Will 2009 be the year you stop waiting for that 'big break' and start taking control of your own career?
''Tired of struggling to build a long term career in performing arts? You have come to the right website.''
John Byrne, Dear John columnist & career advisor to
The Stage Newspaper
From The X Factor to American Idol, Britain's Got Talent to all those TV searches for the ''Next West End Musical Star'' the promise of '15 minutes of Fame', is never far from our screens.
But despite what 'reality tv' would have you believe, there are always going to be far more performers looking for jobs than there are jobs available. Even for the few who do survive the ritual humiliation of the auditions and bootcamps, turning that short time in the spotlight into a long term career is a lot harder than it looks.
Thankfully, the picture of a performance career presented on primetime TV is a far cry from the reality. Yes, showbusiness is a competitive industry where success* is far from guaranteed, but if you have talent, commitment and common sense, you can greatly increase your chances of making it work on your own terms rather the whims of celebrity 'judges'. *What is ''success''? Click here for John's definition
Sadly, while there are many excellent courses which will help you to develop the artistic side of what you do, the equally vital skill of taking your talent and turning it into a sustainable business can still be very hard to find help with. This is what John Byrne has been helping performers do for years, and via this site, what he would like to help you do, too.
''Follow John's advice and 
you'll KNOW you're doing all the right things!''
Sheila Ferguson Million Selling Singer & West End Star
Book a personal Career Tune Up Session* with John and you'll go away with your own personal career plan complete with specific practical actions you can start taking right away to help you move your career forward in the most effective way.
If getting the right agent is one of your challenges, the popular and comprehensive Agent E-book will answer all your questions, and help you represent yourself effectively whether you are looking for work to attract agent attention, or aiming to build a successful career working on your own.
John Byrne has over 20 years of experience as a writer, broadcaster and performer in his own right and also as personal advisor to many successful entertainers, presenters and performers ranging from beginners to established artists. John is also the career advisor to The Stage newspaper and Young Performer magazine. Media appearances have included BBC TV and Radio, E4, Nickelodeon TV and Sky News. 
*There is a no risk guarantee for each first time session so you can decide for yourself if it is useful to your particular needs before authorising payment. Discount offer does not affect this guarantee.
To book a session or ask a question please email us at:
or call us on +44 7535 142728
Enjoy your visit!
Picture credit: Inside Moscow Bolshoi Ballet Photographed by Theefer, 10 April 2005