Top 5 Voice Over Beginner Mistakes (and What to Do Instead!)

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Avoid These 5 Voice Over Mistakes Every Beginner Makes (and What to Do Instead!)

Starting a voice acting career? Don’t let these common mistakes cost you time, money, or jobs. In this video, we break down the five biggest mistakes new voice actors make—and how you can avoid them.

Whether you’re just getting started in voice over or looking to level up your VO business, these tips will help you build a strong foundation, land more auditions, and grow faster.

What You’ll Learn in This Video:

Why jumping into voice over with no training will hold you back.

The danger of direct marketing a DIY demo (and when they’re actually useful).

How to stop “just reading out loud” and sound conversational in every script.

Why you must keep business and personal life separate on social media.

How to handle conflicting advice in the VO industry without getting stuck.

✅ Perfect for aspiring voice actors, audiobook narrators, and freelancers who want to start strong and avoid the traps most beginners fall into.

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The content on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only. While I share tips, strategies, and guidance based on my experience as a professional voice actor, there is no guarantee of earning income or securing voice over work by using the information provided. Results vary depending on individual effort, skill level, market conditions, and other factors. Viewers should use their own judgment and take personal responsibility for their voiceover career decisions.