Inside Voice: Freelance and Voice Over Success As An Introvert

Welcome to Episode 13 of Inside Voice, where hosts Louise Porter and Brad Grahowski tackle the complex yet fascinating world of voiceover as introverts. In this episode, they focus on the beginner's journey into voiceover, inspired by a listener's feedback.

Join Louise and Brad as they explore essential questions and concepts that newcomers often encounter, such as the differe...

Welcome to another enlightening episode of Inside Voice, where hosts Louise Porter and Brad Grochowski delve into the intricate world of voiceover as introverts. In this episode, they welcome the remarkable Aaron Bradley, a seasoned voice actor with over 25 years of experience, to discuss the nuances of building a career in voiceover while navigating the challenges of being an introvert.

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Welcome back to Inside Voice, where we kick off Season 2 with a deep dive into the world of coaching for voice actors. Hosts Louise Porter and Brad Grochowski return from their hiatus to discuss the evolving role of coaching in their careers and how it can both empower and overwhelm.

Join us as we explore the nuances of coaching, from the benefits of niche-specific guidance to the potential pitfalls of overthinking every read. Brad...

"Be customer service driven... making your customers happy is not only going to drive your business forward and make it sustainable, it takes it from being self focused to something that is outside of yourself." ~Louise In Episode 10, we talk about working from home.  We discuss our own lists of pros and cons of working from home as a freelancer, then Louise share her top 10 tips for staying focused and motivated, while Brad share...

Are you an introverted freelancer struggling to make your mark? This week's episode of Inside Voice is a must-listen. We're joined by Rob Smith, a voice actor who's mastered the art of thriving in the freelance landscape while honoring his introverted tendencies.

Rob shares his journey from radio to voice acting, his experience at Voiceover Atlanta, and the creation of his men...

Why are we talking about... diaper fetishes?  What kind of podcast is this, anyway? Brad is getting ready to go to Voice Over Atlanta!  I big conference with lots of attendees... and lots of opportunity for social anxiety!  How's he going to deal with it? Also, how do we keep our heads up when revision requests cause your confidence to nose done?  Checking our ego at the door, the importance of honest self-assessment, and Dealing...

What actually is an introvert?  Heck if we know!  But, this week, we get into what "introversion" means, what some of the different types of introvert you might be, and we discuss some of the "popular science" ideas of introversion... and really explore the definition of introversion through our own personal experiences. We also talk about "good enough", taxes and... mortgages?  Why are we talking about mortgages? Also, Brad face...

Brad wants to talk about weekends as a freelancer… and as an introvert! Then, Louise wants to sort the the avalanche of information that's available.  With so much info out there in podcasts, youtube videos, blogs and coaches... how do you sort out the info that's right for you? Then, we discuss a client we've both had experience with - and the challenges that we all face from time to time.  And we revisit last episodes closi...

Happy Valentines Day from the past… or the future… or whatever.

Brad and Louise talk about their audiobook production process, and Brad outsources his proofing (Thank you Listen Closely Proof and Prep!)

We discuss creating your own spaces and networking opportunities - NOVA, Samwichland and getting together with other voice actors.

Brad is reading the book, The Freelance Intro...

Brad and Louise are both grumpy.  They discuss quantity of socializing versus quality - and what happens when it’s both? Why does Louise love spreadsheets so much?  How to learn hard new things - and when to outsource.

We also talk about getting coaching while being an introvert.  Louise is coaching with Tina Morasco, and reports in on it, and we talk about coaching in general and how to manage your fe...

In Episode 2, Louise and Brad share a little more about themselves, talk about their own journeys as actors, freelancers and voice actors. Brad shares a bit about his audiobook recording process. Then they discuss holding your ground on pricing, as an extravert... should you be a pushover or a jerk?  Don't offer discounts that aren't being asked for! Louise shares introduced herself to a STRANGER!  Hear the tale.  How do you tal...

Are you an introvert trying to make your mark in the freelance arena? Tune into 'Inside Voice,' where hosts Louise Porter and Brad Grochowski reveal how they navigate the industry while embracing their introversion. This week's episode is packed with relatable anecdotes, practical advice, and a good dose of humor. It's not just a podcast—it's a community where being an introvert is your superpower. Don't miss out on this insigh...