Not Talented Enough To Be An Artist? - Erica Wernick

[@lauraluey]

"You wouldn't be given a dream, unless you have the capacity to fulfill it" ❤ So much value in this video 🙏

[@edesignw]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@RisenPhoenix68]

Sadly, you can die pursuing your dream while the world that you are responsible for goes to hell around you because of your selfishness.

[@badandy9716]

Luck is when preparation meets opportunity. You should always be preparing because you never know when that door may open. Just make sure you're ready to walk through when the time comes.

[@warriorjunior1014]

Having spent 25 years in dance, I managed to WALK into J'Lo's office many years ago, with the hopes of simply dropping off a resume. No luck.

[@anim8edbymaddad485]

“Strive to be YOUR best. You don’t have to be THE best.” Love this thanks

[@RaquelFoster]

I’m not exactly interested in the film industry but this stuff certainly applies to any arts/entertainment field. When you’re an introvert nerd you tend to think everything is about your technical skill/knowledge. You think, “I’m going to get really good and my work will speak for itself!” You put so much pressure on yourself - and it’s not even true. And if you’re an ADHD spaz you feel like you’re constantly failing because you’re lazy, and that’s not true either, but I suppose that’s a different topic. You need social skills because you need to know people to get any opportunities. You need the ability to focus or else you’ll screw up all the opportunities. Most people will probably have plenty skill in their craft by the time they figure out those other two. Success in a field is a popularity contest, and you’ll probably need to reboot your whole life a few times before you find yourself in a context where you’re able to deal with that. Maybe I’m wrong, but that’s my personal philosophy this week.

[@Saltbreather]

I completely relate to everything you said, and for me it’s music. You really hit the nail on the head

[@briansalazar7397]

I completely relate to this! Personality work is my ongoing battle that ebbs, flows and is mostly spent alone these days after work. I’m trying to push to leave something meaningful behind but also, just not go batty from the worlds conditions.

[@andreaweber8059]

This! I had plenty of opportunities in the fields I was going for, this way I was really privileged, and I never realized they even WERE opportunities. Just was not grown up enough at the time.

[@dallassegno]

yeah its about being a fake and a liar

[@Jake.r.reinhart]

I have no idea how I got to this video. But this woman is a genius.

[@mikekillagreen9432]

Me too! Agree with her being a genius

[@edesignw]

haha thank you Jacob!!

[@edesignw]

@@mikekillagreen9432 thank you!!

[@59simonh]

Brilliant! I learned something today. Thanks.

[@Mightyrobz]

Absolutely! What a beautiful energy and wisdom 🙏🏾❤️😊

[@devernepersonal3636]

anyone can be an artist in this day in age because people appreciate the validity in all art styles and skill levels. its about marketing and about the story in your work

[@gutenbird]

That’s the key to the statement that everyone can be an artist. There are different skill levels. There are levels a person like me could never reach but oh well.

[@haitamvfxer]

It's funny how these pseudo artists are exploiting relativism as a way to get away with so much bullshit.. Strangely.. It wouldn't be the case with more concrete fields like science and technology

[@devernepersonal3636]

@@haitamvfxer art is not science, art is expression.

[@haitamvfxer]

@@devernepersonal3636 and you a fraud

[@devernepersonal3636]

@@haitamvfxer lmao

[@m.mishra9133]

She's absolutely right. Talent is just a shred of what you need to make it.

[@JacobPatrick1]

💯

[@crencottrell7849]

Perseverance is the word I *needed* to hear.

[@edesignw]

You've got this... 💖

[@andrimemini1805]

@@edesignw Thanks Erica.... i really enjoy your spirit and output... greets from germany....

[@hehhehdummy]

Read her book. It's wonderful. I regularly go back to one of the exercises from the book when I have my doubts

[@hollywoodsuccesscoach]

Wow, thank you Ramon, I'm so glad you liked the book! Seriously makes my day to hear you go back to it when you have your doubts!

[@gwenbardon6025]

This video is wonderful as I’m trying to fulfill my dream as a visual artist. I am 60 years old and was told at 20 years old that I should be an art teacher because my work wasn’t good enough to make a living as an artist.. I am an art teacher and will retire in a few years. I am working on my artwork everyday now and I plan on going for my dream. I had another college art instructor say my work was “ too” feminine. These comments have left scars on my soul so I would never tell my students negative statements. I am going to find your book and congratulations on overcoming what your art teachers said to you.

[@oORiseAboveOo]

Good luck to you. I hope your dreams come true.

[@gwenbardon6025]

@@oORiseAboveOo Thank-you so much! I hope your dreams come true also. If we don’t try then nothing will ever happen.

[@hollywoodsuccesscoach]

Thank you Gwen! It's never too late! 💖

[@yumaikai]

Sometimes, for self preservation, we have to reframe things. Your work wasn't "good enough to make a living as an artist", to THEM. Your work was "too feminine", to THEM. With your lived experiences your art can be powerful because it will be informed from witnessing so many different things, and having to endure so many different things. There are so many stories of "mature" artists succeeding wonderfully. I hope it is going well for you.

[@brushstroke3733]

I may not be talented enough to be a singer or musician, but I am finally growing to accept myself (sometimes) and enjoy singing anyway. So many people discouraged me when I was younger that I pretty much gave up on myself too. If you are young and have a genuine interest in something, do it because you love it, not because you hope it will bring you fame and fortune. If you clear out those secondary reasons for pursuing your interest, the praise and criticism of others will have less relevance and impact upon you. Thanks for this excellent series! Erica is a star!! 🌠

[@leoexgb3219]

Words cannot describe how much I needed this....especially right this moment. Thank you so much Film Courage and Erica

[@edesignw]

Wow, I'm so glad to hear! And so glad to provide. 💖

[@gailfraser9617]

Yup yup yup! I was just jerked by this quote: you wouldn't be given a dream unless you had the capacity to fulfill it. Please tell me who said it. Your accent makes it a bit difficult to know. Thanks

[@chidinwabueze]

Almost quit my job this week to jump into acting. But I didn’t. And this video confirmed that I still have a lot of learning/developing to do in terms of the life skills (perseverance, networking work ethic, etc) I’ll need for that career

[@edesignw]

Follow your heart, always!

[@grizzly228]

I wanted to quit my job to take on writing full time. But I came to the same realization. I can work and get better at my craft at the same time.

[@brushstroke3733]

@Rising star I take it you don't think there is much value in the teachings of Jesus?

[@someguyyoudontknow263]

to inspire you a little, Stephen Cannel had a full time job, family and was dyslexic. But he was determined to be a working screenwriter. He told me he woke up very early, wrote for 2 hours, went to work, came home, told his wife to hold dinner and wrote for a few hours. he did this everyday for 6 years before he got a gig. He became fast and good. He became a hollywood writer and eventually gathered enough money to buy his own studio. He produced 1000 episodes of TV. He was Dyslexic. listen, acting classes happen in the evening. you can hold a job and do the classes/rehersals. I see you are a nurse. you have the option of doing 3 day/ 12 hour shifts. I know its a burnout because my family are all nurses but you do have weekdays where you can hit the auditions. work the weekends and go to auditions on the weekdays. I wouldn't bet on becoming a star but you got to buy the ticket and take the ride in life. you can still make nurse income and push 3 days of auditions per week. In LA it gets pretty scary when you bet on acting into your 30s and still cant make income out of it.

[@concernedcitizen7385]

08:30 “.. ‘the best’ is always going to be subjective.” … Excellent words of wisdom. 🙏

[@ZeRo-yc7zf]

Very level headed and wise person, and she represents the Optimist very well. Life can be tough and not everything you want is within arms reach. But that’s all the more reason you should believe in yourself and look for the positives in everything

[@JD-zw5os]

Oh Film Courage, you are food for my soul and Erica almost brought tears to my eyes. Thank you both.

[@edesignw]

Aw, JD! I'm so glad this resonated.

[@aprotista]

Erica, thank you. I’ve been feeling very discouraged recently in my art progress and this was exactly I needed to hear.

[@captaincloudsuperhero6869]

Love the message! I recently decided to give writing a shot since I figured hey, if I keep at it, eventually I might get half decent. It’s actually been a blast! Since giving myself a deadline to write a short story each week, I’m now doing something I never thought I could!

[@hollywoodsuccesscoach]

That's awesome!

[@gabibeselmusic]

this video gave me a breath of fresh air. Thank you!

[@jl.7739]

She’s right about talent. I watched a doku about jack Nicholson here on KZbin and was surprised to learn that he was a bad actor very early in his career. He knew that, took some acting lessons and got better. We all know the rest. Most great artists learned their craft for a long time before they became great.

[@MilenaEtc]

This is at the same time inspiring and discouraging for me. Being an introvert I have social skills but I also need to spend lot of time by myself and that prevent me to build those necessary connections to achieve what I want and I can see that talent alone is not enough

[@hollywoodsuccesscoach]

I'm a huge introvert! I built connections through cold emailing, by myself at my computer :)

[@ComicPower]

We all deserve to live our dreams in our own way. I love that quote. It would make an awesome bumper sticker.

[@rubendrakkar]

mike rowe said: "Just because you are passionate about something, it does not mean you won't SUCK at it"

[@prezadent1]

If you take an idiot and motivate him, you have a motivated idiot. -Jim Rohn

[@DoreVibe]

The growth mindset versus the fixed minset. “In a growth mindset, people believe that their most basic abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work-brains and talent are just the starting point. This view creates a love of learning and a resilience that is essential for great accomplishment.” ( Dweck, 2015)

[@tchakhtchoukha]

"...and if talent is the only thing you have, it most likely is a hobby not a carreeer" wow that just punched me in the face, i allways thought my craft wasn't good enough so I gave up my art and took up a boring admin job and wasted so much time working in enviornments where I had to pretend they were mine that I neglected my art in which I may say I have some talent. I'm going to work on my perseverence. That's gonna be my next goal 😊

[@TrishCanyon8]

When I was 19 I was discouraged from playing guitar. At 61 I discovered guitar again and carved out a singing voice. The book's on the way.

[@natural91LC]

Omgosh I love her sooo much! I agree talent is just one piece, there are a lot of factors that play a role That’s why is important to persist and expand your repertoire ❣ ✨

[@edesignw]

Thank you!! 💖

[@ajtaylor8750]

Talent in my book is overrated. Yes, we all have natural gifts that are God-given and come with no effort, but there are people with talent that don't become great because they lack 1) a proficient work ethic, 2) a mental edge towards their craft, and 3) the ability to constantly learn and improve. In the words of Kevin Durant, "Hard work beats talent when talent fails to work hard."

[@Thenoobestgirl]

I feel personally attacked right now 😂

[@christianpaul5635]

This channel is sheer gold.

[@JebbAdams]

I make films! Everyday! Hey Erika! Super sharing! I am a newbie film maker. Thank you so much for your inspiration, your encouragement! Some of us are scorned & devalued for a lifetime! In a few weeks I will be 67! Finally my dream is coming true because I work on it everyday by filming & watching you! Peace from downtown Montreal!

[@Skylark-nu4qt]

Very beautiful and helpful-thank you Erica and Film Courage. I think the acting teacher saw herslf in you, and where she was at your stage, but also knew what happens to people who are very sensitve to rejection, and harsh criticisim. And even the designer who you mention that was famous-it's just a moment, and who knows what they went through to get there. You did great, Erica. A job you love, working with people who love to work with you. Well done!

[@hollywoodsuccesscoach]

Thank you Denise!

[@REDDRAGONARCHIVE]

This was life giving right here....Grate information and advice.

[@hollywoodsuccesscoach]

So glad to hear 💖

[@Musicienne-DAB1995]

So talent can actually make it more likely that you will only treat your skill as a hobby. This explains why I have thoroughly failed to advance with art and keep stalling with my writing. That insight was mindbloding. An honest and important interview from Erica Wernick.

[@sdjohnsononyoutube]

Ok. Ok. I think it's evident that after several "likes" from me on other videos between her & Film Courage shows that I believe this professional is talking to me directly. LOL. She attended an art & design college?! I almost lost it. No wonder I can relate to her positive attitude even in the midst of the most challenging of times. I'm going to re-listen to this piece. You guys out did yourselves with this interview.

[@jrobertlysaght]

This is wonderful advice. It is hopeful, but also realistic. This is the type of content I think I am looking for when I come to film courage.

[@l.w.paradis2108]

"Oh, I guess you just got lucky with the first one." *I gasped out loud.*

[@disideratum]

This is one of the most powerfully inspiring videos I’ve ever seen⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@edesignw]

Wow, thank you! So glad it resonated. 💖

[@filmcourage]

We're loving these videos, as well. Thank you again for sharing with us, Erica!

[@hollywoodsuccesscoach]

@@filmcourage honored!

[@cledosliop4175]

There will be competition in this world and everyone needs to face it. But we also have our own pace of growth so just keep pushing forward and value your growth more. Be patient and persevering.

[@hannahhochberg3584]

Wow love her and I relate to her in so many ways

[@hollywoodsuccesscoach]

So glad Hannah!

[@TheSunshinefee]

THANK YOU

[@normapadro420]

When I began to think about writing I just did. When I thought about becoming a photographer I became one. When I decided to create art I did, and do create art. I'm an artist. When I wanted to learn the process of becoming a music producer I did all I could to learn everything about creating music. I learned about every type of music out there. Then I applied everything I learned. I'm a music producer. I never asked anyone for permission. I'm self taught on every skill that I wanted to learn about. I self published all of my music, books, photography, art. My success has been self publishing everything, and the belief that I can do anything. I never let anyone tell me that I couldn't be who I wanted to be.

[@bagpakpark7097]

Erica is an inspiration

[@MenaCourtadeProductions]

Amen! Thank you!

[@suzeca-22]

I saw this when I was going to community college in the bay area. I was obsessed with getting straight A’s. As I made my way thru the classes I began to see that I was afraid of certain teachers. They would give tests that would try to make you fail. I was learning. The last thing I needed was someone trying to kick my legs out from under me. Talk about a negative way to teach. I began to learn who to avoid. I had an art teacher who would drop you a whole grade if you missed more than 3 times. I had social anxiety. I hated when she would stand over my shoulder. I began to miss. I did all the work. Got A’s on everything… but she gave me an overall C for missing class. That’s an ignorant way to teach too. Teaching another is supposed to be supportive and positive. They are learning.

[@teacherofteachers1239]

Her point about all the success we can regularly witness that seems not very good (acting, singing) is important. Also important, I would think, is to remember all the people who are the opposite: very good, make a living doing what they want, happy, just not rich and famous. Not everyone has to be Coca Cola. They can be RC Cola.

[@StellaDonna88]

I’m really digging this interview.

[@coreyloucks4865]

I think the biggest difference between giving constructive feedback versus how her old professor taught is what they address when giving feedback/criticism. The professor she had addressed her as a person instead of the work/actions she took. Saying, she got lucky the first time inferred that it wasn't her talent/hard work that was the reason for the results versus someone who gives feedback constructively addresses the work/actions detached from the person themselves. For example, if someone comes to their teacher and asks for feedback on their story and the teacher shows some of the mistakes within their story, like grammar or whatever and then proceeds to tell them how to fix it and avoid those mistakes along with addressing the things they did good with their story versus someone who tells their student the story sucks because they're a bad writer and they don't know how to do grammar properly, that's the difference between good and bad teachers. A good teacher addresses the work/actions without attaching that work to a person's worth or value versus someone who judges a person's value/worth on their work or actions.

[@danielvickery3311]

I love her videos.

[@filmcourage]

Cheers Daniel! We look forward to posting our full interview with Erica soon.

[@Comedyschule]

Awesone advice

[@givelove6400]

I love this. 💜✨

[@edesignw]

So glad!

[@VictoriaWhitlock]

Perseverance was the only reason I got through music school, because Lord knows I did not have as much "talent" or for a better word "experience" as the other students

[@iansheppard4529]

Frankly, I don’t have confidence in my writing. But I know business. I plan to combine them!

[@KoozlickMedia]

Step aside Olsen sisters. A new challenger has entered the arena 😊

[@hollywoodsuccesscoach]

haha omg this is the second comment saying this! I will take it as a compliment!!

[@lonjohnson5161]

Are you writing every day or at least on a regular schedule? Do you study books and movies by successful writers? Do you listen to the advice of successful writers? Are you willing to write poorly until you write better? Answer these questions and you won't need to ask if I think you can be a successful writer.

[@warriorjunior1014]

I'd rather put my writing energy into my doctoral work, since it could lead somewhere. UNTIL, I get any opportunity to pitch any of my scripts or ideas, I do not see the point of dedicating countless hours to writing scripts for free and for no purpose?

[@lonjohnson5161]

@@warriorjunior1014 Forgive me for being skeptical, but it seems unlikely that someone who has a genuine opportunity to get a PhD would fail to see the value of developing skills.

[@warriorjunior1014]

@@lonjohnson5161 And forgive me for saying, that you can do ABSOLUTELY NOTHING, to advance any of my projects.

[@lonjohnson5161]

@@warriorjunior1014 Okay. Just out of curiosity, if you have no intention of being a writer and none of us can do absolutely nothing to help you with your projects, why are you here?

[@warriorjunior1014]

@@lonjohnson5161 You are "attempting" to put words in my mouth. I do not need to answer "why" I say or explain why I am here. What IS important, is you see a perspective that is a coming from someone who does not represent the traditional modes and "suger-coated" beliefs. You need not worry WHY I am here, since you apparently have no understanding of what I have written. Most importantly YOU are not a successful writer and can do absolutely NOTHING to help or advance me.

[@flaminggmonkeyss]

"Skate Better!" Simple yet crucial advice lol Any Brink fans?

[@Jake.r.reinhart]

Soul skater for life.

[@flaminggmonkeyss]

@@Jake.r.reinhart yeah!

[@forthepasserby7204]

I am an illustrator. I must say that i often feel offended when someone looks at my work and says -" wow! how talented you are!" Drawing and practicing everyday has nothing to do with talent, but has everything to do with interest and the desire to progress. It takes a hell lot of perseverance. I think the biggest factor to be an artist is to have passion for your craft. If i am interested enough, i will crack it eventually. Never let anyone make you believe that you are not good enough! may be not today, not tomorrow. may be after 6 years... I am drawing for the last 6 years and it is only now that i am able to make drawings of a certain quality. still i have so so much to learn. there is no end to this. it's just the journey. try to have fun while you on it!

[@Meekismwisdom]

I love this interview

[@flaminggmonkeyss]

Fear is never the good tactic. Always lead with love. I can't think of one moment where fear has been a useful tactic.

[@edesignw]

I agree.

[@flaminggmonkeyss]

@Bala S I would call that being cautious lol. But we're more talking about using fear to lead or teach, never works. You might think it's working cause people obey you at first because they are afraid, it will eventually backfire badly.

[@donnabrathwaite3997]

A generous interview

[@trediaz4012]

Another great video. I feel like I will get picked up soon.

[@Thenoobestgirl]

Good luck! :)

[@trediaz4012]

@@Thenoobestgirl thank you

[@alanrosenthal3978]

luv how she's unguarded and relatable. Still trying to impress instructors from 13 years in her past! - good or bad we all do this. Unfortunately, the "hobby" comment cuts kinda deep. If i didn't treat writing as something to look forward to it wouldn't be worth doing. I wish the focus was on the end product and not on the career of the person delivering it, maybe then there would be fewer of the those "songs that i could have sung better" moments.

[@howardkoor2796]

Great interview

[@MikelGCinema]

Shes right, its not only about being an artist, you have to have the right skills, the maddening discipline to convince thousands and never, ever give up until they mention your name at the Oscars...lol

[@msd5808]

They should tell people the truth. I wasted a lot of my life thinking I was talented at art.

[@Laocoon283]

Should have differentiated the terms skill and talent. You were using the word talent for both concepts.

[@Wordsley]

These Rock!

[@KayFlowidity]

1:00 LOA 👌👌👌

[@woodspriteful]

People who attribute your successes to luck don't acknowledge or respect that you are on a conscious spiritual journey. Luck is circumstantial regardless of one's awareness, like the family, environment, and wealth you're born into. But once you are born, consciousness is yours, and people who wish you continued luck are just gaslighting you with a friendly cover.

[@indiesindie1984]

You can't let people rent space in your head! 🤯

[@pbg9208]

the law of attraction is in your head just do the work knock on the doors and when you are ready and the opportunity is there the you have your shot many talented people don't know they are talented and many are wasting it away with drugs and partying

[@Musicienne-DAB1995]

Is the Law of Attraction really compatible with the idea of working hard to achieve a goal? I much prefer the idea of working towards a goal, instead of expecting through wishful thinking that the goal will appear in your life.

[@batman5224]

Honestly, I think most success comes down to luck, especially in creative and artistic fields. Let’s take KZbin, for example. Most KZbinrs succeed because they get lucky with the algorithm. I know of KZbin channels that make excellent content, but hardly have any views. I also know of KZbin channels that make really stupid content, but get millions of views. With that being said, the harder someone works, the more likely they are to have good luck, but in and of itself, hard work doesn’t necessarily lead to anything.

[@Musicienne-DAB1995]

Hard work definitely always leads to something, but that something isn't necessarily financial success.

[@tselinsky6452]

There is a certain minimum level of talent you need to have a chance of success even if you have all the chutzpah and diligence and luck and everything else. When it comes to a very competitive field and you want to land in that top 10%, if you don't have some natural advantage you're facing a very frustrating climb. I can do math and when I study I can do well, but if I wanted to wipe the face off the top of the class at MIT, I'm aware that my brain has a limit as far as numbers are concerned. Just like most people just don't have the physique to get below a 4 hour time at a marathon, even if they're healthy and they work super hard. Motivational speakers don't focus on that because it goes against the "this is for everybody" message, but it's life. There are only so many hours in the day, and it's foolish to waste it pursuing an endeavor you don't have some edge in even if you love it to death.

[@JizzinUrhole]

There are so many people in this world who really need to learn how poorly they do things because they live in a self protecting bubble that makes them believe they are better than they are and they don't need to try to do better

[@fivebyfivesound]

💯

[@diegomesadiez]

She reminds me of Elizabeth Olsen

[@filmcourage]

How does this video help you?

[@Rohtix]

Welp, this kinda confirms what I've been telling everyone around me. They say my writing is talented and that it's enjoyable, but I tell them that isn't enough. They say nonsense. Figures I was right. Oh well.

[@162835show]

Interesting. Let me think a lot..

[@Sheriftolba_]

This video feels like watching a documentary about the real Wanda.

[@JAyala-se4st]

What school did she go to?

[@jam.lob.]

No one gives step by step guides on how to put yourself out there, the reason most people can’t do it is because no one knows how

[@BudsCartoon]

Yup this is me.... talent with no drive. I guess it's because I'm not motivated by money or acceptance. But man, the 1870s based on a true story story I'm working on is so fucking goo I may have to share.

[@AR-vf7vg]

I wanted to, but not only can I not relate to either the vibe nor the content, but I actually disagree on the whole Idea that she has a message (for artists).

[@daniel_wilkinson]

What is really demoralizing is when you try to have an opinion that is critical of The Great One and their yes-people attack you for your audacity.

[@HaleyMary]

I cringed when she spoke about cold emailing representation. I've heard some people say not to do that because unless you have clips and a demo reel to show that you have talent in singing, acting, etc, they are not even going to pay attention to you.

[@edesignw]

I think 100% of my clients have gotten representation from cold emailing. But, yes, you need to show you are an actor! So a self tape or reel is required.

[@warriorjunior1014]

Perseverance? How many writers do you know, who have WALKED up into the Hollywood hills and left scripts for industry producers or Hollywood elite? Emails? lol. ONLY tried a couple of hundred. (And even paid to try and get better contact info.) What you have are a select few who hold all the cards. Any schmo can make a small, independent film. And more than likely it is not going to go anywhere! (Omletto.) I wish everyone out there all the best with their hopes and dreams. But the reality is, they are just that. Most of which is a waste of time, BUT at least you can live with yourself knowing you did absolutely everything you could. I want to mention, do NOT support sites like Stage 32, where you have to PAY in order to have someone look over your material!

[@frododragons7389]

It seems like she’s only talking about her experience w one class and teacher, like she said some people like that teaching tactic it’s just that she doesn’t, her ‘argument’ is so antidotal and subjective like what is she even saying really. ‘Positive vibes only’ lol

[@gerardferry3958]

talent is a poor substitute for luck and connections

[@NiinaSKlove]

❣️

[@lavinder11]

Hm. It's not hard to guess how *some* untalented people have gotten ahead in HW. It's better to be honest rather than optimistic.

[@scratch5191]

Work on it means to spend money and time because you are setting the world on fire due to a lack of talent.

[@JizzinUrhole]

She missed the point where being told she wasn't talented enough made her work harder and better

[@warriorjunior1014]

She is dodging the question, by not addressing what other factors are just as important as talent. Sending emails and being ambitious? Let me see? I have been involved in dance for 25 years and have written more than one script. I have sent countless (Not 20.) emails to everyone from powerful people who I might THINK can relate to the story, to producers and agents. NOT ONE, not a single person or company will respond in order to consider a pitch meeting. What you have are a relatively small group of CONNECTED, powerful individuals who know, help each other, and work together. Then there are those "trying" to become. I can also assure you, it wouldn't matter if you live right in the center of the industry. Without someone giving you a chance, it is not going to happen. I like how you hear a RARE stories of trying and perseverance. Hang it there, it's going to happen if you hang in there. I hate to shed light on the reality of success in the entertainment business. NO ONE is going to help you. The super elite celebrities are looked to as royalty. (A small handful) in comparison to the 130,000 (I think.) members in SAG/AFTRA who are trying to become. I'm not trying to ruin your dreams, but the REALITY is more than likely no one is going to read your script or give you a big break and I can 100% guarantee NO ONE is going to offer me any type of opportunity. Since I have been trying to earn one over 30 years.

[@ravf458]

Been coming around to this reality after 3+ years of writing hard and placing in several completions. Dozens upon dozens of query letters sent. No interest anywhere, yet my scripts are good enough to take into production, as I'm sure hundreds if not thousands of others are too. What's the difference? Knowing someone. No amount of perseverance will create an opportunity where one doesn't exist. About ready to give up on this industry if it can't recognize the ppl who are sincere in their pursuit of a professional career with the talent and ethics to back it up.

[@clairelouise355]

This is true, but sometimes there are work arounds, like perhaps if you're in a position to take some time, even if it's just a week or so to shadow one of these people in the industry, you could send out a flattering email, let them know how much they inspire you and ask if there's any way you could work with them/shadow them (for free). You might be in luck. I did this as a student (so perhaps as a student it's slightly easier) and I wasn't really expecting a response, but I did and worked with someone I was inspired by. It could be a way to jump into that group and get yourself noticed by them. Then when you show them some of your work, they're more likely to actually look at it.

[@warriorjunior1014]

@@ravf458 "No amount of perseverance will create an opportunity where one doesn't exist." Great point! As far as "giving up" goes, I tend to modify its' meaning. I was actually going turn my script, as I was explaining my script and vision. Probably get more attention! lol. (See how I don't take it seriously anymore?) THIS is how I gave up.

[@warriorjunior1014]

@@clairelouise355 The reason for your response, is due to the nerve I struck with the REALITY of making it. Film Courage is cute, as it shows a few that hung in there and for whatever reason, got some eventual break. I look at what I have written, as nothing more than a pipe dream. The chances of someone even entertaining the idea are next to impossible. AND impossible if it is not written out.

[@clairelouise355]

@@warriorjunior1014 That's understandable and you're right, so many talented people don't make it to where they want to be. But I guess it's such a difficult industry that you have to really, really want it and you have to believe in yourself for that to have any chance of happening. So there arr those people who persevered and went down every avenue until they got somewhere and the ones who believe it'll never happen and give up. In my response I mentioned something I did to get contacts and work my way into the industry. I don't work in it now though, but I know that's entirely my own doing. I could have got in touch with that mentor after uni and worked with him again and built up contacts. I didn't, because i didnt believe in myself enough, but that's myself putting in my own blocks. I absolutely see what you're saying, that these film courage videos simplify it and suggest anyone can do it and we all know that isn't true, but I think the biggest blocker is ourselves, so these videos are designed to give you some courage that if you really try and if you believe in yourself enough to persevere through it, then there is a way to do it. Of course you definitely won't get anywhere if you start off thinking it won't happen.

[@johncamara1650]

Cultural relevance is the primary thing. Look at Keanu Reeves.

[@gonzaloleon-gelpi9776]

I am annoyed by her repeating herself so much.

[@thierryf2789]

This is positive thinking drivel. And the language is extremely loose. She is confused about talent and craft and about what she does working in that industry being art and her being an artist.

[@swedishmanguy]

"Didn't feel safe?"... "Fear tactic?" Just because she criticized her work??? People with this VICTIM perspective are lost forever.

[@hollywoodsuccesscoach]

Lol. Lost forever? My work wasn't critiqued at all. She just said "it's bad." There was no constructive criticism. In a learning environment like school, it's imperative to tell WHY it's bad and HOW it can be better. You know, so you can learn! I transferred to one of the hardest design schools in the country and thrived there because all of the criticism was very helpful.

[@shill1444]

@@hollywoodsuccesscoach - CoSign. The above poster is someone paying too much attention to the semantics game. It's obvious what she meant. Lol

[@theonebegotten]

The only thing I enjoy about these videos is the interviewer. Smart questions that blindside these people born with a silver spoon