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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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73: Logan Nickleson on Misunderstandings About Marketing, Finding Your Audience, and Using Psychology to Your Advantage
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[Recap for Episode 72] Amy Oestreicher on Being a Detourist, Being More Capable Than We Think, and Taking Risks
72: Amy Oestreicher on Being a Detourist, Being More Capable Than We Think, and Taking Risks
[Replay] Katy Walker and Joel Mejia on Taking Action, Working with Limitations, and Empowering Others
[Recap for Episode 71] Cassia Cogger on Being Open to New Ideas, Avoiding Complacency, Being Consistent, and the Art of Simplification
71: Cassia Cogger on Being Open to New Ideas, Avoiding Complacency, Being Consistent, and the Art of Simplification
[Recap for Episode 70] Kent Sanders on Taking Breaks, the Obstacles That Hold Us Back, and Changing Our Money Mentality
70: Kent Sanders on Taking Breaks, the Obstacles That Hold Us Back, and Changing Our Money Mentality
[Recap for Episode 69] Bob Baker on Following Your Curiosity, Being Persistent, and Finding Success as an Artist
[Replay] Tim Lawrence on Growing Through Adversity, Minimalism, and the Power of Listening
69: Bob Baker on Following Your Curiosity, Being Persistent, and Finding Success as an Artist
[Recap for Episode 68] Kym Dolcimascolo on Creating a Plan, Knowing Your Audience, and How Artists Can Change the World
68: Kym Dolcimascolo on Creating a Plan, Knowing Your Audience, and How Artists Can Change the World
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[Recap for Episode 67] Marcella Chamorro on Letting Go of Ego, Getting Into Creative Flow, and Becoming More Mindful
67: Marcella Chamorro on Lettting Go of Ego, Getting Into Creative Flow, and Becoming More Mindful
[Recap for Episode 66] Charlotte Eriksson (The Glass Child) on Facing Obstacles, Knowing Yourself and Your Fans, and The Importance of Your Why
66: Charlotte Eriksson (The Glass Child) on Facing Obstacles, Knowing Yourself and Your Fans, and The Importance of Your Why
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