Jessica’s Answer: It's true, I do keep talking about it.  Because rapport is one of those unconscious ways of communicating that can make or break a conversation.  The definition for rapport that I like is: the presence of harmony, trust, and cooperation in...

Jessica’s Answer: Since I know an actress asked this question, first I have to clarify to the other classifications, that actors make postcards with their headshot and contact info on them. Some people have the opinion that sending your postcard as a thank you note,...

Jessica’s Answer: So, I'm assuming you've googled, IMDBd, and polled your friends and there is nothing to be found on the person you're meeting with. 1. If you're meeting at his/her office, quickly do a scan to see if there is something to ask about, comment on, or a...

Jessica’s Answer: This question was followed by: "I'm sick of seeing people whose reels aren't as good as mine getting work when I'm not!" So, to answer the question, yes, talent does count for something.  To comment on the comment that followed: This is an...

Jessica’s Answer: It sounds like your question is: How do I craft questions for a person I've researched? If I'm wrong and I haven't answered your question, please clarify with more specifics in the comments. The key to making a good first impression is to remember...

Jessica’s Answer: The curse and the blessing of our industry is that there is no rule book.  It's a curse because there's no manual to follow, no steps to take, no correlation between hard work & commitment=success. However, the blessing is, because there are...

Jessica’s Answer: I'll re-word that question to be: My lists of DONT'S when staying in touch. 1. Don't call someone everyday.  This may seem obvious to you, but it's not to everyone.  So, if I help one person, not to make this mistake, my job is done. 2....

Jessica’s Answer: That depends: how good are you at the different things you want to do?  These days people are wearing many hats or using many /s.  I think it's great.  I do it myself. The important business question is: How are you marketing...

Jessica’s Answer: When I first started coaching, I would tell people to call 3 times before leaving a message (because the point was to get them in). However, with today's technology, people are checking their caller ID, so if they see you're calling and not leaving a...

Jessica’s Answer: If you want to speak with them,  a good time to call is when you think they'll answer. Here are the concerns I hear around "when to call": 1. If I call during the week, I'll disturb him/her at work2. I can't call during the weekend because it's...

Jessica’s Answer: I'm answering this question today, because my lucky # is 18 and this is question 18.  Here's what I think about luck: Luck is another one of those excuses that people use to blame, when they aren't taking action.  "I'm just not lucky." Of...

Jessica’s Answer: I won't deny that ageism exists in our industry.  I also won't buy into it. You know why? Because I've coached over 1,000 people one-on-one, and here's what I've learned: 1. Anyone over 50 who thinks he/she is not being hired because of his/her...

Jessica’s Answer: Because I can't ask you why you're turning down the work, if you want to work with this person, I'll address this question based on two possibilities.  If it's some other reason, put it in the comments section and I'll answer based on your...

Jessica’s Answer: Sometimes the way y'all phrase your questions, cracks me up!  Let me address the later part of that question since it's what's helping me fill my laugh quota for today... If you are not annoying or cheesy, you will not be perceived that...