Talent Agent April King who has worked with Keke Palmer and Quinta Brunson says you have to advocate for yourself to get what you want.
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This week after a 18 month break #shesgotdrivepodcast is back with April King, Talent Agent at William Morris Endeavor.
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In episode 140, April King, Talent Agent at William Morris Endeavor
- What is it that you do as an agent? & How to become a talent agent at icm partners. 3:22
- What it actually is to be a talent manager.& April's favorite part of her job. 7:38
- Why it’s important to find your champions in your industry. 13:29
- Why it takes time to become an agent.
- The importance of networking and networking.
- The importance of mentoring and mentorship.
- The importance of having a never say die attitude in business. 19:15
- Black women being passed over.24:34
- The biggest challenge in her career. & The lightbulb moment that changed her life.
- Taking action when fear is present. How fear can stop us from taking action.
- Tips for getting interviews.
- The importance of working with your team to prepare your client. 35:49
- What someone needs to do to get into entertainment.
- The challenges of being in a space where rejection is so personal. 40:07
- How to cope with rejection.
Follow April on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/april-king-86768313/
If you are interested in investing in Black women in any way this interview is for you. Don’t walk run!!
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