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MESSAGE FROM MARIKA 
The 4th of July is upon us and summer is in full swing. Many of you are celebrating your own independence by taking vacations, enjoying your hiatus or just taking advantage of those extra hours of daylight to spend more time with loved ones. For television industry professionals, this is no doubt shaping up to be an exciting month. Show staffing has wrapped, and many of you are facing new challenges. Whether you're about to start on a new show, your existing show has been renewed or you've moved on to something completely different, it's vital that you look for ways to maintain balance as you look forward to new endeavors.
Happy Indepence Day! |
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For many of my clients working in entertainment, it can be very tempting to let the highs and lows of the business dictate their overall happiness and sense of well being. You have a job, you don't have a job, you're up, you're down, you're on strike...whew! It's exhausting, and can leach you of energy that you need to bring to other important areas of your life, such as family or friends. Not only that, but the cycle of high highs and low lows eventually leads to burnout -- and we all know how devastating that can be.
The secret to lasting career satisfaction and longevity in this business is have systems in place to help you get through the down times when you're in between, or have yet to find, a steady show. Here are a few suggestions to help you find balance in the coming weeks.
Tips for avoiding the roller-coaster aspect of the business:
Get a hobby. Anything, as long as it's something you really enjoy. Having something that you love to do that isn't business related will not only relieve stress but also provide a little fun. And who doesn't need that?
Get Involved. Find a cause that you believe in and then get out there and volunteer. Giving back to the community is not only altruistic, it's also a reminder that there is something much bigger than what's going on in your immediate environment. Besides, it's been proven that there is no more powerful boost to a person's well being than being of service to another human being or group. Try it! There's no way you'll regret it.
Get exercise. Clearing your mind through physical exercise is always important, whether you are currently working or not. As an added bonus, getting in shape can positively affect your career, too! Think of creative ways to get moving, like joining a sports league or a runner's group. Whenever you are meeting with a group of like-minded people, there is an opportunity for networking.
Learn something new. Stimulating the brain in new and interesting ways is an essential factor in staying mentally and physically sharp over the long haul. I encourage all of my clients to challenge themselves by learning something new -- and possibly something out of their comfort zone -- at least once a year. Learn a new language, take an art class, dust off that old violin, enroll in partner dance classes...whatever it is, just make sure it's something different.
Relax. Whether you've got something lined up or have no idea where your next job will be coming from, it's important to keep things in perspective. The entertainment business is constantly changing. If you're working, embrace the position that you're in and try to enjoy the experience as much as possible. If you're not, try to truly relish your time off -- and remember, you will work again. Having confidence in yourself and what you have to offer is essential to maintaining calm in an industry that often feels like a wild ride. Remember, you only live once!
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"Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance you must keep moving."
~Albert Einstein
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ABOUT MARIKA HULL
CERTIFIED EXECUTIVE COACH
Marika Hull, CEC is a trained Life Potentials Practitioner as well as a certified facilitator of the Energy Leadership Assessment. Prior to founding Proficio Coaching, she worked in the entertainment industry for companies such as ICM, NBC Universal, Fox, and DreamWorks. During that time she gained valuable experience in many areas of the film industry such as feature film development, production, corporate studio systems, and recruiting. With her previous work experience and a passion to help others, Marika Hull established Proficio Coaching with a mission to aid motivated individuals as they forge ahead in the world of entertainment.
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