Brian Cutler stresses the importance of adhering to a director's redirection during auditions, sharing an example of an actor who missed a valuable opportunity by refusing to adjust his performance. Recalling a casting session for a commercial, Cutler describes how a casting director saw potential in an actor who fit the storyboard image perfectly, offering him nine redirections in hopes of aligning his performance with the vision. Each time, the actor delivered the same result, ultimately costing him the role. Cutler’s lesson is clear: an actor’s adaptability and willingness to follow direction is essential, regardless of personal preference.