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Big Shot
- Nothing Like I Imagined
- Narrated by: Mindy Kaling
- Series: Nothing Like I Imagined
- Length: 36 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Categories: Business & Careers, Women in Business
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Publisher's Summary
Is almost $2,000 a lot to drop on someone else’s dinner, just to be a big shot? Hell yeah! But what if nobody notices that you--one of Time magazine’s “100 Most Influential People” in the world--picked up the tab?
In this meditation on celebrity, power, and a simple thank-you, Mindy Kaling takes the next charmed step in her path from Conan intern to mogul: picking up the entire tab for a famous A-lister. It’s an investment, right? He’ll be blown away by her class. They’ll be best friends forever. Forty thankless seconds later, who wouldn’t spiral into self-doubt, second-guessing, over-rationalizing, and anxious obsession?
Plus, bonus content! An up-close-and-personal look at what Mindy does all day, including “executive producing” and gift wrapping.
From the acclaimed writer, actor, director, producer, and New York Times bestselling author comes Nothing Like I Imagined. In these essays, Mindy Kaling shares the latest chapters of a multitasking life in Hollywood. Listen to them in a single sitting. They’re pitch-perfect.
PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.
What listeners say about Big Shot
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Overall3 out of 5 stars
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Performance3 out of 5 stars
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Story3 out of 5 stars
- Anonymous User
- 2021-04-07
35 minutes.
I was just getting into for it to be done. I so should have paid attention to time before getting.
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- Nadia
- 2020-10-19
Loved every word
I am a huge Mindy Kaling fan and was so excited to see she had come out with an essay collection... they do not disappoint! So light hearted and funny, they will definitely make your day.
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
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Performance5 out of 5 stars
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Story4 out of 5 stars
- Gaby Mtz
- 2021-02-19
Good story to share
This one I really liked it, it was funny and entertained, but I really want to know who is the A list actor she is referring to.
1 person found this helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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Performance5 out of 5 stars
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Story5 out of 5 stars
- Nikita
- 2021-06-26
So fun
It’s like listening to an enthusiastic friend relay their fun day or their unexpected experience.
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- Kindle Customer
- 2021-05-12
Fun Easy listen
Listening to Mindy felt like listening to a good girlfriend. The kind that is authentic, honest and a good story teller!
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- Tiffany
- 2021-05-10
It's mindy kaling
What's not to like? It's mindy kaling. That's my review. Silly, open, honest, cringe worthy.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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- Mo
- 2021-05-04
Awesomesauce
Maybe I'm biased because I adore Mindy, but I really enjoyed this! Having her narrate this (like many of her other books) is always fun because when you've watched weeks worth of Kelly Kapoor and Mindy Lahiri, you can picture her saying everything based on how she sounds saying it! The bonus sneak peek into her life was so much fun :)
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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Performance5 out of 5 stars
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- Star Goddess
- 2021-04-14
Fun listen
I really enjoyed this little bit of Storytelling from Mindy and I look forward to listening to the other Selections in the series.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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- Kelly124
- 2021-01-30
Kaling is Everything!!
I am already smitten with Mindy Kaling. I was so happy to see these short stories released... they are funny stories that give a glimpse into Kaling's life. I love to hear her tell them in her own voice.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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Performance5 out of 5 stars
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Story5 out of 5 stars
- Adelita Garcia
- 2021-01-23
Made ma laugh out loud
I heard all of Mindy’s short essays during my 2 hour drive. I enjoyed hearing her talk about her life, social anxiety, her pregnancy and life in LA. Not sure how much of this was true, but the story of her baby’s nanny was very touching. I think Mindy is funny and I really enjoyed these short essays.
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Overall2 out of 5 stars
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Performance3 out of 5 stars
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Story2 out of 5 stars
- Gerald McKay
- 2021-01-22
More noise from a celebrity
I took these for free as Ms. Kaling is one of the more attractive humans that has ever breathed.
It wasn't awful but it was a waste of time.
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
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Performance5 out of 5 stars
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- Etoile NEOhio
- 2021-01-18
A nice ending to this series of essays
A nice ending to this series of essays. Not unlike her work in general, some his me as more entertaining as others. I promise if she ever picks up my tab in a restaurant, I will thank her promptly!