The Global Actor | Motivational Business Strategy for Actors + Multi-Hyphenate Creatives

Are you stuck worrying about what other actors or industry folks think? Have you heard of the "cult of average"?Whether you're booking your first TV role, navigating the audiobook world, or need a jolt of inspiration for your next self-tape, this episode of The Global Actor Podcast is here to help you break through self-imposed limitations and start thinking bigger about your creative career.Join Elise and acclaimed actor/coach DaJuan Johnson (Bosch, NCIS, Origins, Electric Bloom) for an energizing and candid conversation full of real talk, actionable habits, and mindset shifts. DaJuan and Elise go deep with  practical ways to:Build and celebrate momentum (no matter where you’re starting) Using self-tapes as a tool for freedom — not frustrationNavigate rejection and investing in your growth — internally and externallyAnd remember to: ✅ Celebrate every win, big or small  ✅ Show up for your own process — and choose your community wisely  ✅ Take smart, concrete action outside your comfort zoneLet this episode help unlock your next big win. Links: https://Struggling to Book? DaJuan's Self-Tape Playbook Could Be Your Answer! Get It Here ---> www.selftapeplaybook.com Instagram @thinkbiggercoachingConnect with us on IG @theglobalactorThe Global Actor Podcast is brought to you in large part by sustaining contributions from our amazing Patreon Supporters; Thank you, thank you! Special Shoutout to Creative Powerhouses: Darcey Rhoads, Helene McCardle, James Reitz, Joe Knapp, Lori Holt, Maria Makis, Patrick Tokarz, Philip Estrin, Rachael Warren-Allen, Roodley Dorleans, and Shelley Philips who are supporting at our highest level. Thank you, we are so grateful for you! Grow in community with us! If you’re listening to this and want to go deeper into the podcast content and explore behind-the-scenes adventures, we’d love to invite you into our patreon community! Our next Celebration & Intentions event is Friday, June 12, 2026. Join us at https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheGlobalActor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's 2026 and this episode is more relevant than ever. The Federal Reserve recently revised the U.S. Job growth statistics for Q4 2025 and Q1 2026 to accurately reflect the numbers. There were ZERO jobs created. It's more important than ever to be thinking of yourself as an entrepreneur and the creative CEO of YOUR actor or creative business and make sure you're diversifying your company's portfolio.Let’s dive into a career pivot that had the greatest impact on my journey— discovering audiobook narration. If you find yourself hustling waiting tables, driving uber or working other non-creative jobs that suck your energy and leave you feeling exhausted… there is another way, and this episode is for YOU!We'll explore the powerful practice of checking in with yourself and your business, and discuss how moving into audiobook narration can provide both creative fulfillment and financial stability. I'll share my personal story of transitioning from theatre roles to becoming a sought-after audiobook narrator, highlighting actionable strategies that led me to book over 175 audiobooks. You'll learn why audiobook narration leverages your acting skills, how it can position you as an industry leader without needing an agent, and why it's a brilliant way for union actors to reap SAG-AFTRA benefits. Plus, discover how building repeatable systems in this niche can offer you the flexibility and independence to thrive. If you’re ready to take the plunge into audiobook narration, you’re in for actionable insights and a special invitation to my free live class, "Narrate Your Way to Abundance." Let’s dive in!This Episode features a new intro/outro published today and main content published 9/5/2024Links:Begin or expand your audiobook narration journey via my free class - Narrate Your Way To Abundance https://audiobookadventure.com/class/The Global Actor Podcast is brought to you in large part by sustaining contributions from our amazing Patreon Supporters; Thank you, thank you! Special Shoutout to Creative Powerhouses: Darcey Rhoads, Helene McCardle, James Reitz, Lori Holt, Maria Makis, Patrick Tokarz, Philip Estrin, Rachael Warren-Allen, Roodley Dorleans, and Shelley Philips who are supporting at our highest level. Thank you, we are so grateful for you! Grow in community with us! If you’re listening to this and want to go deeper into the podcast content and explore behind-the-scenes adventures, we’d love to invite you to our patreon! Our next Celebration & Intentions event happens Friday, April 3, 2026. Join us at https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheGlobalActor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Milena Pagan traded an MIT-trained engineering path for the heat of the kitchen and never looked back. Elise sits down with the James Beard-nominated, Food Network-winning chef and founder of Little Sister to talk quitting “stable,” setting goals that actually work, building boundaries to avoid burnout, and designing a creative life that fits.Roll up your sleeves, grab a coffee, and hit play! This one’s to help you make your creative life sustainable, joyful, and authentically YOU.Links:To Read Milena’s Blog or for information on traveling  visit https://www.milenapagan.comReserve, Visit, Dine Little Sister PVD, RI https://www.littlesisterpvd.com/Stop in @ Rebelle Bagles Cambridge, MA https://www.rebelleartisanbagels.com/Follow on Instagram:@milena.pagan @littlesiderpvd @rebelleartisanbagelsExpand your entrepreneurship today via Narrate Your Way To Abundance Free Class https://audiobookadventure.com/class/The Global Actor Podcast is brought to you in large part by sustaining contributions from our amazing Patreon Supporters; Thank you, thank you! Special Shoutout to Creative Powerhouses: Darcey Rhoads, Drumsinger Michelle, Helene McCardle, Lori Holt, Maria Makis, Patrick Tokarz, Philip Estrin, Rachael Warren-Allen, Roodley Dorleans, and Shelley Philips who are supporting at our highest level. Thank you, we are so grateful for you! If you’re listening to this and want to go deeper into the podcast content and explore behind-the-scenes adventures, we’d love to invite you to our patreon! Join us at https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheGlobalActor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is there really enough work out there for all of us as actors?Can you actually make the leap from side hustles and scarcity to creative abundance—and what does it look like to manifest those opportunities?You've heard the whispers: "There's no work," "Don't get into audiobooks," "If you share, there’s less for you..."But what if the truth is there’s so much more available than you think?This week on The Global Actor Podcast, I’m thrilled to introduce you to the bright light who is award-winning audiobook narrator and actor, AhDream Smith! A graduate of The Great Audiobook Adventure™ with over 40 audiobook titles, an AudioFile Earphones Award, and a background in both regional and Off-Broadway theater, she’s living proof that a creative life built on service, abundance, and integrity is possible.Let’s keep the convo going beyond today’s episode!Links: ✨ Enrollment is now open for The Great Audiobook Adventure™ at  www.audiobookadventure.comJoin us for our Next Celebrations & Intentions Room happening Friday, Feb 6th - https://www.patreon.com/posts/celebration-149768530The Girls Who Grew Big ~ Leila MottleyStrange Fruit ~Ya Ya Schoefield @chasingAhDreamNarrate Your Way To Abundance Free Class https://audiobookadventure.com/class/The Global Actor Podcast is brought to you in large part by sustaining contributions from our amazing Patreon Supporters; Thank you, thank you! Special Shoutout to Creative Powerhouses: Darcey Rhoads, Drumsinger Michelle, Helene McCardle, Lori Holt, Maria Makis, Patrick Tokarz, Philip Estrin, Rachael Warren-Allen, Roodley Dorleans, and Shelley Philips who are supporting at our highest level. Thank you, we are so grateful for you! If you’re listening to this and would like to be a part of our patreon community we would love to have you and support you there! Head over to https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheGlobalActor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Step into your “star power” to become a BOOKING MAGNET!Whether you're an actor, multi-hyphenate creative, or anyone looking to bring more authenticity, focus, and abundance into your career, this episode is for you!In this inspiring conversation, award-winning actress, coach, and “booking magnet” Christine Horn breaks down what it really takes to attract opportunities, own your gifts, and stop playing small.We get into: ✨ Why it’s time to stop hiding your gifts—and how sharing your unique blend of talents is actually an act of service✨ How to move past the “old rules” of being just one thing and embrace all the creative hats you wear✨ What “playing small” really means, and how to overcome the thought patterns that keep you stuck✨ How industry expectations around self-promotion and marketing yourself have changed—and why it’s essential✨ Behind-the-scenes stories from Christine Horn’s standout TV roles (including Timeless and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds), and the power of representationGet Christine’s Booking Magnet Blueprint here: https://hollywood-bound-actors.kit.com/blueprint!Want more Christine inspo? Follow her on IG @hollywoodboundactors: —-If you’re enjoying the show, we’d be so grateful if you’d leave a positive rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Audible. It’s a small, free moment of support that helps The Global Actor™ Podcast reach more storytellers like you. 🎧✨The Global Actor Podcast is brought to you in large part by sustaining contributions from our amazing Patreon Supporters; Thank you, thank you! Special Shoutout to Creative Powerhouses: Darcey Rhoads, Drumsinger Michelle, Helene McCardle, Lori Holt, Maria Makis, Patrick Tokarz, Philip Estrin, Rachael Warren-Allen, Roodley Dorleans, and Shelley Philips who are supporting at our highest level. We are so grateful for you! Come join the party over on The Global Actor Patreon, where the podcast continues with extra resources, bonus episodes, and community support. patreon.com/theglobalactor 🎧✨ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Seasonally, it’s a great time to prune back some of the old growth! Elise is joined by studio wrangler and creative co-conspirator: Justin Marra.They're doing some emotional fall cleaning, sharing bittersweet goodbyes, and garden metaphors galore. The dynamic duo reveal the signs you should look for to know when it's time to kill your darlings--welcome to a fresh-cut all new Global Actor Podcast episode!If you like what you hear please leave a positive rating and review, especially on Audible and Apple podcasts.Then join us over in our brand new Patreon Community for our companion “Shaking the Tree” Podcast and more insider content and support ✨ : https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheGlobalActor/membershipConnect with us anytime on Instagram @theglobalactor The Global Actor is always free to listen to, but it isn't free to make. Please consider supporting the show by joining our Patreon. There you can engage with other listeners, enjoy behind the scenes content, and watch our companion video podcast "Shaking The Tree" where you can learn more about what's happening bts at TreeCave Creative and The Global Actor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season two is calling—pull on your bravest boots, it’s our guide through story, practice, and community: Elise Arsenault. TED Talk tales, rituals for resilience, a spark of human connection, and a dash of resistance melted by flow. The invite is open: join the journey, feel the impact, it’s an all-new season of The Global Actor Podcast.Links:www.theglobalactor.com/podcastWatch Elise's TED Talk on the Power of Human Storytelling In The Age of AI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PDlR76DPkSs&t=23s🚀 Want to go deeper? Join me for my free intro class happening NOW. It’s called Narrate Your Way to Abundance, and you’ll learn 3 tools in my framework that helps actors book thriving work narrating often and making an ongoing, lucrative income stream working with publishers. Register TODAY https://audiobookadventure.com/class/Connect with us anytime on Instagram @theglobalactor - https://www.instagram.com/theglobalactor/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hot take for your summer hustle: the freelancer mindset is out—CEO energy is in. If you’ve been feeling stuck in scarcity talk or surrounded by “you can’t do that” noise… it’s time to flip the script.In this season finale of The Global Actor Podcast, we’re diving into what it really means to run your creative life like a business (without selling your soul). We’re talking:Sustainable systemsConscious capitalism (yes, it can exist)And how doing this your way actually gives you more time, money, and energy to support the people + causes you care about most.Imperfect endings are still worth celebrating, and this one’s got heart. Thanks for riding with us this season—we’ll see you after a little summer pause. ☀️ Until then, repeat after me: I’m allowed to build my career my way.🚀 Want to go deeper? Join me for my free intro class happening NOW. It’s called Narrate Your Way to Abundance, and you’ll learn 3 tools in my framework that help actors book thriving work narrating often and create an ongoing, flexible income stream working with publishers. Register TODAY https://audiobookadventure.com/class/Connect with us on Instagram @theglobalactor - https://www.instagram.com/theglobalactor/ You’ll connect directly with Elise in the DMs! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shine up your light and grab your ukulele, we’ve got the radiant Arischa Conner as my guest today! Arischa dishes mindset magic, leaping into your calling, hanging with Samuel L. Jackson, and her love for the all things spicy romance. From stage to set, studio to self-love, your sweet Southern auntie inspires in this all-new episode of The Global Actor.@arischaisastar https://www.instagram.com/@arischaisastarLinks:Dopesick  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lUVR63ZHLV4 Last Days of Ptolomey Grey. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_T1IqlQba4Swagger https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87A_aLJOY4gThe Four Winds ttps://www.amazon.com/The-Four-Winds-A-Novel/dp/B0882VNQKS/Until I met you https://www.amazon.com/Audible-Until-I-Met-You/dp/B09YFLVV3L🚀 Want to go deeper? Join me for my free intro class happening NOW. It’s called Narrate Your Way to Abundance, and you’ll learn 3 tools in my framework that helps actors book thriving work narrating often and making an ongoing, lucrative income stream working with publishers. Registration closes TODAY Join before 11:59pm June 26th @ https://audiobookadventure.com/class/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you know your relationship with money may be holding you back in your creative career? Yup, you read that right!This episode is for you if you’re willing to release the scarcity, ditch the "starving artist" myth, and invite more abundance into both your money mindset and your creative career.In this episode, I’m joined by certified trauma-informed financial wellness coach (and former TV producer - The Bachelor, Better Late Than Never) Katy Chen Mazzara, who shares practical and deeply compassionate wisdom for freelancers, artists, and multi-hyphenates:🔥 The real origins of the "starving artist" stereotype—and why it doesn’t have to be your reality🔥 How to overcome money worries and build a financial safety net—without depriving yourself of joy🔥 Simple tools for shifting your money mindset from survival mode to abundance🔥 Why your unique authenticity and life experience are your greatest creative (and financial) assets🔥 How trauma, emotions, and mindset shape our financial lives—and what you can do to heal and grow🔥 The power of creative community and celebrating wins (with manifesting tips you can actually use!)Plus, Katy shares resources you can use right away, including emergency fund tips, mindset shifts, and her free Mindful Money Mastery Guide.https://www.subscribepage.com/mindfulmoneymasteryElise and Katy also chat about upcoming retreats and ways to deepen connection and growth in person.Check out Katy’s upcoming Embody Abundance Retreat Here: https://katychenmazzara.thrivecart.com/embody-abundance-retreat/Connect with Katy on Instagram @katychenmazzarahttps://www.instagram.com/katychenmazzara/Tune in if you’re ready to step into your worth, get practical about your finances, and experience more freedom and flow as a global actor or creative entrepreneur.(And yes, you’ll get podcast/TV recs, too!)For more connection and support, join us for this month's free Celebration and Intention community event on Friday June 6, 2025. https://bit.ly/GlobalActorCelebrationsYour voice is power. Don’t let anything take that away! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feeling overwhelmed—or totally over it—when it comes to social media?You’re not alone. There are so many myths floating around like: ❌ “No one will notice me unless I’m already famous.” ❌ “All the good opportunities come from cold pitching or insider connections.” ❌ “Social media takes way too much time.”In this episode of The Global Actor Podcast, social media strategist (and former performer!) Heidi Dean joins us to bust those myths wide open.After pivoting from a 20-year acting career, Heidi built a thriving business—without a single cold email. She shares exactly how she landed clients, speaking gigs, and dream collaborations just by showing up strategically and authentically online.🎧 Tune in for a fresh perspective on what social media can really do for your creative career—and how to make it work for you, without the burnout.✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:Why social media matters way more than self-promotionPost ideas that are actually doable (no more staring at a blank screen!)How to connect with collaborators, clients, and fans—without the sleazeEasy strategies to stay consistent and protect your mental healthWhy showing up beats showing off, every timePlus: 💡 How life pivots can lead to career breakthroughs 💡 The power of consistency over perfection 💡 What it really means to build a presence that attracts opportunities to YOU🎯 Whether you're an actor, narrator, or multi-passionate creative—this convo is packed with truth bombs, encouragement, and tactical tips to help you feel more confident online.🚀 Ready to ditch the pressure and start showing up with purpose? Hit play now and let’s flip the script on social media.📸 Had an aha moment? Share it on Instagram and tag @theglobalactor to spread the word! 🔗 Grab Heidi’s free guide with 31 Social Media Post Ideas for narrators and voice actors at https://www.marketing4actors.com/free-resources 📱 Follow Heidi at @marketing4actors or connect with her on LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Craving more opportunities in your creative career? Have you ever felt like self-doubt is the biggest thing holding you back? Like you're one step away from a breakthrough, but something keeps stopping you from fully stepping into your power?In this episode of The Global Actor Podcast, I sit down with the unstoppable Audiobook Adventurer and TGAA Community Mentor, director and narrator, Michelle Price to unpack her transformative journey—one fueled by the incredible power of self-belief. Whether you’re just starting out, navigating a career pivot, or a seasoned pro looking for renewed confidence, is packed with insights to help you own your path and trust your voice.Together, we dive into:✨ The magic of celebrating small wins—and why they matter more than you think✨ Michelle’s unconventional path into audiobook narration (and the lessons she learned along the way)✨ Why belief in yourself isn’t just a mindset—it’s the foundation for lasting successPlus, we’re challenging YOU to tap into the power of community—because accountability, camaraderie, and positivity can be game-changers when it comes to staying the course.🎧 Ready to reignite your confidence and take bold action toward your goals? Hit play, and let’s rewrite the narrative—one powerful step at a time.Then join us at our next FREE Community event:Celebration & Intentions Roombit.ly/GlobalActorCelebrationsLINKS:Michelle’s Audiobook Recs:The Never List:https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Never-List-Audiobook/B0DZXZRLKDConnect with Michelle:Instagram.com/michellereadingoutloudhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/michellereadingoutloud/www.facebook.com/Michellereadingoutloudmichellereadingoutloud@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There’s A LOT going on in the world, and it’s probably affecting YOU in some way right now. In this episode of The Global Actor podcast I’m guiding  you through the disappointment that pops up in your acting or creative career. This episode is meant to help you learn to not just survive, but thrive in today's unpredictable landscape. Whether you're a seasoned performer or just stepping onto the scene, this episode is your ticket to embracing uncertainty and turning challenges into triumphs.I offer 4 entrepreneurial strategies you need to embrace as a successful creative CEO.✨ Learn how to craft a compelling roadmap for your career. 🔍 Discover the power of staying open and flexible. 🎯 Commit to your dreams with unwavering focus. 🎨 Unleash your creativity to combat anxiety and reignite your passion.Links: Dream Big Plan Smart A Global Actor Industry Bruch + Workshop NYCThis episode I also reference Martha Beck’s new book Beyond Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.