I stopped by my new AAA office to pick up a map and guidebook for a friend only to discover that my membership had expired. I was assigned a Travel Counselor and went through the renewal process with him.
On inquiring about what happened to my status, I mentioned that I’d lived in Connecticut until 9 months ago. John, my counselor, let me know that he used to go to a comedy club in my hometown. Not only did he go there, he performed stand-up.
Interesting. How does one go from stand-up comedy to working at AAA? I had to ask.
Turns out, AAA gives him a lot of flexibility to audition for parts. He’s been making a supplementary income from commercials, modeling (he was an M & M, not a runway type) and voice-overs all while pursuing the day job for the past 18 years. I didn’t get a hint of irony or resentment from this 40-something. He seemed fulfilled and energized by his life choices.
I asked him if he had any advice for someone wanting to make it in the entertainment industry.
“Don’t hide!” he said. “Everyone out there at the performing level is really good. No one is going to come and find you no matter how talented you are. This isn’t Cinderella. You have to be out there and visible all the time.”
That sound advice is beneficial for every independent artist, performer and business owner I know. Which is why I’m sharing it.
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