What I Learned from Writing Down My Goals Every Day for a Month
In the month of January, I created a challenge for myself to write down my big three goals for the year – every day. I wanted to try this out…
3 Ways to Fight Imposter Syndrome
Have you ever caught yourself thinking (or saying out loud) the words, “I don’t deserve this”? Or have you ever felt guilty for winning an award or receiving some sort…
How to Turn Your Weaknesses into Strengths
Ah, weaknesses. Sometimes it seems easiest to just ignore them. Whether it’s ignoring them to focus on the things we’re good at, or purposefully choosing blissful ignorance, it’s an easier…
How to Create Your Personal Mantra
Whether you’re trying to get through a particularly tough workout, psych yourself up for a big moment, or just make it to the end of the work day, a personal…
3 Prioritization Tips for Busy Days
I recently grabbed coffee with a friend of mine who is in the midst of a big life transition – she is hitting the job-search trail full-force, and we were…
How to Be More Mindful Throughout the Workday
Mindfulness. It’s a word we hear a lot these days. But unfortunately, if you’re like me, it’s not something you practice often. If you’re a chronic multi-tasker, schedule-obsessed planner, or…
How to Bounce Back from Rejection
The dreaded “R” word: rejection. (Even typing the word is unpleasant!) It’s something that comes up in our lives probably more often than we’d like. As an actor, rejection is…
6 Winter Self-Care Ideas to Try Today
It seems like everywhere you look these days, there’s some new article or Instagram post about “self-care.” And thank goodness! Self-care is important, you guys. Arguably, it’s one of THE…
Ask P&P: What does it mean to “have poise”?
I’ve been wanting to answer this question for a while (pretty much since I started Poised & Professional!) as I get questions all the time about why I choose this…
3 Tricks to Overcome Stage Fright
Stage fright. It’s something we all have likely experienced at some point in our lives. Even the best actors, the most experienced performers in the world get nervous every once…