8. Olivia Scott on Clown School, The Importance of Mindset Shifts, and Always Being Ready

Olivia Scott (Actress, Model, Clown) sits down with us to share her journey from starting in comedy in Chicago, to making the jump to Los Angeles to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. She discusses the seriousness of clown school, how she’s always known she’s wanted to be an actor, and continues to pursue her childhood dream. Olivia discusses how imperative having a healthy mindset is and how the work of an actor is to work through your own personal trauma. She highlights the importance of having honest friends, small uncomfortable actions, and how she’s done playing small.— The comedy scene of Chicago + her first big theater experience — The intense process of becoming a professional clown — Learning to love the audition process — How changing your mindset could change the entire trajectory of your career — The importance of being “ready” for any opportunity — The endurance this career path requires — Having honest friends + not being afraid to take uncomfortable actionsResources mentioned in this episodeChicago ImprovJon Batiste’s Documentary “American Symphony” TrailerConnect with OliviaOlivia’s IGOlivias’s IMDBOlivia’s BioOlivia Scott is an actress and model originally from Chicago, IL. She has modeled for brands like: Tommy Bahamas, Redken, Stila Cosmetics, and has also been on the cover of The Amazing Spider-Man comic book playing Black Cat. You can watch her act in Project Dorothy and Welcome to the Men's Group which are both streaming on Amazon Prime.Hang out with Maddie Maddie’s IGMaddie’s Coaching IGMaddie’s Coaching WebsiteHang out with Bailey Bailey’s IGDon’t forget to like, subscribe, and review the podcast!