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6 • THE ARTISAN WINTER 2022 " Individually we are one drop but together we are an ocean." —Ryunosuke Akutagawa Sometimes it is easy to forget that to accomplish great things or create extraordinary work in any industry, it takes a collective group of people. At times, people work alone on certain facets. Other times, there are groups planning and executing their segments. Eventually, the whole plan comes together. Like a puzzle in a thousand different pieces which is daunting when you first start working on it, you can then execute a plan where one person may start with the outer edges, then another may help with other sections, where pretty soon you start seeing it all come together and the puzzle is complete. So much has been talked about when it comes to teamwork and groups coming together for the common good. Unions use the words solidarity and unity to describe how goals are accomplished for its many members. We recently saw firsthand how solidarity, unity, and teamwork were used to accomplish important goals to help each and every union member's quality of life, regardless of classification. One thing that has not been talked about as much however, is how people who might not have been involved or leading the way really stepped up at the right time and made a difference. When looking back and trying to dissect what the catalyst is that makes a difference to affect change, it needs to be recognized that it takes more than your elected leaders and the usual core group of members to step up. It also takes a broader circle of people and for those in charge to delegate and give others the opportunity to take the lead. Many department heads can probably remember the first time they were given the chance to run their first show. Most likely, many had lots of experience as assistant department heads, thirds, running background and all other jobs in between. Perhaps they got lucky and were in the right place at the right time. Either way, someone gave them a chance and when most got that opportunity, they were able to excel. It is vitally important whether you are a department head, a day checker, a personal or whatever your position is that when called upon to do the job, you are ready. Be prepared and don't be afraid to ask for help or be honest in what your strengths and weaknesses are. Don't be surprised if you are passed over for work if you claim you have the skills that you really don't, and you are not brought back. It is always preferred to give someone a chance because they were honest and voiced that they needed some guidance. Many artists are very generous with sharing their time and talents and will gladly help someone hone their skills when the time is right. It is all about doing the work and actually taking the time off the clock to prepare. Honesty, a good attitude and work ethics will give you an advantage. Every pilot had a first flight, every surgeon a first operation, every teacher a first class. For those who are already in a position of leadership, sometimes it's about giving someone a chance to advance. Remember, there are many wonderful Brothers and Sisters who may be the perfect fit for your new project or a leadership position. As a group, we have a wonderful advantage and a huge pool of people to help accomplish all our goals. By being a part of our Locals and the IATSE family, we are truly union strong. J S President Managing Editor A B Contributing Writers S C-E K M. F P L R S J S Publisher ID M Office Manager K S Mailing List Manager K S The Artisan is published quarterly by Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists, I.A.T.S.E. Local 706, 828 No. Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA 91505 Phone (818) 295-3933. Fax 818-295-3930 All editorial and photo submissions should be sent to email address: hllywdmkupartist@yahoo.com To update member information, email to: dispatch@ialocal706.org Advertising: IngleDodd Media (310) 207-4410 muahs@IngleDodd.com www.IngleDoddMedia.com Officers of I.A.T.S.E. Local 706 President Julie Socash Vice President Kim M. Ferry Recording Secretary Daniel Curet Secretary-Treasurer John E. Jackson Sergeant-at-Arms Karen J. Westerfield Business Representative Randall Lee Sayer Official Magazine of Hollywood Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists. Published in the Interest of ALL the Members of Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists I.A.T.S.E. Local 706 FROM THE PRESIDENT