Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey are actresses from the popular American comedy series *The Office* on NBC. These women dreamed of being on screen, yet they never imagined that, besides filming, they would gain something even more valuable. The set brought them together so closely that they became best friends. They ultimately credit their persistence in pursuing their dreams for this wonderful gift.

Jenna's childhood was focused on education, yet the desire to become an actress always lingered in her heart. She participated in various school plays, choirs, and dance shows like *The Fiddler on the Roof*. As she grew older, she moved to Los Angeles to follow her dream. Jenna started acting in simple films and also in the well-known movie Rubbing Charlie, but she always wanted something bigger and better. Over time, she was invited to audition for the American remake of the​​ BBC show, *The Office*.

The role was for Pam, a receptionist — a worn-down yet hopeful young woman with artistic dreams beyond her depressing day job. She loved her character and the original British show so much. On the day when the British creators gathered to Americanize the show, she thought, "If I lose this job tomorrow, at least I get to sit in the same room with Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant."

What about Angela Kinsey, another star of The Office and co-author of this book? Throughout her childhood, she always knew she wanted to be a performer. Her dad had shown her *The Carol Burnett Show*, and all Angela dreamed of for the rest of her life was to be a comedian. Having participated in minor performances and TV shows, Angela decided to move to Los Angeles to become a television actor. She worked two jobs and attended all possible auditions.

After getting married, she met Greg Daniels. One evening, he told her he was going to remake the BBC version of The Office and signed her up for an audition for the role of Pam. Afterward, they said she was "too feisty" for Pam, but she was grateful for the experience. Later, she received a call inviting her to audition for the role of Angela, the "prickly lady in accounting," and she got the part.

For both Angela and Jenna, the acting path was challenging, especially at the beginning of their careers, but it is possible if it's a lifelong dream.