ACTING BUSINESS 101 Q & A (Season 2 Finale)

Wondering whether you need an agent or a manager first, or why your representation suddenly stopped calling you?In this Season 2 Finale Q&A episode of the Actors! You Are Enough!! Podcast, Celebrity Master Acting Coach Amy Lyndon and Talent Agent Ofelia Habelt answer real questions about the business side of acting. From breaking down the difference between an agent and a manager to discussing whether you need to move to Los Angeles or Atlanta to build your acting career, Amy and Ofelia share practical industry guidance to help you take control of your acting business.🎬 In this episode, you'll learn:• The real difference between an agent and a manager and who to sign with first. • Amy’s "shoe store" analogy on how agents sell vs. how managers package you. • Why moving to LA too early causes burnout and why booking locally first can make sense. • How to build a demo reel from scratch when you have zero film footage. • Headshot mistakes to avoid and why over-glammed looks can hurt co-star auditions. • How to find your TV character archetypes like the "Bingo Lady." • The real reasons your agent stopped calling and how to fix the relationship. • Why representation is a two-way street and how to support your team.