How To Network As An “Out Of Towner"
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Webinar hosted by: Jessica Sitomer
Producer, Writer and In-House Career Coach for Cinematographers Guild
Jessica Sitomer (theGreenlightCoach.com) is a long-time expert in the entertainment industry, having worked in all areas, from writing and acting to directing and development. She's produced a sitcom pilot as well as two television series, Prescriptions, a show within a show for MTV, and Lights, Camera, Action, a reality show that is Top Chef meets The Apprentice for entertainment industry professionals. While working in development she was involved in the production of Crazy in Alabama, Antonio Banderas’ directorial debut. And yes, he is as charming in person as he is on screen. She is an international speaker and has coached thousands of people pursuing careers in entertainment and beyond. Jessica is the author of three books, including, the May 2015 release From Burnout to Bliss and And...Action! Powerful, Proven, and Proactive Strategies to Achieve Success in the Entertainment Industry (available on Amazon). Full Bio »
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Learn directly from Jessica Sitomer, International Entertainment Industry Speaker, Career Coach, and Author who has had her writing produced by an Emmy Award winner, produced TV herself and has coached thousands of professionals who work in the entertainment industry!
In this Stage 32 Next Level Webinar, you will learn the cultural differences between the way Angelinos and New Yorkers go after work in comparison to the UK, Canada, Atlanta, New Orleans, etc. If you are uncomfortable asking for work, or have seen what you consider “aggressive” strategies, your host Jessica Sitomer is going to modify her typical networking strategies and techniques to appeal to you! Yes, you can be polite, and still get work!
You will leave the webinar knowing:
- How to meet people who can hire you in a natural, authentic way.
- How to connect with people on social media without being annoying.
- How to get your “horn tooted” without you having to “toot your own horn”.
- Networking tips for genuine connections.
- How to stay in touch with a new connection without being a pest.
- How to feel more comfortable and confident in the work generating process.
Your host Jessica Sitomer is a world traveled speaker and panel moderator who modifies her topics to fit the needs and the culture of the participants in each location. She has coached thousands of people worldwide, and is proud to see her clients’ names on almost every TV and film she sees. Simultaneously, Jessica works as a professional in the entertainment industry, on shows for ABC, Nickelodeon, Showtime, MTV, and had her writing produced by an Emmy Award winning producer. Brought back by popular demand, she is here exclusively for Stage 32 to pass on her knowledge and experience of working with thousands of people, just like you, to make your journey to find work a comfortable ride.
PRAISE FOR JESSICA'S TEACHINGS:
A brilliant, life enhancing class. Insightful, with real, tried and tested useful advice. I am glad I attended! – D. McGurren
I thought that she was wonderfully engaging and answered all the questions fully with great insight. I also feel more confident because of how confident she is. I will be recommending her to all my friends! – J. Gaffney
Great to know HOW to network. Loved the personal stories and hadn't thought of that. Gave me the courage to contact a producer that I'd worked with before and in the conversation he told me he had some story ideas that were right up my alley. We'll see if it works out. Thanks much! – D. Meyer
Great personality! Made us feel like you were really there to help! Thanks so much! – D. Levy
I really appreciated all of the advice and the passion in the delivery. I hope to take it to heart and use it to help me succeed. – T. Scharf
Excellent - thoroughly enjoyed it! – C. Hilton-Wood
What You'll Learn
- Why asking for work when you meet someone is too forward.
- The alternative that CAN lead to work!
- The difference between aggressive networking and authentic networking.
- Why pushy and rude people don’t stand a chance against Jessica’s “How To Get To Know You” method (which she will break down for you to begin using immediately!)
- The biggest mistake made on social media by people outside of Los Angeles and New York.
- Why they make it and how to avoid it.
- Jessica’s “Out of Towner” rule.
- Why this will give you a huge advantage.
- How to implement it immediately.
- Why you don’t have to be “in people’s faces” to get your name in front of them.
- How to do it authentically.
- Jessica’s Polite Persistence Plan.
- AKA a step-by-step breakdown of the correct way to follow up and stay in touch.
- Five words that will immediately put you at ease in any social or working environment.
- How to get an immediate confidence boost when you need it.
- Q&A with Jessica
About Your Instructor
Jessica Sitomer
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Testimonials
A brilliant, life enhancing class. Insightful, with real, tried and tested useful advice. I am glad I attended! – D. McGurren
I thought that she was wonderfully engaging and answered all the questions fully with great insight. I also feel more confident because of how confident she is. I will be recommending her to all my friends! – J. Gaffney
Great to know HOW to network. Loved the personal stories and hadn't thought of that. Gave me the courage to contact a producer that I'd worked with before and in the conversation he told me he had some story ideas that were right up my alley. We'll see if it works out. Thanks much! – D. Meyer
Great personality! Made us feel like you were really there to help! Thanks so much! – D. Levy
I really appreciated all of the advice and the passion in the delivery. I hope to take it to heart and use it to help me succeed. – T. Scharf
Excellent - thoroughly enjoyed it! – C. Hilton-Wood
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