Mindset Mastery for Actors: Transform Your Acting Career with These Powerful Mental Shifts

Ever walked out of an audition convinced you bombed it? Or told yourself you can’t invest in your acting career until you book a job—only to realize that mindset is keeping you stuck?

In this episode of Act Bold, I sat down with Rachel Baker—actor, podcaster, and mindset coach—to unpack the mindset traps that hold actors back. We broke down actor self-sabotage, the myth that struggling equals success, and how to shift your audition mindset to book more jobs.

Rachel shared why casting directors don’t care about perfection, how to stop overcoming actor anxiety by reframing failure, and why actor confidence comes from action—not the other way around. We also talked about actor networking tips and the biggest mistake actors make when trying to build industry relationships.

If you want real strategies for building a successful acting career without getting stuck in doubt, fear, or the "struggling artist" mindset, this episode is for you.