entertainment industry coach question 289:What's the best way to reach out to someone I worked for temporarily?

He continued: "when I spoke to you in the past, you said to watch the show I worked on and find something about which to complement them. I don't know when this show will come out. I could look up other shows by the producers/director and complement them on that. Is that the same thing, or is it more appropriate to comment only on the show on which I worked?

I was going to send a "great working with you" card, but since it's close to holidays, do I send it in the form of a holiday greeting, or keep it just a personalized business follow up?"

Long question, short answer: Compliments are always welcome so you can compliment them on any work of theirs that you've seen. If you send this out in your "great working with you card" this week, you can follow up with a holiday card next week.

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Question 111:How do I get on a show that I absolutely LOVE?

You target it hardcore! How?

1. Do a show breakdown (a list of every actor and crew member on the show). 

2. Send an email to everyone you know to see if anyone is connected to anyone working on the show.

3. Reach out to as many people on the show as you can- as mentors

4. Once you have a connection, get a set visit

5. Create relationships with as many people you meet as possible remembering they must know you, like you, and trust you, before you bring up wanting to work on the show

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