NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER FOR JEN GRISANTI CONSULTANCY INC.

Hello and welcome to the November Newsletter for Jen Grisanti Consultancy Inc.

In honor of Thanksgiving, I share with you the following quote;

Gratitude is the heart's memory.
                                  - French Proverb

Because I try to wake up everyday with an attitude of gratitude, this month I'd like to explore the concept of "our work, our worth" and our quest to "find meaning."  In the book, I DON'T KNOW WHAT I WANT, BUT I KNOW IT'S NOT THIS, author Julie Jansen writes, "In today's work climate, more and more individuals are beginning to question the grueling pace at which they lead their lives.  In effort to manage this issue, some companies have instituted policies that support maintaining "balance" between work and an employee's personal life."  For example, companies may offer incredibly competitive vacation time.  The problem is, however, that many employees don't use all their vacation time.  Julie writes, "If senior management and the corporate culture demonstrate that succeeding means working around the clock, the the pressure of fitting in and 'doing what it takes to get the job done' can override the desire to lead a balanced life."  Why do we feel that the harder we work and more time we spend, the worthier we are and the more value we have?
For more, go to my BLOG

BOOKS
I DON'T KNOW WHAT I WANT, BUT I KNOW IT'S NOT THIS A Step-by-Step Guide to Finding Gratifying Work
Written by Julie Jansen

This book is outstanding.  It is an excellent tool that will help guide you to a more fulfilling work experience.  The author's website is also exceptional.

TV
SERIES PICK OF THE MONTH
FLASH FORWARD

EPISODE PICK OF THE MONTH
LIE TO ME
W - TJ Brady & Rasheed Newson                              D - Terrence O'Hara
Last night's episode was written by the brilliant writing team, TJ Brady and Rasheed Newson.  It was EXCELLENT!  It was a very gratifying moment for my business watching their strength and seeing their growth.

FILMS
THE WEDDING SONG (LES CHANT DES MARIEES)
This movie is EXCELLENT.  I HIGHLY RECOMMEND seeing this movie.  It is very raw, beautiful and incredibly intimate story.

Logline - The Nazi occupation of Tunisia strains the bonds of friendship between a Muslim woman and a Sephardic Jewess who are both preparing for their marriages. 

UPCOMING EVENTS
SCRIPTWRITER'S NETWORK SPEAKER SERIES- CLASS ON FINDING YOUR VOICE, NOVEMBER 21, 2009

FRIDAY NIGHT DRINKS
The next one is Friday, December 4, 2009.  Go to my website for more info.

PODCAST SERIES
I am proud to announce two phenomenal podcast interviews.  The first features the inspiring writing team from  LIE TO ME, TJ Brady and Rasheed Newson, and the second is with the remarkably talented, Craig Sweeny, Co-EP on MEDIUM, now on CBS.  You can listen to these on my website or iTunes.

I am excited to announce that in November I will be interviewing the authors Tom Malloy, writer of the book BANKROLL: A New Approach To Financing Feature Films, and Jeremy Juuso, writer of the book, GETTING THE MONEY A Step-by-Step Guide for Writing Business Plans for Film.  In Novermber I will also be interviewing Rhett Reese, writer of the big feature hit, ZOMBIELAND.

RESTAURANT RECOMMENDATIONS
PROVIDENCE - 5955 Melrose Ave., LA 90038 (323) 460-4170
This is one of the best high end restaurants in Los Angeles.  The food, the ambiance and the service are phenomenal.  It is a dining experience that you won't want to miss!

EVENTS AROUND TOWN
PALEY CENTER - LA
DARK SHADOWS AT TWILIGHT: A PALEY CENTER VAMPIRE WEEKEND 11/13 - 11/15

INSIDE PARKS AND RECREATION - Saturday, 11/14, 7:00 p.m.

THE WRITERS GUILD FOUNDATION
ANNA HAMILTON PHELAN - Amelia, Gorillas in the Mist
Thursday, November 19, 7:30 p.m. - WGF/WGA Offices, 7000 W 3rd St, 90048 TICKETS

WRITERS BOOT CAMP
Writers Boot Camp and Final Draft, Inc. / Script magazine announce a series of FREE panels designed to help scriptwriters navigate Hollywood. The next one is:
Perfecting the Pitch - November 16, 2009, 7:30 p.m.
To RSVP: http://www.scriptmag.com/resources/free_panels.html

WRITERS - NEED LEGAL ADVICE?
I highly recommend reading this blog written by Gano Lemoine.  Gano is Legal Counsel and Co-Founder of a multi-media online video game company and owner of his own media and entertainment law practice. He is also a screenwriter.

If you're looking to get your contracts reviewed or have any legal questions, he's your guy.

EVENT UPDATES
You can follow me on Twitter for the latest event updates, news on other writing events around town and restaurant updates at Twitter.

CONGRATS
TJ Brady and Rasheed Newson - Their OUTSTANDING second produced episode of LIE TO ME.
Rick Muirragui - For getting staffed on the new show, JACK & DAN.

QUOTE
Imagination is the beginning of creation.  You imagine what you desire; you will what you imagine; and at last you create what you will.
                                                                                 George Bernard Shaw

Love,

Jen

www.jengrisanticonsultancy.com
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