The Biggest Misconceptions About Networking (and Why Most Actors Are Doing It All Wrong)
The truth about building industry relationships that actually lead to roles
👋 Hey, I’m Christine. I’m an award-winning actress, industry consultant, and entertainment insider with decades of experience in global film, TV, and theater. My work has been featured by major networks like HBO, Disney, and Ubisoft, and I’ve built a career helping actors gain visibility, land roles, and position themselves for long-term success.
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Behind The Line
You’ve heard it a thousand times: “It’s all about who you know.”
But what if I told you that 90% of actors are completely misinterpreting what that actually means?
From awkward follow-up messages after panels to generic DMs that get instantly deleted, most actors are approaching networking with the wrong mindset—and it’s costing them real opportunities.
That’s not networking. That’s noise.
Let’s break down the biggest myths actors are still clinging to—and what the industry elite actually do to build powerful, career-changing relationships.