asking about suggestions for where an actor can find an affordable place to live. Here are my thoughts!
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My great friend, Actor and social media influencer, Lucas Cruikshank, gives his awesome advice for anyone interested in working in entertainment and social media! Be sure to follow Lucas at YouTube.com/Lucas and his Instagram.com/LucasCruikshank! He’s also got a podcast called “Bros Before Hoes!”
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Guys and girls, the entertainment industry tends to “shut down” a bit for a couple of weeks at the end of December. But a lot is still happening and there are still opportunities for you to find work! There’s one VERY important tip that you can focus on. Check out this episode for the tip!
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4 tips on how to be discovered as an actor!
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Headshots are super important for actors. Here are some tips on how to get a fantastic headshot without having to spend thousands of dollars!
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Actors are incredible beings! We are blessed to be a part of such a creative industry!
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Actor friend, You are enough! Check out the reason why, here!
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“Acting” is all about reacting and being! Check out this episode and listen to why it is so incredibly important to be yourself as an actor! If you’d like to book a one on one call - hit me up and I’d be happy to help share more advice with you! Clarity.fm/jessedaley
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Check out these places to find more auditions as an actor!
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When you meet with a Talent Agent, keep some of these suggestions in mind. Remember that YOU are hiring THEM, it’s not the other way around!
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In this episode you’ll hear 5 Tips on how to sign with a Talent Agent! For more information please check out JesseDaley.com! If you’d like to schedule a one on one virtual consultation about the acting biz, email me at JesseDaley.com! And finally, if you need help writing a cover letter to a Talent Agent, click here: https://www.fiverr.com/jessedaley/write-a-cover-letter-for-an-actor-to-submit-to-talent-agents
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On this episode, my great friend Elizabeth Izzo, joins me as we discuss the importance of surrounding yourself with good people that will help you advance in your acting career!
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Determining the reason “why” you want to be an actor is incredibly important!
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