{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/66ba31613889f01ccfcc0a1c/6a0cf82e4c1aeb32e730f129?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"32. Defy The Cult of Average w/ DaJuan Johnson","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/66ba31613889f01ccfcc0a1c/1779233994337-de6e2934-7d41-4402-8f13-c27bb245bc1c.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Are you stuck worrying about what other actors or industry folks think? Have you heard of the \"cult of average\"?</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you're booking your first TV role, navigating the audiobook world, or need a jolt of inspiration for your next self-tape, this episode of The Global Actor Podcast is here to help you break through self-imposed limitations and start thinking bigger about your creative career.</p><p>Join Elise and acclaimed actor/coach DaJuan Johnson (Bosch, NCIS, Origins, Electric Bloom) for an energizing and candid conversation full of real talk, actionable habits, and mindset shifts. DaJuan and Elise go deep with&nbsp; practical ways to:</p><ul><li>Build and celebrate momentum (no matter where you’re starting)&nbsp;</li><li>Using self-tapes as a tool for freedom — not frustration</li><li>Navigate rejection and investing in your growth — internally and externally</li></ul><p>And remember to: </p><p>✅ Celebrate every win, big or small&nbsp; </p><p>✅ Show up for your own process — and choose your community wisely&nbsp; </p><p>✅ Take smart, concrete action outside your comfort zone</p><p>Let this episode help unlock your next big win.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Links: </p><p>https://</p><p>Struggling to Book? DaJuan's Self-Tape Playbook Could Be Your Answer!  Get It Here ---&gt; <a href=\"http://www.selftapeplaybook.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\">www.selftapeplaybook.com</a>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Instagram <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/thinkbiggercoaching\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@thinkbiggercoaching</a></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with us on IG <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/theglobalactor/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@theglobalactor</a></p><p><br></p><p>The Global Actor Podcast is brought to you in large part by sustaining contributions from our amazing Patreon Supporters; Thank you, thank you! Special Shoutout to Creative Powerhouses: Darcey Rhoads, Helene McCardle, James Reitz, Joe Knapp, Lori Holt, Maria Makis, Patrick Tokarz, Philip Estrin, Rachael Warren-Allen, Roodley Dorleans, and Shelley Philips who are supporting at our highest level. Thank you, we are so grateful for you!&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Grow in community with us! If you’re listening to this and want to go deeper into the podcast content and explore behind-the-scenes adventures, we’d love to invite you into our patreon community! Our next Celebration &amp; Intentions event is Friday, June 12, 2026. Join us at <a href=\"https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheGlobalActor\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheGlobalActor</a></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Elise Arsenault"}