Overcoming Bitter Actor Syndrome - Advice for Actors from Casting Director Bonnie Gillespie

Explore casting insights and actor career advice in this 44-minute podcast interview with casting director and author Bonnie Gillespie. Gain valuable perspectives on overcoming 'Bitter Actor Syndrome,' attracting high-profile talent to projects, and avoiding common casting mistakes made by directors. Learn why Gillespie advocates for actors to self-produce and discover strategies for building a successful acting career. Delve into topics such as living your dream, handling ego-crushing blows, networking effectively, and preparing yourself for the industry. Originally aired in August 2010, this interview offers timeless wisdom for actors, directors, and anyone interested in the casting process.

Intro
The corporate world wasnt for you
Living your dream
Doers vs talkers
Dont anticipate
Take advantage of resources
What factors come into play
How to handle ego crushing blows
Relationship with early actors
Scripts
Asking actors to defer their pay
Advice for actors
Actor MBA
Jenga Tiles
Social Networking
Blogging
Preparing Yourself