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Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 10h

That Hollywood meeting you're nervous about? Flip the script: they WANT you to be great. They're hoping you'll be the writer who solves their problems. When you realize they're rooting for your success, anxiety transforms into your secret weapon.
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Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 1d

I coach writers who are ready to reach the next step in their career — are you one of them? Check out my services:

Coaching — Carole Kirschner

www.carolekirschner.com

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Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 1d

Working writers: start practicing delegation mindset now, before you’re a showrunner. Learn which battles are worth fighting in the room and which decisions you can trust to others. The writers who understand this early set themselves up for leadership success later.
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Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 1d

Hi Rhona! Unfortunately, registration has closed for this course, but keep an eye out... more will be announced in the future! In the meantime, if you're interested in coaching or my other course, please see the links below:
www.carolekirschner.com/coaching
www.carolekirschner.com/courses-book

Coaching — Carole Kirschner

www.carolekirschner.com

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Tammy @tlowrites.bsky.social · 2d

Looking for a manager? 👇🏻

Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 2d

Struggling with what to say in a manager inquiry email?

Here’s how to stand out and make them remember you.

Learn how to tell your story in 60 seconds in my free e-book: www.carolekirschner.com/telling-your...

#ScriptSky #WritersNetwork #Filmmaking #Screenwriting #WritingCommunity #WritersLife

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Janet Elizabth Swainston - Swanie Prod. Ltd. @swanieprods.bsky.social · 2d

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Here you go everyone, Carole lays out easy peasy on how to query a manager.

She crawled so we could fly.

Thanks Carole.

Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 2d

Struggling with what to say in a manager inquiry email?

Here’s how to stand out and make them remember you.

Learn how to tell your story in 60 seconds in my free e-book: www.carolekirschner.com/telling-your...

#ScriptSky #WritersNetwork #Filmmaking #Screenwriting #WritingCommunity #WritersLife

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Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 2d

Struggling with what to say in a manager inquiry email?

Here’s how to stand out and make them remember you.

Learn how to tell your story in 60 seconds in my free e-book: www.carolekirschner.com/telling-your...

#ScriptSky #WritersNetwork #Filmmaking #Screenwriting #WritingCommunity #WritersLife

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Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 2d

After reading thousands of TV writing program submissions, I've noticed a pattern: the samples that stand out aren't just technically perfect—they're authentically personal. Writers who succeed bring their unique perspective to universal themes.
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Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 6d

After working with hundreds of emerging writers, I've noticed something: those who see managers as partners rather than saviors tend to find representation that actually moves their careers forward.
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Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 7d

Here's the cruel irony of being a writer: success creates a trap. When you write something great and get praise, your brain learns "great writing = I'm good." Which means the opposite becomes true too: "bad writing = I'm bad." Suddenly every blank page is a referendum on your worth.
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Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 8d

But how do I talk about myself without sounding desperate or arrogant?" This is the #1 question I get from writers. That's why I created a free guide that breaks it down step by step. Download "Telling Your Story in 60 Seconds" and transform how you present yourself. Link in bio.
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Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 8d

That's great to hear, Stephen!

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Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 9d

Writers, we need to talk about this myth that writing is a solitary profession. The truth? Behind every "breakthrough" writer is usually a small group of peers who kept them sane, gave them honest feedback, and refused to let them quit when rejections piled up.
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Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 9d

Great insight, John! Thank you.

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John Rogers @johnrogers.bsky.social · 12d

As I explained the other day, there is no such thing as "you made it" in Hollywood. There is just "so, I guess this was *not* my last year in the business. phew."

Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 12d

That nasty little voice telling you everyone else has it figured out while you're struggling? It visits every writer I know—even the ones with Emmy awards. Remember this: behind every "overnight success" is years of showing up, making connections, and battling self-doubt.
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Janet Elizabth Swainston - Swanie Prod. Ltd. @swanieprods.bsky.social · 12d

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Hands up those who’ve never heard that nasty little voice.

Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 12d

That nasty little voice telling you everyone else has it figured out while you're struggling? It visits every writer I know—even the ones with Emmy awards. Remember this: behind every "overnight success" is years of showing up, making connections, and battling self-doubt.
#scriptsky

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Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 12d

That nasty little voice telling you everyone else has it figured out while you're struggling? It visits every writer I know—even the ones with Emmy awards. Remember this: behind every "overnight success" is years of showing up, making connections, and battling self-doubt.
#scriptsky

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Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 13d

Your answer to "How are you?" doesn't need to be Hollywood-focused. "I've been taking morning walks and it's changed my energy" is often more engaging than any industry story. Authenticity beats performance every time.
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Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 14d

Your authentic voice IS your competitive advantage in cover letters. Don't hide it behind templates or industry-speak. The goal isn't to tell your whole story in the opening - it's to make decision-makers want to keep reading.
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Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 15d

I can usually tell within the first 5 minutes if someone’s going to make it in Hollywood.

Want to know the strategies Hollywood insiders rely on? Download The Real Hollywood Playbook: www.carolekirschner.com/the-real-hol...

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Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 15d

You're not behind on your deadline because you're a bad writer. You're behind because you're human, and humans sometimes get overwhelmed. The solution isn't to become less human—it's to work WITH your humanity instead of against it.
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Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 15d

100% true, Tom!

Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 15d

Exactly! Couldn't agree more, Brett.

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Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 16d

Hollywood is a small town disguised as a big city. That "harmless" lie about your credits or connections? Someone always knows someone who knows the truth. And when they find out, your reputation is toast. Build your career on solid ground.
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Carole Kirschner @carolekirschner.bsky.social · 19d

I've never been more proud to be associated with the Writers Guild of America.

Writers Guild of America West @wgawest.bsky.social · 21d

WGA Statement on ABC’s Decision to Pull Jimmy Kimmel Live!

The right to speak our minds and to disagree with each other - to disturb, even - is at the very heart of what it means to be a free people. It is not to be denied. Not by violence, not by the abuse of governmental power, nor by acts of corporate cowardice.
As a Guild, we stand united in opposition to anyone who uses their power and influence to silence the voices of writers, or anyone who speaks in dissent. If free speech applied only to ideas we like, we needn't have bothered to write it into the Constitution. What we have signed on to - painful as it may be at times - is the freeing agreement to disagree.
Shame on those in government who forget this founding truth. As for our employers, our words have made you rich.
Silencing us impoverishes the whole world.
The WA stands with Jimmy Kimmel and his writers.

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