Surviving Slowdowns: Smart VO Strategies for Tough Times

Surviving Slowdowns: Smart VO Strategies for Tough Times

Released Thursday, 17th April 2025
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Surviving Slowdowns: Smart VO Strategies for Tough Times

Surviving Slowdowns: Smart VO Strategies for Tough Times

Surviving Slowdowns: Smart VO Strategies for Tough Times

Surviving Slowdowns: Smart VO Strategies for Tough Times

Thursday, 17th April 2025
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Fear. Stress. Anxiety. All things voice actors are feeling right now in the midst of tariffs, trade wars and growing economic uncertainty. 

In this episode, I share some of the strategies I'm leaning into right now to keep my voice over business resilient, proactive and profitable, no matter what's going on "out there."

You’ll hear actionable strategies on how to optimize your marketing, stay connected with clients, avoid social media pitfalls, and focus on what you can control. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, this episode is your calm in the chaos.

Also Listen to Trends, Tariffs and Trade Wars with J. Michael Collins - https://youtu.be/n1kpyB2e4nI

CONNECT WITH MARC SCOTTMarc Scott Voice Over - https://marcscottvoiceover.comMarc Scott on Instagram - https://instagram.com/marcscottMarc Scott on Facebook - https://facebook.com/marcscottvoiceoverMarc Scott on YouTube - https://youtube.com/@marcscottvoMarc Scott on LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/marcscottvoiceoverRESOURCES FOR VOICE ACTORS

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EVERYDAY VOPRENEURS IN THIS EPISODE

* Thanks to "Uncle Roy" for production assistance!Visit https://antlandproductions.com

* Thanks to Christy Harst for VO contributions!Visit https://christyharst.com

* Thanks to Krysta Wallrauch for VO contributions!Visit https://krystawallrauch.com

If you need guidance with your voice over business or learning how to more effectively market, I can help. Book a 15 minute free consultation with me to discuss your specific needs. Book Your Consult

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • Maintaining communication with clients is crucial during economic downturns.
  • Social media should be used to share positive and valuable content.
  • Focus on strategic targeting of opportunities in less impacted sectors.
  • Marketing budgets may be slashed, but costs for advertising may decrease as well.
  • Regularly audit online profiles and marketing materials to ensure they are current.
  • Focusing on what you can control helps reduce stress and anxiety.
  • Engage with positive influences and take breaks from negative news.
  • Utilize downtime to address small tasks that can improve business perception.
  • Your mindset is essential; keep it fueled and clean.
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Everyday VOpreneur® with Marc Scott

You‘re a Voice Actor. You‘re an Entrepreneur. You‘re a VOpreneur®! The Everyday VOpreneur® Podcast is your Guide Through the Business of Voice Over. Each new episode presents actionable, practical advice designed to help you grow your voice over business through more confident and effective marketing and business tips from the pros in their respective fields.Having great skill in the recording booth isn‘t enough anymore. You also need to think and operate like a business owner. Among the tasks you could be responsible for including marketing your voice over business, managing your books, invoicing and tax preparations, providing customer service, understanding voice over rates and negotiation, protecting yourself legally, using social media channels like LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and others to build brand awareness and add value to your audience and soooooooo much more!If it‘s related to voice over marketing or the voice over business, odds are it‘ll be covered in the Everyday VOpreneur® Podcast with Marc Scott.Listen online at https://vopreneur.comVoice Over Marketing Coaching at https://vopreneur.comRequest a custom voice over audition and quote at https://marcscottvoiceover.comYouTube - https://youtube.com/@vopreneurInstagram - https://instagram.com/marcscottTwitter - https://x.com/marcscottFacebook - https://facebook.com/marcscottvoiceoverLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcscottvoiceover/

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