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Ambitious

185 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings

On Ambitious we discuss what it means to become an artist. Following along with Host, Julia Sjakovs, into the realities of the industry. She discusses life as an actor, model, and overall creative living in New York City in hopes to inspire others to chase what they love. Mapping out her journey with tips, special guests, and stories along the way.

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Accomplishments Mean Nothing

March 18, 2020 17:19 - 14 minutes - 20.4 MB

In todays episode I'm asking everyone to take their all accomplishments and keep them for the resume. This industry is so polluted with having to prove worthiness and value even after the audition room. I have sat through enough conversations where the only concern is to list out all their accomplishments. I think its time to stop the "One Up" culture. But how do we start being more aware of our need to compete when its not a competition ? I'll be discussing my most recent encounter like thi...

12 : Accomplishments Mean Nothing

March 18, 2020 17:19 - 14 minutes - 20.4 MB

In todays episode I'm asking everyone to take their all accomplishments and keep them for the resume. This industry is so polluted with having to prove worthiness and value even after the audition room. I have sat through enough conversations where the only concern is to list out all their accomplishments. I think its time to stop the "One Up" culture. But how do we start being more aware of our need to compete when its not a competition ? I'll be discussing my most recent encounter like thi...

The Current New York Situation

March 18, 2020 00:09 - 13 minutes - 18.2 MB

In todays episode,  I will be quickly sharing what is the current situation being a creative going through the Covid-19 pandemic in New York City. Hopefully I'll be giving some insight and give some ideas on keeping occupied in this self quarantine season. Although this has completely turned our world upside down, my hope is that we do not loose sight of the future. Things will get better and don't be afraid to ask for help! I'll be leaving information on foundations, programs, and resources...

11 : The Current New York Situation

March 18, 2020 00:09 - 13 minutes - 18.2 MB

In todays episode,  I will be quickly sharing what is the current situation being a creative going through the Covid-19 pandemic in New York City. Hopefully I'll be giving some insight and give some ideas on keeping occupied in this self quarantine season. Although this has completely turned our world upside down, my hope is that we do not loose sight of the future. Things will get better and don't be afraid to ask for help! I'll be leaving information on foundations, programs, and resources...

Episode 11 : The Current New York Situation

March 18, 2020 00:09 - 13 minutes - 18.2 MB

In todays episode,  I will be quickly sharing what is the current situation being a creative going through the Covid-19 pandemic in New York City. Hopefully I'll be giving some insight and give some ideas on keeping occupied in this self quarantine season. Although this has completely turned our world upside down, my hope is that we do not loose sight of the future. Things will get better and don't be afraid to ask for help! I'll be leaving information on foundations, programs, and resources...

Sex and Nudity in the Creative Industry

March 11, 2020 17:42 - 26 minutes - 36.6 MB

In todays episode, Kendra and I will be discussing nudity in the creative industry such as film, stage, photography, etc. We will touch on subjects such as being ostracized by our church, embracing the beauty of being men and women of confidence and the “taboo” subject of sex onstage. Would we take opportunity to do a sex / nude scene if it were to arise? Would you ?  For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/ TWITTER : @juli...

10 : Sex and Nudity in the Creative Industry

March 11, 2020 17:42 - 26 minutes - 36.6 MB

In todays episode, Kendra and I will be discussing nudity in the creative industry such as film, stage, photography, etc. We will touch on subjects such as being ostracized by our church, embracing the beauty of being men and women of confidence and the “taboo” subject of sex onstage. Would we take opportunity to do a sex / nude scene if it were to arise? Would you ?  For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/ TWITTER : @juli...

Episode 10 : Sex and Nudity in the Creative Industry

March 11, 2020 17:42 - 26 minutes - 36.6 MB

In todays episode, Kendra and I will be discussing nudity in the creative industry such as film, stage, photography, etc. We will touch on subjects such as being ostracized by our church, embracing the beauty of being men and women of confidence and the “taboo” subject of sex onstage. Would we take opportunity to do a sex / nude scene if it were to arise? Would you ?  For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/ TWITTER : @juli...

09: Top 3 Keynotes on Auditioning

March 04, 2020 12:28 - 17 minutes - 24.5 MB

In todays episode, I highlighted three major points I wanted to quickly target from workshopping the theme of Auditions. I will be discussing the importance of slates, knowing your type and giving some tips that hopefully you can incorporate into your next audition!   Never be afraid to shoot for the stars ladies and gents!  For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/ TWITTER : @juliasjakovs FACEBOOK : @heyjuliasjakovs Juli...

Top 3 Keynotes on Auditioning

March 04, 2020 12:28 - 17 minutes - 24.5 MB

In todays episode, I highlighted three major points I wanted to quickly target from workshopping the theme of Auditions. I will be discussing the importance of slates, knowing your type and giving some tips that hopefully you can incorporate into your next audition!   Never be afraid to shoot for the stars ladies and gents!  For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/ TWITTER : @juliasjakovs FACEBOOK : @heyjuliasjakovs Juli...

Episode 09: Top 3 Keynotes on Auditioning

March 04, 2020 12:28 - 17 minutes - 24.5 MB

In todays episode, I highlighted three major points I wanted to quickly target from workshopping the theme of Auditions. I will be discussing the importance of slates, knowing your type and giving some tips that hopefully you can incorporate into your next audition!   Never be afraid to shoot for the stars ladies and gents!  For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/ TWITTER : @juliasjakovs FACEBOOK : @heyjuliasjakovs Juli...

08 : YOUR Opinion Doesn't Matter

February 27, 2020 15:27 - 18 minutes - 25.8 MB

Hello you lovely, lovely humans of the internet. Welcome to another episode of Ambitious. I can't believe we're already on episode 8. Today I invited my friend Kendra Marie Smith into my conversation this week. We talk about over coming standards of beauty, artistry, and in just being a person in this society. We talk about getting boxed in by your faith and what it means to be a creative in this closed minded society. I would love to know what you're thoughts are on this discussion! For i...

Episode 08 : YOUR Opinion Doesn't Matter

February 27, 2020 15:27 - 18 minutes - 25.8 MB

Hello you lovely, lovely humans of the internet. Welcome to another episode of Ambitious. I can't believe we're already on episode 8. Today I invited my friend Kendra Marie Smith into my conversation this week. We talk about over coming standards of beauty, artistry, and in just being a person in this society. We talk about getting boxed in by your faith and what it means to be a creative in this closed minded society. I would love to know what you're thoughts are on this discussion! For i...

YOUR Opinion Doesn't Matter

February 27, 2020 15:27 - 18 minutes - 25.8 MB

Hello you lovely, lovely humans of the internet. Welcome to another episode of Ambitious. I can't believe we're already on episode 8. Today I invited my friend Kendra Marie Smith into my conversation this week. We talk about over coming standards of beauty, artistry, and in just being a person in this society. We talk about getting boxed in by your faith and what it means to be a creative in this closed minded society. I would love to know what you're thoughts are on this discussion! For i...

07 : Instagram is a Sham : Don't let anyone fool you

February 19, 2020 12:28 - 12 minutes - 17.7 MB

In todays episode, I wanted discuss the topic of social media, YOUR own personal enoughness and the pressure of perfectionism vs honesty. It has been on my mind for quite some time, as most things are, but I feel this can provide so much value to a heavy heart.  For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/ TWITTER : @juliasjakovs FACEBOOK : @heyjuliasjakovs Juliasjakovs.com

Instagram is a Sham : Don't let anyone fool you

February 19, 2020 12:28 - 12 minutes - 17.7 MB

In todays episode, I wanted discuss the topic of social media, YOUR own personal enoughness and the pressure of perfectionism vs honesty. It has been on my mind for quite some time, as most things are, but I feel this can provide so much value to a heavy heart.  For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/ TWITTER : @juliasjakovs FACEBOOK : @heyjuliasjakovs Juliasjakovs.com

Episode 07 : Instagram is a Sham : Don't let anyone fool you

February 19, 2020 12:28 - 12 minutes - 17.7 MB

In todays episode, I wanted discuss the topic of social media, YOUR own personal enoughness and the pressure of perfectionism vs honesty. It has been on my mind for quite some time, as most things are, but I feel this can provide so much value to a heavy heart.  For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/ TWITTER : @juliasjakovs FACEBOOK : @heyjuliasjakovs Juliasjakovs.com

STOP snoozing on Social Media

December 13, 2019 00:30 - 20 minutes - 27.9 MB

In todays episode we discuss the benefits of in social media as of 2019 and what platforms have shown me the most in return as an artist.  For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/ TWITTER : @juliasjakovs FACEBOOK : @heyjuliasjakovs Juliasjakovs.com

Episode 06 : STOP snoozing on Social Media

December 13, 2019 00:30 - 20 minutes - 27.9 MB

In todays episode we discuss the benefits of in social media as of 2019 and what platforms have shown me the most in return as an artist.  For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/ TWITTER : @juliasjakovs FACEBOOK : @heyjuliasjakovs Juliasjakovs.com

06 : STOP snoozing on Social Media

December 13, 2019 00:30 - 20 minutes - 27.9 MB

In todays episode we discuss the benefits of in social media as of 2019 and what platforms have shown me the most in return as an artist.  For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/ TWITTER : @juliasjakovs FACEBOOK : @heyjuliasjakovs Juliasjakovs.com

Podcasts You're Missing Out On

December 04, 2019 21:15 - 16 minutes - 23 MB

In todays episode, We discuss my go to podcasts I feel every creative should have in their repertoire. Each one has a unique importance in value as I find who I am as an artist and grow into myself-- That may just give the insight into your world too!   For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/ TWITTER : @juliasjakovs FACEBOOK : @heyjuliasjakovs Juliasjakovs.com Spoilers :  Matt D'Avella : The Ground Up Show  Podcast: htt...

Episode 05 : Podcasts You're Missing Out On

December 04, 2019 21:15 - 16 minutes - 23 MB

In todays episode, We discuss my go to podcasts I feel every creative should have in their repertoire. Each one has a unique importance in value as I find who I am as an artist and grow into myself-- That may just give the insight into your world too!   For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/ TWITTER : @juliasjakovs FACEBOOK : @heyjuliasjakovs Juliasjakovs.com Spoilers :  Matt D'Avella : The Ground Up Show  Podcast: htt...

05 : Podcasts You're Missing Out On

December 04, 2019 21:15 - 16 minutes - 23 MB

In todays episode, We discuss my go to podcasts I feel every creative should have in their repertoire. Each one has a unique importance in value as I find who I am as an artist and grow into myself-- That may just give the insight into your world too!   For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/ TWITTER : @juliasjakovs FACEBOOK : @heyjuliasjakovs Juliasjakovs.com Spoilers :  Matt D'Avella : The Ground Up Show  Podcast: htt...

04 : Everything Counts When You're Building Yourself Up

November 20, 2019 13:20 - 9 minutes - 12.9 MB

In Todays episode, we start with a brief discussion on values and how the things we prioritize will make a difference in the long run. Life is a journey and what you choose today can shape what your tomorrow could look like.  For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/ TWITTER : @juliasjakovs FACEBOOK : @heyjuliasjakovs Juliasjakovs.com

Everything Counts When You're Building Yourself Up

November 20, 2019 13:20 - 9 minutes - 12.9 MB

In Todays episode, we start with a brief discussion on values and how the things we prioritize will make a difference in the long run. Life is a journey and what you choose today can shape what your tomorrow could look like.  For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/ TWITTER : @juliasjakovs FACEBOOK : @heyjuliasjakovs Juliasjakovs.com

Episode 04 : Everything Counts When You're Building Yourself Up

November 20, 2019 13:20 - 9 minutes - 12.9 MB

In Todays episode, we start with a brief discussion on values and how the things we prioritize will make a difference in the long run. Life is a journey and what you choose today can shape what your tomorrow could look like.  For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/ TWITTER : @juliasjakovs FACEBOOK : @heyjuliasjakovs Juliasjakovs.com

Being A Creative Black Sheep

November 08, 2019 13:44 - 10 minutes - 14.7 MB

In this short segment we discuss choosing a creative route and how that can impact the dreaded "odd one out" syndrome. This is for the creatives that need some encouragement when it feels like they're alone on this journey.  For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/ TWITTER : @juliasjakovs FACEBOOK : @heyjuliasjakovs Juliasjakovs.com

03 : Being A Creative Black Sheep

November 08, 2019 13:44 - 10 minutes - 14.7 MB

In this short segment we discuss choosing a creative route and how that can impact the dreaded "odd one out" syndrome. This is for the creatives that need some encouragement when it feels like they're alone on this journey.  For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/ TWITTER : @juliasjakovs FACEBOOK : @heyjuliasjakovs Juliasjakovs.com

Episode 03 : Being A Creative Black Sheep

November 08, 2019 13:44 - 10 minutes - 14.7 MB

In this short segment we discuss choosing a creative route and how that can impact the dreaded "odd one out" syndrome. This is for the creatives that need some encouragement when it feels like they're alone on this journey.  For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/ TWITTER : @juliasjakovs FACEBOOK : @heyjuliasjakovs Juliasjakovs.com

What to Expect When Dating an Actor

November 02, 2019 18:25 - 34 minutes - 47.5 MB

In todays episode, we discuss what it means to be dating an actor and what to expect. Actors are a certain type of species so you may want to know what you're getting yourself into. We developed twelve points as well as our insights into our progression throughout our personal careers we are continuing to grow in NYC.  This podcast is featuring my good friend, Kendra Marie Smith which you can find here : FACEBOOK PAGE : @kendramarieartistry INSTAGRAM : @Kennykins96 Little Disclaimer : We...

Episode 02 : What to Expect When Dating an Actor

November 02, 2019 18:25 - 34 minutes - 47.5 MB

In todays episode, we discuss what it means to be dating an actor and what to expect. Actors are a certain type of species so you may want to know what you're getting yourself into. We developed twelve points as well as our insights into our progression throughout our personal careers we are continuing to grow in NYC.  This podcast is featuring my good friend, Kendra Marie Smith which you can find here : FACEBOOK PAGE : @kendramarieartistry INSTAGRAM : @Kennykins96 Little Disclaimer : We...

02 : What to Expect When Dating an Actor

November 02, 2019 18:25 - 34 minutes - 47.5 MB

In todays episode, we discuss what it means to be dating an actor and what to expect. Actors are a certain type of species so you may want to know what you're getting yourself into. We developed twelve points as well as our insights into our progression throughout our personal careers we are continuing to grow in NYC.  This podcast is featuring my good friend, Kendra Marie Smith which you can find here : FACEBOOK PAGE : @kendramarieartistry INSTAGRAM : @Kennykins96 Little Disclaimer : We...

Episode 01 Actors : Film Set Essentials

October 28, 2019 13:27 - 18 minutes - 25.7 MB

These are my top 10 essentials I have compiled for actors stepping onto a film set for the first time. What do you need that you may have over looked? These are the things I brought along with me onto my shoot dates working on a FX Network film series with more details coming soon! I hope you find some of these valuable.  Looking for the video mentioned : https://youtu.be/8VUNXvMphIU For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/...

Actors : Film Set Essentials

October 28, 2019 13:27 - 18 minutes - 25.7 MB

These are my top 10 essentials I have compiled for actors stepping onto a film set for the first time. What do you need that you may have over looked? These are the things I brought along with me onto my shoot dates working on a FX Network film series with more details coming soon! I hope you find some of these valuable.  Looking for the video mentioned : https://youtu.be/8VUNXvMphIU For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/...

01 Actors : Film Set Essentials

October 28, 2019 13:27 - 18 minutes - 25.7 MB

These are my top 10 essentials I have compiled for actors stepping onto a film set for the first time. What do you need that you may have over looked? These are the things I brought along with me onto my shoot dates working on a FX Network film series with more details coming soon! I hope you find some of these valuable.  Looking for the video mentioned : https://youtu.be/8VUNXvMphIU For inquiries: https://juliasjakovs.com/contact INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/theambitiouspodcast/...

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