So, if you’re an aspiring actor thinking about striking out on your own, let me illuminate some of the unknowns to help get you on your way. The first thing I recommend is to come into the ring as prepared as possible. Doctors go to school for a decade to learn their craft, and so must you. Whether you take college courses, enroll in art school, or dip into local acting classes, continued education in performance is the best way to keep learning and be on top of new trends.