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NETWORKING
Networking is essential in any kind of business, but even more so for an actor. The contacts you begin to develop within the industry will become the foundation from which you will build your career. You've heard the phrase "It's not what you know but who you know", and it's very close to the truth. In addition to getting to know as many people as possible, it's also vital that they know you!
As you develop your contact list you should include as many people as possible. Don't be so narrow-minded as to think agents and casting directors should be the only types you should maintain contact with. This business is such that today's peers could easily be tomorrow's power players and decision makers. Keep that in mind before writing any off as a potential future contact. You never know who may be able to turn you on to a potential job lead in the future.
Your contact list should include people you've worked with, been in class with, or have a reasonable level of familiarity with. You don't want someone on your contact list who has no idea who you are if you call or send a card. This is the major difference between a mailing list and a contact list. Mailing lists can include nearly anyone, whereas your contact list will be a smaller subset of that mailing list.
To keep organized, your contact lists should include the following information for each person:1. Name
2. Address
3. Phone Numbers
4. Company Name
5. Detailed notes on correspondence you've had with the contact in the past.Your contact list is something you should constantly be updating and "working". Developing the relationship is the first step, but staying organized and keeping in contact with the people on the list is what will keep you well connected in the future!