This year I wasn't as impressed with Oscar as I was last year. I think we all feel pretty much the same. They certainly tried to give us the old razzle dazzle. The most interesting part to me is the connection we, the royal we have with the parade of stars, Oscar winners, and presenters. For instance, Jeff Bridges won best actor for 'Crazy Heart.' Jeff worked with one of my clients, Nikki SooHoo several years back in the Disney feature, 'Stick It.' In fact, Jeff taught Nikki to play the guitar. Congratulations to Jeff Bridges. Although Chris Pine was not himself nominated, he was in fact a presenter, and his film 'Star Trek,' won several awards, best score and best makeup. My client Nick Fowler's first film starred a young Chris Pine. He's still young. The film was 'Confession.'
The work that we do as actors, entertainers, and artist can and is expressed in sometimes amazingly large, intimate, and surprising ways. Just a few years ago, I was on a red carpet standing beside actress, Helen Mirren on a red carpet where I was also nominated for a theater award. This year Helen was nominated for 'The Last Station.' And speaking of being on the red carpet with a nominee. I had the pleasure of walking Nikki SooHoo down the carpet for her 'Lovely Bones' LA premiere between Stanley Tucci, who was in fact nominated for 'The Lovely Bones,' this year, and actress Susan Sarandon. Susan's former life partner, Tim Robbins was a presenter last night. I could go on and on, listing names of people whom I have stood beside, had a conversation with, or enjoyed in a real, and personal way. I am mostly reminded that these people are like all people. Those we come into contact with, all with dreams and aspirations. One day they were in one place. And with a few shakes of cosmic dust, a chess move here and there, they end up in that most enviable position where they say what we all believe we too would publicly convey. A thank you in appreciation for touching the lives of many. Congrats to all.
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Preparation is key
I recall a client once saying during every audition..."I have to assume
that I'm going to book the job." This person didn't stop there.
Everything in that person's life was planned out to accept the opportunity in front of them. This person never let themselves second guest, or focus on a job that they didn't book. Instead, the response was, "what could I do differently the next time?" All of my top clients embody this attitude.
There was never language or actions used to talk themselves out of the
job. You know what I mean, the "what if this obstacle happens? What will I
do then?" You know those reasons that are said and heard that support
loosing the job or the opportunity? The preparation is key. The acceptance is genuine belief that you are doing what you are meant to be doing right now.
What I love about the root of this concept is that preparation is about
the acceptance. Acceptance and belief are integral. Belief creates
reality. Thoughts lead to words, and words lead to material
manifestation.
The other note: understanding, and offering a "clear intention" that
supports your objective. What is your intention? As I go through my weekly conversations I am forced to listen to people's intentions, particularly where business relationships exist. We are all moving toward our goals.
Yet many times those goals are in-congruent with underlying intentions.
And yet, we are all getting what we are asking for. Based on our
intentions.
I am again reminded of a very early relationship with an actor who also
had a very clear intention when it came to acting.
"I want to work, and own my own TV series and films." The intention went
further..."I want to create and duplicate wealth." This person has had 5
TV series and numerous films in 8 years.
Today I was clearly looking at my intention as it relates to the clients I represent. This motivated me to reach out to you and ask you to do the same with your underlying intentions as they relate to me and the company you are represented by. Go further and look at the relationship with the agents that represent you. Your first thought tells you if we are in to win it, or are we hoping for the best.
Some people say "I just want to do the work, and I don't care about the
money." I say caring is important.
Others say "I want to be well-known and I believe more money will come."
Someone said yesterday, "I just want to share my heart. I don't want to
focus on the money."
I say this to all good hearts, good intentions, fame seekers, and Let's
just see what will happen, people. You are brilliant just as you are.
Don't worry that you want do what is right.
Everyone has their opinion and reasons for being in "Hollywood." My belief is that the business of Hollywood is largely about creating projects to make money. To create and duplicate wealth. A clear intention. We are artists and we will do what artists do because its who we are. But also be clear on creating and duplicating wealth in your Hollywood business.
My intention for you is to help you achieve your hearts desire, your goals to work, and to create and duplicate wealth and abundance.
You have the ability to create and duplicate wealth.
Expectation without preparation doesn't serve you well.
Final note: As I wrote out my thoughts I was contacted by an agent that
wants to see 3 of my clients that don't have agents.
Clear intentions...
that I'm going to book the job." This person didn't stop there.
Everything in that person's life was planned out to accept the opportunity in front of them. This person never let themselves second guest, or focus on a job that they didn't book. Instead, the response was, "what could I do differently the next time?" All of my top clients embody this attitude.
There was never language or actions used to talk themselves out of the
job. You know what I mean, the "what if this obstacle happens? What will I
do then?" You know those reasons that are said and heard that support
loosing the job or the opportunity? The preparation is key. The acceptance is genuine belief that you are doing what you are meant to be doing right now.
What I love about the root of this concept is that preparation is about
the acceptance. Acceptance and belief are integral. Belief creates
reality. Thoughts lead to words, and words lead to material
manifestation.
The other note: understanding, and offering a "clear intention" that
supports your objective. What is your intention? As I go through my weekly conversations I am forced to listen to people's intentions, particularly where business relationships exist. We are all moving toward our goals.
Yet many times those goals are in-congruent with underlying intentions.
And yet, we are all getting what we are asking for. Based on our
intentions.
I am again reminded of a very early relationship with an actor who also
had a very clear intention when it came to acting.
"I want to work, and own my own TV series and films." The intention went
further..."I want to create and duplicate wealth." This person has had 5
TV series and numerous films in 8 years.
Today I was clearly looking at my intention as it relates to the clients I represent. This motivated me to reach out to you and ask you to do the same with your underlying intentions as they relate to me and the company you are represented by. Go further and look at the relationship with the agents that represent you. Your first thought tells you if we are in to win it, or are we hoping for the best.
Some people say "I just want to do the work, and I don't care about the
money." I say caring is important.
Others say "I want to be well-known and I believe more money will come."
Someone said yesterday, "I just want to share my heart. I don't want to
focus on the money."
I say this to all good hearts, good intentions, fame seekers, and Let's
just see what will happen, people. You are brilliant just as you are.
Don't worry that you want do what is right.
Everyone has their opinion and reasons for being in "Hollywood." My belief is that the business of Hollywood is largely about creating projects to make money. To create and duplicate wealth. A clear intention. We are artists and we will do what artists do because its who we are. But also be clear on creating and duplicating wealth in your Hollywood business.
My intention for you is to help you achieve your hearts desire, your goals to work, and to create and duplicate wealth and abundance.
You have the ability to create and duplicate wealth.
Expectation without preparation doesn't serve you well.
Final note: As I wrote out my thoughts I was contacted by an agent that
wants to see 3 of my clients that don't have agents.
Clear intentions...
February 18, 2010
I had a conversation with one of my clients, 17 year old, Art Balyan. He took me up on a suggestion I made to him to read "The Power of Now,"
by Eckhart Tolle. This book was given to me for a birthday several years ago. I dare say it's a very important read that has helped to improve the way many people go about their lives. Eckhart is a masterful writer and teacher. He clearly points out that we are indeed present only now in this moment. The moment that you are reading this line here. The past has moved on, the future is not yet happened.
Eckhart further explains how presence creates a POWER WITHIN, and he teaches how to let go of what is unnecessary and stifling. I work with actors, and other creative people whom sometime finds it difficult to remember staying focused, in the now. Clearly this is not a quality specific to creative people only. However the conversation with Art today was a reminder that I am so grateful when I am reminded to remain focused on what is really important, the now. Working with people who experience life in so many different ways makes my experience very exciting, knowing what is going on all the time. The flip side for me is to remember to let the static in the air be what it is. I love it when my team members are clear with their INTENTIONS, on the same page, and we are working toward the same goals.
In our business of making movies and being in TV it's easy to believe acting and entertaining is about being FAMOUS. Nothing wrong with FAME, but the nature of it is a by-product of marketing and selling. Making movies, being in TV is about service to one's craft, entertainment, and bringing joy to the masses through our stories and shared life experiences. And sure, it can be about fame for many. Yet my cautionary tale is that fame for fame's sake is fleeting. Service to your fellowman is life altering.
by Eckhart Tolle. This book was given to me for a birthday several years ago. I dare say it's a very important read that has helped to improve the way many people go about their lives. Eckhart is a masterful writer and teacher. He clearly points out that we are indeed present only now in this moment. The moment that you are reading this line here. The past has moved on, the future is not yet happened.
Eckhart further explains how presence creates a POWER WITHIN, and he teaches how to let go of what is unnecessary and stifling. I work with actors, and other creative people whom sometime finds it difficult to remember staying focused, in the now. Clearly this is not a quality specific to creative people only. However the conversation with Art today was a reminder that I am so grateful when I am reminded to remain focused on what is really important, the now. Working with people who experience life in so many different ways makes my experience very exciting, knowing what is going on all the time. The flip side for me is to remember to let the static in the air be what it is. I love it when my team members are clear with their INTENTIONS, on the same page, and we are working toward the same goals.
In our business of making movies and being in TV it's easy to believe acting and entertaining is about being FAMOUS. Nothing wrong with FAME, but the nature of it is a by-product of marketing and selling. Making movies, being in TV is about service to one's craft, entertainment, and bringing joy to the masses through our stories and shared life experiences. And sure, it can be about fame for many. Yet my cautionary tale is that fame for fame's sake is fleeting. Service to your fellowman is life altering.
Day Break
February 15, 2010
Are you getting the feeling that something incredible is happening? I admit that I tend to live in the world of unlimited possibilities, and yet every once in a while there is an awareness that life, and what is possible is expanding on such a level that I have to stand still, be very quite, and experience the awe. We live in an expanding Universe. Scientists argue whether this Universe is infinite or finite. There are billions on top of billions of light years ahead, and a lot of possibilities. I am often told by people that they are enslaved to the limitations that others have placed on them. They accept those limitations, and continue to add more, expanding infinitely into their own Universe. At one time I felt that part of my connection to others was to sympathize with what they were feeling, even encouraging them to wallow in their thoughts. I have come to this point in my expanding Universe. That another person's limitations is a notion of self-pity, ego, and fear. I simply repudiate such an erroneous notion.
Living life to the fullest is relative to what we choose to allow and accept. It's the idea that we are willing to go further inside ourselves, not outside. Take a look at the expanding Universe and be inspired. Then see this expansion inside of you.
Living life to the fullest is relative to what we choose to allow and accept. It's the idea that we are willing to go further inside ourselves, not outside. Take a look at the expanding Universe and be inspired. Then see this expansion inside of you.
Addison Witt
Back Again
Whew! it's been a long while since I was here blogging. With all the new social media outlets, tweeting, facing, spacing, meeting folks, and just the dizziness of life I took a break. Today was an interesting mix of people, signing new talent to the management roster, pitching new projects, reading production contracts, and trying to work my new Sprint Hero I picked up this weekend. I'm not quite sure how it all works, the phone of course. I will take the time to learn which buttons not to push, naturally. I think.
So to keep me involved in my own blog, I wont spend a lot of time waxing on about this or that. I just wanted to come back and say hello because I know that some of you like to check in and see what's happening with me and WEM. We are all great. I'll do my best to keep up to date and tell you about the people that make up this team, and how life in the Hollywood fast lane is working out for us.
Peace to you and yours
So to keep me involved in my own blog, I wont spend a lot of time waxing on about this or that. I just wanted to come back and say hello because I know that some of you like to check in and see what's happening with me and WEM. We are all great. I'll do my best to keep up to date and tell you about the people that make up this team, and how life in the Hollywood fast lane is working out for us.
Peace to you and yours
