The genuine words combined with the advice makes this the most helpful video I’ve come across.

This was very discouraging and deflating!

Doing a DIY demo all by yourself - then I agree with everything you say here. However if you get a ‘crew’ together to help you out with opinions based on individual knowledge like writing or audio engineering - then this entire video is moot. Your video is far too absolute Sir.

I must admit that your advice and guidance are spot-on compared to other voice-over talent on KZbin. I have been following your content closely to make informed decisions about my impending voice-over career.

Hey there Paul 👋 I’m an actor of 25 years pivoting in to VO, I’m very happy i came across your channel & community. Looking forward to diving in with you guys. Thank you for all the level headed advice, straight talk and guidance. Ill see you around 🙃

Those are some stylish frames, Paul. Lookin' sharp! Thanks for the awesome video, as always.

100% guilty of not taking care of my voice at conferences... but it's SO WORTH IT!

Hello Paul, as an industry veteran, full time pro voice actor, I must congratulate you first and foremost for your honesty and zeal. It's so easy to be yet another voice guru in an already crowded marketplace; you come across as sincere, you share the truth behind a not-so-glamourous industry, and offer sound, well grounded advice. Thank you for dispelling myths spread will nilly by so many others, and kudos to you!

There are great resources in your video Paul, thank you! 😊

On point, as always!

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This was right on time sir! Thanks!!

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Loved this video! Your advice on giving your best performance is key, just like how I feel about delivering the best emails. After switching to Filter Bounce, I have managed to keep my bounce rate under 1%. Real-time email verification has been crucial for my outreach strategy. If you are looking for reliable validation while cold emailing, definitely consider Filter Bounce.

Such an informative video! Your advice really mirrors my journey with cold emailing. Filter Bounce has been an essential tool for ensuring my emails land where they should. The accurate verification has improved my reputation significantly. If reducing bounce rates is a priority for you, give Filter Bounce a try.

Awesome video! It is so important to know your audience when sending cold emails. I have switched to Do You Mail recently, and it is made everything so much easier. Unlimited email sending from different domains means I can scale my outreach without limits. The automated DNS setup saves so much hassle. I really think you should explore Do You Mail for a smoother process in cold emailing.

Thanks for sharing these insights! Your point about the importance of clear communication hit home for me. Using Do You Mail has made my cold emailing process so efficient. The automatic SPF, DKIM, and DMARC configuration simplified my setup immensely. I highly suggest trying Do You Mail for anyone looking to enhance their outreach effectiveness.

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It's a dellima for us just starting out. I am all for acting and VO training, however seem like most coaches want $200 to $250 per 1 hour session. I don't have that kind of money. Sure, I can afford to do 4 or 5, but not a years worth.

I just love this video. Solid advice sprinkled with kindness all over. We need more KZbinrs like you.

As always, awesome video, Paul. Learned a lot. Thank you!

LOL - love the Mel Brooks skit! And always great advice to keep in mind in your voiceover BUSINESS!

Thanks for info for 25👍

I freaking love your transparency, candor, and dry humor Paul!

11:22 Man, this was so refreshing and reassuring to hear. #8 was my biggest realization in 2024. I can't be a machine, because burnouts are real and will happen! The existential feeling of guilt that comes when you are serious about VO (not a hobbyist here)...and you put 35-50 hours a week (and sometimes more) along with your paying job, it's a guarantee your brain will crack.

This is the best video you have ever done because you wearing Baltimore Ravens gear! :) Didn't realize you are from Baltimore Paul. The best tool I've found for leadgen for voiceover is going all in with KZbin channels. For some reason most actors, voice actors, and creatives fight me on this when I suggest it.

I just tried Hunter and WOW, it’s great

Outstanding interview. It's time to buck the trend and I am HERE for it! Interesting to note where the first five comments I see have come from...

This was a fantastic interview! Paul, you asked so many great questions and Christy was so incredibly informative and powerful. Thank you both!

What an incredible interview - packed with tons of truth bombs and deep insights. Seriously, SO much goodness here. Amazing job. Thank you for bringing the realness and fire!

For Paypal, should I make a personal account or business account?

So inspiring. 😃 Go Christy! What a great interview, Paul. Some very interesting questions (and responses!). I'm very glad to provide whatever support I can.

WOW!!! what a great interview, filled with information, insight and encouragement. Great job and Love this podcast as well. Thank you so much!!!

Thank you for the knowledge. I feel like it would take me a little quicker than most to do this, since I’ve been a hip hop vocalist, music producer, and audio engineer for 20 years. Also been doing video for 13 years. I wanted to go right into making my own demo but I want to respect the craft and get some training first.

Excellent video, thank for the tips. Too bad the ad before the video starts is for an AI voice company!

I do appreciate the heads up but you didn't give us any information on what voice over websites are better

Great stuff, Have a blessed holiday.

Did you mean Nimbleway Social Media Scraper for #7? Because Nimble is a CRM and I use it primarily for email prospecting. I don't see any options for tracking social media communication, just an easy way to pull in contact data about prospects from social media so that they can be email marketed to effectively.

Hello I'm from Poland and I can see the reason's why big corporation's would use AI and not care for human's that been used as voice , face , id .... Lets look at + in AI over human's : AI don't need to eat , sleep , be paid , go on break's , drink etc. And technology is unlimited ( technically ) . The really scary scenario is : The moment when some fool would give AI " free will " , the moment when " it " could recognize itself in mirror , and understood that is a creation that can learn faster , can be more beter than human and that it can log in or be connected to online many laptop's , smartphon's etc it will 100 % take advantege and take over. It give me the vibre of Terminator. CREEPY.

Have missed you, Paul! Killing it and giving the people what they need. Hope you're doing well!

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It's a video that hurts to listen to, but I think it lives up to the truth. I myself have recently suffered the ignorance of a video game dubbing studio for a poor DIY Voice Over Demo. This is not an easy industry and the competition is plenty and good. You have to be well prepared and play your cards very well. Without a doubt, a top DEMO should be a good "door opener" if you can afford it. There is another point to consider. A professional DEMO is fine but be very careful with the acoustic conditioning if you record from home. Are you going to offer the client the quality they have heard in your wonderful business card?... Greetings from Spain!

A great conversation, thanks. I really enjoyed her workshop in Dallas (and hearing you there too, Paul!).

If you have natural talent but no professional experience, can a diy demo get you work? How much does a pro demo cost/range? TY

Truer words have never been spoken. I was able years ago to speak at some length with Rob Paulsen, Maurice LaMarche, Dee Bradley Baker, and Townsend Coleman at some length before a San Diego Comic Con panel discussion. (I know a Nickelodeon Studios animator, and she took me to the "back room" and introduced me to them.) They all could not have been more kind, more gracious, and more giving of their time. Indeed, I can safely say that I've never met a voice-over actor who I didn't wish could be my best friend. Thanks, Paul, for not breaking that amazing streak.

Many, many thanks for simplifying the process!

This was a great chat. Libby is awesome!

Great info. Thanks for sharing!

Thanks for this one, Paul. Really great perspective and so many good things to keep in mind.

Fantastic. Thannk you so much for sharing. I enjoyed hearing about your new venture...and I had no idea Lego has Muppet figures...my son is gonna LOVE having his own Fozzie Bear! 😎