I’m always hearing writers speak about how difficult it is to succeed. I too, partake of this kind of discussion. This week, I said this in the S32 screenwriting forum about pitching to Amazon Studios: “I'd say my chances of an option are about the same as a salmon swimming up Niagara Falls.” When i...
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Conceptualize yourself as talent not necessarily just your work. That simple but be careful not to become the master of only your own mind. When you conceptualize yourself as and realize you are talen...
Expand commentConceptualize yourself as talent not necessarily just your work. That simple but be careful not to become the master of only your own mind. When you conceptualize yourself as and realize you are talent your concepts come easier and you don't have to blast out or be dependent of outside forces until work is ready or opportunity for your what's next arises. True talent can be shredded and reassembled many times over. Just my opinion of the subject.
David: Exactly correct.
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I wanted to add, along the lines of not taking no for an answer, I have made a point of using those "No's" to start a conversation whenever I can. I've had a few read requests in which the producer wa...
Expand commentI wanted to add, along the lines of not taking no for an answer, I have made a point of using those "No's" to start a conversation whenever I can. I've had a few read requests in which the producer was nice enough to email me and say the script wasn't for them. I have always emailed them back, thanking them for taking the time to read and respond, while also mentioning I have other scripts that might better suit their needs. This has resulted in not only some great conversations and connections, but additional read requests and meetings. So never let a rejection drag you down!!!!