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YOU CAN BANK ON YOUR VOICE: Your Guide to a Successful Career in Voice-Overs

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By the time you get to this book, you probably already know you should take classes, get a good demo etc. What you need to know is how to market yourself. To that end this book is a waste of time for the novice. Sure, if you're already a singer and have connections in show biz, why not switch gears and try out for voiceover? That's what the author did. This book irritated me -the author is pompous and the book is shallow at best. He doesn't spend enough time on how to market yourself, but encourages you to spend about $10K for an in home studio - if you REALLY want to make it in this business. This guy's condescending and as you take his advice, remember, HE's the only one doing any banking with this type of help.

As a creative director and copywriter of advertising & promo spots --the very ones that voice over artists read in the studio -- I know that Mr. Saulsberry has deliverd the secret details. Often times in guide publications on "how to" start in a business --essential secrets are left out. Perhaps this allows the writer of the publication to "retain an edge" even after he's written what is supposed to be the definitive book. Mr. Saulsberry, on the other hand, has given his weatlh of knowledge openly. The end result is a book that's part business plan - part motivational tool, opening doors, not leaving out important elements --so that an individual who actually has the passion to do this absolutely, unequivicolly CAN. A great read or listen (CD) for anyone in ANY business. The marketing elements are razor sharp and can burst a myriad of different kinds of business to the next level.

Don Reed - reediculous media - creative director/senior copywriter

I've been taking classes in NY and everything I'm learning is what is in this book! I recommend it if you're thinking about getting into the business. There are helpful websites listed in his book that I went to before I spent money on classes and I have been able to find out even more information. I was amazed at how much information is in here that instructors charge so much money for. Do it. The voice over world is yours.

Rodney open's up his heart and head and let's all the GOOD STUFF spill out on the page...The result is the ultimate guide to getting started and then succeeding in the lucrative world of voice-over. Any job, no matter if it's a comercial, a movie trailer or an animated character's voice, Rodney's book is required reading as you make your way towards becoming a PROFESSIONAL VOICE-OVER ARTIST. He shares concepts regarding auditioning, performing and training, as well as covering the personal, business side of being a voice-over artist(and so much more!). I'm forever indebted to Rodney for his friendship, his mentoring and of course, this very awesome book. Bravo, Rodney. THANK YOU FOR SHARING WITH ALL OF US.

This book is a great addition to any person venturing into the voiceover business. Working with my clients in my private practice they benefit from accumulated knowledge. Along with reading books like this one my firsthand experience allows them to get a full picture of the industry and prepare them for the business.

I just finished reading Rodney Saulsberry's book You Can Bank On Your Voice.
I am so excited and motivated. I can't thank him enough for revealing so much
about himself and the secrets about how to make it in the voice-over industry.
This inspiring read has made me get up off of my butt and get busy doing all of the
things he mapped out for you to pursue a career! When I read the part about never being unemployed again, I felt like he was speaking to me personally. I could
definitely relate to that part of the book. VERY MOTIVATING!

You Can Bank On Your Voice is a book that I wish I had while a communications major in college. I would have chosen a very different career that aligns with my natural love of talking and entertaining. But better late than never right? You Can Bank On Your Voice is thorough, concise and inspiring. After reading it you will be many steps closer to making your dream of being professional voice talent a reality. It covers everything you can think of. Consider it your bible--read it often, apply what it says and you will save time, energy, effort AND have a great edge over the competion.

Success in the voice over industry awaits you. Seize this book and seize the day!

Reviewed by M. Lorraine for www.goodgirlbookclubonline.com and The GOOD GIRL Book Club

In You Can Bank On Your Voice: Your Guide To A Successful Career In Voice-Overs, Rodney Saulsberry draws upon his many years as one of the top voice-over talents whose work ranges from Toytoa and Alpo commerical campagins; to movie trailers for such films as How Stella Got Her Grove Back, and Dumb & Dumberer; to character voice for animated television spots and the Spider-man cartoon series to reveal how anyone can become successful in this specialized field of the performing arts. Readers will learn how to audition, find an agent, make a suitable demo CD or a professional quality submission letter, record voice-overs at home, understand the procedure for commercial, promo, and animation voice-over sessions, and much more. An excellent, practical guide for anyone aspiring to an entertainment career, especially those seeking to making a living from their voice but also for other actors seeking to broaden and hone the range of their talents.

The author spends too much time describing how great HIS life and career are rather than just focusing on the nuts and bolts of the business. I found it obnoxious and arrogant with little useful information. Very disappointed. Much better books out there.

I bought this book to learn about the voice over industry, and I am very happy with the way this book is written, the amount of information it contains, the variety of information as well as the variety of sources giving the information. I like the appendix with the practice materials. You need not hesitate - buy it, and read it! Let's learn this profession!