89. Andrea Canny Discusses: Ageism, Interviewing, Pay Gaps, Career, Talents, & Seeing Our Gifts

In this episode, Andrea “Baba” Canny furthers our discussion about ageism (from Ep 88) and provides some great interviewing tips. We also get into pay gaps, career expectations, talents, gifts and dreams.   Andrea is in her mid-50s and since the pandemic finding steady work has been a challenge. She’s shown great resilience and looks for the gifts present with the challenges. Her story is inspirational for all of us and is a great example of a “Girl, Taking the Lead!”   3 Episode Takeaways: 1.    Ageism is going to happen to everyone – best to be aware and accepting early in your career. 2.    Listen for the interview vibes you’re picking up and be sure to share examples of your “trainable chimp” moments. 3.    Change is inevitable – don’t attach your job to your identity so you can build your own resiliency and see dreams you want to pursue.   As Mentioned in the Episode: Ep 88 with Nori Jabba Nori’s book, Keeping Your Seat at the Table Andrea’s Workshop: Princess to Gargoyle: Embracing Change & Creating Longevity in your Careerhttp://www.andreacanny.com/workshopsmaster-classes   Previous Episodes with Andrea: Ep 1 “Wait, I Can Sound Wimpy?” Ep 2 “Is Leadership Funny” Ep 3 Betty White: More than Just Funny   More about Andrea:   Andrea Canny’s 38-year career has spanned through Asia, Europe, and the USA. Her Disney career began at Disney’s MGM Studios as the original Belle (Beauty and the Beast), original Laverne (The Hunchback of Notre Dame), Adventurers Club, and more. Andrea was voted Vocalist of the Decade on Broadwayworld.com in 2020. She also won Critic’s Pick: Best Actress in a Musical 2018 for her portrayal of Mama Rose in Gypsy at the Garden Theatre. She also has a solo CD, Cab Fab, and she recorded the role of Sleeping Beauty for the 10th Anniversary recording of Disenchanted that was released worldwide in September 2019. Ms. Canny co-produced the Emmy Award-nominated & Golden Brick Award-winning concert, From Broadway with Love: Orlando, benefiting 3 Orlando LGBTQ organizations after the Pulse tragedy, featuring Broadway stars, as well as From Broadway with Love: Parkland. Andrea has her own Proofreading/Editing business (books, scripts, etc.) and her coaching studio for corporate speakers and private & group coaching in vocal performance & the business of entertainment for performers.   Ways to reach Andrea:   [email protected]    www.andreacanny.com.   https://www.instagram.com/pupbutt/   Ways to reach Yo:  [email protected] (Yo)   FB group: Girl, Take the Lead https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share   IG: yocanny (Yo)   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/