Makaela left a 6-figure income to pursue acting, and she’s scared out of her wits!

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

1. 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.
2. Material things are fleeting
3. 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

1. Taking contract jobs can assist you while waiting for your ambitious goals to pan out
2. 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
3. Always keep a little splurge money so you don't feel restricted
4. Taking classes, workshops, or anything that can help you build your confidence and not stay stuck
5. Finding a mentor or a person you trust that can provide you with the guidance you need to help you succeed
6. 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
7. Start putting yourself out there
8. 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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