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June 20, 2023 48 mins

Get ready to Buckle Up because on the She's Got DrIve podcast you remember that your Brilliance is your Birthright.  

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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