Picture 5Native Texan Farrah Fawcett passed away. Like many TV personalities she appeared headed for bigger things. Her performances in Extremeties and The Burning Bed were well received. She later appeared with Robert Duval in his production of The Apostle. But the big time of movies proved elusive. 

I saw those TV films and she was quite good. So why did Sandra Bullock and Julia Roberts later succeed where Farrach did not?  Well the latter did not really begin on television, that seems to always be part of the equation.  james Garner is one of the only tv stars that seemed able to move between the tv and movies. 

My point is this. There is no guarantee.  When success appears just so close it may be so far away. 

It is up to you to manage your career.  finishing your degree and attaining a certification are important first steps. Do not delay, take this seriously.

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    Marcos E.

    This is a good metaphor to encourage your students. With as deep as this semester has gone or in any educational situation,encouragement is always helpful even when never asked for. Blogs like this also help us refocus our thoughts and remotivate us for tomorrow. Thank you Professor Elam.

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