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This is a replay of episode 30 with Natalie Kim. Natalie believes we should not rely on others to further our careers. We are no longer beholden to decisiosn from the gatekeepers. We are the deciders of our own destiny. In this episode, Natlie tells us why we need to pursue own own dreams.
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Natalie Kim is an actress, writer, and artist. She also hosted It’s a Draw With Natalie Kim, where she interviewed comedians and cartoonist while they drew. On this episode, Natalie talks about why you need to work on your own projects, lessons she’s learned from stand-up and improv, and why vulnerability helps with acting and in life.
Here are three things you can learn from Natalie:
Choose YourselfFor a while, Natalie listened to what other people told her. She let her manager and others decide what roles she would appear in, which led to burning out.
It was only when she went back and worked on her own projects that she was able to find happiness in her work.
Don’t let other people tell you what you should be working on. Decide for yourself. If you don’t like the projects that people are offering you, work on your own projects instead.
The Power of VulnerabilityNatalie has learned that being being vulnerable and open not only helps you with acting, it also helps you in life. By being more open, it allowed her to be more human and to experience things more fully.
We often go through life trying not to show too much emotion, but the thing is, people are more trusting when we are open. It is much easier for people to empathize with you when you are being honest with them. This mutual honesty and trust allows you to build a strong connection with each other.
Dealing with Inconsistent Audience ReactionsAs a stand-up and improv performer, Natalie has learned to deal with different reactions from the audience. Some nights people will laugh, others it will be silent.
The only way to deal with this is to realize that not everyone will have the same reaction to your work. Instead of worrying about it or letting it get to you, learn to move on. Don’t let what others think dictate what you think about yourself.
You just have to hone your craft and be so good people can’t ignore you. The difference between professionals and amateurs is the ability to deal with criticism and the reaction of your audience.
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91: Erik Young on Creativity vs. Natural Inspiration, Stealing in Art, Taking Chances, and Learning from Your Mistakes
[Recap for Episode 90] Chalky White on Asking What If, Being Persistent, and Never Giving Up
90: Chalky White on Asking What If, Being Persistent, and Never Giving Up
[Recap for Episode 89] Victor Yocco on Tailoring Your Message, Finding Support, and Having an Effective Website
89: Victor Yocco on Tailoring Your Message, Finding Support, and Having an Effective Website
[Recap for Episode 88] Shawn Coss on Being a Popular Artist, Defining Your Success, and Business Being Hard Work
88: Shawn Coss on Being a Popular Artist, Defining Your Success, and Business Being Hard Work
[Recap for Episode 87] Derek Miller on Creative Action, Having Positive Mindsets, and Not Getting Down on Yourself
87: Derek Miller on Creative Action, Having Positive Mindsets, and Not Getting Down on Yours
Katie Hornor on Sharing Your Gifts, Respecting People, and Defining Success
[Recap for Episode 85] Ron Dawson on the Power of Stories, Putting in the Work, Learning on the Fly
85: Ron Dawson on the Power of Stories, Putting in the Work, Learning on the Fly
[Replay] Colin McCann on Productivity, Taking on an Ambitious Project, and the Power of Beliefs
[Recap for Episode 84] Brett Michael Innes on Adapting to Your Situation, the Power of Mentorship, and Not Giving it to Fear
84: Brett Michael Innes on Adapting to Your Situation, the Power of Mentorship, and Not Giving it to Fear
[Recap for Episode 83] Cebo Campbell on Putting Everything Into Your Work, Taking Your Time, and Striving to be the Best
83: Cebo Campbell on Putting Everything Into Your Work, Taking Your Time, and Striving to be the Best
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