The Hard Truths About Acting and Success | Brandon Crosby

Brandon Crosby, an actor and an entrepreneur, shares his journey through acting, marketing, and the lessons learned along the way. From balancing passion with purpose to networking and staying relentless, he offers insights on thriving in competitive industries. With tips on authenticity, social media strategies, and overcoming challenges, this episode is a must-listen for creatives and entrepreneurs alike!

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Chapters:

00:00 - Intro
00:30 - Meet Brandon Crosby
01:45 - Brandon’s Acting Journey
04:44 - Pivoting From Acting to Marketing
05:49 - Adapting to Different City Cultures
07:37 - Becoming Your Best Self in Acting
10:34 - Is a Degree Necessary for Acting?
12:40 - Bringing Value to the Industry
14:08 - Challenges and Realities of the Acting World
16:20 - Balancing Passion with Purpose
19:04 - Overcoming Challenges and Learning to Say When
25:48 - “Everybody's a Critic”
27:22 - Rewarding Part of being an Actor
30:12 - Does Self-criticism Help?
32:42 - Network, Be Prepared, and Be Relentless!
34:56 - Helping Others through Social Media Marketing
36:56 - Building Trust Through Authenticity
38:02 - Evaluating the Role of Paid Articles
41:53 - Strategies to Succeed on Social Media
43:03 - Maintaining Consistency in Content Creation
43:57 - Avoiding Common Branding Mistakes
47:23 - Lessons on Consistency from Mentors
50:18 - The Importance of Removing Time Limits
51:22 - Staying Focused on the Process
52:47 - Tips for Effective Marketing Strategies
56:57 - Key Takeaways from the Episode

Beyond Ordinary Podcast Episode 39

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