Open Up - Guest: Deonte Finch (Actor, Electrician & Entrepreneur)

In this conversation, Deonte Finch shares his journey from being an electrician and network engineer to becoming an actor in just two years. He discusses his early inspirations, the challenges he faced in the acting industry, and how he navigated multiple careers. Finch also talks about the importance of preparation for roles, the impact of AI on acting, and his personal values when it comes to accepting roles. He shares insights on finding auditions, building a career, and offers advice for aspiring actors. Takeaways Deonte Finch started acting just two years ago. He was inspired to be on TV from a young age. Finch recorded music to gain notoriety in the industry. He moved to LA to pursue his dreams of acting. He let his realtor license lapse during the pandemic. AI poses challenges for actors today. He turned down a role due to personal values. Finch signed an NDA for an upcoming project. He got into acting through a chance meeting at a ball. Consistency and activity are key to success in acting. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Deonte Finch 03:07 The Journey into Acting 06:04 Navigating Multiple Careers 08:50 Preparing for Roles and Method Acting 11:56 Challenges in the Acting Industry 14:48 Turning Down Roles and Personal Values 18:13 Upcoming Projects and Future Aspirations 21:08 Finding Auditions and Building a Career 23:58 Lessons Learned and Advice for Aspiring Actors