Eps 31: Rigging The System In Your Favor: An Actor's journey with Dajuan Johnson

Rigging the System in Your Favor: An Actor's Journey with DaJuan JohnsonHost Colleen Foy and guest DaJuan Johnson reconnect on this episode, taking us through DeJuan’s journey as an actor in Los Angeles. Together, they reflect on his 15-year career from his humble beginnings in theater to notable TV roles on Bosch, Grey’s Anatomy, and NCIS. DaJuan gets candid about his struggles in the industry and gives advice on how to navigate the ups and downs of being an actor by rigging the system in your favor, the importance of mindset, and strategies for lifelong success. From his Emmy campaign to making an impression with cookies, this conversation will leave you encouraged in getting to exactly where you want to be in your career. 00:00 — Introduction and Welcoming DaJuan Johnson00:11 — Reflecting on 15 Years of Friendship00:17 — DaJuan’s Journey to Los Angeles00:36 — Early Struggles and Realizations01:38 — Finding Seriousness in Acting03:02 — Meeting and Learning from Stan04:37 — Booking the First Role08:59 — The Impact of Bosch on DaJuan’s Career16:31 — The Importance of Mindset and Coaching19:17 — Navigating the Modern Acting Industry27:40 — Embracing Uncertainty and Self-Care28:13 — The Reality of Talent and Persistence29:21 — Mindset and Personal Growth29:54 — Navigating the Acting Industry31:18 — Rigging the System in Your Favor32:42 — The Emmy Campaign Journey33:58 — The Importance of Visibility42:52 — Auditioning and Building Relationships45:16 — Holding the Vision, Not the Circumstance50:05 — Validation and Self-Worth54:53 — Final Reflections and AdviceEPISODE LINKS:· Follow DaJuan on IG @dajuanjohnson· DaJuan’s IMDb· DaJuan’s Website· Listen to the Think Bigger Actors Podcast· Think Bigger Coaching· DaJuan’s Resources· Dajuan’s YouTubeHost: Colleen FoyProducer: Kristyn DanielMusic by: Lindsay Boreing and Will Boreing________________Want to learn more about Stan Kirsch Studios? Visit Our Website Here.Catch up on the podcast here.Follow SKS on IG @stankirschstudios