Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Florencia Conti. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Florencia, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today Can you open up about a risk you’ve taken – what it was like taking that risk, why you took the risk and how it turned out?

A Life of Risks
For my 24th birthday, I decided to go skydiving. My friends and family could not understand why I’d take such a risk. Well, my whole life has been a series of risks.
I was born in Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina. From day one, my life was at risk – I suffered from epilepsy. It was a literal risk just to live—I would faint uncontrollably and suffer from spasms. My parents, in their best attempt to keep me “safe,” moved us to Patagonia and raised me as a Jehovah Witness. Over time, I learned to live with my disability, even learning how to fall without hurting myself too much.
Then, something incredible happened: I cured myself. I realized that if I didn’t stop taking the medication, the doctors would never take me off it. The last time I had an attack was when I was 17. That year, I also left the Jehovah Witnesses – I yearned to experience life outside the safe confines of the church. My father told me I was dead to him. I moved back to BA, worked several jobs, and saved my money. My goal was to move to Los Angeles, but this wasn’t realistic, so I moved to Mexico where I started modeling; I even started my own bikini line.
I lived in and around Cancun for three years. It wasn’t always easy. Mexico can be a dangerous place. It was there I learned about the concept of risk and reward. I also learned not to take unnecessary risks. I grew up during those three years in Mexico. I learned a great deal about loss and loneliness, but I don’t ever regret taking the risk of moving alone to a foreign country alone.
Last year I took another risk – I married a man that I met in Mexico. We dated for about six months, almost always communicating through Google Translate. Then one morning on the beach, he got down on his knee, and he asked me to marry him. I said: Why not? I was ready to take yet another risk.
I finally made it to LA, Hollywood, in fact. I’m still modeling, but now I’ve taken yet another risk – I started acting. I’ve booked several jobs, including my first feature film.
I’m proud of the woman who I am becoming. I would have never gotten here if I hadn’t taken risks.

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.

After modeling for five years, I decided to give acting a try. When I moved to Los Angeles, I spoke very little English. Immediately, I began taking English classes. I also started taking improv at Groundlings. As my English progressed, I began taking acting classes at Playhouse West. It is here that I started to learn about what acting really is: immersing myself into my character, and staying engaged in the scene, moment-to-moment.

I didn’t realize that most people wait a while until they start auditioning. I put myself out there almost immediately, and much to my friends’ surprise, I booked a bunch of jobs.

What I’m most proud of is how the directors and producers admire my work ethic and professionalism. Several have hired me a second and even third time.

I will continue to stay positive and humble, knowing that I am a work in progress, and as Biggie Smalls once said: “I’ll treat everyday of work like I’m an intern.”

Is there a particular goal or mission driving your creative journey?

As my great mentor Oprah Winfrey says, “do the right thing”. I have a clear purpose: to be the best version of myself and share it with the world. I’ve come to realize that the best way I can do that is through acting.

I’m proud when I receive encouraging messages on social media saying that I inspired them. I tape myself doing burpees not to show off but because it gets other people to do them too. I’m confident that someday I’ll do the same with my acting.

Are there any books, videos, essays or other resources that have significantly impacted your management and entrepreneurial thinking and philosophy?

The first name that comes to mind is Toni Robins: he changed my life. He has helped me reflect on my past, in a positive way, I’ve learned that even tough and unpleasant parts of my life have made me who I am today. In November, I’m going to be attending a 4-day workshop with him!

I’m also a big fan of philosophy. I’ve read ancient philosophers, such as Epictetus, to contemporary ones like Simone de Beauvoir.

Two athletes that have influenced me profoundly are Arnold Schwarzenegger and the late Kobe Bryant. Like me, Arnold moved to Los Angeles as an immigrant who spoke little English. He was able to excel in three areas: body building, acting, and politics. Who knows, maybe I’ll become governor of California someday. I’ve read several of his books and watched his recent documentary three times. He has taught me that we must train our minds as well as our bodies. I also pride myself on having the Mamba Mentality, the philosophy that Kobe Bryant developed. Of course, I read his book; now I’m reading his private coach Tim Groveer’s book Relentless. Kobe tragically passed away at the age of 41, not before winning five NBA titles, two Olympic gold medals, and an Academy Award. As Kobe once said: “It is our duty to try to inspire others, so they can be great at whatever they do.”

Contact Info:

• Website: https://sites.google.com/view/florenciaconti/inicio
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