I'd say you have to be really committed to the field, show up for every audition and to be aware that very few make it in this field.
“My appearance was always good and my ability to play on the piano, especially ragtime, which was then at the height of its vogue, made me a welcome guest.”
“I have people that I'm close to that give me things to read throughout the season, and in particular in the playoffs and the postseason.”