Category Archives: Keys to Success

Body Confidence: How to Rock Your Body Shape

Posted on September 30, 2019 by John Casablancas

Confidence can feel like one of those traits that you either have or you don’t, but this is false. Anyone can learn and gift themselves the power to own who and what they are, regardless of the opinions of others. … Continue reading →

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Goal Setting

Posted on July 29, 2019 by John Casablancas

Important in every aspect of your existence and desire to succeed, goal setting is a tried and true art that has served the betterment of mankind. The stronger your ability to wield this talent, the more success you’ll find in … Continue reading →

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Best Motivational Instagrams to Follow

Posted on July 22, 2019 by John Casablancas

Instagram, for all its models and memes, is actually an incredible place to cultivate inspiration and motivation. With summer here and New Year’s goals finally seeing fruition, here’s how to keep yourself focused while you have fun in the sun. … Continue reading →

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10 Tips on Dressing for Success

Posted on June 17, 2019 by John Casablancas

Dress to impress is a long-standing rallying cry for those aiming to get hired. After all, the clothes make the person and we, as humans, are guilty of judging others based on appearances, especially in the modeling and acting world … Continue reading →

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The Professional Instagram

Posted on January 21, 2019 by John Casablancas

As the undisputed image app, Instagram is a juggernaut when it comes to e-fame. It was the first app that allowed regular people to become artsy photographers, and while few will ever rise to the ranks of stardom on the … Continue reading →

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How to Conquer a Dance Audition

Posted on September 4, 2018 by John Casablancas

Like the actor and cold reads, dancers have auditions full of learning demandingly fast-paced sequences in the span of around 30 minutes (and sometimes less). As with all arts, though, so long as you know the basics, stringing them together … Continue reading →

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Reputation Management and Respecting Schedules

Posted on July 2, 2018 by John Casablancas

Time is money. If you understand this phrase, you understand why always being on time is necessary when working to manage a positive professional reputation. The Bigger You Are As you become more successful, your time becomes increasingly more limited. … Continue reading →

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The Secrets of the Elevator Pitch

Posted on October 23, 2017 by John Casablancas

Mission Statement. Vision. Elevator Pitch. These three terms are all synonymous but change based on the industry you work in. It is a short, succinct description of who you are, what you stand for and what you see as your … Continue reading →

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Growing Social Media

Posted on September 5, 2017 by John Casablancas

A huge portion of one’s presence these days in online through social media sites, like Twitter and Instagram. However, achieving fame through said outlets is a long practice in determination and dedication to growing your community. With time and effort, … Continue reading →

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Signing with an Agency

Posted on January 23, 2017 by John Casablancas

Agencies are passports to regular, scheduled work. They hook you up with professionals that know both how to market your talent as well as how to secure gigs in the modeling and acting world. When you’re ready to be picked … Continue reading →

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