# The Smallest Residual Checks I’ve Ever Received

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Podcast: [Get Scene Unscripted](https://stenobird.com/podcast/get-scene-unscripted-6651573)
Published: 2026-02-03T14:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Get Scene Unscripted , Jesse Malinowski does something actors rarely talk about — he breaks down the three smallest residual checks he’s ever received , including checks for just one cent , and the lessons each one taught him at different stages of his career. Jesse walks through: Why tiny residuals don’t mean a job wasn’t worth it How investing in a market can take years before it pays off The sacrifices he made to break into the New Orleans market Why how you frame your experience in a slate matters How one booking reignited his confidence after a long drought Why the meaning of a role changes depending on where you are in your career This episode is about perspective, patience, and long-term thinking — not chasing surface-level wins, but understanding what each opportunity can unlock over time. 📩 Join the Get Scene newsletter: https://getscenestudios.us7.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7660af20fdb3c04d6b6516591&id=eecb804958

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