Welcome Ryan,
I actually wrote a book about acting and the industry that might interest you. The eBook version is completely free (yes, I give this book away) if you want to check it out. There's no catch, no forms, nothing...it really is free and it will give you all the answers you could ever hope for.
Acting professionally is a tough road, but it's doable. I wish you the best of luck in your pursuit, and if you want to check out the book, go to:
www.actingreality.com