#179 - Grant Cramer - Actor / Producer


During this episode, Grant Cramer, actor and producer, talks to your host, Miro Wcislo. Find out how Grant decided to put his skills to good rather than continually elevating himself for others.

Highlights:

Why do people look to actors for answers?

How do you control the artistic voice within?

What is Lone Survivor about?

What movie is Grant producing with Nicolas Cage?

How did Grant transition from being an actor to a producer?

How did Grant elevate his career?

Why did Grant turn down several roles?

How do you avoid going into the dark place in Hollywood?

How did teaching acting change Grant’s life?

How should you face disappointment?

How do you find your drive?

What kind of jobs did Grant take?

How do you get confidence?

How does Grant become energy efficient in his daily life?

What kind of environment would Grant prefer to have?

How do you get people with money to fall in love with your dream?

What are Grant’s favorites?

Key Points:

Dig deep into your heart to reach your creative resources.

Always fact check, not all statements are factual.

“There is no other redemption for who you are in your life other than succeed.”

“We constantly have to be our own advocate.”

Tweetable Quotes:

“Artists are the most visible social conscience of any sane society.”

“A fascist society tries to kill and exile the intellectuals and artists because they’re the ones trying to reflect the truth back to society.”

“Artists, directors, and writers are the bleeding hearts of societies.”

“Take it all with a grain of salt.”

Resources Mentioned:

Check out Grant’s Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/grantmanc

Check out Grant’s twitter:

https://twitter.com/grantmanc?lang=en