56. MAKE LOVE TO THE CAMERA

Do you ever wonder why some actors get $10 million for a movie while others only get union rates? Ever look at a fashion magazine and say, “Wow, what a great photo!” The image really connects you with that person. Did you ever look at a painting and actually feel the emotion in it? Did you ever feel as though you were part of a movie when, really, you were sitting on your couch eating popcorn in your pajamas? You become emotionally invested in the characters even though you knew it was just a movie. Why and how does this happen?

This happens because actors are professionals. They know how to transfer their emotions via the camera to the audience. You need to do the same during your digital interviews. You need to be ...

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