Luke Xiang’s Post

Hollywood teaches you fast — or it eats you alive. When I first stepped into the industry, I learned the hard way. Don’t make the same mistakes I did. Here are 5 habits that are guaranteed to make life harder: 1. Getting Distracted by the Glamour Hollywood’s allure can easily pull you away from your true goals. Chasing fame and success for the wrong reasons leads to: Losing focus on your core mission Burning out on projects that don’t matter Failing to define what success truly means for you Stay grounded in your purpose and avoid chasing distractions. 2. Losing Touch with Your Audience It’s easy to get caught up in Hollywood, but ignoring your audience comes first. When you fail to connect: You lose your loyal following Your message becomes less impactful You stop growing your influence Stay in touch with your audience, and build relationships that last. 3. Failing to Leverage Technology for Impact Hollywood isn’t just about the big screen — it’s about expanding through tech. If you don’t use technology to your advantage: You limit your impact You miss out on new opportunities You struggle to keep up with the changing landscape Embrace tech to amplify your reach and your impact. 4. Chasing Every Opportunity Without Purpose Hollywood offers countless opportunities, but not all are worth pursuing. By saying yes to everything, you risk: Spreading yourself too thin Losing sight of your true goals Wasting time on projects that don’t align with your values Be selective about the opportunities you take on. 5. Letting Hollywood Change Who You Are Hollywood may push you to change, but staying true to yourself is key. When you lose your authentic vibe: You become just another face in the crowd Your work loses its uniqueness You alienate the people who resonate with the real you Stay true to your vibe — it’s your most valuable asset.