EPISODE · Apr 28, 2023 · 8 MIN
13128: A Huge Lesson From Rick Rubin's The Creative Act
from The VOHeroes Podcast · host David H. Lawrence XVII
Hey there, hero!If there was ever a guy who didn't look the part, it's Rick Rubin.He's the first to admit he's no performer. And when someone who knows he's no performer narrates his own book, be very very thankful that he's a genius.His new book, The Creative Act, is filled to the brim with wisdom on how to be a creative soul. Even if he's not the best author-as-narrator, the book is worth listening to, and you'l forgive the sing-song amateurish nature of his delivery......because the content is so amazing. Here's a link:https://voheroes.com/get-thecreativeactOne of the big takeaways has to do with how important the audience and what you think it wants. It's a gamechanger. And here's a hint: it's not about pleasing the biggest audience.Have you read/listened to his book? Can you resist being an audience-pleaser? If not, are you going to?? Let me know in the comments below.REQUEST: Please join this video's conversation on VOHeroes, where the comments are moderated and civil:https://voheroes.com/a-huge-lesson-from-rick-rubins-the-creative-act/#acting #voice #voiceover #onboarding #performance #productivity #tips #art #commerce #science #mindset #success #process #options #bestpractices #marketingWant to be a better VO talent, actor or author? Here’s how I can help you......become a VO talent (or a more successful one): https://voheroes.com/start ...become an audiobook narrator on ACX (if you’re an actor or VO talent): https://acxmasterclass.com/ ...narrate your own book (if you’re an author): https://narrateyourownbook.com/ ...have the most effective pop filter (especially for VO talent): https://mikesock.com/ ...be off-book faster for on-camera auditions and work (memorize your lines): https://rehearsal.pro/...master beautiful audiobook and podcast audio in one drag and drop move on your Mac: https://audiocupcake.com/The VOHeroes Podcast is heroically built with:BuddyBoss | LearnDash | DreamHost | SamCart | TextExpander | Buz...
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Hey there, hero! If there was ever a guy who didn't look the part, it's Rick Rubin. He's the first to admit he's no performer. And when someone who knows he's no performer narrates his own book, be very very thankful that he's a genius. His new book, The Creative Act, is filled to the brim with wisdom on how to be a creative soul. Even if he's not the best author-as-narrator, the book is worth listening to, and you'l forgive the sing-song amateurish nature of his delivery... ...because th...
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