The Acting Business Boot Camp Podcast

In this episode, I’m getting real about something every actor struggles with at some point in their journey: the frustration of not seeing the success you know you’re capable of.

Inspired by a powerful passage from Jen Sincero’s You Are a Badass, I explore how your dream career (yes, including that dream agent, those callbacks, and the big booking) isn’t out there in the future… it’s already here, waiting for you to meet it at the right frequency.

If you’ve ever asked yourself:

• Why isn’t this working?

• Where’s the success I’ve been working so hard for?

• Why do I feel like I’m doing everything right, but nothing’s landing?

…then this episode is for you.

🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why the success you’re looking for is already here (and how to tap into it)

• How energy, mindset, and “vibrational frequency” impact your acting career

• What You Are a Badass teaches us about staying present and attracting opportunity

• How to tell if you’re j

  ...

Why Your Energy May Be the Missing Link to Booking Work

Have you ever looked at another actor and thought,
"They’re not more talented than me... so why are they booking and I’m not?"

If so, you’re not alone — and you're asking the exact right question.

In a recent solo episode of the Acting Business Boot Camp podcast, I (Peter Pamela Rose) dove into what I call the "X Factor" — that invisible yet undeniable energy that seems to magnetize auditions, callbacks, and career opportunities to certain actors... even if they’re not the most trained or technically gifted in the room.

Spoiler: it’s not luck.
It’s vibration, energy, and alignment.

And if you’ve been hitting walls despite working hard and doing “all the right things,” this post might be the energetic reset you didn’t know you needed.

What Is the X Factor in Acting?

The “X Factor” isn’t about looks, representation, or even talent. It’s about vibrational alignment — the frequency you’re putting out and how it matches (or...

🎧 Episode Summary:

In this empowering solo episode, voiceover actor and coach Mandy Fisher poses a bold question that every actor must learn to answer with confidence: “Are you a good actor?”

We’re taught from day one to expect rejection in this industry—but rarely are we taught to say yes to ourselves first. Mandy breaks down why internal validation is the foundation of success and how your energy, mindset, and self-belief shape every audition, job, and opportunity.

💡 Key Takeaways:

• Your Confidence Sets the Tone: If you walk into the room unsure if you belong, others will sense it.

• Start with a Daily Practice:
  Ask yourself:

  • Am I a good actor?

  • Am I an expert storyteller?

  • Am I worthy of this career?

  • Am I ready for my next opportunity?
    Your answer needs to be YES—every single time.

• Don’t Wait for External Feedback: Casting directors and agents often won’t tell you what you did right. Create your own feedback loop by reviewing your past work

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Hey there, it’s Peter Pamela Rose. In this episode, I’m getting real with you.

After what feels like forever since I last recorded (even though I know that might not be true if you’re bingeing episodes!), I’m back to talk about something that’s been coming up a lot in my weekly classes—how to deal with fear, anxiety, and overwhelm when the world feels like too much.

Whether you're feeling the pressure of what's going on globally, or you're just tired of asking yourself, “How the hell did I end up back here again?”—this episode is for you.

Here’s what we get into:

• The Serenity Prayer and how I actually use it in my daily life

• A simple but powerful tool called “Just For Today”

• The difference between your conscious and subconscious mind

• Why it feels so hard to change—and how we actually can

• And how to keep your actor mindset strong when everything feels uncertain

This episode comes straight from the heart—and from what’s been resonating in my Weekly Acc...

Podcast Episode Summary
In today’s episode, we’re tackling a phrase that might hit you right in the gut:

👉 “Work harder. Nobody cares.”

I say it with love because while it’s a tough pill to swallow, it’s also one of the most freeing truths you can embrace as a person and as an artist.

This mindset shift could be the key to unlocking your full potential. So buckle up—we’re diving into the gritty, no-nonsense reality of what it really takes to succeed and why the "nobody cares" part might be the most empowering thing you hear today.

🎧 Inspired by my post on Substack: The Actors Index.

The Truth About Success in a Creative Career

Let’s start with the truth: Nobody cares about your dream as much as you do.

And honestly, that’s the way it should be, right?

Whether you’re in voiceover, acting, writing, directing, or any other creative field, the industry isn’t designed to hold your hand. It’s competitive. It’s challenging. It requires you to show up every single day with your...

Meet Diane Strand – Executive Producer, Creativepreneur & TEDx Speaker

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Diane Strand, a creative entrepreneur, executive producer, bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and nonprofit founder. She believes in the power of creativity and the arts to transform both life and business.

Get ready for some golden nuggets, including:
✔️ Why believing in yourself—51% more than your doubts—changes everything
✔️ How the next step always reveals itself (if you trust the process)
✔️ The mindset shifts that help actors and creatives thrive

Let’s dive in!

🎭 The Power of Creativity in Business & Life

Diane shares how creativity shaped her journey, from overcoming dyslexia to landing her first school play role as Betsy Ross—even when everyone told her she couldn’t do it.

💡 Key Takeaway: The arts fuel focus, persistence, and personal growth.

She now works with mainstream and special-needs individuals, proving that creativity is a universal tool for success.

💡 O...

Podcast Episode Summary

🚀 Big News! Mandy Fisher, VO expert extraordinaire, is now officially joining me as a co-host on the Acting Business Bootcamp Podcast! 🎉

For Mandy’s first episode as co-host, we’re diving into a game-changing concept: specificity.

💡 Why is specificity so powerful? Because when you’re clear about who you are, what you offer, and who you’re reaching out to, you’ll:
✔️ Cut through the noise and reach the right people
✔️ Build trust with casting directors, agents, and clients
✔️ Strengthen your branding, marketing, and outreach
✔️ Increase your chances of booking work

In this episode, we cover:

✅ Why vague messaging gets ignored (and how to avoid it)
✅ How to be specific in your emails, website, and portfolio
✅ The role of specificity in social media, branding, and direct marketing
✅ Actionable homework to refine your approach right now

👉 Grab a notebook, take a deep breath, and let’s dive in!

🎯 Why Specificity is a Game Changer for Actors & Creatives

In today...

Podcast Episode Summary

This week’s episode is a bit different.

I’m recording from New York, but my heart is in Los Angeles, where wildfires have been creeping dangerously close to my home.

Beyond that, I’ve been facing another personal challenge—my mom suffered a stroke over the holidays, her seventh stroke. Navigating hospital visits, stress, and uncertainty has tested me in ways I didn’t expect.

💡 So today, I want to focus on one simple but powerful tool: journaling.

When stress feels overwhelming, sometimes the only thing we can do is focus on one thing that keeps us grounded. For me, that’s stream-of-consciousness journaling.

🔥 Navigating Stress in Difficult Times

The Past Two Weeks Have Been a Lot

✔️ My mom had a stroke on Christmas night – Her seventh.
✔️ I helped get my parents settled post-hospital stay.
✔️ The LA wildfires began creeping toward my home.

And while I am safe, my family is safe, and my home is safe (for now), I know that so many others have lost thei...

Podcast Episode Summary

Is it possible to be “too nice” in the entertainment industry?

A listener asked me to tackle this topic, and I’m diving in today. 🎙️

As an actor, creative, or performer, you’ve probably heard:
❓ “You’re too nice.”
❓ “You need to be more aggressive.”
❓ “Don’t be a pushover.”

💡 But what does that really mean? And how do you balance kindness with assertiveness—without getting taken advantage of?

👉 In this episode, I break down five key strategies to help you set boundaries, make decisive choices, and stand up for yourself—while still being a respected, professional, and kind person in the industry.

🔥 Does Being “Too Nice” Hold You Back as an Actor?

There’s a fine line between being:
✔️ Kind vs. People-Pleasing
✔️ Assertive vs. Aggressive
✔️ Generous vs. Getting Walked On

💡 Actors & artists often struggle with this balance.
✔️ We want to be liked (which can lead to overcommitting).
✔️ We fear burning bridges (which can stop us from setting boundaries).
✔️ We hes...

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Hi, everyone. I hope you had a wonderful holiday week and let me be one of the first to wish you a very happy new year.

Last week it was to close out 2024 and this week it is to welcome 2025. 

So allow yourself to find a comfortable position and if that means you need to push pause and get settled that's just fine do that now.