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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.
[Replay] Kim Nicol on Her Journey into Mindfulness, How Mindfulness Helps High Powered People, and the Many Ways She Teaches
[Recap for Episode 82] Erik Kruger on Lessons from Failure, Letting Principles Guide You, and Creating Value for Your Audience
82: Erik Kruger on Lessons from Failure, Letting Principles Guide You, and Creating Value for Your Audience
[Recap for Episode 81] Ja-Nae Duane on Vulnerability, Staying in Touch with Creativity, and the Power of Mindsets
81: Ja-Nae Duane on Vulnerability, Staying in Touch with Creativity, and the Power of Mindsets
[Recap for Episode 80] Angela Ferrari on Believing in Yourself, Having Fun, and Struggles and Success
80: Angela Ferrari on Believing in Yourself, Having Fun, and Struggles and Success
[Recap for Episode 79] Henry May on Leaving His Respected Job, Letting Ideas Develop, and Taking Action
79: Henry May on Leaving His Respected Job, Letting Ideas Develop, and Taking Action
[Recap for Episode 78] Kristen Fagan on the Downside of Perfectionism, the Power of Play, and Following Your Intuition
78: Kristen Fagan on the Downside of Perfectionism, the Power of Play, and Following Your Intuition
[Recap for Episode 77] David Smooke on Taking Incremental Steps, Community Building, and Unleashing Your Potential
David Smooke on Taking Incremental Steps, Community Building, and Unleashing Your Potential
[Recap for Episode 76] Melissa Dinwiddie on Being Happy, Making Time for Creativity, and Sharing Your Work
76: Melissa Dinwiddie on Being Happy, Making Time for Creativity, and Sharing Your Work
[Recap for Episode 75] Kerry Burki on Listening to Your Younger Self, Learning to Say No, and Shifting Your Mindset
75: Kerry Burki on Listening to Your Younger Self, Learning to Say No, and Shifting Your Mindset
[Replay] Mike Roy on the Common Myths Artist Believe, How to Overcome Those Beliefs, and Finding the Perfect Niche for Your Creative Business
[Recap for Episode 74] Dave Conrey on the Importance of Connection, the Keys to a Creative Business, and Getting Started
74: Dave Conrey on the Importance of Connection, the Keys to a Creative Business, and Getting Started
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