The VO Life

Hello 2026...Goodbye first Quarter of the 2000's. Think about that. If you are a Boomer or GenX or like me call yourself a BOOMER-X you are FEELING THESE YEARS PASS TOO FAST!!! Let's look back at the VO of 202 not with brand names and accolades but with humility and hope! Happy New Year to all the VO Life fans and THANK YOU for another year!!

My father had that saying .... stop spinning your wheels! I knew EXACTLY what he meant... do YOU??

September is 1/3 of the way over and I am laying out my REVISED PLANS for the final quarter based on how the year has gone and how I need to finish... especially related to MARKETING my strengths. As voice actors we learn quickly we are in the business of HIGH REJECTIONS whether it is an audition or when marketing... we get no response, feedack or anything most of the time. What can we do DIFFERENTLY? Tune in and see!#voiceactor #voiceacting #voiceover #marketing #smallbusiness The VO Life Podcast is sponsored by VOInbox and VOLeadsGet 25 Free Leads with your subscription to VOInbox by entering TheVOLife as your code!Visit https://voinbox.com/ to learn more about the services or email me! VOInbox does the prospecting AND e-mailing for you! What is yout TIME worth to you? Marketing is something that needs to happen and it takes time... and most get frustrated too soon and stop marketing and following up. It can take a year or longer for a prospect to convert. It can take an hour to find a qualified lead. It can take 15 mons... but even at 5 an hour ask yourself WHAT YOUR TIME IS WORTH then INVEST in your marketing and "forget it". Write your email templates and you are DONE and let VOInbox take it from there. How much time do YOU want to get back?Schedule time with Troy here: https://calendly.com/troyholdenvo15m "Get To Know You" Free Consult30m Paid Business Consult60m Paid Business ConsultVoiceover is a HARD business to learn and grow. It is NOT a "GET RICH QUICK" thing and it is NOT about having a great voice (sound). Voiceover is voice ACTING and learning to ACT and be connected to the story and copy is key. It doesn't happen overnight! Have a question about voiceover? Click the email link on my website after you visit! https://www.troyholdenvoices.com

In this conversation, Troy Holden and George Washington III discuss the transition from PC to Mac, the revival of the WOVO organization, and the importance of community and mentorship in the voice acting industry. They explore the unique unconference style of WovoCon, the significance of emotional connection in voice over work, and the challenges of navigating rates and negotiations in the industry, especially in the context of AI's growing presence.TakeawaysTransitioning to Apple can enhance productivity and creativity.WOVO aims to revive community engagement through unconference events.Building connections is as crucial as the content shared at conferences.Emotional connection is key in voice acting, not just information delivery.Mentorship programs can guide new voice actors through their journey.Understanding industry rates is essential for fair compensation.AI cannot replicate the emotional depth of human voice acting.Networking opportunities at smaller conferences foster lasting relationships.Voice actors should advocate for their worth in negotiations.Community support is vital for voice actors working in isolation.Navigating the Voice Acting LandscapeThe Power of Community in Voice Over"Everything is teachable.""We have to defend what we can defend.""AI can't act and it can't feel."Chapters00:00 Transitioning to Apple: A Personal Journey02:56 Reviving WOVO: The Unconference Approach05:53 Building Community Through WOVO08:58 The Importance of Personal Connections in Voice Acting11:57 Mentorship and Support in the Voiceover Industry15:01 Navigating the Voiceover Landscape: Lessons Learned23:49 Building Community and Experience in Voice Acting25:17 Understanding Voice Acting Rates26:38 Negotiating Rates and Client Expectations29:32 The Impact of AI on Voice Acting32:40 Emotional Connection vs. AI in Voice Work40:29 Connecting with the Voice Acting Community

Weird week, weird month, weird podcast. Lst minute stuff from July and is it time YOU made a pivot also??

In this conversation,Tim will delve into the significance of improvisation in voice acting, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, emotional connection, and the necessity of training and coaching. They all discuss the challenges of navigating the voice acting industry, the role of personal experiences in performance, and the value of community and networking. The conversation also touches on the realities of voice acting, the importance of maintaining a positive mindset, and the resources available for aspiring voice actors.voice acting, improv, authenticity, emotional connection, training, coaching, community, networking, personal experiences, industry insights

In this episode of The VO Life, hosts Troy Holden and Rodney Turner, along with guest Jessica Mathison, explore the multifaceted world of voiceover acting. They discuss Jessica's unexpected journey into voiceover, the importance of branding, the role of technology, and the significance of coaching and research in building a successful voiceover career. The conversation also touches on the emerging field of user-generated content (UGC) and the necessity of authenticity in voice acting. Throughout the discussion, the hosts share personal anecdotes and insights, providing valuable advice for both new and experienced voice actors.Chapters00:00Welcome to the VO Life03:38Jessica's Journey into Voiceover14:28Building a Voiceover Business27:20Lessons from Voiceover Projects30:34The Journey of Voice Acting Setups34:26Exploring User Generated Content (UGC) Opportunities39:37The Evolution of Technology in Voice Acting43:28Authenticity in Voice Acting and Coaching47:59Personal Stories and Growth in Voice Acting

This guy! 20 years deep into the biz and still brings the FRESH...and I have to say my favorite part is the WARNINGS he got doing VO while still working in radio... and how it led him to leave and do this all in! Chris brings a lot of fun to the podcast today and joins me and Kaset for an hour of convo!

Matt Sheppard took a very long bicycle ride from home one day and stopped pedaling when he reached Northern Greece! Now he is a full time voice actor after being on camera and is "planted" where he feels he should be. Join us and hear how Matt made his transition into the VO Life!

Kasey Hott is the former TV News Personality who decided after 15 years it was time for change and BOY did she make changes... marraige, move, new house and FULL TIME VO! Shar Albert is taking life on after declaring "It is MY time" and is deep into VO as an audiobook narrator and now other genres as she just won the VO LIFE mock audition! Join us in a fun conversation and hear how THEY did the deal and keep grinding in their version of THEIR VO LIVES!Want to be a guest? Have a VO STORY to tell? Maybe CO-HOST an episode or 2?? Email me at troy@troyholdenvoices.com and get on the list!

You cannot use a USB mic...You must have agents... You cannot make 6 figures with your accent... SAY IT AIN'T SO!! Things I was told and things some assume can add up to bogging you down. Don't believe everything you hear or see and work it out for your self with someone you trust. All of this is leading up to OVC in August and my session covering accepting yourself as you. YOU can do most anything!

You got the job! Congrats! Now how do you KEEP the client? This episode is all about LOSING a client and the fastest ways to do so plus how to turn those things into the ones you should do to KEEP a client.Need VO Business Advice? I offer consults starting with a 15m free consult that NEVER stops at 15m! To schedule with me click this link:BOOK 15 MINS Marketing is hard... you got this!!