In this conversation, Marcella Young and Janet McMordie discuss Marcella's journey as an actor and being the literal definition of "Jill of All trades"...SHE DOES IT ALL

Marcella shares her early passion for acting and how it has always been a part of her life. She talks about the challenges of balancing safety and pursuing artistic dreams, as well as overcoming performance anxiety and embracing fun. Marcella emphasizes the importance of building confidence and trusting oneself as an artist. She also highlights the transferable skills and life experiences that contributed to her acting career. Ultimately, Marcella encourages everyone to embrace their artistic desires and find joy in self-expression.

Takeaways:

-Self-expression through art is a powerful tool for understanding and coping with the world.

-Overcoming performance anxiety requires embracing fun and taking risks.

-Building confidence and trusting oneself are essential for success as an artist.

-Transferable skills and life experience can contribute to a fulfilling artistic career.

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Dr. Indy Saluja, an emergency room doctor and actor, discusses his journey from medicine to acting. He shares his experiences and challenges in balancing both careers and the similarities he has found between the two. Indy also talks about the power of acting to create empathy and the importance of representation in the industry. He reflects on the missing element he felt in medicine and how acting has fulfilled that for him. Overall, Indy's story highlights the dedication and passion required to pursue multiple passions.

Takeaways

• Balancing multiple careers requires dedication and time management skills.
• Acting can provide a creative outlet and fulfill a missing element in one's life.
• Representation in the acting industry is important for diverse storytelling.
• Acting has the power to create empathy and change hearts and minds.

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In this episode of Second Act Actors, media coach Barbara Barna Abel discusses the importance of preparation and practice in effective communication. She emphasizes that communication requires thought, intention, and consistency. Barbara explains the role of a media coach and highlights the value of coaching in helping individuals reach their highest potential. She differentiates media coaching from public speaking skills, highlighting the need for adaptability in different communication platforms. Barbara also addresses the myth of natural talent and encourages individuals to nurture and develop their skills. She provides advice for those transitioning to a new career path and emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and goal setting. Barbara discusses her customized approach to media coaching and the importance of translating written words into spoken words. She also explores the evolution of communication styles and the need to keep up with communication trends. Finally, she encourages individuals to explore different communication styles and gives permission to push boundaries while staying true to oneself.

Takeaways

-Effective communication requires thought, intention, and consistency.

-Media coaching helps individuals reach their highest potential and should not be seen as a sign of failure.

-Adaptability is key in different communication platforms.

-Self-awareness and goal setting are important in career transitions.

-Keeping up with communication trends is essential.

-Exploring different communication styles can lead to impactful storytelling.

-The acceleration of culture requires constant learning and adaptation.

Work with Barbara: https://abelintermedia.com/

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