BUSINESS OF ACTING

Let Your Vehicle Drive Your Career
May 05, 2008
When artists produce their own projects, they stimulate their creativity, deepen their talent, and increase their industry exposure.

Secret Agent Man: In Vodka Veritas
April 30, 2008
There are plenty of gifted actors who deserve a break but just can't get one. Why? Because there are a million losers out there who think that anyone can be an actor.

Commercial Break: Understanding How Others Perceive You
April 22, 2008
Casting directors often say, "Just be yourself," but what they really mean is "Just be my perception of you."



ACTORS ASSETS

Emotional Preparation
May 08, 2008
Actors often operate under the misconception that making more money will solve all their financial problems. These rationalizations give us permission to postpone building a stable relationship with our money.

Filing for an Extension
April 14, 2008
While there may be legitimate reasons to delay filing your tax return, missing the filing deadline can be financially detrimental.

Actors' Taxes: Tax Tales of 2008
April 08, 2008
Here are a few cautionary stories that have come across my desk this year. You might consider them lessons for the future.



TECH TOOLS

Search and Rescue
May 01, 2008
Don't install anything on a Sunday or after 6 p.m. during the week. Why? If anything goes wrong, you have no tech support to help you.

Rip That DVD and Upload It
April 01, 2008
Converting DVD for upload to the Internet is easily accomplished. Learn how to get your films online today.

Printer-Copier-Scanner -- Must Have
March 06, 2008
A few weeks ago I bought a new all-in-one printer: It scans, copies, and prints. It's the handiest product for an actor.


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May 08, 2008
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