Can your voice over career survive these rookie mistakes? Most miss #2—don’t let that be you!

Are you pouring your heart into voice acting but not booking clients or growing your business?

Discover the top 3 business mistakes voice actors make, how to avoid them, and the exact strategies used by successful pros. Get actionable advice, industry stories, and proven marketing tips you won’t find anywhere else.

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#VoiceActor #VoiceOverTips #VOPro #VoiceActingBusiness #VoiceOverMarketing #BeginnerVoiceActor #CreativeBusiness #GrowYourVO

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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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Stop chasing clients! Start attracting them with 4 proven VO marketing secrets nobody’s teaching.

Unlock the rookie mistakes sabotaging your bookings, and learn actionable marketing tactics to build a sustainable, full-time voiceover career.

Discover how to craft a magnetic brand, find clients where they actually hire, design a lead-magnet demo portfolio, automate your outreach, and harness search engines to become impossible to ignore.

Take my free Voice Actor Visibility Audit for a tailored action plan and skyrocket your bookings!

Voice Actor Visibility Audit: https://welcome.vopro.pro/free-visibility-audit

VO Freedom Master Plan Waitlist: https://training.vopro.pro/vofmp-next-cohort-wait-list/

Apollo.io: https://vopro.pro/apollo

87 Specific VO Client Avatars: https://vopro.pro/bigbook

#voiceactor #marketingforcreatives #voiceover #personalbranding #findclients #vopro

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🎧 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: https://vopro.pro/mti

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

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

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

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📑 Create beautiful resources and lead magnets like mine in minutes: https://vopro.pro/typeset
📘 Recommended Book List with Links: https://vopro.pro/booklist
⚙️ I Use with Links: https://vopro.pro/gearlist
🎯 Lead generation and targeting: Apollo.io: https://vopro.pro/apollo
🌳 Way Better than Linktree: https://vopro.pro/pillar

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.

Send us a text

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Stuck in side hustle mode? Learn how to finally go full-time as a thriving creative pro!

Unlock the real path from part-time freelancer to Creative CEO and stop settling for scraps. In this video, Paul Schmidt (VO Pro Creator) reveals the proven blueprint for building a sustainable, well-paid creative business without falling for internet hype or dead-end gigs.

You'll learn how to pick your path, specialize, price with confidence, build a steady pipeline, and access the exact training and tools you need to succeed as a designer, writer, voice actor, or creative of any kind.

💥 Grab your free Creative Business Blueprint Workbook: https://welcome.vopro.pro/creative-pro-blueprint

💥 GVAA Rate Guide: https://globalvoiceacademy.com/gvaa-rate-guide-2/
💥 Freelance Design Rates: https://www.wix.com/blog/freelance-graphic-design-rates

💥 Explore more at VO Pro: https://vopro.pro/

#CreativeFreelancer #SideHustleToFullTime #VOPro #CreativeBusiness #FreelancerTips #GoProCreative

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🎧 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: 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:
📑 Create beautiful resources and lead magnets like mine in minutes: https://vopro.pro/typeset
📘 Recommended Book List with Links: https://vopro.pro/booklist
⚙️ I Use with Links: https://vopro.pro/gearlist
🎯 Lead generation and targeting: Apollo.io: https://vopro.pro/apollo
🌳 Way Better than Linktree: https://vopro.pro/pillar

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, a

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Still wondering why you’re not booking more, even though your voice is solid?

It’s not your talent holding you back. It’s your lack of strategy.

The voice actors who book on repeat aren’t better than you. They’re just more visible, more trusted, and running better systems.

That’s exactly what I’ll teach you in Booked By Design, a free 3-part training series starting October 9.

Register FREE now at https://vopro.pro/bbd

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Stop waiting for your big break! Discover how to land your first VO clients, even if you’re brand new.

Are you tired of endless auditions and no bookings?

In this video, I reveal the proven blueprint I used to go from zero clients to a thriving voice over business.

You’ll learn why “just auditioning” is a trap, how to build a client pipeline from scratch, and the exact outreach strategies that actually work in today’s competitive market.

If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start booking real work, this is your step-by-step guide to landing your first voice over clients and building a sustainable VO career.

VO Client Connect+: https://vopro.pro/clientconnect
The Big Book of VO Client Avatars: https://vopro.pro/bigbook
VO Pro Community: https://vopro.pro/vopro
Work with Me: https://vopro.pro/workwithme

#voiceover #voiceacting #vobusiness #voiceovermarketing #getvoclients #voiceovertips #vopro

Links: (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: 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:
📑 Create beautiful resources and lead magnets like mine in minutes: https://vopro.pro/typeset
📘 Recommended Book List with Links: https://vopro.pro/booklist
⚙️ I Use with Links: https://vopro.pro/gearlist
🎯 Lead generation and targeting: Apollo.io: https://vopro.pro/apollo
🌳 Way Better than Linktree: https://vopro.pro/pillar

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 p

Send us a text

Still wondering why you’re not booking more, even though your voice is solid?

It’s not your talent holding you back. It’s your lack of strategy.

The voice actors who book on repeat aren’t better than you. They’re just more visible, more trusted, and running better systems.

That’s exactly what I’ll teach you in Booked By Design, a free 3-part training series starting October 9.

Register FREE now at https://vopro.pro/bbd

Support the show

Stop hustling for scraps! Discover the 3 levers every voice actor needs to go full-time (and/or level up) now!

Are you tired of winging it and hoping for the best in your voiceover career?

In this video, I reveal the three essential levers—Visibility, Trust, and Systems—that separate full-time pros from part-time hustlers.

Learn why talent alone isn’t enough, how to get noticed by clients, build lasting relationships, and set up systems that keep your business running (without burning out).

Plus, get access to a FREE 3-part training series and actionable resources to help you finally go full-time as a voice actor.

🎓 Register for the free Booked By Design training: https://vopro.pro/bbd

Links: (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: 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:
📑 Create beautiful resources and lead magnets like mine in minutes: https://vopro.pro/typeset
📘 Recommended Book List with Links: https://vopro.pro/booklist
⚙️ I Use with Links: https://vopro.pro/gearlist
🎯 Lead generation and targeting: Apollo.io: https://vopro.pro/apollo

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.

Send us a text

Still wondering why you’re not booking more, even though your voice is solid?

It’s not your talent holding you back. It’s your lack of strategy.

The voice actors who book on repeat aren’t better than you. They’re just more visible, more trusted, and running better systems.

That’s exactly what I’ll teach you in Booked By Design, a free 3-part training series starting October 9.

Register FREE now at https://vopro.pro/bbd

Support the show

Are you going to break the silence and lead real change in the voiceover industry?

In this frank video, I get into the uncomfortable truths facing men in VO.

Discover why silence is the biggest threat to your voiceover business, why accountability matters, and how you can take actionable steps to build a safer, more successful community.

If you’re a part-time voice actor dreaming of going full-time, or a full timer looking to level up, your reputation and opportunities depend on what you do next.

Learn how to speak up, support victims, and lead by example because your legacy is on the line.

#voiceover #voiceoverbusiness #accountability #vocommunity #voiceacting #leadership #vopro #voiceovercoaching #industrychange

Links: (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: 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:
📑 Create beautiful resources and lead magnets like mine in minutes: https://vopro.pro/typeset
📘 Recommended Book List with Links: https://vopro.pro/booklist
⚙️ I Use with Links: https://vopro.pro/gearlist
🎯 Lead generation and targeting: Apollo.io: https://vopro.pro/apollo
🌳 Way Better than Linktree: https://vopro.pro/pillar

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

Send us a text

Still wondering why you’re not booking more, even though your voice is solid?

It’s not your talent holding you back. It’s your lack of strategy.

The voice actors who book on repeat aren’t better than you. They’re just more visible, more trusted, and running better systems.

That’s exactly what I’ll teach you in Booked By Design, a free 3-part training series starting October 9.

Register FREE now at https://vopro.pro/bbd

Support the show

Are “work for hire” contracts stealing your future? Learn how to protect your voice and your income!

If you’re a part-time voice actor dreaming of going full-time, you can’t afford to ignore the dangers of “work for hire” contracts.

In this video, I reveal the industry’s dirtiest trick, how it’s costing you thousands, and the steps you must take to negotiate fair deals, secure usage fees, and build a sustainable voice over career.

Don’t let confusing contract language or industry jargon keep you from earning what you deserve.

Get the knowledge and tools to protect your rights and your future.

🎁 Grab your free Contract Language Decoder Mini-Course: https://welcome.vopro.pro/contract-decoder

🚀 Explore VO Pro’s courses and resources: https://vopro.pro/workwithme

🌐 Visit the VO Pro homepage: https://vopro.pro

#VoiceOver #WorkForHire #VoiceActorTips #VOPro #VoiceOverContracts #FreelanceVoice #ProtectYourRights #NegotiateLikeAPro

Links: (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: 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:
📑 Create beautiful resources and lead magnets like mine in minutes: https://vopro.pro/typeset
📘 Recommended Book List with Links: https://vopro.pro/booklist
⚙️ I Use with Links: https://vopro.pro/gearlist
🎯 Lead generation and targeting: Apollo.io: https://vopro.pro/apollo
🌳 Way Better than Linktree: https://vopro.pro/pillar

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 V

Send us a text

Still wondering why you’re not booking more, even though your voice is solid?

It’s not your talent holding you back. It’s your lack of strategy.

The voice actors who book on repeat aren’t better than you. They’re just more visible, more trusted, and running better systems.

That’s exactly what I’ll teach you in Booked By Design, a free 3-part training series starting October 9.

Register FREE now at https://vopro.pro/bbd

Support the show

Stop guessing your way to VO success. Discover the metrics that turn talent into full-time income.

Are you tired of hustling with little to show for it?

In this video, we reveal the essential business metrics every voice actor must track to go from part-time hopeful to full-time pro.

Learn how to analyze your audition-to-booking ratio, marketing ROI, client retention, and more.

Plus, get real-world strategies to make smarter, more profitable decisions. Stop flying blind and start running your voiceover business like a CEO.

🎁 Grab your free Voiceover Metrics Tracking Spreadsheet: https://welcome.vopro.pro/metrics-spreadsheet

🚀 Explore coaching & resources: https://vopro.pro/workwithme

#VoiceoverBusiness #VoiceActorTips #VoiceoverMetrics #VOBusinessGrowth #VoiceoverCoaching #EntrepreneurMindset #VOPro

Links: (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: 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:
📑 Create beautiful resources and lead magnets like mine in minutes: https://vopro.pro/typeset
📘 Recommended Book List with Links: https://vopro.pro/booklist
⚙️ I Use with Links: https://vopro.pro/gearlist
🎯 Lead generation and targeting: Apollo.io: https://vopro.pro/apollo
🌳 Way Better than Linktree: https://vopro.pro/pillar

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 narrato

Send us a text

Still wondering why you’re not booking more, even though your voice is solid?

It’s not your talent holding you back. It’s your lack of strategy.

The voice actors who book on repeat aren’t better than you. They’re just more visible, more trusted, and running better systems.

That’s exactly what I’ll teach you in Booked By Design, a free 3-part training series starting October 9.

Register FREE now at https://vopro.pro/bbd

Support the show