Acting Quote by Kurt Fuller
“Harold Ramis really got my career going and was a friend for a long time. I was doing a play in L.A., and he came to see it a few times and recommended me to Ivan Reitman for Ghostbusters 2. Six months later, I quit real estate and was acting for good, and it was really because Harold took an interest in me and made a phone call and did stuff that people don't usually do, even if they like somebody.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Magazine feature on Kurt Fuller, 2021
Harold Ramis mentored him, leading to a career shift from real estate to acting after a personal recommendation.
In simple terms: A mentor’s help changed his career path from real estate to acting.
Key Takeaway
Seek mentors who actively advocate for you.
Themes
career
mentorship
networking
opportunity
Mood
grateful
inspired
Type
career
mentor
When to use this quote
- acting auditions
- industry introductions
- leveraging mentorship for job change
Key Concepts
industry connections
personal advocacy
career pivots
Questions to Reflect On
- Who can you mentor for you now?
- How can you pay forward that support?
A Different Perspective
Relying on a single mentor can be risky if not diversified.
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