Acting Successfully With Michelle Dyer

Emergency Fund:An emergency fund is money that you put into an account in case of a rainy day.Actors – this is not money you use from one job to the next – it’s money kept for true emergencies.I like setting up an emergency fund in a money market account (that’s liquid – aka can sell at any time) that doesn’t show up on my online banking, so it’s out of sight and I’m less tempted to spend it.Experts recommend saving 6-12 months of expenses in your Emergency Fund.**Disclaimer: I (Michelle Dyer) am not a financial advisor, please contact one. The views expressed are strictly my own and do not reflect my employer.**Retirement:“Retirement?! Why do I need to be thinking about retirement in my 20’s? I’m just barely getting by now!”Check out my blog post on Compound Interest.…and my favorite JP Morgan Compound Interest ChartThe earlier you start saving, the better off you will be.Your future self will thank you!Debt:Items Referenced:Book – The Total Money Makeover – Dave RamseyWorkshops – The Ac

The dreaded “B” word.Budget:For some reason I shrivel up at the word budget.I associate it with restriction, which I associate with losing weight – it’s just not a pleasant thing for me.But, we do need to know where we are, before we achieve where we’re going.So – here are my tips on discovering how much goes in and out each month (yes, even on an inconsistent actors’ salary).If you have more money going out than in each month there are only two solutionsSpend Less, orMake MoreWhich one works best for you?Compound Interest:Check.Out.This.Chart.*This* is why I do what I do.https://www.businessinsider.com/compound-interest-chart-march-2016-2016-3**Disclaimer: I (Michelle Dyer) am not a financial advisor, please contact one. The views expressed are strictly my own and do not reflect my employer.** See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

**Disclaimer: I (Michelle Dyer) am not a financial advisor, please contact one. The views in this video are strictly my own and do not reflect my employer.**This audio is taken from a series of videos I made on YouTube called Finances for Actors - the playlist can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7SaDpSM3GOH0lDaEuEvEvSv_VDps0bs7https://MichelleDyer.com https://SurvivalJobsForActors.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

**Disclaimer: I (Michelle Dyer) am not a financial advisor, please contact one. The views in this podcast are strictly my own and do not reflect my employer.**Since they don't teach the basics of a financial education in school, instead of being frustrated & just complaining, I made some YouTube videos. Well, I wanted to bring that info to the podcast. So click Here if you want to check out the Playlist on YouTube. Like I mentioned above, I am not a financial advisor, but I did learn a lot from these authors and books listed below. If you're interested in more info, definitely check them out. ·      Suze Orman – The Money Book for the Young, Fabulous & Broke·      David Bach – The Automatic Millionaire·      Tony Robbins – Unshakeable: Your Financial Freedom PlaybookThanks for listening and be sure to rate and review the podcast to let me know what you think! Thanks so much!~Michelle @MichelleDyerLaT...MichelleDy

**Disclaimer: I (Michelle Dyer) am not a financial advisor, please contact one. The views in this video are strictly my own and do not reflect my employer.**In this interview with Clayton Howe, we talk about his path in managing his finances as an actor.For more information on Clayton Howe:Podcast: Entertainment xSocial: @InClayNationThe books we discussed:The Automatic Millionaire - by David BachUnshakeable: Your Financial Freedom Playbook - by Tony Robbinshttps://MichelleDyer.comhttps://SurvivalJobsForActors.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode is only for those of you who have been in acting for a little while - for those of you just starting out - thanks for listening, but I'll talk to you next time. :) Now that it's just us - I wanted to share with you my story on transitioning from an acting career to the office world. If you're thinking of doing the same thing, or just looking for something a little more stable, maybe you'd be interested in learning from my story: In 2007 I was fortunate enough to perform in White Christmas at The Denver Center. Dream housing, dream location, dream show, amazing city, but I was unhappy. Even the perfect dressing room partner! I asked myself, if that wasn't cutting it, what will? Next, I was in A Day In Hollywood/A Night in the Ukraine and Nancy Anderson was my dressing room partner. *(correction from my podcast - she got an Olivier Award nomination for Kiss Me Kate, not the award). She gave me some great insight into the business, as well. My background was: When I was 16, I auditioned at Paramount

I might be listening to a little too much Gary Vaynerchuk lately, because I started ranting (speaking passionately) about why I think we should all talk about money and finances. It’s fun to talk about your interests or the things in which you’re an expert, but it’s usually not fun to talk about finances. Money doesn’t buy you happiness, but it certainly buys you choices. You should be planning for your future. Don’t depend on Social Security - it may not be there when you’re old enough to use it, and when you are, it may buy you next to nothing. You also want to be stable in relationships! When you get older, if you end up in a partnership with kids and a house, you’ll want to have made better choices. In your 20’s, put $2,000 a year into a Roth IRA account. Because of compound interest, you’ll have much more money in your account when you reach retirement if you start when you’re 25 than if you start when you’re 35. Relationships: There are people who were already married or financed by their spouse, so the

I knew SETC’s (Southeastern Theatre Conference) as a great audition opportunity for college students, but I learned they have opportunities for actors at all stages of their career. Check out my conversation with Marci Duncan, the audition committee chair, as I get some insider info on how to prepare for and what to expect at the big spring auditions. www.setc.org Marci Duncan -Actor -Audition committee chair for SETC -Florida Theatre Conference Screening Coordinator -Professor at University of West Florida -One-on-one actor coach SETC is one of the largest theatre conferences around - and there are so many different opportunities there. SETC is for: -Professional actors (AEA, SAG/AFTRA) -Just starting out/recent college graduates -Current college students, looking for summer stock/graduation opportunities -Transfer auditions -Grad School prospective students -High School - looking for programs/getting experience/networking/workshops SETC also provides scholarships. -Go to the website and put “scholarships” i

Actor Websites – An Interview with Tom Lapke – Two Cats Web Design Tom Lapke – Actors Launchpad partnered with Reel Arc: Programs classes, workshops, and social events linking up actors with agents, managers, CDs, industry professionals to help actors further their reels Reel Arc: Produces reels. If you don’t have a lot of great footage yet, Interview you, then write, direct, produce scene that is indistinguishable from a TV show or movie for your demo reel. Started Audition Update when he was an actor as a resource he needed himself. A few years later, it was purchased by Backstage. Worked at Backstage as Director of Education and Events after it bought audition update Two Cats Web Design: A side hustle web design business, specializing in but not limited to websites for Actors Tom works with CDs and managers every day, and the things they can’t say in front of actors he does.   Do actors need a website? Everything is digital. Casting Directors look for these when they are considering you. When they d

NYC Temp Agencies Kelly Services – Call (212) 949-5313 Career Group - Send your business resume to CGINY@careergroupinc.com Atrium Staffing (212) 292-0550 Green Key Resources - artist@greenkeyllc.com rgatti@greenkeyllc.com RJL Resources Beacon Hill Staffing - Sarah O’Brien sobrien@beaconhillstaffing.com or (212) 231-4231 NYC Catering Companies Abigail Kirsch Great Performances At Your Service Staffing Amerivents NYC Promotional Agencies – Promotional Model, Brand Ambassador    Event Pro Strategies 360 Events & Promotions Encore Nationwide GC Marketing Services Please Share! Have you had a good experience with a company that you would like to share with your fellow actors? Submit it Here and share the Survival Job love! Thanks so much for listening! ~Michelle See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The conversation has now grown bigger than just Survival Jobs. So join me on my Podcast, Acting Successfully with Michelle Dyer, and let's connect on Social! I'm @MichelleDyerLaT on https://www.facebook.com/MichelleDyerLaT https://www.Twitter.com/MichelleDyerLaT https://www.instagram.com/MichelleDyerLaT https://www.pinterest.com/MichelleDyerLaT   Thanks for listening! ~Michelle See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

I don't care if you ever listen to any of my other episodes... if you currently are, or one day hope to be a working actor, you need to listen to Meredith Patterson - NOW. Ok, now it would be super cool if you listened to my other episodes, too, but this one is kinda epic, because the advice I'm trying to share with 'yall is not coming from me - it's coming from Broadway Star (42nd Street, White Christmas) Meredith Patterson! Golden Gems!! 3:20 – 4:47 Survival Jobs – why? 6:28 – 7:00 Why everyone needs a side hustle 10:08 – 10:32 Regional Work 11:18 - 11:38 The Business of Show isn’t something we really think about... 12:03 – 12:22 Think Like an Entrepreneur – When you get to a certain point of your career... 13:12 -  14:07pm – Start Building something now – biggest advice to people now starting 14:28 – 15:09    - Testing for TV shows – emotionally what that can do to you. If you have some other type of income come in -  Allowing you to still be an actor. 17:34 – 17:51 – I wish there was a blueprint for this

What can you do before you make the big move to NYC? If you're anything like I was, I was so eager for the big move to New York City. I can still remember scouring Amazon.com for books on the acting profession trying to prep while I was still stuck in the Midwest. Whether you're in college, on a cruise ship, or at home saving up for the big move, here are something things you can do to get yourself prepped and ready to rock the second you set foot in New York. To your success! ~Michelle P.S. Here are some links for some of the resources I mentioned; Broadway: The American Musical The Singer's Musical Theatre Anthology: Soprano Volume 1 Joan Lader - Voice Teacher P.P.S. Some links are affiliate links (Amazon ones are from my affiliate account.) Don't feel like you have to use them. Just happy to have you as a listener! P.P.P.S. Thanks for listening!! :) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this interview with actress turned recruiter Regina Gatti learn about how Temp Work could make a great Survival Job and add experience to your resume for your future endeavors, whatever they may be! If you'd like to speak with her about opportunities she might have for you? Email your resume and a little bit about yourself to rgatti@greenkeyllc.com     See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode Melissa Robinette and I discuss Healthy Eating on the Road for performers. We've got some great tips for your regional and touring gigs. [caption id="attachment_411" align="alignright" width="300"] Melissa Robinette[/caption] MelRob was born into the circus and constantly works as an actor. She started putting together, advertising, booking, and negotiating her own contracts for her one woman show at age ten, complete for her one woman show at age ten, complete with self facilitated costume changes. MelRob booked her first NYC audition, been a working union actor for over 15 years. She books ALL of her work through EPAs and ECCs. MelRob lives in Astoria on an organic farm with her husband, pitbulls and 6 chickens. The Biz of Show came about from her circus family, where there is a systematic way to run your biz.  She is also the Eastern Vice President of Actors Equity. www.MelissaRobinette.com www.TheBizofShow.com [caption id="attachment_409" align="aligncenter" width="300"] In the Kitch