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Mar 63 min read
Creatives Suck At Money: Why?
Why creatives struggle with finances and how to succeed in the arts without the 'starving artist' label. Master money and creativity!
Aug 2, 20232 min read
Why Are We So Scared Of Money?
Why are we so scared of money, especially as a performer? How can we overcome our fear of money and develop a healthy relationship it!
Mar 15, 20232 min read
It's Tax Season!
Taxes are anything but simple when you’re running a voiceover business. I’m sharing the ways I prepare for tax season all year long...
Mar 1, 20233 min read
Why I Love Working from Home
I've been working-from-home for over 17 years. But am I truly an expert? Read on for my tips & tricks so you can decide for yourself...
Nov 7, 20222 min read
Getting Political (VO Style)
I've been hesitant to take on political work...until now. Get ready for the 2023 election cycle with me & hear my first political spot.
Oct 26, 20221 min read
Read Before You Voice
Pay attention to the content of scripts you voicing! We audition all day, but how often do we stop to analyze the text...
Sep 15, 20221 min read
Voice Acting & Your Worth
Need a quick refresher on knowing your worth as a voice actor? It all starts with discovering the 3 P's of your VO biz...
Sep 7, 20222 min read
Understanding Voiceover Rates - Buyouts
This month, Tom talks buyouts on broadcast vs. non-broadcast jobs, + why you shouldn't fear them!
Jul 20, 20221 min read
FREE Download: Cash Flow Tracking Template
Do you have no idea where your VO money is going? With a Cash Flow Tracking Sheet, you can track every penny that goes into and out of...
Jul 5, 20223 min read
Understanding Voiceover Rates, Part 1
What's a buyout, a rebuy, perpetuity, conflicts, and exclusivity? In this two-part blog, we will answer those questions and more...
May 17, 20223 min read
5 More Money Tips For Voiceover Freelancers
about five years ago I shared 10 voiceover tips for voice actors. I figured it's time to share some more!
Jan 18, 20222 min read
How to Prepare for Filing Your Taxes
It's never too early to prepare for filing your taxes. What can you do to get ahead of the game?
Nov 9, 20213 min read
Revisions
I've been recording a lot of revisions lately. But first, let's make sure we're on the same page about what "revisions" means...
Oct 12, 20214 min read
Landing An Agent, Part 2
Since the voiceover industry has changed so much, I thought it would be a good idea to revisit the concept of landing an agent.
Sep 14, 20213 min read
Backstage Buys Voice123
Backstage, an entertainment industry magazine and casting site, just acquired the online casting site Voice123. What does this mean...?
Aug 17, 20213 min read
How Important Is Your Audition?
Obviously your voiceover audition is important, but exactly how important is it? And why?
Aug 3, 20213 min read
What Kind of Agent Reps You?
What kind of voiceover agent represents you? Are they fighting tooth & nail to get you industry rates and fair terms?
Jun 1, 20212 min read
The New VO Strategist Blog!
Welcome to the new VO Strategist Blog! Well, it's not exactly new. The content is exactly the same now it's parked at VOStrategist.com/blog.
Apr 20, 20213 min read
Voiceovers and the SEP-IRA – The Not Silent Blog 4/20/21
Do you have a SEP-IRA? Do you even know what one is? Let’s zoom out for a sec for an IRA refresher… An IRA, or Individual Retirement...
Mar 16, 20212 min read
Voiceovers and the 1099 – The Not Silent Blog 3/16/21
The 1099 form is often confusing for voice actors filing their taxes for the first time. Here is some 1099 101… If you earn more than...
Feb 9, 20213 min read
Voiceovers and Transparency – The Not Silent Blog 02/09/21
Here is a lesson in transparency… Last week Matt DuBois, founder of Voice Casting Hub and Voiceovers.com created this post in a social...
Jan 5, 20212 min read
Your 2021 Cash Flow Goals – The Not Silent Blog 01/05/21
Ready to set your 2021 Cash Flow goals? Let’s do it…! Setting Cash Flow goals is often the most daunting challenge when you’re trying to...
Nov 10, 20202 min read
Voice Acting And Your Worth – The Not Silent Blog 11/09/20
What is your worth as a voice actor? I bring this up because over the weekend I led the Breakout Session, “Know Your Worth: A...
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