Welcome To The GPS Course
Welcome to GPS
Watch and learn about what's included in the best purchase you ever made. Our CEO and Founder, Joe Scacciaferro explains all that you will learn in this course in a intimate and informative "one on one" type of setting. Sit back, grab a coffee, your notepad, and enjoy!
Chapter 1
Here in this opening video, Joe Scacciaferro opens the course by introducing the concept of change and the need to embrace it.
You’ll receive an outline of the things you’ll need to make the most of change which will be covered more in detail throughout the chapter.
Here, Joe Scacciaferro shares with you the importance of ensuring you are surrounded by people with creative vision and intelligence.
You’ll learn how to find these people and evaluate them to ensure they can help you’re growth.
Here, Joe Scacciaferro explains the terms ‘planners’ and ‘doers‘ in regards to production. You’ll learn the meaning of the terms, the importance of each in the production process, and how to identify persons that match each description.
In addition, Joe reminds you of the importance of trusting your instincts and common sense when working.
Here, Joe Scacciaferro teaches you the need to be around experienced and successful people throughout the production process.
You’ll be encouraged to learn from each person involved because there’s something to be taught from everyone.
Here, Joe Scacciaferro shares with you the importance of being around new ideas.
You’ll learn this doesn’t just come from experienced professionals but young people and those who don’t think.
Here, Joe Scacciaferro shares with you one of his favorite lessons - staying in motion and trying different things. You’ll learn to continually take information you learn and apply it in new settings while never giving up.
Here, Joe Scacciaferro encourages you not to wait for the right person or position to come to you.
You’ll learn the importance of being proactive and taking the initiative to pursue opportunities for success.
Here, Joe Scacciaferro explains to you the overlooked value of volunteering for certain positions.
You’ll learn the right time to take certain gigs for free or lesser pay.
Here, Joe Scacciaferro explains to you when to take positions that are above your current skill set.
You’ll learn how and when this is possible while always being aware of the risk involved.
Here, Joe Scacciaferro encourages you to use your time to invest in learning new techniques.
You’ll learn the new to utilize your time and energy into your skill development in different areas for growth.
Here, Joe Scacciaferro talks to you about rejection in the entertainment production industry.
You’ll learn the importance of not taking it personally since it happens all the time in an outcome driven business.
Here, Joe Scacciaferro encourages you to have confidence in your abilities.
Regardless of where you currently are or can do, you’ll learn not to be discouraged but to continually build on what you know and can do.
Here in this final video, Joe Scacciaferro explains the importance of embracing the material covered thus far and putting it into action for your own personal growth and success. Thank you for watching!
Chapter 2
Here in this opening video, Joe Scacciaferro recaps the previous chapter and outlines what to expect in this new one. Grab your journal and get ready to make some lists!
Here, Joe Scacciaferro discusses the importance of keeping and recording information in a journal for your professional growth. You’ll learn what to record and when to do so.
Here, Joe Scacciaferro shares with you his best ways of noticing change. Drawing upon his own experience and history, Joe gives you examples of things to record and why.
Here, Joe Scacciaferro continues the topic from the previous lesson on ways of noticing change. You’ll learn the need to stay in touch with younger people for ideas, being aware of early trends, locating their origin, connecting with people involved in trends, finding out how it’s produced, and how you can contribute.
Lesson Links
- Moleskine Reporters Pad
- Identifying Trends Resources
- AllTop
- Buzzsumo
- Visual Thesaurus
- WordTracker
- GoogleTrends
Here, Joe Scacciaferro explains the need for you to be involved with the creative process wherever and whenever it occurs. You’ll receive examples from television and Broadway shows and wedding photographers and ways to approach the people involved to learn from them; programs to watch for and why; and materials to read for idea generation.
Here, Joe Scacciaferro discusses the importance of making an honest self-inventory. You’ll receive a guide of questions to aid you in this “self-scout.” Get ready to make some lists!
Here in this final video, Joe Scacciaferro teaches you how to make the most of the self-scout you previously conducted. You’ll receive an outline of guiding questions to help you make the most of your current abilities and how they can be used. And yes - get ready to make another list! Thank you for watching!
Chapter 3
Here in this opening video, Joe Scacciaferro welcomes you to this new chapter and outlines the concepts to be covered.
Here, Joe Scacciaferro shares with you what your potential employers are really looking for: skills. You’ll also learn the need to collect both skills and knowledge in your educational journey because both will give you options for your career.
Here, Joe Scacciaferro explains the need to learn the right skills from the right people. You’ll learn to discern if what you are learning is not only accurate but currently valuable.
Here, Joe Scacciaferro offers advice for changing career paths. Drawing upon his own experience in changing not only jobs but different industries, Joe gives you time-tested methods for placing you in the best position for success.
Here in this final video, Joe Scacciaferro reminds you that learning everything is helpful for your professional development. Whether it’s inaccurate information or learning from the mistakes of others, all information is helpful to you so long as you recognize the kind of information you’re receiving and it’s value. Joe teaches you how to evaluate. Thank you for watching!
Chapter 4
Here in this opening video, Joe Scacciaferro takes the material covered in previous lessons and starts to give you ways to put it into action. You’ll learn the meaning and importance of job sampling as well as how this concept is utilized in Ferro City.
Here, Joe Scacciaferro discusses the meaning of “paying your dues,” who determines it, and other related info. You’ll learn that successful production veterans know how to spot talent (or no talent) and will always appreciate those who take chances on things.
Here in this final video, Joe Scacciaferro discusses the situation known as being “stuck in a job.” You’ll learn the need for balance: having a job that sustains you while always striving for the one that fulfills you; the “trap” that can happen and how to avoid it; the pressures of life involved in the job process; and much more (including another list!). Thank you for watching!
Chapter 5
Here in this opening video, Joe Scacciaferro poses the question: Why not you? Regardless of your background and current skill set, there is always a way to find and attain your goal. You’ll receive an outline of the essential qualities needed for success and be introduced to some people throughout this chapter who embodied these needed traits.
Here, Joe Scacciaferro discusses the first key quality: passion. You’ll be introduced to Lisa Marie as an example of someone who embodies passion and learn that without it you won’t be able to succeed.
Here, Joe Scacciaferro discusses the next essential quality: commitment. You’ll be introduced to Loretta Long (Susan from Sesame Street) and learn how to implement this indispensable trait.
Here, Joe Scacciaferro discusses the next essential quality: patience. You’ll be introduced to the team at Creative Dimensions as an example of how patience can bring about a value you didn’t even know existed yet.
Here, Joe Scacciaferro discusses the final essential quality: movement. You’ll be introduced to Don Sperling as an example of staying in constant motion as you work towards your desired goal.
Joe Scacciaferro wraps up the course lessons with a final reminder of implementing the key qualities of passion, patience, commitment, and movement. Remember, it’s unacceptable to miss an opportunity, and your dreams are attainable so don’t let anyone discourage you. Thank you for watching!
Joe shares with you how FerroCity supports and connects all members to opportunities. How FerroCity allows you to share your experiences, create partnerships, gain knowledge and skills, seek jobs, access entrepreneurial services, as well as create media, showcase your work and sell your products and services.