The Global Actor | Motivational Business Strategy for Actors + Multi-Hyphenate Creatives

Hot take for your summer hustle: the freelancer mindset is out—CEO energy is in.

If you’ve been feeling stuck in scarcity talk or surrounded by “you can’t do that” noise… it’s time to flip the script.

In this season finale of The Global Actor Podcast, we’re diving into what it really means to run your creative life like a business (without selling your soul). We’re talking:

• Sustainable systems
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• Conscious capitalism (yes, it can exist)
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• And how doing this your way actually gives you more time, money, and energy to support the people + causes you care about most.
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Imperfect endings are still worth celebrating, and this one’s got heart.

Thanks for riding with us this season—we’ll see you after a little summer pause. ☀️

Until then, repeat after me: I’m allowed to build my career my way.

🚀 Want to go deeper? Join me for my free intro class happening NOW. It’s called Narrate Your Way to Abundance, and you’ll learn 3 tools in my framework that help actors book thriving work narrating often and create an ongoing, flexible income stream working with publishers. Register TODAY https://audiobookadventure.com/class/

Connect with us on Instagram @theglobalactor - https://www.instagram.com/theglobalactor/ You’ll connect directly with Elise in the DMs!

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Your on-camera Demo Reel from 10 years ago may be showcasing you in the wrong light. On this week’s episode, I sit down with Guy Chachkes, CEO of Reelarc, the #1 demo reel production company in the U.S., with over a decade of experience, 13,000+ scene productions, and partnerships with top acting schools. We talk modern Demo Reel etiquette and creative ways to make you stand out.

Learn why Video Footage is Essential, why short, impactful clips win and how to proactively shape the narrative to attract more of the work you want.

We’re all about being proactive here at The Global Actor, so let’s get into it! 

Links:

@reelarc  - https://www.instagram.com/reelarc

https://www.reelarc.com/

UN Abugtato In Nueva York  - https://www.youtube.com/@UnAbogadoenNuevaYork

Generation AI - https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/18112529587470542/

[email protected]

[email protected] 

🚀 Want to go deeper? Join me for my free intro class happening NOW. It’s called Narrate Your Way to Abundance, and you’ll learn 3 tools in my framework that helps actors book thriving work narrating often and making an ongoing, lucrative income stream working with publishers. Register TODAY https://audiobookadventure.com/class/

Connect with us anytime on Instagram @theglobalactor - https://www.instagram.com/theglobalactor/

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Your on-camera Demo Reel from 10 years ago may be showcasing you in the wrong light. On this week’s episode, I sit down with Guy Chachkes, CEO of Reelarc, the #1 demo reel production company in the U.S., with over a decade of experience, 13,000+ scene productions, and partnerships with top acting schools. We talk modern Demo Reel etiquette and creative ways to make you stand out.

Learn why Video Footage is Essential, why short, impactful clips win and how to proactively shape the narrative to attract more of the work you want.

We’re all about being proactive here at The Global Actor, so let’s get into it! 

Links:

@reelarc  - https://www.instagram.com/reelarc

https://www.reelarc.com/

UN Abugtato In Nueva York - https://www.youtube.com/@UnAbogadoenNuevaYork

Generation AI - https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/18112529587470542/

[email protected]

[email protected] 

🚀 Want to go deeper? Join me for my free intro class happening NOW. It’s called Narrate Your Way to Abundance, and you’ll learn 3 tools in my framework that helps actors book thriving work narrating often and making an ongoing, lucrative income stream working with publishers. Register TODAY https://audiobookadventure.com/class/

Connect with us anytime on Instagram @theglobalactor - https://www.instagram.com/theglobalactor/

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Shine up your light and grab your ukulele, we’ve got the radiant Arischa Conner as my guest today! Arischa dishes mindset magic, leaping into your calling, hanging with Samuel L. Jackson, and her love for the all things spicy romance. From stage to set, studio to self-love, your sweet Southern auntie inspires in this all-new episode of The Global Actor.

@arischaisastar https://www.instagram.com/@arischaisastar

Links:

Dopesick  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lUVR63ZHLV4

Last Days of Ptolomey Grey. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_T1IqlQba4

Swagger https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87A_aLJOY4g

The Four Winds ttps://www.amazon.com/The-Four-Winds-A-Novel/dp/B0882VNQKS/

Until I met you https://www.amazon.com/Audible-Until-I-Met-You/dp/B09YFLVV3L

🚀 Want to go deeper? Join me for my free intro class happening NOW. It’s called Narrate Your Way to Abundance, and you’ll learn 3 tools in my framework that helps actors book thriving work narrating often and making an ongoing, lucrative income stream working with publishers. Registration closes TODAY Join before 11:59pm June 26th @ https://audiobookadventure.com/class/

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Sound the horn and cue the cozy mysteries we’ve got ace adventurer Darcey Rhoads storming the pod today. From French horn prodigy to pirate- touring rock musician to audiobook narrator and prepper—they’re serving legendary tales, Lord of the Rings love, and the unwavering courage to just keep putting yourself out there. Bring your coffee, sense of adventure, and your inner work—because this Global Actor’s journey is equal parts wild road stories, creative resilience, and the joy of finding your voice.

Links:

@ohthatdarcey - Instagram.com/ohthatdarcey

Audiobooks:

Live Lie Truth Out in August

House of the Spider King-Secret Inheritance - https://www.amazon.com/Secret-Inheritance-House-SpiderKing-Book/dp/B0DXMZ4BLN

The Material Witness - https://www.amazon.com/Suede-Rest-Material-Witness-Book/dp/B0C4W1Q5J2

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Did you know your relationship with money may be holding you back in your creative career? Yup, you read that right!

This episode is for you if you’re willing to release the scarcity, ditch the "starving artist" myth, and invite more abundance into both your money mindset and your creative career.

In this episode, I’m joined by certified trauma-informed financial wellness coach (and former TV producer - The Bachelor, Better Late Than Never) Katy Chen Mazzara, who shares practical and deeply compassionate wisdom for freelancers, artists, and multi-hyphenates:

🔥 The real origins of the "starving artist" stereotype—and why it doesn’t have to be your reality

🔥 How to overcome money worries and build a financial safety net—without depriving yourself of joy

🔥 Simple tools for shifting your money mindset from survival mode to abundance

🔥 Why your unique authenticity and life experience are your greatest creative (and financial) assets

🔥 How trauma, emotions, and mindset shape our financial lives—and what you can do to heal and grow

🔥 The power of creative community and celebrating wins (with manifesting tips you can actually use!)

Plus, Katy shares resources you can use right away, including emergency fund tips, mindset shifts, and her free Mindful Money Mastery Guide.

https://www.subscribepage.com/mindfulmoneymastery

Elise and Katy also chat about upcoming retreats and ways to deepen connection and growth in person.

Check out Katy’s upcoming Embody Abundance Retreat Here: 

https://katychenmazzara.thrivecart.com/embody-abundance-retreat/

Connect with Katy on Instagram @katychenmazzara

https://www.instagram.com/katychenmazzara/

Tune in if you’re ready to step into your worth, get practical about your finances, and experience more freedom and flow as a global actor or creative entrepreneur.

(And yes, you’ll get podcast/TV recs, too!)

For more connection and support, join us for this month's free Celebration and Intention community event on Friday June 6, 2025. https://bit.ly/GlobalActorCelebrations

Your voice is power. Don’t let anything take that away!

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Worried about the future of human voices in audiobooks?

Feeling anxious about AI replacing narrators and what that means for your creative path? This week’s episode of The Global Actor™ podcast was created for you.

If you care deeply about authentic storytelling and want concrete ways to stand out in an increasingly automated world.

Tune in as we explore:

➡️Last week's big industry news regarding Audible and AI… and explore 

➡️Why consumers and creators alike are PUSHING BACK —and 

➡️ Why your human voice is more valuable than ever.

You'll also get a motivational mini-training from me on what remains in your control as an actor and narrator.

This episode is packed with insights, supportive coaching, and resources for anyone in the audiobook or acting fields—especially those feeling the pressure of change. If you want to protect what’s most magical about your craft, and remind yourself why your singular voice matters, hit play.

📸 Had an aha moment? Share it on Instagram and tag @theglobalactor to spread the word!

Ready to amplify your human power in the age of AI? Let’s reclaim storytelling, celebrate what makes us unique, and step boldly into this new era—together. ✨

For more connection and support, join us for this month's free Celebration and Intention community event on Friday June 6, 2025. https://bit.ly/GlobalActorCelebrations

Your voice is power. Don’t let anything take that away!

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Feeling overwhelmed—or totally over it—when it comes to social media?

You’re not alone. There are so many myths floating around like:

❌ “No one will notice me unless I’m already famous.”

❌ “All the good opportunities come from cold pitching or insider connections.”

❌ “Social media takes way too much time.”

In this episode of The Global Actor Podcast, social media strategist (and former performer!) Heidi Dean joins us to bust those myths wide open.

After pivoting from a 20-year acting career, Heidi built a thriving business—without a single cold email. She shares exactly how she landed clients, speaking gigs, and dream collaborations just by showing up strategically and authentically online.

🎧 Tune in for a fresh perspective on what social media can really do for your creative career—and how to make it work for you, without the burnout.

✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why social media matters way more than self-promotion
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• Post ideas that are actually doable (no more staring at a blank screen!)
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• How to connect with collaborators, clients, and fans—without the sleaze
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• Easy strategies to stay consistent and protect your mental health
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• Why showing up beats showing off, every time
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Plus:

💡 How life pivots can lead to career breakthroughs

💡 The power of consistency over perfection

💡 What it really means to build a presence that attracts opportunities to YOU

🎯 Whether you're an actor, narrator, or multi-passionate creative—this convo is packed with truth bombs, encouragement, and tactical tips to help you feel more confident online.

🚀 Ready to ditch the pressure and start showing up with purpose? Hit play now and let’s flip the script on social media.

📸 Had an aha moment? Share it on Instagram and tag @theglobalactor to spread the word!

🔗 Grab Heidi’s free guide with 31 Social Media Post Ideas for narrators and voice actors at https://www.marketing4actors.com/free-resources

📱 Follow Heidi at @marketing4actors or connect with her on LinkedIn

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🎙️ Think landing an audiobook deal with a publisher is impossible? Think again.

There are so many myths floating around about what it takes to get hired as an audiobook narrator—maybe you’ve heard (or believed) some of them yourself:

❌ “You need a huge portfolio before publishers will even consider you.”

❌ “If you don’t have an agent, you’re out of luck.”

❌ “Only celebrities get the best gigs.”

🚀 In this episode, I’m busting these myths wide open and giving you the real story on how actors and voiceover artists actually break into narrating audiobooks with major publishers.

🔑 What You’ll Learn:

✔️ The biggest misconceptions that might be holding you back

✔️ What publishers really look for in narrators

✔️ The actionable steps you can take right now to get on their radar

If you’ve been dreaming about narrating audiobooks but don’t know where to start—or you’re stuck believing the myths—this episode is a must-listen!

📩 Got an aha moment? Please share it with a screen shot of this episode on Instagram and tag me @theglobalactor - we’ll reshare and amplify your voice and account!

🚀 Want to go deeper? Join me for my free intro class happening LIVE next week. It’s called Narrate Your Way to Abundance, and you’ll learn 3 tools in my framework that helps actors book thriving work narrating often and making an ongoing, lucrative income stream working with publishers. Choose April 8, 10 or 12. Save your spot at https://www.audiobookadventure.com/class

Links:

Narrate Your Way To Abundance FREE Class. https://audiobookadventure.com/class/

The Global Actor Celebration and Intention Registration (audio only) Register Today! Happening April 4th https://bit.ly/GlobalActorCelebrations

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Craving more opportunities in your creative career? 

Have you ever felt like self-doubt is the biggest thing holding you back? Like you're one step away from a breakthrough, but something keeps stopping you from fully stepping into your power?

In this episode of The Global Actor Podcast, I sit down with the unstoppable Audiobook Adventurer and TGAA Community Mentor, director and narrator, Michelle Price to unpack her transformative journey—one fueled by the incredible power of self-belief. Whether you’re just starting out, navigating a career pivot, or a seasoned pro looking for renewed confidence, is packed with insights to help you own your path and trust your voice.

Together, we dive into:

✨ The magic of celebrating small wins—and why they matter more than you think

✨ Michelle’s unconventional path into audiobook narration (and the lessons she learned along the way)

✨ Why belief in yourself isn’t just a mindset—it’s the foundation for lasting success

Plus, we’re challenging YOU to tap into the power of community—because accountability, camaraderie, and positivity can be game-changers when it comes to staying the course.

🎧 Ready to reignite your confidence and take bold action toward your goals? Hit play, and let’s rewrite the narrative—one powerful step at a time.

Then join us at our next FREE Community event:

Celebration & Intentions Room

bit.ly/GlobalActorCelebrations

LINKS:

Michelle’s Audiobook Recs:

The Never List:

https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Never-List-Audiobook/B0DZXZRLKD

Connect with Michelle:

Instagram.com/michellereadingoutloud

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellereadingoutloud/

www.facebook.com/Michellereadingoutloud

[email protected]

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