My Inside Voice Over video last week on talent caused quite a stir. Thanks for all the positive comments. I’ve got more for you about talent this week as I explore how to become a master voice talent. Have you read Malcom Gladwell’s book “Outliers”? Gladwell says, what really makes a world class performer is…

This week, inspired by the Olympics, I have a lot to say about talent. How do you know if you have the talent for voice over? How do you know if you will embarrass yourself or waste your time and money trying to get started? Look, some people are just not cut out for voiceovers….

Ever wonder if you should change your name for your voice over career? Many people do. Changing your name means extra paperwork and if you decide to do it legally, it means LOTS of extra paperwork (and some hefty lawyers fees as well.) It used to be that unusual, ethnic names worked against talent and…

I wonder if you truly appreciate the awesome power of your voice. As you develop it on your voice-over journey, you’ll (hopefully) make your clients a lot of money. I was once shocked to learn that a direct response TV commercial I did for Topsy Tail, a pony tail gizmo, made the client over $50…

Ever answer the phone without thinking? Do you answer the phone when you’re annoyed or angry without taking a moment to compose yourself? A voice over client or prospect can call when you least expect it and if they inadvertently hear a tired, unpleasant tone of voice, you can do some serious damage to your…