entertainment industry coach question 651:Do I look desperate if I try to speak to a celebrity after a Q & A?

It depends on how you present yourself. First of all, what is your purpose for speaking to the celebrity? If it's just to say, "I love your work," that's fine, not desperate, and NOT strategic. Celebrities hear that all the time, and while I'm sure they appreciate it, it's not unique.

A strategy is, to be unique by asking a specific question, and have a plan for following up. Your objective should be to build an advice and guidance relationship with the celebrity because he/she can give you tips on how to get where you want to go faster.

Another tip, is to watch what others do. When the celebrity steps off the stage to greet attendees, watch what people do wrong (infringe on personal space, not taking NO for an answer, gushing like a fan, etc.). When you see what doesn't work, you'll feel more confident about your professional approach.

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entertainment industry coach question 611: Should I have my set photography and wedding photography on the same site?

I've seen plenty of Still Photographers do it, that does not mean I agree with it. I think if you want to market yourself as a Still Photographer you have set stills on your site. The only exception would be to have your artistic stills in a section of your site. This can give photo editors, directors, producers, etc., insight into your mind and your artistry.

For me the distinguishing factor is: if it's another way you make money like wedding, music, fashion photography, I advise against having it on the same site. The main reason is because many people who hire you come from the opinion that set still photography is a completely different craft. You're not using your own lighting, you're capturing moments in the filming that will sell the film, and you're around celebrities... which leads me to another exception. If you're fairly new to set photography, but you were huge in music photography and photographed some of the biggest names in music, those photos can be showcased to give credibility to your ability to work with talent.

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entertainment industry coach question 598: If I have a celebrity in my film do I have to get her a trailer?

If this is a union film, you'll have to check if there is anything in the contract. If it's not union, you don't "have to" do anything. Did the actress request a trailer? Is it a deal breaker for her? If it's budget inhibitive, discuss it with the actress or her reps. Ultimately, only you can make the decision.

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entertainment industry coach question 382: What current celebrities have you coached or managed that are in the acting business ?

First off, I don't manage anyone. I'm an entertainment industry career coach. I don't know how other coaches operate, but my client list is confidential. I have testimonials and press where my clients mention me, but I don't share their information with anyone. I know some coaches do, to promote their business, but my clients promote me so I don't do that kind of marketing.

Perhaps you're just wondering about my credentials, if I'm coaching people who are working and recognizable and the answer is yes. I've worked with Oscar and Emmy winners, people "fresh off the bus," and everyone in between. I've coached over 1000 people and that number grows every month. There isn't an obstacle I haven't found a solution for thus far, and should that day come, I'll use all of my resources to find an answer.

As great as it is to have celebrity clients (mostly because they understand how important following through with our work is, and therefore see the payoff faster) it's equally as great to work with someone unknown and watch them grow to celebrity status.

So I apologize if you were hoping for same name-dropping, but you've come to the wrong coach.

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entertainment industry coach question 374: What's the best way to convince people to work low pay upfront & rest deferred for a 3 wk Indie Film shoot?

The best way is to create a win/win, be professional (have legal documents drawn up regarding the deferral pay), and most of all make it fun for them.

No one wants to work for free or for lower than their pay grade, but people will be willing to do it if:

1. They like and want to support the person whose project it is

2. They believe in the material

3. There is an opportunity for them (to work in a new genre, get a scene for their reel that's missing, play with new equipment they've never used before, get a celebrity on their reel, meet new people to network with, etc.)

4. They are being given the opportunity to move up in classification

5. They need to build their credits

The critical thing to remember when people are making sacrifices for your project is to treat them and feed them well!

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entertainment industry coach question 251: Do I look desperate if I try to speak to a celebrity after a Q & A?

It depends on how you present yourself. First of all, what is your purpose for speaking to the celebrity? If it's just to say, "I love your work," that's fine, not desperate, and NOT strategic. Celebrities hear that all the time, and while I'm sure they appreciate it, it's not unique.

A strategy is, to be unique by asking a specific question, and have a plan for following up. Your objective should be to build an advice and guidance relationship with the celebrity because he/she can give you tips on how to get where you want to go faster.

Another tip, is to watch what others do. When the celebrity steps off the stage to greet attendees, watch what people do wrong (infringe on personal space, not taking NO for an answer, gushing like a fan, etc.). When you see what doesn't work, you'll feel more confident about your professional approach.

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entertainment industry coach question 227: Is it cliche to talk to A-list celebrities about their favorite movies?

It's only a cliche if it's not being discussed organically. Would I meet a celebrity and lead in with "What's your favorite movie?" No, I wouldn't.

This conversation has been coming up a lot with me lately, the whole "how do I talk to people at a higher level than me?" Somewhere in your brain you've made a decision that people who can hire you, or celebrities, or whomever, are different than you, your friends, and your family. The only difference between you and them are the opportunities they've had.

If an actor meets a nice woman and is having a pleasant conversation, then learns she is a casting director and suddenly turns white and forgets how to speak, that's a problem.

What I'm getting at is, you KNOW how to talk to people. You talk to your friends, family members, neighbors, so... maybe you need to take a step backwards and look at the conversations you have with them. Literally, pick them apart, and see how you generate conversations with people you're comfortable with.

Then re-read my blogs on creating rapport. Once you get comfortable creating rapport with people, you'll be able to organically have the same types of conversations you have with your friends, with anyone, no matter where they are in their career path.

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