The Long and The Short Of It 377. Relative Effort
Dec 16, 2025
Jen introduces a fresh concept called 'relative effort,' exploring the balance between the creator's and receiver's effort. They discuss how this mindset can alleviate the pressure of perfection, particularly in emails and workshops. The duo emphasizes simplifying objectives in auditions to combat the disparity in preparation time. They also share insights on prioritizing audience needs over flawless execution. By addressing relative risk, they highlight that confronting fears can significantly reduce anxiety, leading to more productive outcomes.
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Creator vs Receiver Effort Gap
- The effort you invest creating something rarely matches the effort the receiver spends engaging with it.
- Recognizing this gap reduces inflated stakes and eases pressure to perfect every detail.
Aim To Spark, Not Transform
- Treat your two-hour workshop as a small slice of attendees' full day to lower pressure on outcomes.
- Aim to spark an idea or open a door rather than change someone's life in one session.
Audition Overprepare Reality
- Actors often prepare hours and spend money only to be asked for two pages at auditions.
- Jen suggests setting a clear, small objective (like exchange names) so the effort still feels complete.