My Voice Mentor

On this episode, Clay discusses the damaging effects of being our own worst critic and the importance of identifying and overcoming our blind spots and barriers. He emphasizes the need to shift from a perfectionist mindset to a progress-oriented mindset in order to achieve growth and success. Clay provides practical strategies for embracing and loving our voices, recording and listening to ourselves regularly, and identifying specific areas for improvement. He encourages listeners to become their best critics and to focus on progress rather than perfection. Key Takeaways: Being our own worst critic is damaging and hinders our progress. Overcoming perfectionism and embracing progress is essential for growth. Regularly recording and listening to our voices helps us become familiar with and love our voices. Identifying one specific area for improvement and focusing on progress is key. Embracing the journey and celebrating small wins is crucial for long-term success. Quotes: "Being your worst critic is rooted in perfectionism, which is an enemy of progress." "Love your voice before making adjustments. Embrace the journey and celebrate small wins." "Identify one area for improvement and focus on progress. Embrace being your best critic." "Overcoming perfectionism and embracing progress leads to growth and success." Chapters: 00:01:00 - The importance of identifying blind spots and barriers. 00:03:00 - The negative effects of being your own worst critic. 00:06:00 - Focus on progress rather than perfection. 00:08:00 - Record and listen to your voice regularly. 00:10:00 - Love your voice first. 00:12:00 - Identifying one specific area to work on and embracing the journey of progress. Links: My Voice Mentor 30 Day Free Trial

Is your voice running away from you when you sing or speak in public? Discover the game-changing solution in this episode as Clay dives into the crucial topic of breath support. Unleash the power of your voice and transform your performance overnight. Join Clay, a renowned voice mentor, as he shares valuable insights and techniques to optimize your breath support and unlock your full vocal potential. Get ready to conquer breathlessness and gain control over your voice like never before. Ready to level up your voice? Join Clay's free five-day vocal bootcamp designed for singers, content creators, and speakers who want to enhance their vocal abilities. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your craft and explore new possibilities. https://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/ Exciting news! The My Voice Mentor podcast is now streaming on YouTube, offering early premieres and even more content. Be part of our thriving community and unleash your voice on this transformative journey. https://www.youtube.com/@myvoicementor Don't let your voice hold you back any longer. Tune in, apply the powerful techniques shared, and watch your voice soar to new heights. It's time to take control of your voice and unleash its true potential. Join us now and start harnessing the power of breath support today. Timestamps 00:00:00 How to Improve Your Voice Overnight 00:02:00 The Foundational Concept of Compressing the Voice for Singers and Public Speakers 00:04:00 Demonstrating the Effects of Breathiness on the Voice 00:06:00 Exploring Breath Control Techniques for Singers and Public Speakers 00:07:00 Vocal Compression: How to Soften Your Voice Without Losing Power 00:09:00 Exploring Vocal Compression Techniques 00:13:00 Exploring the Benefits of Breath Control for Singers 00:15:00 Exploring Breath Control and Compression in Voice Performance 00:19:00 An Exercise to Improve Your Voice

Do you ever wonder if your life plans will work out the way you want them to? Do you find yourself comparing your journey to others on social media and feeling discouraged? Well, you're not alone. In this episode of the My Voice Mentor Podcast, Clay invites the talented gospel singer and worship leader, Nicole Binion. Nicole shares her journey of discovering her singing talent at a young age, thanks to her mother and an evangelist's wife who recognized her potential. Her story emphasizes the importance of having someone call out your talent and invest in your dreams. As a highly sought-after recording artist, Nicole has worked with some of the biggest names in the industry, including BeBe Winans, Donnie McClurkin, and Israel Houghton. She brings her wealth of experience and knowledge to the table, and in this episode, she discusses the role of faith in her music career and how it led her to ministry. And for those looking to invest in their own voice, Clay invites the audience to join his free five-day mini course, the Vocal Bootcamp, designed to help beginners get started in singing, public speaking, and content creation. So, whether you're an aspiring singer or simply someone seeking inspiration, join us for an insightful conversation with Nicole Binion. Links: https://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/ https://binionworship.com https://www.integritymusic.com/artists/david-nicole-binion https://www.amazon.com/Follow-You-Nicole-Binion/dp/B003QR2SO0 Dwell: A Live Worship Experience - Album by David & ...Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com › album https://dwell.church Timestamps: 00:00:00 Exploring the Script of Life 00:03:00 Interview with Nicole Binion: Worship Leader, Recording Artist, and Singer 00:04:00 The Origin of Nicole's Musical Journey 00:06:00 Recognizing and Investing in Musical Talents 00:08:00 Pursuing Dreams in Music and Theater 00:10:00 Surrendering Dreams and Experiencing a Full Circle Moment 00:14:00 Maintaining Vocal Health in a Rigorous Schedule 00:16:00 Vocal Care and Warm-Ups 00:18:00 Unlocking the Full Potential of Your Voice' 00:19:00 Stewarding Character as a Worship Vocalist 00:21:00 Stewarding Stardom and Keeping a Humble Heart 00:23:00 Surrendering Dreams to God 00:26:00 Reflection on Holding Dreams Loosely 00:27:00 Unlocking Your Voice and Finding Inspiration in God's Paths

Have you ever wondered if it's possible to sing five octaves? In this episode, Clay explores the possibilities of reaching this impressive vocal range. While most singers may not even consider it, Clay believes that it's a great goal to strive for. He shares some exercises and techniques that can help you build your vocal skills and reach your full potential. Clay emphasizes the importance of having a healthy voice and exercises the full range of your voice to make the notes you do use sound better. He demonstrates the five octaves on the piano, starting with middle C and going up and down, hitting subharmonics at the lower end. So, how can you achieve a 5 octave range without pushing your voice? Clay recommends using his voice therapy course to strengthen each register equally and bring health and longevity to your singing. Are you ready to take your vocal skills to the next level? Join Clay's five-day vocal bootcamp, available now at myvoicementor.com/bootcamp, and sign up for his Voice Mentoring Program to see great results. Don't forget to like, review, and watch the podcast on Apple Podcasts and YouTube, and start reaching your full vocal potential today! Links https://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/ Shane Sings 5 Octaves on the Piano ⁠Shane Sings 5 Octaves on the Piano Autotune Timestamps: 00:00:00 Exploring Vocal Range: Is It Possible to Sing Five Octaves? 00:02:00 Unlocking the Possibility of Five Octaves: A Professional Discussion on Vocal Range 00:03:00 Exploring the Possibility of Singing Five Octaves 00:11:00 Exploring Five Octaves in Singing: Achieving Higher Registers Without Pushing 00:14:00 Vocal Range Expansion: Benefits and Strategies for Improvement

What do you think of AI technology? Do you think it's dangerous or a useful tool? In today's episode Clay is discussing the impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) on public speakers, voiceover artists, and singers. AI is here for the foreseeable future, so it is important to understand if it is something to fear or to use as a helpful tool. There are growing uses of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in art and creativity. It is clear that AI can be a powerful tool, but also can bring up some trepidation. In this episode, we are putting AI to the test. We are going to write a song with the help of AI. Come and take this journey with us as we dive into the world of AI. Timestamps 00:00:00 Exploring the Impact of AI on Public Speakers, Voiceover Artists, and Singers 00:03:00 Exploring the Impact of AI on Art and Creativity 00:04:00 Exploring the Benefits of Artificial Intelligence for Creative Pursuits 00:09:00 Exploring AI-Assisted Songwriting: An Experiment 00:11:00 Exploring ChatGPT: An AI Tool Taking the World by Storm 00:13:00 Creating a Song with AI: A Real-Time Experiment 00:15:00 Exploring the Possibility of Writing a Song in the Style of Ben Rector 00:20:00 Exploring Songwriting: Crafting a Verse, Chorus, and Bridge 00:23:00 Exploring the Possibilities of AI-Assisted Songwriting Artificial Intelligence (AI),Impacts of AI, Public Speakers, Voiceover artists, Singers, AI and Creativity, AI as a Tool, AI-Assisted Songwriting, Experiment, ChatGPT, Songwriting, Ben Rector, AI Possibilities, AI Benefits, AI Dangers

Do you warmup your voice before you speak or sing? On today's episode, Clay is discussing the importance of warming up the voice before singing, public speaking, or any other use of the voice. He emphasizes that warming up the voice is just as important as warming up the body and encourages singers and public speakers to take the time to do so. Clay explains why it is important to warm up your voice every day. It doesn't take a long time, only 15 to 20 minutes, but it does require daily discipline. Warming up can help singers have their voices for a lifetime. On this episode Clay walk you through a powerful exercise from his singing course and explains why it is important to focus on the intrinsic muscles of the larynx. If you want to take proper care of your voice and strengthen it for a lifetime, you won't want to miss todays episode. Links Vocal Bootcamp http://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/ Timestamps 00:00:00 Exploring the Benefits of Voice Warm-Ups for Singers and Public Speakers 00:03:00 The Benefits of Voice Warm-Ups for Singers 00:07:00 Warming Up Your Voice: Why It's Important and How to Do It 00:08:00 The Importance of Vocal Ligament Exercises for Voice Health 00:10:00 Warming Up the Ligament: A Guide to Strengthening Your Voice 00:12:00 Exploring Vocal Fry and High Resonance Compression 00:14:00 Voice Compression: How to Access Upper and Lower Frequencies for Improved Tonal Resonance 00:16:00 Vocal Warmup Exercise for Singers 00:18:00 Exploring Multiple Registers in Vocal Warmups 00:20:00 Vocal Warmup Exercise: Working Out the Ligament and Finding Your Range 00:26:00 Warm Up Your Voice: Strengthening the Ligament for Maximum Results 00:28:00 Voice Warm-Up Exercises: Strengthening Your Voice for Optimal Performance

Do you think your voice has a shelf life? Today's guests will prove you wrong. David and the Giants is a Christian band that has been around since the 1970s. The band still performs today and recently rocked the house at an event in the DFW area and I was able to sit down and have a candid conversation about their lives and music. David Huff, his brothers Rayburn and Clayborn, along with drummer Keith Thibodeaux (Little Ricky from the I Love Lucy Show) founded the band David and the Giants in the 1960s. It all started when David suggested to his brothers that they learn to play instruments. Soon after, they joined the rock and roll band. David and the Giants were ahead of their time, pioneering the Christian rock genre before anyone else. The band was was a hit and doors opened for them to rock the house at any church that would allow their progressive rock style. Today they will share their story of being born again through their music. They truly are an inspiration and I can't wait for you to meet them. Timestamps 00:00:00 Introduction 00:03:00 The Unsung Heroes of Christian Rock 00:17:00 A Look into their Music and Fundraising Efforts 00:19:00 Conversation with David on Vocal Strength and Ministry 00:21:00 A Story of God's Calling 00:22:00 Expressing Gratitude and Inspiring Action Links https://davidhuff.com https://www.facebook.com/davidandthegiants/ I'm Still Rockin (Intro Music)

Do you want to know the secret to a perfect singing voice. Well, today I'm spilling the beans so buckle up. This is the one skill that every singer should apply to their voice. This skill is easy to do, but difficult from a mindset perspective. In order to embrace this super power within you, you must unlearn what they think they know and remove the barriers that may be preventing you from progressing. Today I'm going to use as an example one of the best speech level singers of our generation, despite not actually being a singer. He was able to reach the heart of every listener because he was not trying to impress them with his vocal skills, and his lack of formal vocal training allowed him to have a unique sound. As you listen I encourage you to start fresh and accept you own voice, no matter your experience level. Chapters 00:00:00 The Easiest Thing You Can Do for Your Voice 00:02:00 Exploring the Benefits of Deconstructing the Voice 00:04:00 Exploring the Power of Speech Level Singing for Singers 00:07:00 Mr. Rogers as a Model 00:09:00 Exploring the Impact of Mr. Rogers' Singing on Our Lives 00:11:00 The Benefits of Simplicity in Singing 00:12:00 Speech Level Singing: A Step-by-Step Guide 00:16:00 The Power of Storytelling Through Song 00:18:00 The Power of the Voice Links Mr. Rogers Intro https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FhAJnx5uwUU Nat King Cole https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JFyuOEovTOE

Auto-tune has become a popular tool for producers and singers to use to enhance their voice. It can be used to correct pitch, but if overused, it can negatively affect the artistic quality of the voice. It is important to understand how to use the tool appropriately as it is not going away anytime soon. Auto-tune is beneficial for those who need a small nudge in their pitch, but can be detrimental for those with more drastic pitch discrepancies. It is a useful tool for songwriters to reference the melody they are going for and for developing singers to get a sense of what their voice should sound like if they hit the right pitches. Links Cher “Do You Believe In Life After Love” (Autotune) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZXRV4MezEw https://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/ Timestamps 00:00:00 Exploring Autotune: How the Revolutionary Tool Has Changed Music Production 00:02:00 The Impact of Autotune on Modern Music 00:06:00 The Benefits of Pitch Correction Software for Singers and Songwriters 00:09:00 Pitch Correction for Vocalists: Autotune and Manual Approaches 00:13:00 Using Technology to Improve Singing 00:14:00 The Benefits of Using Enhancement Tools While Developing Your Voice 00:16:00 Tips for Singers on Using Vocal Production Tools

Have you noticed a decline in your voice as you have gotten older? Today I am talking about the fear many people experience when they start to notice a  their voice changing after 40.  The good news is, there are tools that can turn back the clock on the voice and keep it youthful and healthy. In this episode, I encourage listeners that proper care of the voice will allow it to last for a lifetime.  People's voices can decline as they age, but there are measures that can be taken to ensure one's voice will last a lifetime. To illustrate this concept, the Clay compares the voice to a car. Some people pay a lot of money for performance vehicles. These vehicles are not built to last as long as an everyday, lower-priced car. This is also true for performance athletes; performance oriented sports like football or boxing have a limited shelf life, while sports like golf can be played effectively even as you age. There can also be extreme physical demands on singing in order to have an impressive voice, and singers like Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey were very hard on their own voices. The answer to having a powerful voice is found in the middle part of the voice which is often overlooked, especially by singers. Links http://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/ https://myvoicementor.com/checkout-monthly-30-day-free-trial/ https://www.youtube.com/@myvoicementor Timestamps 00:00:00 Maintaining Your Voice Post 40: How to Turn Back the Clock on Your Voice 00:05:00 Exploring Ways to Maintain a Lasting Voice: Comparing the Voice to a Car 00:06:00 The Difference Between Performance and Longevity in Vehicles and Vocalists 00:11:00 The Impact of Vocal Technique on Singers' Voices 00:12:00 Reclaiming Your Voice: How to Achieve a Lasting Vocal Tone 00:17:00 Vocal Transformation: Take the First Step with my Free Five Day Vocal Bootcamp

Imagine yourself suddenly having your voice choked and struggle to speak. This is what many sufferers of spasmodic dysphonia suffer face every day. To kick off this season of the podcast, I wanted to introduce you to my wife Beth and for you to hear her incredible about how she has found the strength to overcome this condition and how her journey has helped us to uncover vocal tips and exercises to improve almost any voice. LINKS Free Vocal Bootcamp https://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/ My Voice Mentor 30 Day Free Trial https://click.mlflow.com/link/c/YT0xOTcyNTM3NjAzOTMyNTU4ODYwJmM9bzN1MSZlPTE5MjgmYj05Nzk5NjAxOTEmZD1rMnM0YjVr.xHmEOlKJKNr4YPw8GXQBDJ0A4mXA4vQhw8vAgVXGpdg TIMESTAMPS 0:00:00  Unlocking Your Voice: An Interview with Beth Collins on the My Voice Mentor Podcast 0:01:42  Interview with Beth Collins on Spasmodic Dysphonia 0:03:40  Spasmodic Dysphonia Diagnosis: A Story of Redemption and Transition 0:05:32  Treatment for Neurological Voice Disorder 0:08:15 Spasmodic Dysphonia: A Journey to Healing Through Vocal Coaching and Surgery 0:13:44  Fine Tuning Process During Surgery for Spasmodic Dysphonia 0:16:01  Vocal Recovery After Spasmodic Dysphonia Surgery 0:17:57  Hope and Healing for Vocal Health Issues 0:20:39  Invest in Your Voice: Vocal Therapy Solutions

Today's topic is lies about your voice. Maybe you've believed them internally, maybe they're things that someone has told you.

Most people don't like their voice, and I think that's the biggest problem most singers and public speakers have. I want to cure people of that by helping to change their mindset and explaining why they should like their voice. The voice is a an amazing instrument. In it’s basic sense, the vocal folds come together and vibrate to make sound. We all have them and under a scope they're pretty much indistinguishable each another. All human voices have the same basic function, so why do we come to the conclusion that some voices are good and others are bad? I spend most of my time dealing with unhealthy mindsets as it relates to the voice. You can change your voice and more importantly, you can return it to the proper way it was intended to be used. I never encourage people to put on a facade, but rather to find their true voice.  Believe it or not, your true voice is your best voice.

I've noticed a lot of people are podcasters. There's a handful of musicians out there and lots of content creators, but we're all using our voice, and so I think it's a really important question for all of us to ask ourselves. How do I get, keep and maintain? A great voice for my whole life. How do I do that? Well, I wanna give you what I would consider to be the number one thing you can do for your voice to keep it healthy, youthful, sustained through the course of your life. Most of us don't even think about this so today we are going to open up that can or worms.

Today we're going to talk about an epidemic among singers: the problem of memorizing lyrics. But first, let me tell you about my five day Vocal Boot Camp, which is the best thing you can do for your voice right now. Just click the link below https://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/

https://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/ Why do children never lose their voice even when they're shouting, screeching, yelling, screaming? Today we're going to answer that question, and figure out how to apply their instinctive skills to our voice today so that we never lose our voice again. We can learn a lot from the way children use their voice. Believe it or not, they use their voice correctly. That’s right they use their voice the right way. In fact, children don't start manifesting voice problems until they are around four to six because this is when children start actively trying to change their voice. This is what today's topic is all about.

What is the number one thing you want to achieve with your voice? If you want to improve your voice, take advantage of my five-day vocal boot camp clicking on the link below. https://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/ Most singers and speakers struggle with the battle between impressing the audience and imparting something to them. It might surprise you to know that even singers and speakers who are very accomplished struggle with confidence in their own voice. If we are honest, most of us don't believe we have that great of a voice, so we add extra stuff to try to add value to it, but that's not what the audience wants. This is what we are talking about today.

On today's episode of the My Voice Mentor Podcast, I'm going to show you the number one way to improve your voice, and it's absolutely free. I'm also going to give you a free five-day vocal boot camp. Just click the link below https://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/

If you're wondering how long your voice is going to last, or if you're worried that you won't be able to continue to do what you're doing at the level you're doing it, stay tuned. But first, check out my free vocal boot camp. https://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/

Today's episode is all about getting rid of the words you use a lot when you talk in front of an audience, and give you a free five-day vocal boot camp that I would love for you to be a part of. Just click the link below. https://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/ If you use “Ummm” or “Like” or “You Know” a lot, you're not alone. We use filler words because we are afraid of pausing, and yet we need to in order to collect the rest of our thought. Thats what today's episode is all about.

Have you ever wanted to learn how to do vocal runs, vocal riffs, articulations, all that kind of stuff? Well, today's going to be a super fun episode where I'm going to show you some things that might just blow your mind. Vocal runs can be awesome, but they have to stay true to form, be consistent with the style that you're going for, and most importantly, be authentic. Before you learn how to run, you have to first learn how to lift your body off the ground, crawl, then how to walk. Only then will you be ready to do complex riffs and runs. The good news is, anyone can do vocal runs, you just have to know how to practice them in a methodical way and use the right muscles.

You should stop inserting vocal runs into your exercises if you want to strengthen and develop your voice. You can get five practical, easy ways to improve your voice for free. Just click on the link in the show notes or the description to get started. https://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/ In today's podcast, I'm going to talk about taming that part of ourselves that wants to immediately attach to a style. If you want to improve your voice, you have to focus on the basics, not on impressing others or copying other artists. You have to spend focus on how to improve your singing and not try to be like anyone else. You've got to remove your style and learn how to crawl, stand upright then finally to walk. In other words, you have to do the basics before you can begin to insert your own style.

I believe that it should normal to encounter people with amazing vocal gifts and talents, whether it be speaking or singing. Today I'm going to talk about the drawbacks and pitfalls of the famous.  But before we go into all that.  I want you to take advantage of my 5 day free vocal bootcamp.  Click the link below to get started. https://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/

Welcome to the My Voice Mentor Podcast: Today we are going to learn how to use a microphone properly. I also want to give you a free five day vocal boot camp course to help you improve your voice right now.  All you have to do is click below. https://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/ To get the full benefit of today's episode, click on the link below to watch on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qLehMayxpIk And while you’re there, please like and subscribe hit the bell notification if you want to be alerted to future videos. This episode is very important because both singers and public speakers rarely use a microphone properly, and it drives sound engineers absolutely bonkers. So let's dive right in and have a healthy dialogue about how to use a microphone properly.

You've been given a voice. Don’t you want to get better at using it? I want to give you a five-day vocal boot camp for free to help you. Just click below to get started. https://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/ Everybody deserves to invest in their voice, It’s great for singing but also for public speakers voice lessons not only improves your singing voice, it also greatly benefits your speaking voice. Today's topic is about finding your voice in life, and how sometimes your purpose may conflict with your passions. So whether you're just starting out, or you've been at it for a few years, this topic is for you.

f you want to improve your voice, whether you're a public speaker or a singer, check out my free 5 day vocal boot Camp. It's going to give you some great practical tips to help you start improving your voice right now. https://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/ Style is usually the thing that gets us interested in singing, but sometimes it can actually be our worst enemy because it’s not always good for our voice in the long term. That's what we will be talking about today.

Today on the My Voice Mentor Podcast, we’re going to be talking about how becoming a content creator can be a great thing for your business, brand or for whatever message you want to get across. But first, if you want to improve your voice, sign up for my free five-day vocal boot camp, click the link below to get started. https://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/

If you're wanting to improve in something, whether it's basketball, baseball, or whatever it is, you need a coach. I want to talk about that today but first, I want to give you a free five-day vocal boot camp.  Click the link below to get started. https://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/ Do you need a voice coach? How do you find a good one? There's a criteria that helps in the decision making process that I want to help you with. In this episode, we are going to identify what to look for.

On today's episode of the My Voice Mentor Podcast, I'm going to talk about the fear of botching it on stage. I'm also going to share some stories about my wildly epic fails. Before we get into today's episode, I want to make you aware of a free five-day vocal Bootcamp that I want to give to you. Click on the link in the description to get started. https://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/

Today I’m on a coaching call with Courtney.  She has been a part of the My Voice Mentor community for some time has gone through our Vocal Pro program and is now launching her vocal career. She hasn't even graduated middle school yet. Maybe you've never thought about taking your vocal talents in to a path of a career, but now is the best time to think about it. There are many professional opportunities that are not only gainfully financially profitable, but also keep you sharp as a vocalist. I want to offer you something for free. Click the link in the link below https://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/

Welcome to the My Voice Mentor Podcast! I'm going to talk to you about something very important today, and I'm going to give you a free five-day vocal jump start program if you click on the link in the show notes below. https://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/ Most people will have to deal with voice health issues at some point in their life, and if we don't take the right approach to getting our voice back in shape, it can actually lead to more serious conditions down the road. For a lot of people, COVID changed their voice seemingly permanently. If you had COVID, laryngitis, a cold, or any other illness that affects your voice, there are three great ways to jump start your voice and get it on the road to recovery. If you've had a cold or any upper respiratory illness in the last 12 months, have bad vocal habits, or a combination of both, you may be at risk of a prolonged, potentially serious vocal issue. You may be dealing with ligament damage.

Show Notes Today we're going be talking about perfectionism. And I'm giving away a free five day vocal bootcamp. It's going to give your voice everything it needs to start moving your voice in the right direction. Just click the link below to get started https://myvoicementor.com/bootcamp/ We all know the story of the Tortoise and the Hare. The hare was the faster runner and the tortoise was slower. But the turtle kept going, and in the end, the tortoise won the race. I'm gonna be honest, when I first heard that story, I thought it was a bunch of malarkey. But I've come to realize that slow, steady steps will always outpace talent, and that most people who don't feel like they're talented don't show up to the party. On the other hand, a perfectionist limits their potential because they will only participate in work that they can do perfectly. And let’s face it, most people don't become perfect at any one thing. Most of us develop many skills but none perfectly. A perfectionist always has a ceiling in their work because they won't execute things that they're not very good at. On the other hand, a progress minded person always tries to make progress, regardless of how good or bad they are at whatever they are trying to achieve. The bottom line is, If you can say you're better this week than last, you will outpace the perfectionist every single time, because they rely on their talent and abilities, while you rely on your relentless continuous pursuit moving forward. As I was developing My Voice Mentor, I was pairing my YouTube channel up with my competition and the numbers were just so depressing that I was tempted to think to myself, Oh, gosh, what am I doing? I wouldn't let myself go there, but instead I said to myself, who has the most potential for progress, me or them? I think I can go from 600 views to 1200 views. I decided to start making progress. It won't happen overnight, but if I keep stretching myself, I'll be in the same space as the person I want to be like. As a singer and mentor, my job is to provide a pathway for you to follow, because I've been through some of the paths that you're walking through now. I want to tell you a great story that has inspired me greatly over the years. A student of mine had a learning disability and struggled even learning how to talk. She came to me to learn piano and didn't expect to succeed, but she kept coming up to bat and set herself up to succeed. She was told she would never learn to speak, but now she's 26 and not only talks just fine, she also drives a car, and has never been in an accident. She's also learned how to play the piano as well as anybody. She's overcoming the odds and people like that light the world with their overcoming spirit. Think about this, my piano student with a disability is one of my best students. She practices hours every day and is working her way through some very difficult material, and she has defied the odds. You were born to also defy the odds. I set up the My Voice Mentor voice program for you because I'm rooting for the underdog. I believe in you and I very much want to see you win with your voice. And because you have listened all they way through this podcast.  I can tell you are serious about your voice and I want to give you a free gift. If you click the link below I’ll give you 30 days free access to my online voice coaching program. Just click the link below to get started. https://myvoicementor.com/checkout-monthly-30-day-free-trial/

Welcome to the first episode of the my voice mentor podcast. Today I will be talking to you about how to improve your voice, and I want to encourage you to take my free five day vocal bootcamp. It’s completely free. Just click the link below to get started. www.myvoicementor.com/bootcamp