''As MY BIG FAT GREEK WEDDING 2 hits the theaters, Smart Girls’ is thrilled to have the actress, producer and Academy Award nominated screenwriter Nia Vardalos share her experiences for young women in the film industry.
The truth is I broke into the industry. As in, smashed through the brick wall… because I was not invited in. In fact, I was often told to go away. I mentor writers now, and the one thing I always say is: don’t wait for the phone to ring with a job offer. Call yourself.
Against all odds, I broke into an industry that had told me loud and clear I didn’t belong. Be bold. Work together … and hire each other.
The best thing I learned is to stop trying to fit in. I am most happy when I am being myself, not worrying what people think about me. Yes, it’s hard to do. But it works.
(Below is an excerpt from Nia Vardalos’ 2013 New York Times bestseller INSTANT MOM)...''
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