[BONUS] Mastermind Q&A: How to Successfully Be a “Specialized Generalist” | with Michael Addis

<blockquote>“Do whatever you can to have the power to take a break or say no.”</blockquote><blockquote>- Michael Addis</blockquote><p><a href="https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0011689/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1" rel="nofollow"><strong>Michael Addis</strong></a> is a man who wears many successful hats as an editor, writer, director, and showrunner. If you’ve ever enjoyed shows such as <em>Impractical Jokers </em>or projects with actors such as Jamie Kennedy or Tom Green, there is a chance you’ve come into contact with Michael’s work. Some of his recent credits include <em>Assembly Required, You Kiddin’ Me,</em> <em>Famous Food Truck,</em> and <em>Chopped U.</em></p><p>In this Mastermind Q&amp;A with my Optimizer coaching students Michael shared how he’s built a wide &amp; varied career having so many different creatives roles that he calls himself (thanks to Tim Ferriss) a “specialized generalist,” which essentially means developing a massive toolbox of skills to be as involved as possible in every aspect of the creative process…but ultimately being great at one specific craft above all others.</p><p>In our conversation together, Michael and I dive into the specifics of the differences between working in scripted and unscripted television, how saying NO leads you to your dream career faster than saying YES can, and how focus is the number one skill that will lead you to success in the 21st century.</p><p>If you are someone who is looking to amplify your skill set in an effort to either change or dramatically advance your career, you’re going to love the sneak preview of our Mastermind Q&amp;A.</p><p><strong>Want to attend future Mastermind Q&amp;A calls like this live with our guests?</strong></p><p><strong>→ </strong><a href="https://optimizeyourself.me/optimizer" rel="nofollow"><strong>Click here to learn more about joining the Optimizer coaching program</strong></a></p><h3>Want to Hear More Episodes Like This One?</h3><p><a href="https://optimizeyourself.me/subscribe/" rel="nofollow"><strong>» Click here to subscribe and neve