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

michellereadingoutloud@gmail.com

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