5 TOP TIPS FOR BECOMING A SUPERSTAR IN YOUR PROFESSION)
(What Nollywoood taught me)
What makes a good Nollywood movie?Exactly the same elements that makes one sought after in any chosen craft.Imagine you have the capacity to produce your own movie, that will become a blockbuster…..where will you get the best hands to execute this dream……Nollywood!
Even though you probably don’t have the resources to hire the Nollywood pros ,from the Tunde kelanis to the Tade ogidans ,and the Genevieves including the Ramsey nouahs,the good news is that you can still use the Nollywood basic techniques to become a sought after star in your profession.
1.Start with a captivating title
You are reading this article because the article captures your attention.It sparked your desire about knowing what it takes to become a superstar in your craft.The title is the most important part of a movie, so is the headline the most important part of a newspaper or magazine. So how does this relate to your profession? What you choose to call yourself counts far more than what anybody calls you. Its a crowded market, choose to stand out and be outstanding.Gbenga Adeyinka calls himself Comedian of the federal republic(CFR), M.I calls himself Mister incredible.Create a captivating name that can sell your brand , the same way a captivating title sells a movie
2.Collaborate
Collaboration is mandatory in Nollywood and it can work for ‘Talentpreneurs’ and professionals.Greed often gets in the way of commonsense.Sometimes celebs in the music industry are featured in movies, while same applies to the movie industry too.You see an Omotola collaborating with a Ruggedman.It is better to collaborate and pick the brains of other pros in your industry.We are no longer in the age of competition, we are in the age of collaboration.Never underestimate the wisdom in the next person.I once collaborated with a colleague of mine to organize a seminar which both increased our cash flow.
3.Use scene changes
Nearly in every movie, the lead character gets into a challenge and runs into another.The movie literally moves from point to point maintaining interest by changing settings, focal points, and energy level. The biggest enemy of a ‘Talantpreneur is sameness. You have to adapt to prosper. I once appeared on a television for a political talkshow in order to share my views on the happenings in the nation’s political terrain. This also gave me the opportunity to share my expertise with the viewers. In this age and time, you’ve got to be able to adapt to change with the speed of light.
4.Provide a message
All great works of art have a message including movies. Explosions and car crashes are exciting but at the end the viewers will be left with a big so what? Beyond the blings and the glamorous packagng, what do you stand for?What message are you preaching through the platform your profession provides you.There is a message embedded in the beat of the music,there is a message in the wonderful portrait you just created, there is a message in the beautiful video concept you just got. You need to dig it out and amplify it.
5.Dress the part
So many people seem to forget a costume can either make or break a character in a movie. Same way a poor personal image can be detrimental to your brand. In the words of Eldee tha don:’You are a brand and a product, people place value on you by the way you present yourself ‘It is imperative to look like your solution because packaging enhances value.
I hope these few tips will help you become sought after in your profession.I will read your success story.
Kehinde Ajose is a Celebrity Talent development coach who helps individuals to turn their talents into a treasure and become sought after celebs in their professions.He is a nationally acclaimed syndicated columnist and the publisher of Talentplus….a publication geared towards helping talented people turn their ability to profitability. He is reachable @ splendidkenny01@yahoo.com or kehindeajose.blogspot.com
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