Professional actor/writer/director Michael J. Ferruzza has over 1300 professional credits in the entertainment industry.

He is the Managing Director of The Creative Talent Workshop, the Midwest's top training and marketing program for professionals in the entertainment industry.

He has been featured on Fox television, the Showtime movie channel, and the Modern American Homes syndicated television show.

He teaches and counsels new and experienced actors all across the United States. He speaks to schools, colleges and universities.

He is currently working on a new film project.

Jobs & Careers > Arts & Entertainment Jobs Steps to success in acting

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#1 Determine your talent
#2 Determine your skills
#3 Build on your skills
#4 Know your limitations
#5 Build a support group (NO Family members!)
#6 Learn to market (Get pictures and demos)
#7 Keep a notebook on successes and failures
#8 Network with other talent
#9 Network with agents
#10 Network with producers/directors
#11 Study other talent (especially their success)
#12 Put on blinders (do not fall into traps set by NO or YOU CAN'T-isms)
#13 Keep up to date on the industry
#14 Have a resume
#15 Have a contact letter (How producers will reach you)
#16 Have a phone, cell p...

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