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DarryltheWizard Loyal user 238 Posts |
I've mentored many kids and a few teenagers over the years. Only a handful have attained a good measure of perfection and are working professionals. One particular performer went from a stage presence of a 4 to a high nine,and he knows his audience reactions have been transformed and the number of shows on his tour have increased significantly. His own producer is beginning also realizes he approaching a 10, but is very reluctant to tell him so for fear that pride and self-importance will take over, damaging his rapport with the audience. Do you feel one can maintain sincerity and continue to have a good rapport with associates and the audience once you have decided you're better than your peers. I've seen this new-found measure of power and a touch of fame take down some of the best performers. It's very difficult to stay at the top and keep these destructive feelings in check. What's your advice , "Do I tell the performer he's a ten or do I still dwell on the minute imperfections and details that could still improve his performance?
DarrylthenotsosureWizard
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Tom Cutts Staff Northern CA 5925 Posts |
As you appraoch perfection it receeds. If one knows this and the fact that being the best at something is just a label, one can keep their feet on the ground while striving to be the best.
There is always room for improvement. One day everyone meets their better. These are hard wisdoms to grasp and retain. |
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