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⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:30 What drew them to the script? 02:00 Improv skills as an actor 03:30 Playing morally dubious characters 06:00 Art imitating life — actors vs musicians chasing the dream 08:00 Survival jobs before the big break 09:30 The audition process 11:00 Working with James McAvoy 13:30 Regionality — do you need to move to London?

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Liyanne is one of the first casting directors in the UK to be seriously working in vertical drama — the short-form, portrait-mode content exploding on mobile — and she gives an honest, insider view of where it's heading and what it means for working actors right now.Whether you're a performer trying to get in the room, a dancer wondering how to pivot your career, or just curious about where the industry is going, this one is packed with practical, no-nonsense advice.In this episode:

- What a casting director actually does (and why the role is so undervalued)

- What vertical dramas are and why the UK industry is taking notice

- How to email a casting director without getting ignored

- What your digital kit should look like — headshots, showreels, social media

- Why getting seen is already a win, even if you don't book the job

- The self-tape mistakes actors make again and again

- How Liyanne went from dancer to one of the UK's leading casting directors

Vertical dramas cast by Liyanne: Mafia Lover, The Mafia Obsession, Pride and Prejudice (vertical), Saving Nora

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Disney's The Lion King and Disney's Hercules are lighting up London’s West End — and in this exclusive bonus episode, we go behind the scenes with two incredible stars from these iconic productions.

Have you ever wondered what it really takes to perform in a West End musical? From audition songs to onstage surprises, this interview gives you a rare insight into the journey, discipline, and magic behind world-class theatre.

🎭 The Business of Show Business host Jamie Body sits down with:

1. Thenjiwe Nofelmele (Rafiki – The Lion King)
2. Trevor Dion Nicholas (Phil – Hercules)

In this 15-minute interview, they share:

✨ The songs that helped them land their roles

✨ Honest West End audition tips for aspiring performers

✨ What it’s like performing in major Disney productions

✨ Fun onstage banter and behind-the-scenes moments

✨ Advice for anyone dreaming of a career in musical theatre

Whether you're a drama student, Disney fan, or theatre lover, this episode is packed with inspiration, insight, and a touch of Disney magic.

Wayne Perrey joins Business of Show Business to share his journey from the West End stage to television presenting.

As a performer in the original West End casts of Rent and Bombay Dreams, Wayne built a career in musical theatre before successfully transitioning into TV as a presenter and actor. In this episode, we talk about the realities of performing in landmark West End productions, the transferable skills between stage and screen, and how performers can develop the confidence and communication skills needed to become TV presenters.

If you're interested in musical theatre careers, the West End industry, or breaking into television presenting, this episode offers practical insight from someone who has successfully done both.

🎭 Topics we cover:

• Life in the original West End productions of Rent and Bombay Dreams

• The skills performers develop on stage that work for TV

• How actors can transition into presenting

• Building confidence and communication on camera

• The business side of show business

Subscribe for more conversations with performers, producers and creatives about the real business behind the entertainment industry.

Previously she worked as a dancer and musical theatre performer, including a 6 year run in The Lion King in the West End. In this episode, Crystal and journalist and presenter Jamie Body discuss the mindset needed to be a performer, what organisations can support you while in your career and after and the transferable skills performers have.

Crystal's website - https://www.crystalnicholls.com/

Dancers Career Development - https://thedcd.org.uk/

In Season 6 Episode 2 of The Business of Show Business, Jamie Body sits down with West End actor and fitness coach Rory Phelan to talk about life in musical theatre, building resilience in the industry, and why physical and mental strength matter more than ever for performers.

Rory shares behind-the-scenes stories from starring in:

1. Heathers: The Musical
2. Club Tropicana The Musical
3. Grease
4. Mamma Mia!
5. Saturday Night Fever

Alongside performing in the West End and touring productions, Rory founded Stage Strong — a fitness and mindset coaching programme designed specifically for actors and performers.

Working with clients across the West End, Broadway, and productions on Netflix, Rory helps performers build consistency, confidence and control — approaching the #ActorsLife with more energy, focus and longevity.

In this episode, we cover:

• Breaking into musical theatre

• Staying physically strong during long runs

• Managing rejection and resilience

• The reality of West End life

• Building a business alongside performing

• Fitness for actors & performer wellbeing

If you're an aspiring performer, working actor, or creative building a career in show business — this episode is packed with insight.

🎙 Subscribe for more conversations with industry professionals.

So much has happened since casting director/consultant, choreographer and educator Graeme Pickering appeared on the podcast in first season.

You can listen to his season 1 episode here.

In this episode Graeme shares what life as a casting consultant is like while sharing tips for singers, dancers and actors wanting to secure, tours, West End contracts and cruise ship opportunities. He also discusses his new CIC Stammers Matter and a whole lot more.

Find out more about Graeme on his website here.

After 10 fantastic guests from the entertainment, arts and culture sector, season 5 has come to an end. Don't panic, season 6 is already in development with lots of new guests and subjects to explore.

Jamie and Courtney's paths crossed many years ago when they both worked as dancers for Royal Caribbean Cruise Line.

Courtney is a professional dancer, educator and adjudicator based in New York City.

Some of her credits include the Broadway National Tour of Finding Neverland, Lin-Manuel Miranda’s In the Heights, The Radio City Christmas Spectacular featuring The Rockettes, and the first-ever revival in 30 years of Jerome Robbins’ Broadway, performed at The Muny and TUTS!

In this episode, the pair talk about dance competitions and conventions, dance copyright and much more.

Season 5 episode 9 sees journalist and presenter Jamie Body sit down with prima ballerina and dance star of Prime Video's Étoile Constance Devernay-Laurence.

From working her way up to Principal ballet dancer at the Scottish Ballet to touring and long days on set, Constance talks about growing her skill set, how dancers can break into TV and all things The Business of Show Business.

Season 5 episode 8 sees journalist and presenter Jamie Body sit down with theatre critic and creative writer Sam Marlowe.

Sam Marlowe is reviews editor for The Stage. She trained and worked as an actor before becoming a full-time arts writer with a special interest in theatre and performance. She has written extensively for the Times, as well as the Independent, the i paper, Time Out, Metro, theartsdesk.com and the Chicago Tribune

In this episode, we discuss the importance of theatre reviewing, loving what you do and all things The Business of Show Business.

Season 5 episode 7 sees former dancer and now journalist and presenter Jamie Body sit down with dancer turned personal trainer and fitness guru Chelsea Labadini.

In this episode they discuss full body health and the fitness facts performers actually need to know.

From what fuels your body to utilising social media to build your brand, join them as they discuss all things The Business of Show Business.

Season 5 episode 6 sees journalist and presenter Jamie Body sit down with West End performer and co-founder of West End Tails, Jack Greaves.

Having performed in West End musicals such as Matilda and The Book of Mormon, as well as Starlight Express in Germany, Jack has now utilised his business skills to open a central London dog care space.

In this episode, we discuss building a personal brand, launching a business from scratch and all things The Business of Show Business.

If you want a sneak peek behind the running of a business while also performing, this is the episode for you.

Season 5 episode 5 sees journalist and presenter Jamie Body sit down with casting associate Bailey Frances.

After a 12-year career in the arts, working as a dancer and model, Bailey discovered another side of the industry and started her journey into Casting in 2018.

Bailey has worked for a number of well-known Casting Directors, including Tree Petts Casting, Kate and Lou Casting and is now an Associate at Shakyra Dowling Casting CSA.

Bailey shares swapping her dancing shoes for the other side of the table.

If you want a sneak peek behind the casting curtain, this is the episode for you.

Season 5 episode 4 sees journalist and presenter Jamie Body sit down with West End performer Alyn Hawk.

Alyn is currently appearing in the West End musical The Great Gatsby at the London Coliseum.

His previous credits include:

Standby/Resident Director in Come From Away (UK Tour); Andy Lee/ Cover Julian Marsh in 42nd Street (UK Tour) Beast in Disney’s Beauty & the Beast (UK Tour), Lumiere in Disney’s Beauty & the Beast (UK Tour), Don Lockwood in Singin In TheRain (Adelphi Theatre); Ike Skidmore/Cover Curly in Oklahoma! (Chichester Festival Theatre); On Screen Actor in Small Island (National Theatre); Ensemble/Cover Young Buddy in Follies(National Theatre); Ensemble/Cover Pat, Mac and Doc in 42nd Street (Theatre Royal Drury Lane); Ensemble/Cover Henri and Adam in An American In Paris (Dominion Theatre); Cover Jerry Travers in Top Hot (UK Tour); Ensemble/Dance Captain in Evita (UK Tour).

Alyn shares advice for standbys, covers and swings as well as the truth about life touring in number 1 musicals.

Season 5 episode 3 sees journalist and presenter Jamie Body sit down with West End performer and qualified bookkeeper and accountant Sally Frith.

Sally shares what it is like performing in the West End show Evita alongside Rachel Zegler, as well as appearing as Sally Bowles in the West End in Cabaret and why freelance creatives shouldn't be afraid of tax.

Tax for Actors appeared on Season 3 Episode 6 of The Business of Show Business podcast.

Season 5 episode 2 sees journalist and presenter Jamie Body sit down with PR specialist Chloé Nelkin who is the creator and founder of Chloé Nelkin Consulting.

They discuss all things publicity from crisis comms to getting your personal brand out there and how to win over a PR firm.

Find out more about the amazing work Chloé and CNC get up to.

Season 5 episode 1 sees journalist and presenter Jamie Body sit down with West End performer and viral content creator Adam Lyons.

They discuss knowing your self-worth, how to sustain 8 shows a week on the West End, and creating viral content.

Adam is the man behind the viral 'Looking for a man in finance' dance craze on social media, as well as securing millions of views on other dance videos, such as his Gnarly flashmob in London.

Gnarly at Waterloo Station TikTok

Looking for a man in finance TikTok

Join dancer turned arts marketer and entertainment journalist, and presenter Jamie Body as he sits down with industry professionals to unpack the business skills, stories, & side hustles behind the entertainment and creative industries.

Season 5 lands every other Wednesday starting July 9th.

In this episode host, Jamie Body talks to Senay Taormina who as an ex performer runs the very successful agency The Dark Horse.

They talk about how to build a career, make the most of every opportunity and much more.

You can find out more about Senay online:

Website: http://www.senaytaormina.com/

Agency Website: https://www.tdhagency.com/

Senay Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/senay_creative/

Senay Make Up Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/st_makeupartist/

Agency Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tdhagency/

Podcast host Jamie Body talks to director, acting coach and filmmaker Kieran Vyas about the industry.

They talk about auditioning, getting the most out of your career and how to market yourself.

Website: https://kieranvyas.co.uk/

In this episode host, Jamie Body talks to Alex Dyer from Theataaccounts. Tax doesn't have to be scary and Alex tells you why.

During the episode, Alex shares advice on what you can and can't claim, advice on applying for a mortgage and so much more.

Website: https://theataccounts.co.uk/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/theataccounts

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Theataccounts

For season 4 episode 4 podcast host Jamie Body is joined by the News Editor from The Stage newspaper Matt Hemley.

Matt originally trained as an actor before starting his journey as a journalist.

In this podcast episode, the pair talk about the importance of theatre and entertainment journalism, press coverage and how to get into the world of journalism if you are interested in it.

You can read Matt's articles here: https://www.thestage.co.uk/author-matthew-hemley

Find Matt on Twitter here - https://twitter.com/MattHemley

Host Jamie Body is joined on this episode by J Harrison Ghee.

They discuss performing on Broadway, the life-changing experience J had while performing as Lola in Kinky Boots, and playing Velma Kelly in Chicago.

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jharrisonghee

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jharrisonghee/

For episode 2 of season 4, we talk to super swing Jen Caldwell.

Jen has appeared in numerous shows across a multitude of roles. Credits include - Swing/cover Heather/Resident Director, American Idiot, UK & Ireland Tour. Swing/cover Emily, Knights of the Rose, Arts Theatre. Flick, The Rhythm Method, workshop, The Bush Theatre and The Landor Space. Dyanne, Million Dollar Quartet, Indian Tour. Cover Dyanne/Resident Director/Resident Choreographer, Million Dollar Quartet, UK & Ireland tour. Covered/played Princess Fiona, Shrek the Musical, UK & Ireland tour. Covered/played Sophie and Ali, Mamma Mia!, Prince of Wales and Novello Theatres.

Jen is currently touring the UK in the smash-hit musical Six.

In this episode, Jen and Jamie Body discuss the skills needed to be a swing, life on tour and much more.

Twitter: @jennifer_cald

Instagram: @jcaldwell6889

In this episode podcast host, Jamie Body is joined by agent and manager JBR.

JBR shares his year's of knowledge and advice with listeners as they discuss how to build a happy and lasting relationship with your agent, how it's ok to follow other passions and much more.

Book: Getting, Keeping & Working with Your Acting Agent: The Compact Guide

Website: https://jbragent.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jbragent

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jbragent/

Craig designed the artwork for this podcast and The Business of Show Business logo, and alongside his performing career, he has built up his graphic design business.

In this episode, they discuss following your passions, diversifying your skill set and learning to be present and enjoy the moment you are in.

Craig’s contact details:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/craiganthkelly

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/craiganthkelly/

Website: https://www.craiganthonykelly.co.uk/

Spotlight Pin: https://www.spotlight.com/3030-8944-0071

Craig’s design contact details:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_CraigCreates/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/_craigcreates

Website: https://www.craigcreates.co.uk/

During this episode, they discuss what a coach is and how it can help you get to where you want to be and why they trained themselves as coaches.

Where to find them online:

Lauren

Website - https://laurenkester.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hello.its.lauren/

Leena

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/leenaphoenix/

For 10 years Dr Chelsea has used her experience as a professional dancer and coach, along with her PhD in sport psychology to help dance teachers make a bigger impact in the lives of their dancers.

"You may only have them in your class for a few hours a week, but you have the power to teach dancers about resilience, growth mindset, passion, and perseverance."

Website: https://www.chelseapierotti.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.chelsea.pierotti/

Podcast - Passion For Dance Podcast: https://www.chelseapierotti.com/podcast/

For me, the 5 main types of apps you need are:

1) Storage and organisation

Apps mentioned - Todoist, Evernote, Toggl, Lastpass, Google Drive, WeTransfer, Dropbox.

2) Business

Apps mentioned -Microsoft Word, Pages, Adobe Scan, Microsoft Office Lens, Swift Scan,  Sans Drama, Quick Books, Xero, Otter Ai.

3) Media and Design

Apps mentioned- iMovie, Kinemaster, Unfold, Legend, Mojo, Canva.

4)Social Media

Apps mentioned - Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok., Clubhouse, Pinterest, Snapchat.

5)Balance

Apps Mentioned - Forest, Headspace, Feedly, Water App, Happify, Lumosity.

Other episodes which may help are:

• Online presence: Making sure the offline and online you match
• Marketing for creatives and freelancers
• Mental health and self care in the arts with Applause for thought
• Positive mental health online and chat with Industry Minds

https://www.instagram.com/bodyjamie/

https://twitter.com/bodyjamie

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For the last 15 years, Stuart has worked in the world of TV on shows such as BBC Breakfast, Do the Right Thing, and Good Morning Britain.

During this episode, we discuss what it takes to make a TV show, how to manage a team and how to progress in a role that you love.

Website: https://www.stuartearl.tv/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/stuart_earl

LinkedIn: http://uk.linkedin.com/pub/stuart-earl

In this episode, we talk about presenting and how you just have to be yourself on camera.

I was joined by Emily Rose Adams, a presenter who has worked for companies such as Virgin Radio and Talk Radio and has hosted many events.

We discuss the skills needed to be a presenter as well as the new subscription website Emily has created called Presenter Jobs. Whether you are new to presenting or already working as a presenter this is website is a fantastic resource.

Emily online:

Twitter: @emilyroseadams

Instagram: @emily.rose.adams

Presenter jobs online:

Website: www.presenterjobs.co.uk

Twitter: @PresenterJobs

Instagram: @presenterjobs

A website can act as a magazine to your life and is your dream home online. It is a fantastic marketing resource for you to have, however it is both a time and money commitment.

During this episode we look at:

• is now the right time to build a website?
• should I do it myself or hire a designer?
• what should I put on it? and more.

Other episodes which may help are:

• Online presence: Making sure the offline and online you match
• Marketing for creatives and freelancers

https://www.instagram.com/bodyjamie/

https://twitter.com/bodyjamie

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Set up in 2011 by Managing Director Owen Woodgate, Tax for Actors is an Independent Accountancy firm that aims to provide a clear and transparent service for theatrical professionals.

In this episode, we dive into the entrepreneurial mindset, building a business, and Owen gives some constructive advice on Tax and what you need to do as a freelancer to be self-employed.

Website: https://taxforactors.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/taxforactors

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/taxforactors

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taxforactors/

Rachel and I trained together many years ago at musical theatre college, and sadly, due to an accident, Rachel was forced to change her career path. She went from performing on stages across the UK nightly to now running a successful Yoga personal brand.

In this episode, we discuss life after performing and how valuable your skills can be to other careers. We talk about the mindset needed to overcome injury, how you have to think like a business as a personal brand.

Website: https://www.yogachronicles.co.uk/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yoga.chronicles/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yoga.chronicles/

We are on episode 4, and I am flying solo today as I tackle rejection, imposter syndrome and how to stand out in a crowd.

This topic is something that almost all creatives and freelancers experience at some point, and I wanted to dive into this subject because 2020 and 2021 have not gone according to anyone's plans.

I break this episode down into three sections:

• Rejection
• Imposter Syndrome
• How to stand out in a crowded area of work.

If you want to book a coaching session or a business consultation, send me an email at info@jamiebody.com.

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In this episode, we tackle performers' property, getting on the ladder, building a property business, and the money mindset.

Adam Galbraith, Tommy Franzen and Shaun Smith are all highly successful performers whose careers have seen them perform with companies such as Matthew Bourne's Swanlake, Zoonation, Mamma Mia 2: Here we go again, Cats the movie and Strictly Come Dancing, to name a few.

They have all also built up successful property careers alongside performing. In this episode, they dive into how to get on the property ladder and turn one property into a business.

Where to find them online:

Check out their Clubhouse room on Wednesday's at 8 pm and Sunday's at 10 am called - Performers Property

Adam Galbraith:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamgalbo/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/galboproperties/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ag_properties

Tommy Franzen:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tommythefranzen/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/tommyfranzen

Website: http://tommyfranzen.com

Shaun Smith:

Websites:

https://shaunpaulproperty.co.uk/ and http://www.shaunpaulsmith.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shaunpaul1100/

and https://www.instagram.com/shaunpaul_property/.

Raffaella Covino of Applause for thought joins me to discuss mental health in the entertainment industry.

Raffaella is an actress with a passion for mental health in the arts. She is the founder and director of the triple award-winning organisation Applause for thought.  Applause for thought provide free and lower-cost mental health support, talks, workshops, well-being schemes & consultancy and accredited mental health courses to all those in the arts and entertainment industry.

Sharing her personal journey and some tips on mental health in the arts, Raffaella was a joy to interview. You can find out more about her and Applause for though below:

Applause for thought online:

Facebook: Applause for thought

Twitter: @ApplauseThought

Instagram: @applauseforthought

Putting the spotlight on mental health - Spotlight.com article.

Raffaella online:

Instagram: @raffcovino

Twitter: @RaffCovino

It is the lens in which you can look through to help you with decision making, content creation, networking, having an authentic online presence and more.

A brand isn't just a visual identity - yes, as a creative or freelancer, you have your visuals: logo; headshot; colours and typography on your website; what you wear to auditions; and networking. But your brand is also your values and personality traits, your tone, the content you create. You are a business, and people buy into products, services and people they trust, love and understand.

During this episode, I unpack what a personal brand is and give some tips on how you can work on yours.

https://jamiebody.com/

Other episodes to listen to which touch on aspects of personal branding:

• Marketing for creatives and freelancers
• Online presence: Making sure the offline and online you match
• The Freelancer's Toolkit

Twitter: @bodyjamie

Instagram: @bodyjamie

Facebook: Bodyjamie

It has been a pleasure and I can't wait to be back in 2021 with season 3.

If you have a topic you want covered in season 3 then email me at info@jamiebody.com.

And you can find me on social media:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/bodyjamie

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodyjamie/

Time Code:

1:01Yasmin intro

1:35 The difference from stage to film

2:20 The rehearsal process for Cats the movie

3:11 Auditioning for film

4:43 Advice for anyone wanting to swap the stage for film

5:44 "For film you need the best of both worlds , the pickup of the commercial dance world and the performance of the musical theatre world"

6:56 Going on set knowing what is expected of you

08:19 "Any book I read from when I was younger says "when I grow up, everything from primary school to high school, said I wanted to be a performer"

09: 31 Being available in the arts

" You can't linger on what could have been"

11: 35 "So many times I have felt pressure from agents or people on the job – stay and do another contract..."

11:57 "I never wanted to do a show for more than a year"

12:34 Not knowing whats coming next in the arts

15:10 Time management and online presence

17:10 Balance and rise of social media

19:11 Enjoy the moment you are in

22:15 Advice Yasmin wish she had known - "It’s not just about your talent, there are so many other things you bring to it"

23:58 "We are all talented and have something we can bring"

24: 45 "There are so many other things you need to know." Being talented isn't enough

25:46 "You want to be booked again. You don’t want to be a one hit wonder, you want people to want to work with you again."

31:25 Who or what inspires Yasmin?

32:25 Being inspired by film

34 "People think because you can two step that they you can dance"

35:00 Quotes or mottos important to Yasmin

38:19 Where you can find Yasmin online

Instagram - instagram.com/diva_y/

IMDb link

Backstage profile

Twitter - https://twitter.com/Diva__y

In this episode, Jamie Body discusses the pros and cons of boosting a post on social media and running paid social media advertising campaigns.

It can be a tool to help a small business or freelancer to grow their business and sell their products, but if done incorrectly, it can be a waste of money.

Jamie Body gives 4 tips for boosting your next post and what not to do.

https://www.jamiebody.com/

On today's I am joined by my long time friend Joseph Fletcher. Me and Joseph trained at college together and I am so proud of the career he has had.

As a hearing impaired performer he has not let his disability stop him. Some of his career credits include Deaf Men Dance, Closing ceremony of the 2012 Paralympics and West End musical Wicked.

Time code:

1: 04 Interview starts

2:20 When did you start performing ?

"Jealousy got me into the business"

3:51 Obstacles Joe faces with being hearing impaired

4:14 "The biggest obstacle is trying to convince people that the job is going to get done"

5:45 Confidence in having a disability

6:30 "We are always told what we need to improve or work on we are never told what we excel in"

7:06 "You have to showcase your best self"

8: 02 Joe's yellow brick road to Wicked

"Musical theatre was never the dream"

 14:24 How do you find another dream when you have achieved yours?

15:58 "Stepping into the uncomfortable places in our business"

17:33 The power of saying no

19:29 The value of our skills

20:35 Opportunities that have presented themselves because Joseph is hearing impaired

23: 27 "I now use my singing calls as an opportunity to have a conversation about my disability and opening up the room for people to ask questions"

25:02 "We are all looking for our representation. We go to the theatre to try and see ourselves on stage, and I don’t see myself on stage, specifically for the West End, I don’t see myself, so I need to help pave the way for other people like me"

27:18 What advice Joseph would give his younger self

27:58 "I wished someone had said to me that even though I am confined by boundaries, that they are not the walls – that’s not your max, you can push your boundaries out, they are not solid"

29: 32 Motto or quote Joe lives by

"Just keep it simple – we get so wrapped up in today’s world, we are so influenced by that and we forget that it doesn’t have to be so complicated"

30:14 "When I get stressed, I spell the word backwards and it spells dessert, pop that kettle on and have some cake"

30:58 "When you can, go above and beyond"

32:30 Social media in the arts

38:17 Where you can find Joseph online.

https://twitter.com/josephjfletcher

https://www.instagram.com/josephjfletcher/

https://www.instagram.com/josephjfletcherphotography/

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In this solo episode I talk side hustles and help you to identify your ideal client. There is difference between a side hustle and a survival job.

A survival job such as promotional work, temping, bar service etc is your in-between job to help you pay your bills and fund your career where a side hustle is your side business running alongside your main hustler where you use skills and services to make an income.

In this episode we look at your services, your ideal clients and ways to kick start your side hustle.

You can find a free PDF on building your side hustle here:

https://www.jamiebody.com/your-side-hustle

Other Episodes mentioned:

Season 1 Episode 1: Marketing for creatives and freelancers

Season 1 Episode 3: Online Presence

Season 2 Episode 2: Time Management

Season 2 Episode 4: Creating your own content

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Alex is a senior publicist at Amanda Malpass PR and has helped countless shows and individuals get the publicity they deserve.

Time stamp:

1:06 Interview starts

3:10 Being on the red carpet  

3:5 What is PR

5:45 You can’t guarantee publicity that’s the thing

7:42 "We tend to pitch out people who are right for specific outlets – we look at every individual"

 9:17 Alex’s journey into the arts  

10:01 "I did want to be a west end star"      

10:16 "I found over time something wasn’t quite right"

10:58 "I started to lose the love of performing"

12:13 Alex's thoughts on taking time away from the arts

12:28 Do what you love

13:39 The transitional value of our skills

15:06 "You always have to look presentable as you have no idea who is walking around the building wanting to cast you" 

16:06 Skill development

16:16 "You might not know you have a talent until you explore it"

17:02 what advice would you like your younger self to know

18:40 Networking and it’s importance

19:13 "Knowing when to speak and when to absorb"

21: 36 Typical Day in PR

27:00 How to get into PR

27:13 How to make yourself stand out when looking for a job in PR

30:09 The importance of having a website

33:50 Is it a little Devi Wears Prada?

37: 30 Who or what inspires Alex ?

40: 32 Quotes Alex loves  

https://www.amandamalpass.com/

In this solo episode I dive into tips and tricks that can help you to improve your mental stamina and wellness. Using some NLP coaching techniques I share some methods to help creatives and freelancers to focus more on what they want, talking kinder to themselves and feeling comfortable out of your comfort zone.

Don't forget to head to Apple Podcasts to leave your review.

As an NLP coach and mentor for businesses and the creative individual I help clients to connect the dots to build the career and business they way. I help people set clear and achievable goals, break through limiting beliefs and to feel comfortable outside of their comfort zone. If you want to find out more and to book a session you can head to my website - https://jamiebody.com/ or send me a message at info@jamiebody.com

We discuss the transition from performing to choreographing and how to follow your goals and passions to get to where you want.

It was an absolute pleasure to talk to Chris and underneath the time code you can find a link to Chris's Website. I hope you enjoy :)

Time Code:

0:54 episode starts

2:09 Where Chris’s journey into the arts all began

3:07 Transitioning from performing to choreography 

3:38 “ I think that was the switch moment “

3:50 "You can’t be taken seriously in the thing you want to do until it’s the only thing you want to do"

4:50 The adventure doesn’t start until you go off the path

5:05 "If I hadn’t tried where would I be now"

5:30 Variety of Chris’s career

6:49 Understanding how to work with performers having been there himself

7:14 Making auditions a positive experience

8:05 Advice for those auditioning

9:33 Being able to trust your ability

9:58 "An audition is a dialogue"

11:27 Seeing the bigger picture of what the casting director wants

13:30 At what point does a choreographer get involved with a project?

16:09 How to get into choreography

16:50 "You don’t know what kind of choreographer you will be"

18:45 The show that made Chris into a full time choreographer

19:28 Other passions alongside performing

20:14 Setting his own work schedule as a choreographer   

21:33 The hardest thing as a choreographer

24:38 Why do you think people give up?

29:15 Have time off if you need it

30:12 Advice on mental health in the arts

31:54 Business as choreographer

33:36 "Twitter for me has been invaluable"

36:41 Having a family and life outside of the arts

39:28 Who or what inspires Chris?

39.41 "I want to be a story teller through dance"

41:23 Don’t try and be everything to everyone –

44:25 The advantages of getting older in the industry.

You can find out more about Chris and his work here - http://www.whittakerchoreography.com/

Networking isn't just about making new connections, it's about nurturing the ones you already have.

There is a fantastic quote by Porter Gale which is:

"Your network is your net worth." 

During this podcast episode I discuss why networking is important for your career, how you are probably already doing it and how you can do it more effectively.

https://jamiebody.com/

Lisa has worked on shows such as ‘Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway’, ‘Parkinson’ and ‘This Morning’.

In 2018 Lisa joined the team at Comic Relief where she cast and produced the celebrities for the Kilimanjaro climb for ‘Red Nose Day 2019’.

Lisa share's her wisdom and advice for those wanting to get into TV as well as the benefits of networking and wearing something bright ;)

Time Code:

0:01 Intro

1:24  Interview starts

2:27 Lisa’s discusses her journey into arts & entertainment and how auditioning for drama college took her down a different route

3:24 The value of transferable skills

4:08 "We are in an industry where we have a passion for it "

4:52 Lisa’s first steps  on the tv ladder

6:05 "You have got to make yourself irreplaceable"

8:56 Goals and focus

9:07 You need to be open to opportunities

9:35 "Sometimes I didn’t know what I wanted but had to tried something to know I didn’t want it"

11:24 Be open to opportunities

12:22 Networking and why people get scared of it.

14:25 "Dress for the job you want and not the job you have"

 15:39 Going freelance after working on longer contracts

16:46 "When you are a freelancer the grass is greener"  

21:00 Motivation to keep going

22:29 "Working on a live tv show is like joining a moving treadmill"

24:18 Trust your gut

 25:15 Time management and managing relationships 

26:01 The danger of celeb spotting and working with bad people

26: 10 "The bigger the star the nicer they are"

26:39 Reputation

28:49 pitching an idea or client

30:00 "Think about your audience and how you pitch to them"

30.30 "Work out who your audience is and who you are pitching to"

34:45 Advice for those wanting to get into the tv

35:45 what solution do you offer?

36:45 Lisa's advice to her younger self – stick true, listen to your gut

37:04 Being rejected means you are being redirected to something better

43:50 Who or what inspires Lisa?

50:14 where to find Lisa Douglas online.

You can find out more about Lisa on her website - http://www.lisadouglas.co.uk/

By the end of this episode, you should have a better idea of what content is, how to come up with some ideas for you and your business, and be able to add content creator to the list of skills you have for your business or personal brand. It will also help you to know what to post online and help you to market yourself.

I talk through 5 different types of content that you can easily produce and more.

If you also want to book on to my Being Content with your Content masterclass on Sunday, September 27th then click here.

I will share with you my content planner and checklists to keep you accountable and to help you generate 90-days content!

We go behind the scenes of a day in the life of agent and find out what it takes to be make it as an agent.

Time Stamp:

1: 00 Interview starts

1:40 Meet Simon

3:55 What is day in the life of an agent like?

6:43 "I always say to my clients, it shouldn’t matter what is coming up as you should always be prepared for every eventuality"

8:40 Collective agents and the team

12:20 "I’m a doer" (learning the business skills needed)

14:40 Trying something new

15:20 "Performers have so much pressure on them when they have been dancing and singing since they were little. I always thought if I stopped at any point I would have failed or it would have seemed like I quit. But it’s not quitting, it’s just changing your direction and that’s ok

It’s important if you are going to make that shift, you really have to make that shift you have to really invest"

18:04 Social media and mental health

19:40 Different relationships with different clients

21: 32 Side hustles

23:55 How to email an agent effectively

26:34 "People are too afraid to show off..."

29:21 Social media generally in the arts

34:19 Who or what inspires Simon

36:8 How does it feel to tell someone they got the job?

39: 22 How has COVID changed your business

You can find out more about Collective Agents and Simon here:

https://collectiveagents.co.uk/about

https://twitter.com/AgentMayhew

Other episodes mentioned:

Creative Director Danielle Drayton Talks Events and Networking

Time Management for Creatives and Freelancers

You can also book your spot on my upcoming 90-day content planning masterclass here.

On this episode I will be helping you to claim back your time, helping you to create a work schedule and therefore helping you to avoid burn out and to stop you falling out of love with what you do.

As a freelancer and creative you have to look at yourself as a business and a brand, and although you won't be working 24/7 you need your brand and business to work as hard as you do for yourself so you can have downtime and a life outside of your career. 

It's easy to blur the line as a freelancer, creative or solopreneuer as you love to do what you do, but love doesn't pay the bills. So by the end of this episode you should be able to create a successful work flow for your week.

You can also book your spot on my upcoming 90-day content planning masterclass here.

Time Code

Intro

1:45 Interview starts

3:00 "We are so busy focusing on what we are doing, We don’t actually take a moment to think about everything we have achieved"

3:35 How Jamie and Danielle know each other.

4:06 How for her, running a company is about creating a sense of family

4:56 Where Danielle's career in the arts started

6:25 How as creatives we have to have a business mindset

"With a business you have to be constantly grow and constantly adapt to your environment. Constantly growing is key."

 7:16 Creatives having a side hustle and hobby

"I think it's important to have goals and stay focused on what you want to achieve but be open for new opportunities."

 7:56 "As performers we have so many skills"

8:07 Being open to any opportunities and new skills you can learn

8:20 Working out what you need to earn to survive

9:00 Do the bare minimum of what you have to do and then follow your passion

9: 53 Why do people give up?

"I feel people don’t look at their achievements and they just look at everybody else, it’s good to have a goal and competition but we are the first to put ourselves down – you have to champion and celebrate yourself"

10:13 The highs and lows of the industry

11:29 Danielle’s fist audition with an ‘old dancer’

12:55 Time management tips

13:25 Take some time out for yourself

 14:10 "Trust in your abilities, you are good enough and you will get more work"

15:34 What does being a creative director entail?

17:30 Transitional values of our skills

 "Dancing helped me know how to sell a product to a client"

18:14 Every job you learn something new

19:19 What is success and failure as a creative director ?

21:45 Is having network important?

"Everyone has to find a comfortable way to network for themselves"

22:05 "When you have a business you don’t have a choice, you have to promote yourself and really believe in your product and yourself and find a way to network that is comfortable for you."

22:21 "Learn what it is that makes you unique  and special and focus on that"

24:30 Set goals and once you achieved them you have something else to focus on and stay driven

24:48 What makes people successful?

26:22 Is it important to take a break ?

27: 11 Who or what inspires Danielle

 29:40 How has COVID-19 affected your job

31:45 Working with existing clients and taking them online

33:23 Danielle's fave quote

Tony Robbins –" fulfilment vs achievement"

36:00 Danielles thoughts on social media

38:33 Tips and advice

40:45 Who are blue fish and where can they find you?

Find out more about Blue Fish Ents here:

https://bluefishentertainments.com/

https://www.youtube.com/user/bluefishents

https://www.facebook.com/bluefishents

https://twitter.com/BlueFishEnts

https://www.instagram.com/bluefishents/

Lot's of exciting things in store for this season such as talking to experts on:

• Being a Creative Director
• Being an Agent
• Choreography
• TV Production
• Public Relations and much more.

I will also tackling marketing, business strategy social media and much more in my solo shows.

Find out more about me:

https://jamiebody.com/

https://twitter.com/bodyjamie

https://www.pinterest.co.uk/jamiebody/

https://www.facebook.com/BodyJamie

I discuss my journey from graduating musical theatre college in 2007 and working in TV, film and theatre, to my career in arts marketing helping with the marketing and social media of some of the leading shows in the West End and UK to retraining as an NCTJ multi-media journalist.

If you have any questions or want to know more about how I can help you with your career and to market and brand yourself then email me on info@jamiebody.com or reach out to me on social media on @bodyjamie on all platforms

Also, if you are an avid listening of the podcast I would be forever grateful if you could head over to Apple Podcasts and leave me a quick review. Reviews and ratings really help podcasts to get discovered and chart and it would allow me to help even more creatives.

Other episodes mentioned:

Episode 2: How to rock a niche and knowing your personal brand with Nileeka Bose

Episode 4: Entrepreneurship and the many roles we do as creatives with Rosina Andrews

Episode 6: Behind the casting panel with Graeme Pickering

Episode 8:The business of voice over acting and more with Marisa Dargahi

Episode 9: Positive mental health online and chat with Industry Minds

Episode 11: Spotting a gap in the entertainment industry and auditioning with Jenny Patrone

Episode 13:The importance of showreels and transitional skills in the arts with Jake Waby

If there are any subjects or creatives you want covered or interview in season 2, send me a message and I will see what I can do ;)

To vote for The Business of Show Business in the British Podcast Award listeners' choice category follow this link, it only takes 28 seconds. https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/vote

Show notes:

0:49 Interview starts

1:58 How Jake's career started

2:40 Figuring out the acting side of the industry wasn’t for Jake

4:04 Starting young in the entertainment industry

4:28 Coming to London was the next stop 'This is where I am going as apposed to where I have been'

5:22 Creating videos from a young age

5:54 'What I lost at drama school'

7:29 People noticing a difference in you when you aren't doing what makes you happy

7:59 'It's hard to be an actor'

9:01 'I don’t think anyone should ever go that bit of my life was useless...'

10.19 Nothing is ever perfect first time

11:22 'There are so many pressured areas of the industry that mine doesn’t have to be part of one'

12:07 How important is it to have a vocal reel?

12:23 At the end of the day it is a digital world!

13:37 'All it takes is one person to see you video who has something for you.'

14:08 'Use all the moments for opportunities'

Everything to do with your person brand is an opportunity for content

16:18 All it takes is for someone to relate to you or your video

16:40 The importance of making connections

17:38 What is a typical day in the life of Jake?

18: 55  What is rejection for Jake?

20:33 'I let a lot of work come to me'

21:58 'At the end of the day you want to be contribute positively to the world, even if you have had a bad day'

22:12 You learn in this industry that everyone has a story

23:03 How have your performance skills helped you as a business?

23:30 Drama school

24:40 'It taught me where there were holes in the industry that I could slot into'

26:40 'You don’t have to be one thing in this life!'

27:40 Is it healthy for performers to have a side passion?

31:09 The difficulties of the entertainment industry

32:45 Can you share some advice on vocal reels and video?

35:08 'There is no one way into this industry'

35:35 'If you are in a good place, the world is your oyster, if you are in a bad place, you will only see the negative in everything'

36: 35 What is the ideal length for a showreel?

To find out more about Jake head to https://jakewabyproductions.com/

The questions I answer are:

1. Do performers or freelancers really need social media?
2. What platforms should I be on?
3.  Should I have two accounts?
4. Do I have to be on every social network?
5. Can I post the same thing more than once?
6. What should I post if I am not in work?
7. Can I repost the same content on different social media platforms?
8. Should I follow someone back?
9. Should I have Website?
10. What is SEO and how do I get my website to rank?

Other episode worth listening to to answer other questions I would check out:

Episode one - Marketing for Creatives

Episode three - Online Presence

Episode five - What to post on social media

Episode seven - Freelancers toolkit

You can also vote for The Business of Show Business podcast on the British Podcast Awards for the Listeners' Choice Award on their website- https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/vote

Free 10-page SEO download

She not only makes you feel good about auditioning and trusting your skills but is such a caring and helpful person so I hope you enjoy, and go follow her on social media.

Ps she can't do backward rolls.

Show Notes:

1:05 Interview starts

1:55 From performer to entrepreneur

2:36 The fear of actors wanting to step into a movement call

3:08 The birth of the Gatsby Girls

5:06 Sitting on the audition panel - “it’s ok, we want you to be good, we want you to walk into this room and be the perfect casting for us”

5:58 Auditions are a skill in themselves

6:17 “You are your only competition”

7:29 Struggling with trusting your skills

7:36 Fitting a mould and you are a unique individual

8:14 You just need one good audition experience to boost you and to make your more confident

10:15 Building confidence through dance at CBS

11:45 The transitional skills from performing to running a business

11:55 You learn the most form the worst bosses

13:50 Time management

14:24 Doing a job and something you are passionate about

15:30 The beauty of having business partners

16:20 Time off is essential

17:15 How to cope with rejection

19:02 "It’s always workable"  

19:25 You can’t revolve your life around something that hasn’t happened

21:14 You have got to live your life

22:05 Finding a niche and being open to things

22:36 Who or what has inspired you on your journey?

24:30 Importance of having a side passion

27:22 "Building a career is like buying a house where nothing needs work or buying a house that has potential"

29:53 Jenny’s views on social media

30:45 "Talk less, smile more; Don't let them know what you're against and what you're for"

33:07 A website is essential for business

34:15 What is your advice or quote?

35:05 Trust your gut more

38:58 Do what you love and follow that path

Find out more about The Gatsby Girls here.

Find out more about CBS here.

The week started off with a bonus epsidoe with Cathy Read at Industry Minds. We discuss mental health in the arts and I give 12 ways to help with positive mental health online.

Episode can be found here.

You can find out more about Industry Minds here - https://www.industryminds.co.uk/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/industrymindsuk/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/IndustryMindsUK

Find your free positive mental health online check list here:

https://www.jamiebody.com/resources

Today's episode I am joined by Kane Silver. We went live on Instagram recently for a podcast inception as he has a fab podcast called The Ins and Outs. You can find a very meaty teaser here but head over to this podcast channel for the full episode.

The Ins and Outs - https://www.theinsandoutspodcast.com/

Our full interview can be found here - Episode 90.

Instagram - The Ins and Outs

Kane Silver

Section one of this episode I give you 12 ways in which you can use your social media to be proactive and look after your mental health online and section two I talk to Cathy Read from Industry Minds about the fab work they do.

Other episodes mentioned:

Episode One - Marketing for creatives

Episode Three - Online presence

Episode Five - What to post online

Episode Eight - The business of voiceover with Marisa Dargahi

Show Notes:

1:50 12 Social media tips to help with mental health outline

2:36 Setting a social media strategy

3:30 Tip 1 Don’t jump on your phone as soon as you get up

3:58 Tip 2 Be a triple threat online

4:38 Tip 3 Be proactive not just reactive

5:48 Tip 4 Be social 6 mins Tip 5 Marie Kondo your social – does it spark joy?

6:53 Tip 6 The power of muting

7:19 Tip 7 Inspiration not competition

7:48 Tip 8 Save posts

8:09 Tip 9 Time management

8:45 Tip 10 What to post

9:46 Tip 11 Social media check list

10:12 Tip 12 Likes don't pay the bills

11:10 Free resources - https://www.jamiebody.com/resources

11:48 Interview with Industry Minds begins

14:59 "In our industry it all very much has to be done now'

17 mins How depression can affect everyone differently

17:20 No matter if you are in the dream job…. Your mental health struggles are valid

18:30 Cathy’s history and background

19 mins Drama school is difficult for everyone

21:40 The time scale of how Industry minds came to life

23:36 "You start to see the light at the end of the tunnel"

26:5 Have the skills you learnt as a performer helped you with Industry Minds?

28: mins Personalist is employable, people buy into you

28:44 It is so important to not stigmatise in the industry

31:14 Is it important to have a side hobby?

33:56 "Doesn’t make you any less of a performer if you do something else'

35:54 What do you wish your younger self knew?

36:22 "If it is meant to happen, it's going to happen"

40:52 What has two years of podcasting taught you?

47:03 "People want to change is representation in the industry"

53 mins Using social media proactively

56.46 "Do the best you can do for you in that moment"

You can find out more about Industry Minds here - https://www.industryminds.co.uk/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/industrymindsuk/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/IndustryMindsUK

Find your free positive

mental health online check list here:

https://www.jamiebody.com/resources

With over a decades experience in the voice over well Marisa discusses her transition from performing into casting and then to setting up her voice over business.

Points mentioned are having a home studio, voice over tops and tricks, how you can have a side hustle alongside performing and bringing copy to life.

Shownotes:

2:49 Marisa talks about the voice over industry during COVID-19

4:40 Marisa tells us about her journey in the arts from attending LaGuardia school of the performing arts(the fame school) to working both in the USA and UK

6:38 The change in the voice over industry

7:23 Needing agents across the world

9:00 I do believe you should peruse your dreams, but...

9:44 Asking yourself what you enjoy and the work wik flow

12:40 The transferable skills we have

13:46 How Marisa got into casting

14:41 How she loves helping actors in castings and auditions

17:12 How to get into voice over work and what you can do during COVID-19

17:46 "You are not going to make money quickly"

19:18 What to look for in a voice over coach or teacher

21:26 "People think it is just reading, you have to make the copy come alive!"

23:05 You are building your own business!

24:11 "What people do wrong when getting into voice over"

24:39 You have to market yourself

26:40 What does success and rejection look like for a voice over artist?

29:55 The importance of investing in a good voice reel

33:05 Marisa’s dramatic voice over audition

34:30 What advice would you have given your younger self?

37:35 Marisa's tips on vocal health

39:10 You don’t know what you want until you try it

41:20 Where you can find Marisa online

Other episodes reference:

Episode 7: Freelancers Toolkit

Episode 6: Behind the casting panel with Graeme Pickering

You can find out more about Marisa on her website:

https://www.marisavoiceovers.com/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/marisadargahi

Instagram - instagram.com/marisadargahi/

Skills you need and skills you may have that you don't realise you have.

The title of this episode was initially inspired by a panel and Q&A I was invited to be on as a guest expert a little while ago by Mousetrap Theatre Projects. However, lately I have been asked some similar questions or have been asked to speak on other guest panels about utilising our skills so I thought my podcast would be a great place to share that with everyone.

On this episode I talk about the entrepreneurial skills all creatives, performers and freelancers have, even if they are unaware they have them.

The importance of mentoring and how every creative needs a mentor, coach or someone to inspire them and also keep them in check.

As well as tackling networking, goal setting, seizing opportunities and creating your own as well as setting your own work parameters.

Other episodes mentioned to listen to for reference:

Episode one - Marketing for Creatives

Episode three - Online presence

You can contact me regarding mentoring at info@jamiebody.com or find out more at https://www.jamiebody.com/

We discuss how you should hold yourself in an audition, how to measure success, the importance of having a network and much more.

He really takes us behind the audition panel and reveals what goes on during the casting process and gives some fab tips and tricks on how to prepare for an audition.

Show Notes:

1:34 A typical day in the life of Graeme.

3:15 Where did your journey start off in the arts?

5:05 When did you decide to go behind the panel?

7:25 How have the skills you learnt as a dancer helped you now with casting?

8:39 One of the biggest mistakes people make when they audition

10:28 Things you may do during an audition to stop the panel warming to you

12:25 "I always say the audition starts from the minute you step in the building"

14:12: What do you think the main reason is why people give up?

15:37 "When you are positive, success is so much greater and it will propel you and your career"

16: 24 Do you think it isImportant for creatives to have a side passion or want to do something else alongside performing?

19:17 What is success and rejection to you as a creative?

21:18 Opportunity = Success

21:55 Leaving your all in the room!!!

22:55 " You need to remember to not cast yourself"

23:15 You may be the best in the room but you might not be right for the job

23:41 "It's never personal, it's down to casting"

26:40 How is it working with performers of different age?

29: How do you manage your time?

32:24 The importance of having a mentor

22:39 "A good goal is to do something every day to work on your career"

35:30 The fear of starting something new

35:40 "If you are passionate about something you will be successful"

36:45 Graeme talks more about his book 50 tips: Audition Success

40Mins What do you love about what you do and what do you hate about what you do?

41:06 What advice would you have given yourself some advice?

42:29 "Being available is part of this job"

45: 57 "There will always be hurdles on your journey"

46:35 Who or what inspires Graeme?

47:40 What Quote do you live by?

49:30 Graeme’s views on social media

52:05 Graeme reveals all the cogs that move during a casting process

54:40 Graeme’s thoughts on an agents

You can find out more about Graeme on his website - https://www.graemepickering.com/

You can also purchase Graeme's book 50 Tips: Audition Success on Amazon.

Graeme on Social Media:

Twitter - https://twitter.com/graemepicker1ng

Instagram - http://instagram.com/graemepickering87

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/graemepickering87

A key phrase I hear from creatives, especially performers, is 'I don't know what to post' or 'I am in between jobs and don't have anything worth talking about.'

I have said it before and I will say it again the keyword in social media is SOCIAL. You have so much value to offer so don't be put off or get to in your head about it. Those that matter won't mind and those that mind don't matter.

As a creative and freelancer being on social media is like your taxs - whether you like it or not you have to do it and hopefully after this episode you will feel ok about posting.

I also give you 10 ideas to help you generate content to post on social media.

It's worth giving a listen to Episode Two on Online Presence and also Episode One on marketing if you are still in the process of coming up with a marketing strategy.

Don't forget to reach out to me on social media if there is a topic you want covered, let's connect and have a conversation.

Twitter:https://twitter.com/bodyjamie

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodyjamie/

We discuss how you have to love what you do, how you need a business mindset to last in the entertainment industry and how you don't have to fit a mold to achieve your own success.

Show Notes:

2:12 – What is a typical day like in the life of Rosina ?

3:36 - How do you prioritise what you do?

6:45 - The importance of improvising

7:37 - Where Rosina’s journey into the world of dance started

10:36 - "Your journey is so different to the person next to you"

11:01 - What is success to you now?

12:11 - What is rejection ?

13:06 - Comparison and never seeing your strengths

13:52 - "See each sale as a step in the right direction"

16:43 - "Read everything you can"

17:45 - Who or what inspires you?

19:11 - What advice would you give to a younger Rosina?

21:54 - Why do you think performers give up?

26:43 - What are your thoughts on Social Media ?

32:45 - What is Amplify?

The books mention: GUT, BOUNCE, KEY PERSON OF INFLUENCE

Rosina Andrews online

Website: https://www.rosinaandrews.co.uk/

Insta: https://www.instagram.com/rosiniballerini/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RosinaAndrewsMethod/

Amplify: https://www.amplifydanceuk.com/

Making sure there isn't a disconnect from who the person the audition panel or interview panel meet to who they find when they search for you online.

Whether you like or not you more than likely have an online presence, so you really need to take control of your online presence and make sure people are seeing the right things about you.

If you want to know more about marketing or solidifying yourself as an expert in your field then you will want to check out the first two episodes.

We discuss the value of knowing your skill set and what sets you apart and how to create your own path in the entertainment industry.

Nileeka gives out so many amazing bits of advice during this interview and you can find out more about her here - https://www.nileeka.com/

Books mentioned:

• Paul Arden - It's Not How Good You Are, It's How Good You Want To Be.
• Eric Greitens - Resilience

In a nutshell, your skills and all you have to offer are inside the box and the way in which you market yourself is the package and advertising.

Marketing is the backbone of you as a business! Your talents and your skills are what secure you the job but we need to get you out there and seen by the people you want to be seen. There is no point in having an amazing product but no one seeing it or only the wrong people are seeing it.

As multifaceted individuals you have lots to offer, whether that is the classic triple threat, dancer and PT, performer and dance school owner, writer and lecturer, actor and producer and so on. 

This episodes breaks down what marketing is for creatives and a few ways in which you can market yourself and your skills to make money.

Jamie is a performer, arts marketeer and NCTJ entertainment journalist, he gives a 360 look at the entertainment industry and helps creatives with the business skills you need to market and promote yourself.

He also speaks to industry professionals about how to establish yourself as a leading expert at what you do, how to spot a niche, time management, how to smash your next casting and much more.

Guest experts include:

• Nileeka Bose
• Rosina Andrews
• Graeme Pickering
• Jenny Patrone
• Jake Waby
• Marisa Dargahi

You can find out more about Jamie and how to market yourself as a creative at https://www.jamiebody.com/