10,000 NOs

Matthew Del Negro
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10,000 NOs

Actor Matthew Del Negro (The Sopranos, The West Wing, Scandal) describes his career as being told "No" for a living. Here, he gets up close and personal with top-shelf folks from all walks of life about the 10,000 "No" s they've had to endure and struggles they've had to overcome on their journey to where they are today. Inspiring, raw, honest and funny, this podcast will help you see that the people you think have "got it made" put their pants on one leg at a time, just like you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 2D AGO

    You're Great... And You Can Be Better!

    "I think we need to do a better job of assessing our pros and cons. Sure, you have cons. Sure, maybe you were too big on that one tape. And you did this or that. But you're great also. You're great... and you can be better!" Today’s episode was ripped directly from one of our 10,000 NOs Working Actors Community weekly zooms where Matt addresses the challenges that face our members. Today, we discuss how we evaluate ourselves and how to reframe our perceived troubles. It's not about what happens, but more so how we view what happens. We can tailor our self talk to not speak against ourselves in order to put us in a position to succeed. A simple reframe can often serve us in the long run. 10,000 NOs is here to inspire you and help you realize you are not alone if you’re battling to overcome rejection in your career or life. So, if you’re an actor, writer or filmmaker and you like what you hear in the snippets from our Working Actors Community zooms enough to want to be a part of it, CLICK HERE. Remember, “failure” is just opportunity in disguise, and you can flip the script to make your setbacks serve you. SHOW LINKS: 10,000 NOs: THE BOOK SUBSCRIBE TO OUR (WEEKLY) NEWSLETTER FOLLOW MATT ON SOCIAL FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN JOIN THE WORKING ACTORS COMMUNITY

    7 min

  2. MAR 24

    Dare To Show People Your Mess

    "It used to be I'm good over here and I'm not telling you what I suck about because I don't want you to know that I suck-- Because I'm too embarrassed. And it's like, OK then you're going to keep sucking in a worse and worse way." Today’s episode was ripped directly from one of our 10,000 NOs Working Actors Community weekly zooms where Matt addresses the challenges that face our members. Today, we talk about delegating in order to become more efficient and effective in our lives. Sometimes we need to lay it all out there and address our problems head on. It's important to be honest with ourselves about what we are good at and what we need help with. Although it can be scary to do so, it allows us to grow and reap the rewards. 10,000 NOs is here to inspire you and help you realize you are not alone if you’re battling to overcome rejection in your career or life. So, if you’re an actor, writer or filmmaker and you like what you hear in the snippets from our Working Actors Community zooms enough to want to be a part of it, CLICK HERE. Remember, “failure” is just opportunity in disguise, and you can flip the script to make your setbacks serve you. SHOW LINKS: 10,000 NOs: THE BOOK SUBSCRIBE TO OUR (WEEKLY) NEWSLETTER FOLLOW MATT ON SOCIAL FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN JOIN THE WORKING ACTORS COMMUNITY

    5 min

  3. MAR 17

    Give Yourself Something to Focus On

    "When you create your own, there's something about the fact that you're in the driver's seat. And then if auditions come in you're already driving and you're like yeah, to the audition, hop in and I'll get you there." Today’s episode was ripped directly from one of our 10,000 NOs Working Actors Community weekly zooms where Matt addresses the challenges that face our members. Today, we talk about how creating your own work not only gives you agency over your own art, but also free's you up when auditions do come in. You are no longer waiting around for the email to come in, but instead are putting yourself in the driver's seat, and taking control of your career and life.  10,000 NOs is here to inspire you and help you realize you are not alone if you’re battling to overcome rejection in your career or life. So, if you’re an actor, writer or filmmaker and you like what you hear in the snippets from our Working Actors Community zooms enough to want to be a part of it, CLICK HERE. Remember, “failure” is just opportunity in disguise, and you can flip the script to make your setbacks serve you. SHOW LINKS: 10,000 NOs: THE BOOK SUBSCRIBE TO OUR (WEEKLY) NEWSLETTER FOLLOW MATT ON SOCIAL FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN JOIN THE WORKING ACTORS COMMUNITY

    4 min

  4. MAR 10

    Michael Beach: There's No Such Thing As A Perfect Actor

    “You can never be the perfect actor; it's never going to happen; but that is the search!" Today’s episode is a sit down with Matt's fellow Mayor of Kingstown cast mate, Michael Beach. Michael can currently be seen on multiple shows in the Taylor Sheridan Universe (Tulsa King being the other hit from Paramount +) as well as The Perfect Couple on Netflix, opposite Nicole Kidman and Liev Schreiber. After listening to this conversation, where Matt and Michael delve into the nitty gritty of scene work, self-tapes versus being in the room, and the joys of being a journeyman actor after wracking up 206 credits on IMDb over 4 decades, you will understand how Michael’s talent, drive, passion for the craft, and overall positive approach to life and career has made him “that guy who’s everywhere”. 10,000 NOs is here to inspire you and help you realize you are not alone if you’re battling to overcome rejection in your career or life. So, if you’re an actor, writer or filmmaker and you like what you hear in the snippets from our Working Actors Community zooms enough to want to be a part of it, CLICK HERE. Remember, “failure” is just opportunity in disguise, and you can flip the script to make your setbacks serve you. SHOW LINKS: 10,000 NOs: THE BOOK SUBSCRIBE TO OUR (WEEKLY) NEWSLETTER FOLLOW MATT ON SOCIAL FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN JOIN THE WORKING ACTORS COMMUNITY

    1h 24m

  5. MAR 3

    How to Bounce Back Quickly

    “I was in such a groove. I played volleyball Thursday night; I played the best I played all summer-- and then wham!" Today’s episode was ripped directly from one of our 10,000 NOs Working Actor Community weekly zooms where Matt addresses the challenges that face our members. Today, we talk about how things can be going our way & then can take a turn and feel like they are not. Matt breaks down how he manages these times & what tools help him when these periods arise. 10,000 NOs is here to inspire you and help you realize you are not alone if you’re battling to overcome rejection in your career or life. So, if you’re an actor, writer or filmmaker and you like what you hear in the snippets from our Working Actors Community zooms enough to want to be a part of it, CLICK HERE. Remember, “failure” is just opportunity in disguise, and you can flip the script to make your setbacks serve you. SHOW LINKS: 10,000 NOs: THE BOOK SUBSCRIBE TO OUR (WEEKLY) NEWSLETTER FOLLOW MATT ON SOCIAL FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN JOIN THE WORKING ACTORS COMMUNITY

    8 min

  6. FEB 24

    How to Get Better Results!

    "What did I do that worked? And what did I do that didn't work? And apply that knowledge to the next situation.” Today’s episode was ripped directly from one of our 10,000 NOs Insiders Acting Community weekly zooms where Matt addresses the challenges that face our members. Today, we talk about how to assess our "wins" and our "losses." There's a lot of knowledge that can be gained from understanding what is leading us towards our goals and what is not. 10,000 NOs is here to inspire you and help you realize you are not alone if you’re battling to overcome rejection in your career or life. So, if you’re an actor, writer or filmmaker and you like what you hear in the snippets from our Working Actors Community zooms enough to want to be a part of it, CLICK HERE. Remember, “failure” is just opportunity in disguise, and you can flip the script to make your setbacks serve you. SHOW LINKS: 10,000 NOs: THE BOOK SUBSCRIBE TO OUR (WEEKLY) NEWSLETTER FOLLOW MATT ON SOCIAL FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN JOIN THE WORKING ACTORS COMMUNITY

    5 min

  7. FEB 17

    Visualizing Your Goals

    “If we have a vision that's pretty specific, but then we are loose enough with it to be open to what happens or what doesn't happen, I think that's a good place to start.” Today’s episode was ripped directly from one of our 10,000 NOs Working Actor Community weekly zooms where Matt addresses the challenges that face our members. Today, we talk about breaking down our dreams/goals in order to execute on them. Getting specific about what excites us helps us understand what next steps we need to take in order to actualize them. 10,000 NOs is here to inspire you and help you realize you are not alone if you’re battling to overcome rejection in your career or life. So, if you’re an actor, writer or filmmaker and you like what you hear in the snippets from our Working Actors Community zooms enough to want to be a part of it, CLICK HERE. Remember, “failure” is just opportunity in disguise, and you can flip the script to make your setbacks serve you. SHOW LINKS: 10,000 NOs: THE BOOK SUBSCRIBE TO OUR (WEEKLY) NEWSLETTER FOLLOW MATT ON SOCIAL FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN JOIN THE WORKING ACTORS COMMUNITY

    6 min

  8. FEB 10

    Surrender To The Moment

    “This moment you have, right now, whatever it is, things are happening-- it has nothing to do with you. But it's all you have; is the present moment.” Today’s episode was ripped directly from one of our 10,000 NOs Working Actor Community weekly zooms where Matt addresses the challenges that face our members. Today, we talk about observing our thoughts, rather than attaching to them, which allows us to be present in the moment. 10,000 NOs is here to inspire you and help you realize you are not alone if you’re battling to overcome rejection in your career or life. So, if you’re an actor, writer or filmmaker and you like what you hear in the snippets from our Working Actors Community zooms enough to want to be a part of it, CLICK HERE. Remember, “failure” is just opportunity in disguise, and you can flip the script to make your setbacks serve you. SHOW LINKS: 10,000 NOs: THE BOOK SUBSCRIBE TO OUR (WEEKLY) NEWSLETTER FOLLOW MATT ON SOCIAL FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN JOIN THE WORKING ACTORS COMMUNITY

    6 min
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    About

    Actor Matthew Del Negro (The Sopranos, The West Wing, Scandal) describes his career as being told "No" for a living. Here, he gets up close and personal with top-shelf folks from all walks of life about the 10,000 "No" s they've had to endure and struggles they've had to overcome on their journey to where they are today. Inspiring, raw, honest and funny, this podcast will help you see that the people you think have "got it made" put their pants on one leg at a time, just like you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    • Creator
      Matthew Del Negro
    • Years Active
      2017 - 2025
    • Episodes
      340
    • Rating
      Explicit
    • Copyright
      © Matthew Del Negro, 2017
    • Show Website
      10,000 NOs

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