Working With Representation for the Best Career Strategy
Pilot season brings possibilities. Much can be achieved during this time that can benefit your career journey throughout the rest of the year. More »

Paying Payroll Taxes
It's extremely important to understand them and the difference between a regular employee and an independent contractor. More »

A Look at How Taxes Impact Those Earning the Median Income or Less
With all the talk about who may or may not be paying their fair share of taxes, I thought I would break down how income taxes impact those in the middle of the financial spectrum. More »

5 Keys to Setting Goals That You Can Actually Achieve
Ah, January. You've got a clean slate. Excitement is in the air. It's time to get to work on achieving your New Year's resolutions. More »

What to Negotiate For on a Nonunion Shoot
Working under a union contract—whether AFTRA, SAG, or Equity—provides an actor with many built-in protections. More »

Being Flexible is Important, But Planning is What Sets You Free
Flexibility is crucial when it comes to your day job, your rehearsal schedule, and even your downtime with family and friends, but it can also be a major drawback to your acting business. More »

What Should You Look Out For in a Talent Representation Agreement?
Once an actor secures a representative—whether an agent, a manager, or both—the actor will be presented with a representation agreement. It's a good idea to have it reviewed by an attorney. More »

How to Write a Powerful Pitch Letter
If you are not getting as many auditions as you want, chances are it's because not enough of the right people know you exist. More »

How to Market Yourself for Roles
To succeed, actors must also be effective at marketing themselves. It is a valuable exercise to view marketing from the perspective of your target audience. More »

Turning Pro
Acting school is an important tool to help you become an artist. However, a professional is defined as "one who follows an occupation as a means of livelihood or for gain." More »

Don't Career Through Your Career
Branding is about communicating a memorable essence of your actor self. Your brand must be defined clearly and delivered strategically in order for it to help you generate the momentum to move your career forward. More »