Dave… Seize the Opportunities in an Uncertain Time The tagline for this Kevin Kline movie, Dave is: In a country where anybody can become president, that anybody just did! And in true Hollywood fashion, as the story twists and turns, a complete unknown changes...

Distractions Facebook, text messages, emails, phone calls. What do you do to get away from it all? How do you work effectively with so many distractions? Try these tips: 1. Make a to-do list the night before 2. Schedule your next day to accommodate your to-do list 3....

I Hate Being Sick Being a "do-er", colds, sinus infections, coughs, etc., really annoy me. I can't accept that it's because I'm allergic to my dogs (which I am) or that I got it from the guy who was sneezing next to me in yoga class. No. I take it...

It IS a Wonderful Life! By Jessica Sitomer “Dear George, Remember no man is a failure who has friends. Thanks for the wings. Love, Clarence” I was about to get in line at Whole Foods today, but because the guy in front of me was stopped in front of the...

Overcoming Writer's Block Tonight I saw Seven Pounds. To say I loved it is an understatement. After the movie, there was a Q &A with the writer, Grant Nieporte. Because I practice what I preach, I moved up to the front row to ask a question (never know when I may...

Publicity Without a Publicist Monday night I had my first radio interview. It was so much fun! The host of the show is Nikki Love, from REEL LADIES, Spotlighting, Educating & Motivating Women in Film & Entertainment. To hear a recording of the show, go to:...

Making Room for 2009 It's raining in Los Angeles. That's comparable to a "snow day" only the kids don't get off from school. Many people choose to stay inside. What a great opportunity to prepare for the new year! 1. Turn on your favorite music (or holiday...

Ask Questions I spent a lot of time on the phone and in front of my computer today. I had a lot of questions to get answered. Do you think that when Donald Trump looks at a building he sees something different than the average person? You bet he does. I'm growing my...

Anticipation I touched on anticipation in my latest newsletter and now it strikes again. Clearly I love movies. There is a list that many people have in their minds about movies that all "movie lovers" should see. One of those movies has managed to escape me...

FREE Teleseminars for the Entertainment Industry The holidays are a great opportunity to meet new people and re-establish old relationships. Top Entertainment Industry Career Coach, Jessica Sitomer, helps you prepare to maximize your opportunities during two...

Planes, Trains & Automobiles… (AKA Bad Economy, Looming Strike & Fender Benders) just Pay it Forward All that Steve Martin (Neal Page) wants to do in this timeless comedy is make it home in time for Thanksgiving. That is the subject of the week...

Spend an Evening With Erin Brockovich… By Jessica Sitomer Do you find yourself wondering, “What is going on in the world?” I don’t like to talk about politics, the economy, global warming, or potential union strikes, but seriously—what...

To Be “Made” in Hollywood, Take Notes from Maid in Manhattan… By Jessica Sitomer Not exactly where you want to be in your career? Do you see the potential for success within your reach but there are obstacles in your way? Perhaps you know what you...

To Be a Legend, Don’t Be a Castaway! By Jessica Sitomer I don’t know about you, but watching Will Smith in I Am Legend and Tom Hanks in Cast Away was downright uncomfortable for me! Don’t get me wrong, their performances were outstanding, it was the...