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Sep 9, 2018
Crazy Rich Asians
Sep 9, 2018

As an actor, I can also attest to the lack of opportunities for Asian Americans in Hollywood. I see it at casting sessions. It’s such an uncommon occurrence for me to see Asian American actors at casting sessions that every time it happens, I am very cognizant of the fact that it is happening.

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Sep 9, 2018
Sep 2, 2018
How To Handle Rejection (Part 4) The Rejection That Makes You Ask The Tough Questions
Sep 2, 2018

96% of writers seeking representation for their books are rejected. And only a percentage of those who land book agents actually publish their books.

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Sep 2, 2018
Aug 19, 2018
How To Handle Rejection (Part 3) The Rejection That Reveals A Growth Step
Aug 19, 2018

I’ve applied for 14 fellowships during the last three years. Yep, 14. I’ve been rejected from 14 fellowships during the last three years. Yep, 14!

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Aug 19, 2018
Aug 12, 2018
How To Handle Rejection (Part 2) - The Rejection That Embarrasses You
Aug 12, 2018

I decided to go for it. It would be a challenge, but I would do it. I outlined my article and wrote it at a snail’s pace. This process took several hours over the course of a few days. The work was tedious, but I was determined. After I finished it, I revised it again and again. Finally I submitted it, proud of myself for doing something that felt arduous at first. Then the editor’s notes came…


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Aug 12, 2018
Aug 5, 2018
How To Handle Rejection (Part 1) The Rejection That Reveals Your Inexperience
Aug 5, 2018

We’ve all seen the familiar story of the nerdy boy who asks the most popular girl in school (whom he’s tutoring) out on a date, right before the hunky football player puts his arm around her in the hallway? Well that was me, sorta.

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Aug 5, 2018
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