The VO Mindset

How to Burn a Bridge

For the love of God- please put the matches down and step away....slowly...oh so slowly. In this episode, I give a real life example of how someone got themselves 'cancelled' by a reputable publisher and how/why it happened. Plus, how you can avoid it as a new narrator, voice talent, or on camera actor. 
***Disclaimer*** No names or companies were mentioned in this episode and, frankly, I've seen this happen more than once. 
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The Song In Your Head

Audiobook Narrators know they're not supposed to actually sing a song in their recording due to copyright laws (unless it's an original song written by the author and you have permission) but have you ever tried to 'speak' a popular song that everyone knows and loves without adding any kind of melody??? Nearly impossible. Why? And what does this have to do with the way we talk to ourselves? Maybe because the 'song' we have playing in the background is sooooo embedded (like any earworm) it's tough to get it to stop repeating. In this episode, I'll give you tips on how to change or at least 'quiet' the song in your head. 
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In this episode, I reference a great book by Jon Acuff called Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking
Aaaannnnd the book I was talking about by Lauren Landish that's soooo good: Risky Business

84 Cents

A few months ago, I experienced every Freelancer's nightmare. I ran out of money due to a series of Perfect Stormy events. How did I get through it and what can you do if you find yourself in that same situation? We talk about that today.
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Tik Tok and IG resistance

If you've been spinning in the drama of "Oh god....NOW I have to get on Tik Tok for work" or "I'm so jealous of my social media superstar colleagues" it's time to explore those thoughts. 
I'm right there with you and that's why I avoided recording this episode, but I'm busy managing my mind like the rest of y'all and so here are my imperfect thoughts. 
Enjoy!

”Somatic Release Work. What the Hell is that?” With Sarah Beth Goer

Fellow audiobook narrator, Sarah Beth Goer, has a passion for Somatic Release Work, but what the hell is it? Sounds kinda dirty if you ask me....but it's NOT!!!! How does this work help performers inside and out of the booth? Find out in this episode!
Some resources mentioned: 
Peter Levine
Ann Weiser Cornell 
and her book.... 
Sarah Beth Goer's website

Soooo you WEREN’T nominated for an Audie

Does it kinda feel like EVERYONE got a nom but YOU??? Sure, it might seem that way, but totally not true. I promise. Of course we're happy for our friends, but it's okay to feel disappointed. Seriously. Here are some ways to think about how you're actually winning. 

Knowing When To Quit

Have you been in VO/Narration for a while and you're still waiting on that success? Well, first of all, what does success even look like for you? When we don't have a clear target, we can't hit it. I'll talk about how you may be missing those little milestones along the way and why saying "I QUIT" today doesn't have to be the end of your VO career. 

Oral Surgery...God, no

Many of us have put off dental work for far too long because we fear that any apparatus or change in the structure of our mouth will negatively impact our work. But that sh!t can add up to something far worse than what it would've been. If you're interested in coaching with me, I offer a free 45-minute session.      
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