Over the summer I had the pleasure to work on a modeling project with a friend of mine, the talented photographer Jun Tang. He’s been working with women from all walks of life to create a photo series called “Everyday Woman.” Taking photos of his subjects before and after hair, makeup and wardrobe, his premise […]
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Back to School: Advice to My Younger Self
It’s mid-September, and school has been back in session for most of the kiddos for the past month or so. I volunteer for an organization that pairs up mentors with high school students from low-income families, and my mentee is now entering her Senior Year. A few weeks ago, I met a second-year MBA student […]
Make Networking Suck Less (Again!)
Networking. It’s a dirty word for some of us – it feels icky, uncomfortable and maybe even sleazy. But it doesn’t have to be. Networking is about making connections with like minded individuals. It’s about helping one another find ways to be successful. And it’s about paying it forward. If you’re an artist or an entrepreneur, […]
You are Fascinating. Find Out Why
My background is in marketing and branding, so it’s no surprise that I have a personal bias for knowing your personal brand. Whether you’re a company or a solo artist – knowing what gifts you bring to the world, and having a way to communicate that clearly and succinctly is something I think everyone can work […]
Red Shirt Networking: How to Commit Social Suicide in 4 Words or Less
Last week, I was invited to attend a “networking event” at a swanky hotel in Beverly Hills. Those in attendance were (presumably) all alums of a certain school, and all working, or trying to work, in the Entertainment Industry. I was invited as a guest of an alumnus of the school. Networking Events are essentially this: […]
My Determination List
Nearly 4 years ago, I had the opportunity to take voiceover classes from the most excellent and extremely talented Richard Horovitz. If you don’t know who he is, Google him or scroll through his massive IMDB profile. He’s the voice of Invader Zim, and Billy of “The Adventures of Billy and Mandy,” and so, so, […]