Join hosts Helen Bee and Rob Bee from B Double E as we sit down with the brilliant Lizzie Jobling for an inspiring and honest conversation about neurodiversity in the voiceover industry. Lizzie, a full-time voice artist for seven years and coach for five, opens up about her adult diagnoses of ADHD and autism, sharing how these experiences have shaped both her career and her approach to coaching others.

In this episode, we explore the unique strengths that neurodiversity can bring to voiceover work, discuss practical strategies for managing business challenges, and celebrate the importance of representation in our industry. Lizzie's journey from discovering her neurodivergent identity to becoming aCPD-accredited coach offers valuable insights for anyone navigating similar paths.

About Our Guest

Lizzie Jobling is a full-time voiceover artist and founder of the Voiceover Foundations course. With seven years as a full-time VO and five years as a coach, you can hear Lizzie's voice on television, radio, and even in your local supermarket. When she's not recording, she's passionate about supporting others in reaching their VO dreams.

Find Lizzie at elizabethjobling.com or follow her on Instagram @that_voice_lizzie for tips, tricks, and laughs.

Key Topics Discussed

Personal Journey & Neurodiversity

·      Lizzie's path into voiceover and how she got started

·      Her adult diagnoses of ADHD and autism, and the journey of discovery

·      The positive and challenging impacts of neurodiversity on her VO business

·      Unique strengths that ADHD and autism bring to voiceover work

Coaching & Professional Development

·      What inspired Lizzie to start offering coaching

·      Her recent CPD (Continuing Professional Development) accreditation and its benefits

·      How neurodiversity influences her coaching approach

·      Supporting neurodiverse talent in the creative industries

Industry Insights

·      Misconceptions about neurodiversity in creative fields

·      The VO community's response to openness about autism and ADHD

·      Game-changing strategies and tools for business management

·      Advice for neurodiverse individuals considering VO careers

·      Guidance for parents of neurodiverse children interested in creative paths

Connect With Lizzie

·      Website: elizabethjobling.com

·      Instagram: @that_voice_lizzie

·      Course: Voiceover Foundations

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