Actors hear it all the time: "Just be confident." But what does confidence actually look like—and can it really be
created on demand?
In this episode of Casting Actors Cast, veteran casting director, actor, educator, and author Jeffrey Dreisbach
explores the psychology behind authentic confidence, why rejection affects actors so deeply, the difference
between confidence and self-esteem, and why self-trust—not fearlessness—is the real foundation of a
successful acting career.
Drawing from decades behind the casting table, personal experience, and practical strategies you can begin
using immediately, this episode will help you approach auditions, self-tapes, and your creative life with greater
resilience, perspective, and purpose.
Whether you're just beginning your acting journey or you've been navigating this business for years, this
conversation will challenge the way you think about confidence—and perhaps change it forever.
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little encouragement today.
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