(From the book: 101 Tips for Actors)
Is there someone in your life whom you talk to on the phone every day? Maybe even three, four or five times a day?
Has there ever been a day when this person called you, and you actually ignored their call because you had already spoken with them so many times that you just needed some space? Have you ever called someone so often that they may have ignored your call?
As an actor, once in a while a situation comes up and there’s a reason for you and your agent to speak five, six, seven or even ten times in one day – especially if he or she is in the middle of negotiating a deal for you. For the most part, however, once a week is more than enough, particularly if the business is slow or there’s nothing going on.
Don’t call your agent or manager just to “talk,” because the more time they spend on the phone talking to you (especially if it’s nothing more than chit chat), the less time they have talking about you with the people who can hire you.
Which would you rather have: a nice, cozy, feel-good conversation with your agent? Or, a nice, juicy part in a fabulous movie or TV show that provides you with a big, fat paycheck, that came about as a result of your agent spending time on the phone promoting you?
The choice is up to you!
BREAKDOWN: You want your agent out there promoting you and talking about you, not with you. So, unless it’s been a while and you need to check in, or you’re returning their call, don’t call your agent 2 or 3 times a day – especially when it’s just to shoot the breeze.
******************
101 Tips for Actors:
Secrets for Success Every Actor Must Know
Designed to provide you with practical information for pursuing your acting career, 101 Tips for Actors gives you an insider’s look at how to be successful in this business. To learn more, go to: www.101TipsForActors.com
No comments:
Post a Comment