Happy Thursday, guys and girls!

I thought I'd check in with all of you to see how your week is coming along. I hope you're enjoying it so far!

As for the topic of this post, I wanted to share some thoughts about the topic of "uncertainty." 

For me, this year acting-wise has been quite a roller-coaster ride of uncertainty!  Now, as I've written about many times on Behind the Sign, the entire industry of entertainment can be quite uncertain at all times.  It is constantly changing and can be very overwhelming!

A massive reason for the uncertainty that I, along with many actors, have experienced this year has to do with SAG-AFTRA (the actor's union) commercial work (which I do quite a lot of) and the fact that an incredible amount of this union work is now going "non-union," meaning that commercial actors who are a part of SAG-AFTRA are unable to work those jobs.  This creates a huge hardship financially for many, many actors.  And as many of my actor friends who are reading this know, "non-union" work is rarely very profitable. And there are no regulations on set for actors who are working a non-union job.  In other words, "non-union" sucks.  

Because so much "union" work has gone away very quickly, many actors (myself included) have been left feeling nervous and without an idea of what the next steps will be for our industry.  Talk about uncertainty!

BUT, as I have mentioned many times, "uncertainty" can actually be a massive motivator for you, IF you utilize it to push you forward.  

For example, when I began to see what was happening with so many advertisers opting to go "non-union" for commercial productions, I immediately became involved.  I wanted to do as much as I possibly could to help stop what was happening with union work going non-union.  And the result of the uncertainty that we've seen has been a massive response from concerned performers who are banning together in order to work to raise awareness of this issue.

I will talk more and more about this in the coming weeks, but I wanted to utilize this post as an example that in the midst of a very uncertain time, there is always something that we can do as individuals to take a stand for what we believe in.  

Especially in today's day and age, with so much craziness happening around the world, we all need to get involved and stand up for what we feel is right.  

Turn uncertainty into action, and you will eliminate fear.

Lots of Love!

​Jesse x 

Guys and girls!  Happy Tuesday!

My video today has a theme centered around living it up in this moment.  Things can change in the blink of an eye.  Let's appreciate what we have, while we have it.

Here's the video, please let me know your thoughts! 

(BENICE the cat/tiger/lion says hi!)

Jesse xx

Hey guys and girls!  HOW THE HECK IS IT JUNE?! 

I'm honestly shocked about that.  And not only is it June, but we're already well into the first week of the month!  That means that we're about half way through 2018.  And that is seriously crazy.  By the way, June is also PRIDE MONTH and Alzheimer's Awareness Month.  These are two incredibly important topics that are very dear to my heart!  Let's raise as much awareness about these issues as possible.    

So, now that we're into the 6th month of the year, it's a good time to check in with your goals and your plan on how to achieve them. 

As we talk about often on my YouTube Channel, even doing just one thing every single day toward your goals will help you to reach them.  Having a vision board to constantly look at will help to motivate you to stay on track, too!      

Today, make a list on paper or on your smartphone of the goals that you have been working toward this year.  Give yourself some well deserved credit for the achievements that you've made so far and and set a plan to tackle the goals that you haven't accomplished just yet. 

Setting tangible and clear goals is very helpful, and remember to take one step at a time when working toward your goals.  Even a small step will lead you one little step closer to making a goal or dream your reality.

Lots of Love,

Jesse x

Happy Sunday guys and girls!

I hope you had a great weekend and celebrated responsibly for Cinco De Mayo!  

All has been good with me, and I actually took it pretty easy for the holiday!  Guys and girls, as many of you know I've been super busy working on my little Amazon business selling my "Focus on Love" iPhone Wallet Cases!  (Here's the link!) 

I wanted to quickly say thank you soo much for your support with ordering the little cases and I've been blown away at the amount of people who have ordered one!  Ever since starting my accounts on social media, my goal has been so share love around to as many people as possible, and with the iPhone cases, we can collectively do this together.  So awesome!

(And if you don't have an iPhone, you can find literally any other Focus on Love item here on Society6!!)

Let's continue to Focus on Love, friends!!

Jesse

What's up guys and girls!! OK, so as some of you know by now, I officially have launched my Amazon business!  Woooooo!!

It was honestly a massive process to get everything done haha - but it was a lot of fun! 

(I talk more about it in this video.) 

I am selling the iPhone 6/7/8 case that you see in the photo here!  It is a motivational case with a beach scene (of course, because I love the beach!).

I will be donating a small portion of profits to organizations like Surfrider Foundation to help keep our oceans and beaches clean!

For all of my actor friends out there who are reading this, starting an online business can be a great idea to supplement income in between gigs.  Yesss, it's a lot of work, but, actors are used to that because being an actor is also extremely entrepreneurial!  So, you can do it!!

Here's the link to my iPhone cases! 

​ I hope you'll grab one and share love everywhere you go!!

Jesse x 

Happy Friday guys and girls :)

I wanted to touch base with all of you and give you a quick "Daley" update! ;)

I'm about to release a little product in my new Amazon Business and it will be available starting this weekend!!  I don't want to give away too much as of yet, (because I love suspense ha!)  but I think that this product will make some of you smile, and that is my goal.  

I will keep you updated on everything via my Instagram, Twitter and YouTube!
(AND I just posted another video on YouTube this morning!)


Talk soon and Focus on Love ;)

Jesse 

Happy Thursday guys and girls!

Signing with a good talent agent is super important for actors.  I wrote this article a couple of years ago which will help you to write a cover letter to a talent agent.  (Here's the link.)

AND - if you are an actor and need some help with writing a cover letter, please let me know.  I can write the letter for you!  (Click here for more details about this!)

PS - This weekend my product will be available on Amazon.com!  More details to come...

LOTS OF LOVE,


Jesse 

What's up friends!  Happy Wednesday!

As you know, this blog is meant to inspire you every single day.  And today's message revolves around moving forward, one step at a time.  

I'm sitting and writing this post from my little apartment in Hollywood (as I affectionately refer to as "Daley Planet on my YouTube Channel!) and I cannot actually believe that I've been living and working in this crazy-yet-awesome city for so many years now! 

Many of you - my amazing readers - have been with me (via social media especially!) throughout my journey here in L.A. And while this journey has been insanely cool - there have been lots of ups and downs.  (I detail many of them in my book, which is available worldwide here!)    

BUT, through it all, I've always kept moving forward, one step at a time.  And that is the key to success. 

YES, there are other aspects that factor into play when it comes to being "successful,"  however, as  motivational speaker Tony Robbins explains, happiness and success really comes down to one word, "progress."  

If you are moving forward each and every day, trying your best, then you're making progress.  And you should consider yourself to be very successful.   

It is soooo important to give yourself credit every single day and looking at your progress.  

We're only on this ride of life one time.  We don't wake up one day and become "successful."  Success, in my opinion, really involves the little choices that we make every day.  This involves following our hearts, being true to ourselves, treating others with kindness and taking steps toward our goals (no matter how small the step might be). 

Keep making progress, friends :) 

PS - My Amazon Business will be up and running this weekend!  Woooooo :D Please keep an eye out x 

Jesse  

Smile often, as it just may help to brighten many people's day! 
Live it up and love it up! 

Happy Monday guys and girls :)  I hope you had a wonderful weekend! 

I wanted to write a quick post here reminding all of you that it is vital to keep your eyes on the PRIZE.  The "prize" is YOUR goal; your dream.  

It can be super tough to do this, especially during times that are challenging; whether it be a physical, emotional or financial challenge that you're facing.  What is important to remember is that life is a ride, and it's always going up and down.  And we only get one ride (as far as we know!). Learning to find something to be happy about every single day will allow you to enjoy your journey, through the ups and the downs.  

So, when we have a day that's tough, we must remember to stay totally focused on what we are working towards.  Most of all, we need to remember our "WHY," meaning the reason why we are doing what we're doing.  What is the purpose of your work?  What are you doing it for, and who are you doing it for?

For example, as an actor I've lived through an incredibly uncertain career path, and it has not been easy.  (I detail a lot about this in my book, "An Aversion to the Definitive.")

That said, I wouldn't change anything, including the times that have been tough, because I've had the opportunity to meet so many wonderful individuals and learn so much about who I am.  The journey into the arts has allowed me to be creative and always keep moving forward.  Keeping my "WHY" at the front of my mind has always pushed me forward.  

Stay focused, friends.  And let's share love wherever we go.  (Here's a link to a video with a perfect example of this!)  

Talk soon!  (And stay tuned for my Amazon biz details!!) :D 

Jesse x