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DO I HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO MAKE IT IN SHOW BUSINESS? 1.) Do I have a burning desire, a passion, to work in the film and television industry? Yes/No 2.) Am I willing to really commit to making my dream in entertainment come true? Yes/No 3.) Am I willing to approach my journey to success in this magical industry as a true business and not as simply a hobby? Yes/No 4.) Am I willing to not only read, but also thoroughly study all of the materials available to me, in order to greatly increase my probability of success? Yes/No 5.) Am I committed to enjoying the journey to Hollywood Success and help myself and others happier along the way? Yes/No 6.) Once I achieve success in the industry that I desire, do I plan to give other deserving people a ‘hand up’ ? Yes/No 7.) Do I understand that the focus is on the story, because the story is the ‘star’; regardless of what my billing may be? (This is whether you are the writer, director or star) Yes/No 8.) Am I willing to put my ego aside and work as a team player in order to bring the producer/director’s vision to life on the screen? Yes/No 9.) Will I show my sincere appreciation to those who have opened doors for me, hired me, and worked with me and remember those who helped me on the way to my success? Yes/No 10.) Am I willing to do whatever it takes with integrity, joy and a positive attitude? Yes/No 11.) Have I given myself an out (Plan B) IF it does not work? Yes/No 12.) Am I willing to stop watching TV hours every day and work instead on my craft, even on weekends? Yes/No 13.) Will I quit if I have not made it after 6 months? Yes/No 14.) Will I quit if I have not made it after 12 months? Yes/No 15.) Will I quit if I have not made it after 2 years? Yes/No 16.) Will I quit if I have not made it after 4 years? Yes/No 17.) Am I willing to let go of my past failures in life and start as a new person, even if I have been doing this for over 5 years and really this time put my whole heart and soul into my career? Yes/No 18.) Am I willing to always put a smile on my face no matter how I am feeling after I get rejections and still take enthusiastic action the next day? Yes/No 19.) Have you ALWAYS dreamed of being successful in this industry? Yes/No 20.) If you could make a good living doing this and still not make millions but make enough to work at it full time would you still want to do it? Yes/No 21.) Are you willing to work at other work you may not love as much and use ALL of your free time pursuing your dream with positive action until your dream comes true? Yes/No Now, total your ‘yes’ answers and your ‘no’ answers. If you have 1- 7 yes answers, please give this book to a friend who is willing to commit to his or her dream. You are just dreaming about this. You see, you can’t simply think positive thoughts, snap your fingers, and have your dreams instantly manifest for you. You must take action. For anything worthwhile to come to fruition in your life, you must face that often-feared ‘horrible C-word’ -- commitment. Commitment is a step, which cannot be skipped on one’s journey to success. If you are not willing to commit now, when will you be willing to commit? And, just for those of you who might answer with ‘well, pretty soon’ or ‘one of these days;’ that doesn’t work. ‘One of these days’ is ‘none of these days.’ So, now it appears, that a commitment is necessary. What is it going to be? A commitment to success – or a commitment to not make a commitment? (Which, of course, is a commitment) ? Think about it. If you have 8-14 yes answers, you may think you have what it takes to become a success in the wonderful world of film and television but truly it may still be a dream and not a real vision. You still have a chance of succeeding if you will simply make a REAL decision and take positive real action. As you continue to grow and evolve as a person, you may find that our book ‘jumps out at you’ weeks or months or even years later. When that occurs, read the book again, and see how you feel about really going for your dreams. It’s a wonderful test. If you cannot answer ‘yes’ to more questions at that point, please understand it’s okay. Not everyone was destined to become successful in the world of film and television. You may find that your enthusiastic ‘Yes!’ comes in another field. Whatever field it is, though, please pursue your passion. And, always remember to enjoy the journey. ? If you have 15- 19 yes answers, you are well on your way to success in this amazing industry. You already have a head start and have obviously made a commitment, now you must simply and carefully open your mind and heart and read our entire book with a high level of energy, concentration, and emotion. When you have finished, then go through this questionnaire again. And, my friend, if you answered 20-21 questions 'yes' answers, then congratulations, because you have an excellent probability of achieving real and lasting, happy success in this wonderful industry. Go for it and remember you were BORN to do this so DO IT!!! Binnie. |