OK..it's time for an ANALOGY.

If you don't know what that is...it's using one thing to make a point about another thing...and we're choosing 'GO FISH'

You're going "FISHING" your objective is to catch a fish-- you want to be an ACTOR -- your objective is to catch an agent--snag the part!

1. Don't just go to the lake--learn about fishing from experienced fisherpeople! They love to share their stories! As a beginning actor, learn from those who have at least gotten their FOOT IN THE DOOR. You'll be surprised at how helpful they can be!

2. TAKE THE RIGHT EQUIPMENT and USE THE RIGHT BAIT! Don't expect to catch a 25 lb. bass using a cane pole, some string, and a cork! Your RESUME and your HEADSHOT are important...as are your voice, your dress, and your appearance. If you need new equipment: if you need braces, need to lose 10 lbs., need to get a hair cut, or change your attitude -- or if you need to get a new headshot or redo your resume -- THEN DO IT!

3. GO WHERE THE FISH ARE, unless you just enjoy the idea of fishing and not actually catching the fish!

4. KEEP CASTING! Even if they're not biting at the moment, keep throwing the line out there...change bait...move a little further up the bank...they'll get hungry....and they'll start to bite. If you think you might have a problem with your technique, ask an expert to take a look and evaluate it for you! As an actor, find a workshop or a class where you can work on your technique and get feedback.

Of course, if you really think about it, you're the fish--and THEY are doing the casting!

But always BE PREPARED!  Keep your equipment ready!

Once they catch you, make sure they don't throw you back!

  STRUCK BY  LIGHTNING

If your objective is to BE A STAR, then, honestly, your chances are almost as good as your chances of being struck by lightning. BUT, it does happen! Of course, lightning rarely strikes in the same place twice, so when it hits, YOU BETTER BE READY! BE PREPARED....KNOW WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU GET STRUCK!

POT OF GOLD

Once you've made it, you've accomplished the impossible--you've found the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. Make sure you still have a family who loves you and friends who care about you no matter who picks up the check! THAT's the real gold...honest!