Your Voice Is More Powerful Than You Think Maybe you’ve always been told you have a “nice voice,” or maybe friends and family say, “You should do voice-over work!” But how do you actually go from a regular speaking voice to a professional voice-over brand? This guide walks you through the exact steps, mindset shifts, and actions that can transform your...
Top 5 voice acting mistakes and how to fix them fast
Discover the top 5 voice acting mistakes that hold performers back—from overthinking scripts to using the wrong tone. Learn how to correct them and book more voiceover work with confidence. Whether you’re brand new to the booth or a few years into the grind, every voice actor—yes, even the pros—falls into bad habits. The good news? Most voice acting...
Win your audience over with love and authority
A strong, mature voice commands attention, conveys authority, and instills confidence in your listeners. Whether you are a voice actor, educator, podcaster, or professional speaker, learning to move your voice from the head to the chest can make a world of difference. In this guide, we’ll explore the techniques, exercises, and mindset shifts you need to...
Train yourself to talk slower in VO
Struggle with reading too fast in voice acting? Learn proven techniques to slow down, sound natural, and bring authenticity to your performances. When you’re nervous, excited, or just naturally a fast talker, it’s easy to race through your words. But in voice acting, speed matters. Talking too quickly can make your read sound rushed, disconnected, or worse...
Here’s how to come in 1st place in that audition
How to Sound More Conversational in Voice Acting (And a Real Example to Learn From) One of the most common pieces of direction you'll hear in voiceover today is:"Sound more conversational." But what does that actually mean? It doesn’t mean casual mumbling. It doesn’t mean being overly perky. And it definitely doesn’t mean “just talk like yourself,” because...
Hi! I'm Lesley Bailey. I’m an award-winning Casting Director, Voiceover Coach, Demo Producer, and Consultant with over 30 years "in the trenches". I love helping voice actors bring scripts to life with authenticity and confidence.
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