Acting Business Boot Camp

Episode 333: Trust, Consistency, and Risk: A Voiceover Reality Check


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🔊 Episode Summary

Hey hey! It's Mandy Fisher here, and in this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on something I see way too often in the VO world—over-relying on email templates to do your marketing. Especially the kind that demo producers hand out like candy.

If you’ve ever sent one of those plug-and-play emails and heard crickets, this episode is for you. I’m digging into why that approach might be sabotaging your chances—and what to do instead. Because while templates can save you time, they can also strip away the one thing that books the job: your voice.

So let’s get into how you can show up more authentically in your outreach, stand out in a sea of sameness, and most importantly—build trust.

🧠 What You’ll Learn
  • Why those “proven” VO templates often fall flat

  • How sounding like everyone else kills your shot at connection

  • The real reason you're not getting replies (and it’s not your talent)

  • Why your unique voice is your superpower in cold outreach

  • How to get off the perfection treadmill and start building actual trust

  • The 3 big pillars of your VO career: Trust, Consistency, and Risk

đŸ”„ Key Takeaways

“Templates can be a great starting point. But they are not the finish line.”

“Trust isn’t something you get. It’s something you build—with your voice, your choices, and your actions.”

“Being the most talented person in the booth doesn’t matter if clients don’t trust your process or presence.”

“Consistency isn’t sexy, but it is the backbone of a sustainable career.”

đŸ› ïž Tools & Tips You Can Use Right Now
  • ✏ Write your cold emails like you're texting a friend—not like you're begging for a job.

  • 🎯 Don’t just say what you do—say why you’re reaching out and make it personal.

  • đŸ€– Be human. In an AI world, real voice cuts through the noise.

  • ↻ Don’t ghost your outreach—consistency builds trust (with clients AND yourself).

  • đŸ“© Drop the “Dear Sir.” Use contractions. Sound like you.

💬 My Challenge for You

Take 10 minutes today to peek at your emails, your reels, or your site. Ask yourself: Does this actually build trust—or am I just trying to sound impressive?

And if it’s the second one, don’t panic. It’s fixable. Just start small, tweak a little, and keep showing up.

📁 Wanna Practice This?

đŸ’„ Let’s do this together! Join me in one of our Voiceover Gyms—monthly $35 drop-in classes where we stretch your VO muscles, get feedback, and sharpen your tools. It’s low-pressure, high-impact, and actually fun. Reserve your spot →

👋 Stay Connected

Peter Pamela Rose – Instagram | Website Mandy Fisher – Instagram

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