Grants Voice

Former morning drive time DJ. I understand what it takes to help you grab your customers attention!

My voice is a deep baritone/bass, neutral mid-western US accent and has been described as believable, friendly, conversational, authentic, and articulate.

01/20/2024

Many of you know I started a "Voice Over" business just over three years ago. That has lead to a suite of services like The Webinar Guy (Webinar hosting/moderation), Greenscreen spokesperson, UGC acting (UgcActor.com) and other goodies like "Breaking News" video creation. I recently did this basic recording for a client:

I recorded the "basic" video with the crawler, scroller, and back screen (That I do in recording).
THEN then the buyer had his video editor hit it. AMAZING (I think!) The rest (video & audio effects) was on him:
https://youtu.be/izbJu-kbvQc

05/03/2022

While it's great to have blinders on, they can keep us from seeing opportunity. They also help keep us from shiny objects!
How can I help your business grow?

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04/27/2022

Do you need a pop filter?- Getting Started in Voice Over #42
Probably not, but it depends on how you record. I have my mic on a boom over my head (see video). I can't tell you the last time I used the pop filter.
You be the judge!

How can I help your business grow?

Did you see the announcement last week about TheWebinarGuy website? Visit now!!

04/21/2022

Can't we all just play nice?
THAT would be great, but often the opposite happens.

How can I help your business grow?

04/20/2022

So excited about today's episode.
Two great reasons to watch the WHOLE episode: First is my special guest, DeborahGardner.com AND my special announcement about my new offering for success!

04/19/2022

I noticed a week or so ago that I was making (unconscious) mouth clicks that were worsening. Pay attention on your post edits for things that change and sneak in!

How can I help your business grow?

04/14/2022

Can your actor "hold" a character? The embodiment? The voice, attitude, swagger, shyness?
How can I help your business grow?

04/13/2022

Today's episode is more about filling those seats and considering using a or to get your off the ground. PLUS a Very Special announcement introducing next week's guest , DeborahGardner.com cmp! Talk about excited!!! PLUS PLUS a new business service announcement!!
How can I help your business grow"?

04/12/2022

Well, it's "almost" episode 40. Listen to find out why and a quick recap of the episodes since July, 2021.
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How can I help your business grow?

04/07/2022

Directing Talent: Speaking for You E7

Here's some thoughts about directing your actors in your "on screen" roles.

04/06/2022

Marketing & Promotion (P2)and What about Cancelling; Zooming To Webinar Success E8
I refresh on ways to connect as well as when to consider cancelling an event and why.

How can I help your business?

04/05/2022

How do we stand out? - Getting Started in Voice Over #39
There are few if any certifications for and work. No "Masters" or other college level things we can point to. So how do others know we're "good enough"?

03/30/2022

In this episode, I cover some of the ways to consider promoting your webinar and the sweet spot on when to start!

How can I help your business?

03/29/2022

Using Time Effectively - Getting Started in Voice Over 38

It can be maddening as an entrepreneur to decide. What IS the best decision here. But it's the business decisions we make that make our business grow and prosper... and not.

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How can I help your business?

03/24/2022

You're Hiring a Character! Speaking for You E4
As you think about hiring on-screen talent, remember you're hiring an Actor- A Character!

03/23/2022

In this episode, I talk about the various decisions surrounding "How often" to hold your webinar. Listen in!

How can I help your business?

03/22/2022

To sit or stand when recording? Getting Started in Voice Over #37

03/17/2022

Today we look at some of the draw backs and pitfalls of using on-screen talent!
I was speaking yesterday with my most frequent customer that uses me for on-screen spokes person work. She said they’d been in a meeting a week or two ago and suddenly thought, “What if Grant decides not to do this anymore? Or if he got really sick, or…”
Well, there’s that.
Watch now!

03/16/2022

In E4 we discussed defining the purpose, goals or objectives. Hopefully you have now defined WHY you’re having your webinar, or better- WHAT you want to accomplish.

Today’s episode- number 5- we’re going to strategize a bit.
Think about the learning by firehose memes you’ve seen. We all GET the metaphor. So defining what you wanted to accomplish should inform how to go about your inaugural webinar. In other words, we don’t want to firehose your audience! We want to break it down.

03/15/2022

While it appears that originally the was for, well, streamers, it has many uses well beyond streaming! Hmmm, for example! Or when using . So many shortcuts and ease of use utilities! Check out the video!

How can I help your business grow?

03/13/2022

Another World Premier!! My newest commercial demo. Know an organization that needs a ?

03/12/2022

World premier time!!
When you need a spokesperson and you need the video to be more interesting, consider a second camera angle!
How can I help your business?

03/10/2022

If you’ve ever been in theater, or acting of any kind, you know there are many reasons actors are selected, or rejected. It may be NOTHING you did or didn’t do. I’ve actually seen VOICE rejections like, “he didn’t sound tall enough.” ummm, okay.
So back to an assumption that you now have several choices for your role.
Listen in!

How can I help your business?

03/09/2022

In this episode we’re going to discuss , or .
As simple as this may sound, in consulting on webinars and business both, it stuns me how often people don’t consider the real purpose of what they are doing!
There’s an old story that then President Kennedy, (remember this was moon-shot-planning days!)-- asked a janitor what he did at the White House. Supposedly the man answered, “I’m helping put a man on the moon!”
True or not, it really demonstrates someone who understands their purpose.
So, I ask you; What is the purpose of your webinar? What’s the goal, the objective?

May I help plan your webinar?

03/08/2022

Taking a short break from "Getting Started as a and covering new tools I've gotten. This week a look at the Elgato Facecam. Clarity is great. I compare it to my Logi C922Pro.

How can I help your business?

03/02/2022

Episode #3: ManagingYourAudience or
Today’s episode- #3 will assume you have some type following. This is almost always from one or two places: Over a period of time you’ve established a solid email list: 2) You have established a following on various social media platforms. In essence, you have followers or fans and they are WANTING more content.

The question then for today is, “How will I manage the audience?- or How to manage contacts?”

03/01/2022

Today is about being an entrepreneur, so whether you’re a voice artist or flower shop owner, restaurateur, or other small business owner/operator, this is for you.

Few if ANY of our friends understand what it’s like to be an entrepreneur. Until you are responsible for every single element of a business, you won’t get it.
What’s everything? Name it.
Business planning, financing, pricing decisions, hours of operation, marketing, advertising, accounting, tax prep, communications with… everyone, customer service, employee training and Development, and MORE
How can I help your business?
https://GrantsVoice.com/
More demos here: https://tinyurl.com/My-Demos

02/24/2022

Welcome to a new series I'm doing on how to best use, hire and direct or for your organization. There are many different things that can be done from to . Here's the introduction video!
How can I help your business?

02/23/2022

The Very Basics -Zooming To Webinar Success E02
I did a bunch of planning, set up a spreadsheet and knew exactly where I thought I'd need to help you start, then a conversation with a new client yesterday, made me realize I needed to start further back.
So, let's start here! The MOST basic of basics!

I'm available to create and manage your webinar and even your live or hybrid event if needed!

What would you like to learn?
How can I help your business?

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While it's great to have blinders on, they can keep us from seeing opportunity. They also help keep us from shiny objects! How can I help your business grow? #businessgoals, #staythecourse

Do you need a pop filter?- Getting Started in Voice Over #42 Probably not, but it depends on how you record. I have my mic on a boom over my head (see video). I can't tell you the last time I used the pop filter. You be the judge! How can I help your business grow? Did you see the announcement last week about TheWebinarGuy website? Visit now!! #voiceover #voiceoveractor #popfilter

Can't we all just play nice? THAT would be great, but often the opposite happens. How can I help your business grow? #hireonscreentalent #spokesperson

So excited about today's episode. Two great reasons to watch the WHOLE episode: First is my special guest, DeborahGardner.com AND my special announcement about my new offering for #webinar success!

I noticed a week or so ago that I was making (unconscious) mouth clicks that were worsening. Pay attention on your post edits for things that change and sneak in! #mouthnoise #voiceacting How can I help your business grow?

Can your actor "hold" a character? The embodiment? The voice, attitude, swagger, shyness? How can I help your business grow?

Today's episode is more about filling those seats and considering using a #salesfunnel or #salesfunnels to get your #webinarmarketing off the ground. PLUS a Very Special announcement introducing next week's guest #interview, DeborahGardner.com cmp! Talk about excited!!! PLUS PLUS a new business service announcement!! How can I help your business grow"?

Well, it's "almost" episode 40. Listen to find out why and a quick recap of the episodes since July, 2021. #voiceactor #newtalent #voice actor. How can I help your business grow?

Directing Talent: Speaking for You E7 Here's some thoughts about directing your actors in your "on screen" roles. #onscreentalent #greenscreenspokesperson #greenscrrenactor

Marketing & Promotion (P2)and What about Cancelling; Zooming To Webinar Success E8 I refresh on ways to connect as well as when to consider cancelling an event and why. #zoomwebinars #webinarhost #webinarmoderator How can I help your business?

How do we stand out? - Getting Started in Voice Over #39 There are few if any certifications for #voiceacting and #voiceover work. No "Masters" or other college level things we can point to. So how do others know we're "good enough"? #getcoaching

In this episode, I cover some of the ways to consider promoting your webinar and the sweet spot on when to start! #zoomwebinars #webinarhost #webinarmoderator #WebinarWednesday How can I help your business?

Using Time Effectively - Getting Started in Voice Over 38 It can be maddening as an entrepreneur to decide. What IS the best decision here. But it's the business decisions we make that make our business grow and prosper... and not. #businessconsulting #startinginvoiceover #voiceoverhelp. How can I help your business? #entrepreneur #business

You're Hiring a Character! Speaking for You E4 As you think about hiring on-screen talent, remember you're hiring an Actor- A Character! #onscreenactor #spokesperson #character

In this episode, I talk about the various decisions surrounding "How often" to hold your webinar. Listen in! How can I help your business? #freewebinar #education #infowebinar #onlinetraining #businessworkshop

To sit or stand when recording? Getting Started in Voice Over #37

Today we look at some of the draw backs and pitfalls of using on-screen talent! I was speaking yesterday with my most frequent customer that uses me for on-screen spokes person work. She said they’d been in a meeting a week or two ago and suddenly thought, “What if Grant decides not to do this anymore? Or if he got really sick, or…” Well, there’s that. Watch now! #onscreentalent #greenscreenactor

In E4 we discussed defining the purpose, goals or objectives. Hopefully you have now defined WHY you’re having your webinar, or better- WHAT you want to accomplish. Today’s episode- number 5- we’re going to strategize a bit. Think about the learning by firehose memes you’ve seen. We all GET the metaphor. So defining what you wanted to accomplish should inform how to go about your inaugural webinar. In other words, we don’t want to firehose your audience! We want to break it down. #virtualMeeting #zoomwebinar #webinarstrategy

While it appears that originally the #Elgato #Streamdeck was for, well, streamers, it has many uses well beyond streaming! Hmmm, #Voiceover for example! Or when using #OBS. So many shortcuts and ease of use utilities! Check out the video! How can I help your business grow?