Category Archives: Job Search Tips

Where Casting Directors Search for Actors and the Two Worst Audition Mistakes

In this interview, casting director, Mary Clay Boland (formerly of As the World Turns) reveals where casting directors look for fresh talent. She also warns against two huge mistakes actors can make when auditioning. Continue reading

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Casting Director Mary Clay Boland Reveals How Theatre Actors Get Hired, Part 2

In Part 2 of this two-part interview, casting director Mary Clay Boland goes into more detail about how theatre actors are hired. She discusses how and where casting calls are posted, and how producer-director sessions determine who gets the jobs. Continue reading

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Casting Director Mary Clay Boland Reveals How Theatre Actors Get Hired, Part 1

In Part I of this two-part interview, casting director Mary Clay Boland reveals how theatre actors are hired. From the time the casting director comes on board, the goal is to find the best fit for the director, the playwright and the actor. Continue reading

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Two Free Webinars That Can Help You Get Jobs

Two free webinars that can get you jobs – Acting for a Living Webinar, 9/28/10 7:00PM EDT; and 10 Steps to Getting Hired Fast!, 9/30/10 7:00PM EDT Continue reading

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Lessons Earned in the Work Place – What Happens When You Settle for Less than Your Dream Job

An annoyed co-worker provided a book title and lessons that led to a lifetime of dream jobs. What happened when a young woman demanded to know: “How Did You Get That Job?” Continue reading

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I Thought My Job Search Failed, Then I Got Hired at a Cocktail Party

I said “hi” to a guy at a cocktail party. The next thing I knew, I was hired as a writer – by his date! Continue reading

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How to Write a Career Change Cover Letter

Example/sample of career change cover letter and advice about what should (and should not!) be included. Continue reading

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How Your Life Story Can Amp Up Your Job Search

How Your Life Story Can Amp Up Your Job Search by revealing marketable skills and instilling confidence. Continue reading

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Afraid to Risk Finding A New Career When You’re Over 30?

The obstacles and benefits of a career change at 30, 40, or 50. Career advice on finding and starting a new career at 30, midlife and beyond. Continue reading

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Soaps Come and Go; Friends are Forever

I wrote a little bit yesterday about the SETA (Southeastern Education and Training Association) conference. How did I come to be a public speaker? Well, right after As the World Turns was canceled, I joined the Georgia chapter of the … Continue reading

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