Makaela left a 6-figure income to pursue acting, and she’s scared out of her wits!
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GUEST BACKGROUND
Makaela Bryant started acting and modeling as a side hustle during COVID. She didn’t expect it to take off. But it has. And her world is now in a state where she is excited and also scared, but she’s also finding that being a minority makes it harder. Makaela comes from a 150k corporate salary and into a career that is new. She has landed a starring role in the movie Rise, which is network sponsored. But Makaela has fears around her own success and the fear of failure. Yet she’s not letting those fears stop her from chasing her dreams. Listen to discover Makaela’s ambitious goals.
TIMESTAMPS
02:16 Introduction
03:30 Leaving $150K salary to pursue acting
15:52 Feeling the pressure when people are depending on you
17:56 Getting into acting and modeling as a creative outlet due to a bad situation
20:19 How Makaela got discovered
21:33 Seeking validation
24.02 People invest in you as a product or service
26.30 Proving yourself
33.30 College educated with a high-paying job but very unhappy
34.00 Using your skills and experience to assist your dreams
34:40 Not good with finances
36:30 Material things are fleeting
37:24 Managing money on an inconsistent income
39:02 Makaela’s Ambitious goal
41:47 The actions Makaela is taking to reach her ambitious goal
42:21 Makaela’s advice to other ambitious women
44:55 Where can you see more of Makaela?
KEY INSIGHTS FROM MAKAELA
- You don’t have to wait for situations to be ideal before you chase your dreams. Use your skills and experience to assist you with other ways to make money as you pursue your ambitious goals.
- Material things are fleeting
- Don’t ask anyone for permission to let you in…tell them and show them that you are here!
MAKAELA’S ACTION STEPS FOR SUCCESS
- Taking contract jobs can assist you while waiting for your ambitious goals to pan out
- To support yourself on an inconsistent income, you should have a clear understanding of how much money you need each month to manage your expenses
- Always keep a little splurge money so you don't feel restricted
- Taking classes, workshops, or anything that can help you build your confidence and not stay stuck
- Finding a mentor or a person you trust that can provide you with the guidance you need to help you succeed
- Practice and hone your skills, and learn as much as you can about your industry or niche so you can get closer to your goals
- Start putting yourself out there
- Put in the time needed to succeed
Where to find Makaela?
- IMDB: https://m.imdb.com/title/tt21205574/?ref_=m_nm_knf_i1
- Star of the movie Rise (scheduled release date December 2022)
- Actress in “The Interview” & ”Circlings”
- Instagram @bikinimak
- https://www.makaelabryantofficial.com/filmography/
For more details about the podcast, go to ExtravagantlyBroke.com/podcast
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