Leaving the 9-5? Harun’s Acting Career Without Quitting His Job

In this episode of CareersTalks with Tamer, we sit down with Harun Cehovic, an operations manager who is also pursuing his passion for acting. Harun opens up about how he got started in acting, his journey balancing two very different worlds, and what it really takes to follow your creative passion while working a 9-5 job.We dive deep into the realities of pursuing acting, the emotional highs and lows, financial uncertainty, and practical tips for anyone considering a similar path. Whether you're an aspiring actor, a creative professional, or someone trying to juggle multiple passions—this episode is for you.00:00 Intro02:19 How did it all start with the acting06:58 Why acting specifically12:45 Harun's first acting role16:38 Landing a corporate job as an actor21:17 Acting career highlights25:16 Balancing corporate job and acting27:31 Navigating financial and emotional uncertainty34:57 How to stand out as an actor37:31 How can someone start acting40:54 Best age to start an acting career41:58 What's the feeling you miss when you don't act45:26 How do you feel in quiet periods?48:16 What if acting doesn’t work?50:28 Advice to your younger self52:34 OutroCONNECT WITH ME:🎬 YouTube: @careerstalkswithtamer📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/careerstalks/🎙️ Spotify: https://spotify.link/155zVY0b3yb💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/careerstalks#actor#actingcareer #DualCareer #CareerJourney #creativejourney #CorporateLife #PursueYourPassion #ActorInterview #CareerAdvice #Podcast