Cindy Taylor

Cindy Taylor (born April 18, 1977) is a fashion model, actress and television host. Born in Asunción, Paraguay to a Paraguayan mother, her father was a United States citizen, having relocated the family to Clarksburg, West Virginia immediately after Taylor was born. When Taylor was eight years old, her parents divorced, and she and her mother moved back to Paraguay, where she would reside for the next ten years. In Paraguay she attended the American School of Asuncion and the international SEK School.

In 1997, she was discovered by photograher Jesus Roman in Miami, Florida. Shortly after, Taylor was signed by Irene Marie Models. She was soon part of advertising and fashion campaigns for Guess?, Pantene, Parasuco, Perry Ellis, Rampage, Proactive, and Frito Lays. Cindy soon became known as a cover girl, gracing the fronts of Esquire, Ocean Drive, Shape Magazine, Loft Magazine, Men's Journal, Vanidades, Glamour, and more.

Cindy was cast as the host of Wild On!, a popular travel series on the E! Entertainment Television channel, replacing Brooke Burke in 2002.

In 2005, Taylor shot a cameo role in the Vince Vaughn, Owen Wilson, Rachel McAdams romantic comedy Wedding Crashers. That same year, Cindy landed a supporting role in the independent feature film Descansos, opposite Gary Busey and Charles Durning. In 2007, Taylor had a cameo appearance in the sequel to Bachelor Party and appeared in the music video for Nickelback's Rockstar.

Taylor has most recently appeared on TV in the episode "Identity", on the USA Network series Burn Notice, as well as hosting Full Frontal Fashion for UltraHD.

Taylor is the official spokesperson for the Beauties and the Beasts partnership launched between Irene Marie Models, the Zoological Society of Florida, and Miami MetroZoo. Cindy has made several appearances and participated in photoshoots on behalf of this partnership. Their goal is to inspire an appreciation for the world's wildlife and conserve it for future generations.

Cindy currently has two projects under development. An as yet untitled Car Drifting television series and Vegas Confessions, a HDNet project which premiered in August 2008 showcasing Las Vegas and the people who confess their wildest stories on camera.

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How to Apply For the American Idol Auditions

American Idol gives undiscovered talent a chance to be overnight singing sensations. Before you can become the next Carrie Underwood or Kelly Clarkson, you have to successfully get through the American Idol registration process.

All applicants have to register in person; there is no online registration. So the first step is to locate the closest audition city from the listed posted on the American Idol web site. The audition cities are spread throughout the country but if you live in a small town, plan a road trip. Carrie Underwood, for example, had to drive eight hours from her home town in Checotah, Oklahoma to audition in St. Louis, Missouri.

Registration begins two days prior to the actual auditions and is on a strictly a first-come, first-served basis. Registration times will be updated on the American Idol website so arrive as early as allowed. It is not recommended to wait until the audition day to register. If the producers run out of time or space, latecomers may not be allowed to register.

There is no overnight camping allowed at the audition venues so expect a crush of people when you arrive. Make sure to dress for the weather-like any Hollywood show, it goes on rain or shine, hot or cold.
To register, you need two forms of ID to prove your age, such as a drivers' license and birth certificate. There is no exception to the two ID rule. If you're a minor, you must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Once registered, you'll get a wristband and a seat ticket. You can bring one guest, who needs to sign in the same time you do. They will also get a wristband and ticket. Once they put the wrist band on you do not take it off. If you remove the wristband for any reason, it becomes null and void. They might give you another on the audition day if space allows, but you'll be at the bottom of the audition list, meaning your chances to perform will be slim to none.

The call time for audition day is 5:00AM. In addition to the wristband and ticket, you need to bring a signed release form, which can be downloaded from the AI web site. You'll also have to show your two forms of ID one more time to finally get into the venue where the auditions are held.

It's a time-consuming process but with patience, perseverance, and a little luck, you'll get your shot at being America's next singing idol.

You don't have to go crazy, nor do you have to be a slave to the music industry to "make it". To learn how to get in contact with top record labels, managers, producers and more simply visit http://www.TheIndustryYellowPages.com, the world's largest list of music contacts.

A Sales Lesson From American Idol?

Would you think you could learn a profound sales lesson from American Idol? Well, it happened tonight.
Here's the back story in case you're not a fan. Last week, Pia, a beautiful and seemingly unbeatable contestant got the axe. The results horrified everyone!

Fast forward to last night. The mentors (music industry bigwigs whose names I don't know) were advising another contestant, Lauren, about her upcoming performance. After showering her with compliments about her talents, one of the mentors looked her straight in the eye and said, "There are a whole bunch of Pia fans out there. If you do well, you can steal her votes."

Lauren looked horrified, almost shaken. She couldn't possibly steal her friend's votes.
The mentor continued, "That's how you have to think in this business."

A second mentor, understanding Lauren's discomfort, smiled and perfectly re-framed the goal.
'Don't sell them. Invite them."

Don't sell them. Invite them.

Think about the wisdom in that. He was telling her that instead of going in for the kill, to simply use her gifts- in her own special way - to engage the audience. To invite them to her world.

You can apply the same principal to sales. Don't set out to steal the business with heavy-handed tactics. Instead, invite your prospects to participate in the opportunity you bring to the table. An invitation implies acceptance and friendship. It's non-threatening. It's flattering. It means "I like you enough to join me." And most importantly, the extension of an invitation puts you in control. Instead of waiting for a prospect to choose you, you were the first to choose by asking them to the party.

By inviting people, you totally change the sales dynamic - in your favor.

How do you extend an invitation to a prospect? A lot depends on your personal style. Take a good look at how you foster relationships with prospective clients. Do you call or visit with the intention of telling them how wonderful you or your product are? Or do you ask about them? Their needs? Their goals? Do you dig deep for the solution that meets their needs? Like any good host, it may be your party, but it's all about pleasing your guests.

There are actually a lot more sales tidbits one can cull from your American Idol viewing. Be authentic.
Show up. Do your best. Don't be too pitchy. But for today, the concept of inviting people into your world wins my vote as a great sales tactic.

Angel Cicerone
Sales and Marketing Strategist
angel@angelcicerone.com

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