ARTICLE: Get Your Juicy On!

You know what else is juicy? Oranges.

JUST DO IT! GET YOUR JUICY ON PEOPLE AND BOOK BIG!!!

Common, you know you love it. Why not commit to it? Why not go all the way with your feelings? Why not get dressed for the occasion and show up on time and go for it? You know they want you. You know you have the gift and the talent to make them say... Yes! Yes! So, why not do it? Why not put time and love into what you do? Why not just go there and take it? It's waiting there for you to take it. It's calling your name. Sound enticing?

I'm talking about your career. I'm talking about your dreams. You want it, right? Then go about it the correct way and be prepared. Get your juicy on. Have a plan of action. Show them what you're made of. Don't let some other person take what you want. Attack your opportunities. Don't let them pass you by. Taste it and go after it. Hit every thought. Set up every action, Know what you're doing. Know who you're talking to or about. Create your environment. Feel every moment and tell the absolute best story there is to tell. Expand your imagination and breathe in all the possibilities.

You sell it baby, and we will buy it! Give it all you got and walk away knowing that you were successful, interesting and juicy. You made it happen. You're the one to facilitate your dreams into reality. You're the captain of your ship. Just put up the sails and go.

Always here for YOU!

Amy Lyndon
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ARTICLE: Tell Me About Yourself

Done right, you can be charming too. Like this guy.

Actors take meetings; it’s just a part of what we do. Whether it’s meeting an agent or manager, auditioning for producers, or just networking at a bar, you’re out there connecting with people and talking about your career. And, of course, the infamous question always arises:  “Tell me a little bit about yourself?”

Actors - Here’s the answer to that question, in the order of importance:

Interesting Fact or Story – Actors are storytellers, and the people we’re meeting are usually people who hire those that tell the best story possible. Imagine your interviewer as a 5-yr-old who needs to be entertained and the goal is to tell an interesting and funny story that also relates to your castability to let the buyer know how much money they can make on you. For example, I play a gentle nerd a lot, and so one story I use is how as a kid I would ask my parents to buy me Star Wars toys, but you see, I would never take them out of the box. So even at 8 I thought of myself as a collector! What a cute little successful nerd! Get it? Or you might tell them an interesting story about your parents and that they’re missionaries who work for the Red Cross. You’ve got to have a hook so that they remember you distinctly.

Education – A brief recap of your education helps your interviewer get a feel for what they can expect. If a prestigious university or school puts their stamp of approval on you, you’re golden. Always express your enthusiasm and relevance to the industry: “I just started private coaching with Amy Lyndon and I can see why so many of her clients book because she’s been doing wonders for me. I seem to be booking every audition I go out on.” If you’re looking to move into sit-com work, make sure you mention that you do stand-up or you’re in a comedy troupe or improvisational group. Let them know where and when they can come to see your work.

Numbers – Agents and managers love numbers – that’s what they make money on.  For example: “In just under 2 years, I Booked a hit TV show, a Series Lead with Paramount Distributing, and I have a Feature Comedy in Post Production with a 2012 Release. And my Web Series was just picked up for 13 more episodes!” They are not interested in the details! It tells them that you are a booker and in the game to make them money. No credits? Then list other accomplishments like great reviews from Theatre Productions and tell them what type of roles you play and how excited you are to move into television.

These 3 elements are the foundation to a successful Tell Me About Yourself. Keep in mind, there is a Casting Director (30 seconds) version and even a one-line meet-a-Producer-in-a-bar version. Make sure you take advantage of this in your career consultation at www.TheLyndonTechnique.com - Amy Lyndon is an expert at getting you ready for every meeting and audition!

This article is meant to take out some of the mystery behind this very important question. A great interview can make a huge difference and we at The Lyndon Technique are thrilled to give you the “Cheat Sheet” to your success.

Always remember, stay positive and know that you are awesome!

Let us help YOU succeed!!!


Cheers!
Justin Turner, Marketing Director of The Lyndon Technique
Amy Lyndon, CEO + Founder of The Lyndon Technique
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