From $5 a Holler to KILLING IT with AUTHENTICITY: Troy Holden

In this conversation, we chat with voice actor, Troy Holden. We talk about Troy's background, growing up in Nashville, and the influence of transplants on the Southern accent.  Troy shares how he got into voiceover and his journey to becoming a full-time voice actor. He talks about the wrong path he initially took and how he course-corrected with the help of mentors. We also discuss the mindset shift needed to value one's worth and the importance of training and competence in the voiceover industry.  In this conversation, Troy Holden shares his journey as a voice actor and the lessons he has learned along the way. He discusses how unexpected opportunities helped him gain confidence and improve his skills. Troy emphasizes the importance of embracing authenticity and staying true to oneself in the voice acting industry.  He also shares his experiences with navigating accents and characters, and how he has learned to make decisions on job opportunities.  Troy discusses the changing landscape of the voice acting business, including the shift from pay-to-play platforms to direct marketing. He shares his favorite types of work and the joy he finds in character work. Troy also highlights the importance of personal growth and the role of community in the voice acting industry. Takeaways Connecting with people in the industry can lead to valuable conversations and opportunities. The Southern accent is evolving due to the influence of transplants in areas like Nashville. Transitioning to full-time voiceover requires planning, preparation, and support. Avoid the trap of accepting cheap work and undervaluing your worth as a voice actor. Training and competence are crucial for success in the voiceover industry.  Embrace authenticity and stay true to yourself in the voice acting industry. Focus on targeted marketing to specific industries or regions to increase direct business. Build relationships with clients and aim for repeat business. Find joy in the work you love, whether it's video games, commercials, or other types of projects. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:08 Getting into Voiceover 08:00 Transitioning to Full-Time Voiceover 13:14 Mindset Shift: Valuing Your Worth 21:46 Shift from Pay-to-Play to Direct Marketing 26:00 Favorite Types of Work 27:49 Advice for Voice Actors _____________________________ ▶️ Watch this video next: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVUuUfwNTG-9nSM75_5dKCc5WYE9gqX-P SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app Use code You15Tube for 15% off of your membership for life. The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social:  https://pillar.io/paulschmidtpro https://www.instagram.com/vopro.pro Send us Fan MailSupport the show