• There's No Winning The Blame Game
    Sep 3 2026
    Are you stuck blaming the industry, AI, or luck for your stalled VO career? It’s time for real change.Discover why blame is secretly draining your power and stopping your voice over dreams before they start. In this actionable guide, you’ll shift from feeling powerless to taking smart, strategic control without toxic positivity. Uncover the mindset and tactics top pros use to bypass obstacles and finally move from stuck to unstoppable.The Voice Actor’s First 50 Contacts Swipe File: https://welcome.vopro.pro/first-50-co...#voiceover #VOPro #voiceacting #careeradvice #mindset #entrepreneurs #selfsabotage #accountabilityLinks: (When possible, I use affiliate links and may earn a commission. See disclosure below.)▶️ Subscribe: https://vopro.pro/youtube🎗️ Support: https://vopro.pro/support🆓 Free Voice Actor Resources: https://vopro.pro/freesources📈 Work with Me: https://vopro.pro/workwithme🎧 The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast🪜 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://vopro.pro/7steps📭 Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors and Creative Pros: https://vopro.pro/mti🖥️ Facebook: https://vopro.pro/facebook🛒 The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop🎙️ My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.comTools and Tech: 💲 Solopreneur and small business accounting: https://vopro.pro/quickbooks (Get 50% off)📑 Create beautiful resources, e-books, and presentations like mine in minutes: https://vopro.pro/typeset📘 Recommended Book List with Links: https://vopro.pro/booklist⚙️ Tools I Use with Links: https://vopro.pro/gearlist🎯 Lead generation and targeting: Apollo.io: https://vopro.pro/apollo🛒 The world's best checkout cart: SamCart: https://vopro.pro/samcart🌳 Way Better than Linktree: https://vopro.pro/pillar🖊️ The best social media publisher I've found: https://vopro.pro/publerDisclosure: Affiliate marketing is an great way to generate revenue as a content creator. Some links in my video descriptions are affiliate links and I may earn a commission should you make a purchase after clicking them. I only link to items I recommend. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.About (Paul) Schmidt:Paul Schmidt is a successful voice actor, community builder, and voiceover business coach. He's also the creator of the VO Freedom Master Plan, a voiceover marketing program designed to generate consistent opportunities for voice actors to book work, and the VO Pro Community, a private, professional, global community created to meet the needs of voice actors and audiobook narrators who want to take their careers to the next level. Paul has been a voice actor for over 25 years and full-time for the last several. He lives in beautiful Richmond, VA.Send us Fan MailSupport the show
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  • Why Voice Actors Quit BEFORE Things Start Working
    Aug 27 2026
    Most voice actors quit right before real success. Don’t let it happen to you. Here’s how to win.Discover why talented voice actors walk away just before their careers take off and how you can avoid being another almost-made-it story. This video exposes the hidden killers of VO dreams: impatience, burnout, and the myth of overnight success. Learn how to build lasting momentum, outlast the messy middle, and become the exception.5-Day Mindset Reset Email Mini-Course: https://welcome.vopro.pro/5-day-minds...#VoiceActing #VoiceOverTips #VOBusiness #VOPro #VoiceActorSuccess #DontQuit #VoiceOverTrainingLinks: (When possible, I use affiliate links and may earn a commission. See disclosure below.)▶️ Subscribe: https://vopro.pro/youtube🎗️ Support: https://vopro.pro/support🆓 Free Voice Actor Resources: https://vopro.pro/freesources📈 Work with Me: https://vopro.pro/workwithme🎧 The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast🪜 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://vopro.pro/7steps📭 Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors and Creative Pros: https://vopro.pro/mti🖥️ Facebook: https://vopro.pro/facebook🛒 The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop🎙️ My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.comTools and Tech: 💲 Solopreneur and small business accounting: https://vopro.pro/quickbooks (Get 50% off)📑 Create beautiful resources, e-books, and presentations like mine in minutes: https://vopro.pro/typeset📘 Recommended Book List with Links: https://vopro.pro/booklist⚙️ Tools I Use with Links: https://vopro.pro/gearlist🎯 Lead generation and targeting: Apollo.io: https://vopro.pro/apollo🛒 The world's best checkout cart: SamCart: https://vopro.pro/samcart🌳 Way Better than Linktree: https://vopro.pro/pillar🖊️ The best social media publisher I've found: https://vopro.pro/publerDisclosure: Affiliate marketing is an great way to generate revenue as a content creator. Some links in my video descriptions are affiliate links and I may earn a commission should you make a purchase after clicking them. I only link to items I recommend. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.About (Paul) Schmidt:Paul Schmidt is a successful voice actor, community builder, and voiceover business coach. He's also the creator of the VO Freedom Master Plan, a voiceover marketing program designed to generate consistent opportunities for voice actors to book work, and the VO Pro Community, a private, professional, global community created to meet the needs of voice actors and audiobook narrators who want to take their careers to the next level. Paul has been a voice actor for over 25 years and full-time for the last several. He lives in beautiful Richmond, VA.Send us Fan MailSupport the show
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    21 mins
  • Positioning Problems in Voice Over Marketing
    Aug 20 2026

    Struggling to explain what you do as a voice actor?

    Unlock your brand & land more gigs! This video reveals why most voice actors fail at describing their work, how brand clarity unlocks full-time bookings, and the best messaging tips from real industry experiences.

    You'll discover actionable steps to stand out, get remembered, and actually get hired.

    🎁 THE VOICE ACTOR'S GUIDE TO POSITIONING AGAINST AI: https://welcome.vopro.pro/ai-positioning-guide

    #VoiceActor #VoiceOver #Branding #VOPro #NicheMarketing #FreelanceVoice #VoiceOverTips

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    About (Paul) Schmidt:
    Paul Schmidt is a successful voice actor, community builder, and voiceover business coach.

    He's also the creator of the VO Freedom Master Plan, a voiceover marketing program designed to generate consistent opportunities for voice actors to book work, and the VO Pro Community, a private, professional, global community created to meet the needs of voice actors and audiobook narrators who want to take their careers to the next level.

    Paul has been a voice actor for over 25 years and full-time for the last several. He lives in beautiful Richmond, VA.

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    17 mins
  • The Most Ignored Skill in VO Marketing
    Aug 13 2026

    Are invisible skills holding back your VO career?

    Discover what really lands voice actors consistent gigs! Unlock the true secrets to steady bookings, not just better vocal technique.

    In this video, we reveal the off-mic skills that transform part-timers into full-time voice over professionals: communication, consistency, professionalism, relationships, organization, resilience, and systems.

    Packed with real stories, quick wins, and proven strategies you can start using today.

    Get The 7-Day VO Outreach Roadmap FREE: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-day-outreach-challenge-roadmap

    Start your full VO journey: https://vopro.pro/vopro

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    📘 Recommended Book List with Links: https://vopro.pro/booklist
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    Disclosure: Affiliate marketing is an great way to generate revenue as a content creator. Some links in my video descriptions are affiliate links and I may earn a commission should you make a purchase after clicking them. I only link to items I recommend. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    About (Paul) Schmidt:
    Paul Schmidt is a successful voice actor, community builder, and voiceover business coach.

    He's also the creator of the VO Freedom Master Plan, a voiceover marketing program designed to generate consistent opportunities for voice actors to book work, and the VO Pro Community, a private, professional, global community created to meet the needs of voice actors and audiobook narrators who want to take their careers to the next level.

    Paul has been a voice actor for over 25 years and full-time for the last several. He lives in beautiful Richmond, VA.

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    16 mins
  • What Casting Directors REALLY Want, with Adria Tennor
    Jul 16 2026
    If you’ve ever wondered what casting directors are really looking for, this conversation is for you.Actor, director, coach, and Casting DNA creator Adria Tennor joins me to share the lessons she’s learned from decades in television, film, and coaching actors. From booking roles on Mad Men and JAG to helping actors discover their authentic casting type, Adria explains why so many performers struggle to book consistently and what actually makes someone memorable in the audition room.In this episode, you’ll learn:• What casting directors actually want to see• Why trying to be “more versatile” can hurt your career• How to identify your authentic casting type• Why creating your own work can accelerate your career• How relationships open more doors than auditions alone• Why nerves aren’t your enemy and how to use them to your advantageWhether you’re an actor, voice actor, or creative professional, you’ll walk away with practical advice you can apply to your next audition and your long-term career.Get $50 off Adria’s Casting DNA program: https://adriatennor.com/voproLearn more about VO Pro: https://vopro.pro#VoiceActing #Acting #Auditions #CastingDirector #ActorLife #VoiceOver #VoiceActor #SelfTape #ActingCoach #CareerAdvice #Performance #VOProLinks: (When possible, I use affiliate links and may earn a commission. See disclosure below.)▶️ Subscribe: https://vopro.pro/youtube🆓 Free Voice Actor Resources: https://vopro.pro/freesources📈 Work with Me: https://vopro.pro/workwithme🎧 The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast🪜 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://vopro.pro/7steps📭 Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors and Creative Pros: https://vopro.pro/mti🖥️ Facebook: https://vopro.pro/facebook🛒 The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop🎙️ My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.comTools and Tech: 💲 Solopreneur and small business accounting: https://vopro.pro/quickbooks (Get 50% off)📑 Create beautiful resources, e-books, and presentations like mine in minutes: https://vopro.pro/typeset📘 Recommended Book List with Links: https://vopro.pro/booklist⚙️ Tools I Use with Links: https://vopro.pro/gearlist🎯 Lead generation and targeting: Apollo.io: https://vopro.pro/apollo🛒 The world's best checkout cart: SamCart: https://vopro.pro/samcart🌳 Way Better than Linktree: https://vopro.pro/pillar🖊️ The best social media publisher I've found: https://vopro.pro/publerDisclosure: Affiliate marketing is an great way to generate revenue as a content creator. Some links in my video descriptions are affiliate links and I may earn a commission should you make a purchase after clicking them. I only link to items I recommend. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.About (Paul) Schmidt:Paul Schmidt is a successful voice actor, community builder, and voiceover business coach. He's also the creator of the VO Freedom Master Plan, a voiceover marketing program designed to generate consistent opportunities for voice actors to book work, and the VO Pro Community, a private, professional, global community created to meet the needs of voice actors and audiobook narrators who want to take their careers to the next level. Paul has been a voice actor for over 25 years and full-time for the last several. He lives in beautiful Richmond, VA.Send us Fan MailSupport the show
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    27 mins
  • The Hidden Problem With LinkedIn Marketing for Voice Actors
    Jun 18 2026

    Struggling to get VO gigs on LinkedIn even when you do everything "right” Here’s the truth.

    Most voice actors flounder on LinkedIn by following surface-level advice.

    In this video, you’ll discover why connection requests and profile tweaks rarely lead to bookings and the invisible funnel pros use to turn cold contacts into clients, fast.

    Learn step-by-step how to move conversations off LinkedIn, build genuine industry relationships, and land more voice over work without spamming or sounding desperate.

    Dive deeper:
    Get the Invisible Funnel Flowchart (Free Download): https://welcome.vopro.pro/invisible-funnel-flowhart

    #VoiceOver #LinkedInTips #VoiceActors #ClientBooking #Networking #VOPro

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    🪜 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://vopro.pro/7steps

    📭 Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors and Creative Pros: https://vopro.pro/mti

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    🛒 The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop

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    Tools and Tech:
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    📘 Recommended Book List with Links: https://vopro.pro/booklist
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    🎯 Lead generation and targeting: Apollo.io: https://vopro.pro/apollo
    🛒 The world's best checkout cart: SamCart: https://vopro.pro/samcart
    🌳 Way Better than Linktree: https://vopro.pro/pillar
    🖊️ The best social media publisher I've found: https://vopro.pro/publer

    Disclosure: Affiliate marketing is an great way to generate revenue as a content creator. Some links in my video descriptions are affiliate links and I may earn a commission should you make a purchase after clicking them. I only link to items I recommend. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    About (Paul) Schmidt:
    Paul Schmidt is a successful voice actor, community builder, and voiceover business coach.

    He's also the creator of the VO Freedom Master Plan, a voiceover marketing program designed to generate consistent opportunities for voice actors to book work, and the VO Pro Community, a private, professional, global community created to meet the needs of voice actors and audiobook narrators who want to take their careers to the next level.

    Paul has been a voice actor for over 25 years and full-time for the last several. He lives in beautiful Richmond, VA.

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    12 mins
  • Why Confidence Alone Doesn’t Build a Voice Over Business
    Jun 4 2026

    Are you stuck waiting for confidence before going pro in VO? Stop! Action, not waiting, builds real careers.

    Struggling to call yourself a voice actor? This video exposes the Confidence Trap: why waiting for confidence before you act is killing your progress.

    Discover stories of voice actors who stayed stuck, and learn how imperfect action, not endless prep, creates real, lasting confidence.

    See why tracking your weekly risks is the secret weapon for getting booked, going full-time, and finally escaping the comfort zone.

    🎁 Download your free Voice Actor's Risk Log: https://welcome.vopro.pro/risk-log

    #voiceover #voiceacting #confidence #mindset #voprotips #voiceactor #imperfectaction #perfectionism #careeradvice


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    📭 Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors and Creative Pros: https://vopro.pro/mti

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    💲 Solopreneur and small business accounting: https://vopro.pro/quickbooks (Get 50% off)
    📑 Create beautiful resources, e-books, and presentations like mine in minutes: https://vopro.pro/typeset
    📘 Recommended Book List with Links: https://vopro.pro/booklist
    ⚙️ Tools I Use with Links: https://vopro.pro/gearlist
    🎯 Lead generation and targeting: Apollo.io: https://vopro.pro/apollo
    🛒 The world's best checkout cart: SamCart: https://vopro.pro/samcart
    🌳 Way Better than Linktree: https://vopro.pro/pillar
    🖊️ The best social media publisher I've found: https://vopro.pro/publer

    Disclosure: Affiliate marketing is an great way to generate revenue as a content creator. Some links in my video descriptions are affiliate links and I may earn a commission should you make a purchase after clicking them. I only link to items I recommend. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    About (Paul) Schmidt:
    Paul Schmidt is a successful voice actor, community builder, and voiceover business coach.

    He's also the creator of the VO Freedom Master Plan, a voiceover marketing program designed to generate consistent opportunities for voice actors to book work, and the VO Pro Community, a private, professional, global community created to meet the needs of voice actors and audiobook narrators who want to take their careers to the next level.

    Paul has been a voice actor for over 25 years and full-time for the last several. He lives in beautiful Richmond, VA.

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    12 mins
  • Talent vs. Business Skill in Voice Over
    May 21 2026

    Are you a talented voice actor, but your bank account says otherwise? The problem often isn’t your skill set.

    Discover why so many voice actors stay broke, even with real talent, and how you can finally break free from the starving artist cycle.

    In this video, we’ll reveal the hidden habits sabotaging your income, unpack actionable steps for building a sustainable voiceover business, and share the real mindset shifts that transform side hustlers into full-time pros.

    Ready to ditch avoidance, own your niche, and market with confidence? Watch now for your roadmap to bookings, income, and creative freedom.

    Take the free Voice Actor Avoidance Audit & Scorecard: https://welcome.vopro.pro/avoidance-audit

    SAVE 50% when you join VO Pro with code HIDDEN50: https://vopro.pro/vopro

    #voiceover #voiceacting #voiceactorbusiness #starvingartist #creativeentrepreneur #vopro #fulltimevoiceover #mindsetshift #breakthecycle

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    🪜 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://vopro.pro/7steps

    📭 Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors and Creative Pros: https://vopro.pro/mti

    🖥️ Facebook: https://vopro.pro/facebook

    🛒 The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop

    🎙️ My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com

    Tools and Tech:
    💲 Solopreneur and small business accounting: https://vopro.pro/quickbooks (Get 50% off)
    💻 Device and fraud protection: Norton Small Business: https://vopro.pro/norton
    📑 Create beautiful resources, e-books, and presentations like mine in minutes: https://vopro.pro/typeset
    📘 Recommended Book List with Links: https://vopro.pro/booklist
    ⚙️ Tools I Use with Links: https://vopro.pro/gearlist
    🎯 Lead generation and targeting: Apollo.io: https://vopro.pro/apollo
    🛒 The world's best checkout cart: SamCart: https://vopro.pro/samcart
    🌳 Way Better than Linktree: https://vopro.pro/pillar
    🖊️ The best social media publisher I've found: https://vopro.pro/publer

    Disclosure: Affiliate marketing is an great way to generate revenue as a content creator. Some links in my video descriptions are affiliate links and I may earn a commission should you make a purchase after clicking them. I only link to items I recommend. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    About (Paul) Schmidt:
    Paul Schmidt is a successful voice actor, community builder, and voiceover business coach.

    He's also the creator of the VO Freedom Master Plan, a voiceover marketing program designed to generate consistent opportunities for voice actors to book work, and the VO Pro Community, a private, professional, global community created to meet the needs of voice actors and audiobook narrators who want to take their careers to the next level.

    Paul has been a voice actor for over 25 years and full-time for the last several. He lives in beautiful Richmond, VA.

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    11 mins