The author moved to Atlanta to explore acting, initially engaging in networking and trial acting classes. After deciding to pursue this professionally, the writer took headshots, found an agent, and started getting roles. They ended up building a solid acting resume from short films and other projects. Instead of diversifying their efforts, they focused on only acting in TV and movies to advance their career efficiently. They advised others on the importance of having clear goals and tackling these methodically, rather than pursuing various directions.