With this blog, I share things about my worldview, for all to read and see, to enhance people's understanding of me and the world. Since I have an opinion and a big mouth, I strongly feel the need to speak up and out about things that are important to me, regardless of the risks I take to do so.
10 June 2014
In gratitude
I am
grateful for all those who helped and fought for me, past and present,
known and unknown. I shall return such kindnesses by paying it forward,
doing the same for others, to the best of my ability.
The Universe is trying to tell me something
Somehow
I think the universe is trying to tell me that there is way too much
change in my life already and my body, heart and soul can't absorb much
more right now. It's raising its stop sign.
(I'm not saying this to be defeatist, rather, to acknowledge the reality, that I'm trying to do too much too soon, and that change is a process that takes time. I've already rushed into two situations that I realize that I regret ever committing to, and don't feel like making this a pattern.)
(I'm not saying this to be defeatist, rather, to acknowledge the reality, that I'm trying to do too much too soon, and that change is a process that takes time. I've already rushed into two situations that I realize that I regret ever committing to, and don't feel like making this a pattern.)
06 June 2014
Blatant Racism in Cheektowaga NY
Girl, where is your mouth filter? Do you realize what's going to happen next? Are you prepared to deal with the repercussions of your actions? Are you really that stupid? And why did you have to poison your kids with your tirade?
However, at least this idiot was open about her racism, so we all know what an evil bitch she is.
03 June 2014
Fired or commended?
Actor Fired After Confronting Anti-Gay Heckler During CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF Performance; Says 'I'd Do It Again' (from Broadwayworld.com)
Instead of heckling, I would have walked out. If I was bothered by what I was seeing so much, why take it out on the actors, who are doing their job, and the rest of the audience, who probably have no problem with the show they were attending to see? Heckling is as bad as not putting one's phone on silent or off during a show. Where the hell were his manners? Instead of firing the actor, he should have been commended, as he reacted the way some actors have reacted when a cell phone goes off in the middle of their scene. Distractions are inappropriate in any type of theatre or performance.
Instead of heckling, I would have walked out. If I was bothered by what I was seeing so much, why take it out on the actors, who are doing their job, and the rest of the audience, who probably have no problem with the show they were attending to see? Heckling is as bad as not putting one's phone on silent or off during a show. Where the hell were his manners? Instead of firing the actor, he should have been commended, as he reacted the way some actors have reacted when a cell phone goes off in the middle of their scene. Distractions are inappropriate in any type of theatre or performance.
Getting away with erasing history
Central Government, if you think you can erase a major world event from the collective memory of your people, then you're delusional. We will still speak out and force you to remember Tiananmen. The world knows what you did.
These articles from CBC will serve as a testament of why it's important to keep remembering and reminding you, the Central Government, that you cannot erase the truth. Even if you tell your own people lies.
Erasing The Memory of Tiananmen
25 years after Tiananmen, many of China's youth don't know their history
These articles from CBC will serve as a testament of why it's important to keep remembering and reminding you, the Central Government, that you cannot erase the truth. Even if you tell your own people lies.
Erasing The Memory of Tiananmen
25 years after Tiananmen, many of China's youth don't know their history
NEVER DO THIS TO A PERSPECTIVE EMPLOYER (Shawna Welter/shawnaleigh1d@gmail.com)
Follow this chain of emails. Another winning job enquiry from someone who has the resources to make a good impression, but failed miserably.
From: Drew
Sent: Thursday, May 29, 2014 12:45 PM
To: Shawna Welter
Sent: Thursday, May 29, 2014 12:45 PM
To: Shawna Welter
Subject: Re: Internships
Dear Shawna -- and sister,
Apparently you have
missed the point about applying for internships. They are for getting
real world experience and education by professionals who are working in
the industry. I personally, have had 25+ years
of instructing, coaching and mentoring individuals in various settings
-- retail, entertainment in its various aspects, and legal. So, yes, as a
professional, I am qualified to give feedback and advice.
One of the things we do for our interns is to help
them sell themselves and their talents. We also do this for those who
are starting out and reached out, just like you have, and we are one of
the few in the business in Orlando that will
actually take the time to proffer feedback. Lashing out because I had
called you out on a few important details on how oneself should present
themselves professionally is totally inappropriate. Either say "Thank
you for your time" or not respond at all. The last response
just shows your maturity level and how one deals with rejection, which
is rather unpalatable.
Being a first timer to
the internship hunt is no excuse for a) not knowing how to search for
internships, and b) displaying such behavior and responses to our
feedback. You, Shawna, should have used the many
resources available at your disposal to learn how to brand and market
yourself effectively.
Which leads me to my
next point: Watch carefully what you say and how it is said. Reviewing
who this email was sent to, my business partners and I know either on a
personal or professional level many of the
recipients that you had sent your initial email of enquiry to. What
you did in response to our feedback, in the eyes of many in the
entertainment industry, is career suicide, as we do talk. And you have
no idea if and to whom emails get forwarded.
Personal attacks on
with your opinion as to how we present ourselves as a company and a
business, are totally inappropriate. Again, I repeat, if you didn't
like the response, then either say "Thank you for your time." or
not respond at all.
Finally, you are not
only representing yourself, you are also representing the school you are
attending. This not only reflects on you, it reflects upon your
instructors, your program and your school. You
might have spoiled it for your colleagues and classmates who are also
trying to get internships.
Think carefully about
the points I have made. No response required or requested. After
carefully considering your email, my response should suffice for closure
of this matter.
Drew
On Thu, May 29, 2014 at 1:28 AM, Shawna Welter <shawnaleigh1d@gmail.com> wrote:
Drew,
Thank you for taking
the time to provide me with the gift of feedback. The e-mail was
beautifully crafted, truly. I would expect nothing less from a creative
individual at AEO Studios. A greater testament to
your studio's repertoire, however, is your company website. Was that
also a product of your own design? It is impressive, to say the least.
If a website like that does not "project a professional image", I don't
know what does. Sure, it reeks of 1997, but
hey! If it ain't broke, don't fix it.
Before you condemn me,
you should probably know that this is not Shawna speaking, but her
older sister, a professional web developer. Allow me to offer you the
"gift of feedback", no charge. You should really
tidy up your own online presence before you offer unsolicited advice to
college freshmen about the biz. Many words came to mind when I saw your
site, but "professional" was not one of them. As a studio whose primary
business is design and special effects -
in other words, VISUALS - your site should be VISUALLY appealing, don't
you think? As it stands now, the site does nothing for the studio's
credibility. Had I seen your site before my sister contacted you, I
would have told her not to waste her time.
Forgive me, Drew; I'm
just blowing off steam. I know you were probably just trying to help.
Shawna's just getting started, and she's allowed to be unprofessional
for a little while. Next time, leave the advising
to her professors. Just answer her questions, or don't reply at all.
Best,
Shawna's Big Sister
PS - I'm serious about the website. It's gross. You should really tell someone.
On Wed, May 28, 2014 at 11:33 PM, wrote:
Shawna,
Thank you for your enquiry. Here is some important information that you need to know in order to land that ideal internship:
Do your research:
Sending a mass email to assorted people says that you know nothing about
each individual company that you are making enquiries, which means you
didn't make the effort to fine tune your search,
therefore making you look either lazy or desperate. Had you done your
research about us, you would discover that we are a Special FX studio
that caters to various elements of the entertainment industry, that we
do not accept unsolicited submissions for interns,
but if you choose to submit yourself, to send pertinent information by
snail mail.
Contacting perspective
internship opportunities: Sending a mass email is also
unprofessional. Any enquiries should be catered to that specific
company with the following in your correspondence: what you know
about the company, why you want to work with that company, your career
goals, how your skills, education, and experience can benefit that
company, and how we can benefit from what you offer. If you are going
to solicit for opportunities by email, at least
have a list of credits and a sampling of work product attached to the
email so we can decide for ourselves if you are worth approaching.
Finally, no one needs to know who else you contacted, as that can
potentially lead to lots of drama, as there are rivalries
in the industry and there are people out there that do love to bad
mouth their enemies. You don't need to know that, nor should you be
subject to that.
It is rare in the
industry to receive honest and fair feedback, and most likely this email
would end up deleted or in the trash can. We feel that it is important
that people understand how to be professional
and how to project that image, so we are taking the time to give you
the gift of feedback.
Thank you for your interest. We wish you luck in your search.
Very Truly Yours,
Drew
On Wed, May 28, 2014 at 3:14 PM, Shawna Welter <shawnaleigh1d@gmail.com> wrote:
Hello!
My name is Shawna
Welter, I'm a student at Valencia College, and I was wondering if you
offer film internships? What exactly do they consist of, and what other
information would I need to know to possibly work
with you all? Thank you!
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