We were told, growing up, that if you kept your head down and worked hard, you’d be recognized and rewarded for your hard work. We were told, in school, that if you played by the rules, and worked hard, you’d be recognized and rewarded for your hard work. We were told, at some point in […]
It’s JUNE! Holy crap, this year is flying by. Over the weekend, I had the privilege of witnessing a commencement ceremony for the students of Minds Matter of Los Angeles. For the past three years, I’ve spent my Saturdays mentoring a girl named Genesis. Now, that young woman is graduating from high school and preparing […]
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, […]
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: […]
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, […]
As an actor, my job is to tell stories. Out loud, on stage, on screen. For the education and entertainment of others. But once upon a time, I studied marketing. And I worked as a consultant and a marketing professional, to create and manage huge brands and budgets. And when you’re working with large groups […]
