Why Persistence Wins Out in HollywoodActor and musician Ryan Ochoa shares his thoughts on why persistence is an essential component for succeeding in the competitive entertainment industry.

ByDavid Meltzer

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Actor and musician Ryan Ochoa provides insights on how to make it in Hollywood, the importance of having the right support system and the best way for artists to handle rejection.

Ochoa andThe Playbookhost David Meltzer discuss a range of topics including the similarities between the competitive sports and entertainment industries, how to build a personal brand that appeals to people of all ages and making the most of your platform by giving back to your fans. The pair also talk about establishing a legacy for yourself and your family, as well as what it means to do things the right way.

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David Meltzer

Entrepreneur Leadership Network® Writer

Co-Founder of Sports 1 Marketing, Speaker, Author and Business Coach

David Meltzer, co-founder of Sports 1 Marketing and host of Entrepreneur's podcast, “The Playbook”, is a Top 100 Business Coach, global public speaker and three-time international best-selling author who has been honored by Variety as “Sports Humanitarian of the Year”.

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