How I Made an EXTRA $2000 a Month Taking Acting Workshops!
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How I Made an EXTRA $2000 a Month Taking Acting Workshops!

Taking control of my acting career meant getting creative with workshops—and turning them into extra income! When I couldn’t find English-speaking workshops in Munich, I started bringing top coaches from LA, New York, and London to me. Soon, I was not only training for free but building a network, learning on my own schedule, and earning an extra $1,000 to $2,000 a month. This approach opened doors, including personal connections with casting directors, special skills training, and more. Curious how you can do it too? Let’s talk about making workshops work for you.

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Get Ready for 2024's BIGGEST Online Festival for Actors!
Anne Alexander-Sieder Anne Alexander-Sieder

Get Ready for 2024's BIGGEST Online Festival for Actors!

Maike Döhling—actor, coach, and creator of the Creative Mind Online Festival—joins me on Act Bold to talk about the power of showing up before you feel ready. We explore why confidence only follows action, how actors can build real connections without shrinking themselves, and what it means to walk a path that’s truly your own.

“If the path in front of you feels perfectly clear, it’s not your path,” Micah says—and that’s just the beginning of the gems she drops in this episode. 🎧 Ready to hear more? Listen now and discover the bold steps waiting for you.

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10 Essential Tips to MASTER Emailing Casting Directors
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10 Essential Tips to MASTER Emailing Casting Directors

Emailing casting directors can feel overwhelming—what if you say the wrong thing, or worse, they don’t even open it? But here’s the thing: You belong in this industry, just as you are. Your unique essence is exactly what casting directors need to bring their projects to life.

The key? Make it easy for them to see your potential, whether for a role today or in the future. From crafting authentic subject lines to adding curiosity and clear calls to action, these 10 essential tips will help you write emails that are professional, engaging, and true to you.

Take a deep breath, trust yourself, and hit send. You’ve got this!

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Screenwriting Tips That Can Help Your Acting Career
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Screenwriting Tips That Can Help Your Acting Career

The virtual studio totally crashed mid-interview (ugh, gotta love tech 🙄), but what we did capture with Tom Vaughn is absolute gold for any actor ready to take control of their career. Tom—a former actor turned screenwriter and coach—dives into how the skills you already have, like breaking down scenes and living in the moment, are exactly what writers use to craft compelling stories. He also shares why writing your own roles can help you showcase your brand and build a career that reflects who you are.

This episode will teach you how to write your own future—and create the opportunities you’ve been waiting for. 🎥 Catch the full conversation on YouTube and grab all the actionable advice we couldn’t fit here.

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Jumpstart Your Stalled Acting Career with These PROVEN Tips
Anne Alexander-Sieder Anne Alexander-Sieder

Jumpstart Your Stalled Acting Career with These PROVEN Tips

Feeling stuck in your acting career? Not booking the roles you want—or worse, not booking at all? In this post, we’re diving into what might really be holding you back. Spoiler: it’s not just about talent. We’ll talk about how to get clear on your brand, start marketing yourself effectively, and build relationships that actually help you move forward. If you're ready to get out of this rut and see real progress, this is the place to start!

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Empowering Actors- Mastering Marketing and Branding with Sarah Matsui Colby
Anne Alexander-Sieder Anne Alexander-Sieder

Empowering Actors- Mastering Marketing and Branding with Sarah Matsui Colby

I recently chatted with Sarah Matsui Colby, an actor and marketing strategist, about how actors can really stand out by being their true selves. Sarah has this great concept called your "energetic signature"—basically, that unique vibe you bring into a room—and she explains how to use that to shape everything from your one-sheet to your EPK. She also drops some amazing tips on avoiding common marketing pitfalls, and even shares the story of how one gutsy move got her an audition for Superstore! If you’ve been feeling stuck with self-promotion, Sarah’s insights are full of practical advice and inspiration to help you take charge of your career.

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