Episode 374: Stop Lying To Yourself
Acting Business Boot Camp
Self-Perception and the Stories We Call “Logic” Most actors don’t think they’re afraid. They think they’re being responsible. They say things like: It’s not the right time I need to be more prepared I don’t want to do it halfway I’ll reach out once things settle down Those sentences sound calm. Thoughtful. Adult. They also quietly keep you from moving. Fear doesn’t usually sound dramatic. It sounds reasonable. And that’s why it’s so effective. Why This Matters So Much Creative entrepreneurs live in nuance. Actors are trained to consider context, timing,...
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Episode 373: Interview with James Robbins
Acting Business Boot Camp
In this episode of the Acting Business Bootcamp Podcast, I sit down with James Robbins to talk about listening to your inner voice, building resilience, and what happens when you stop ignoring the signals that something needs to change. James shares stories from his life as a climber and leadership coach, including what he’s learned from climbing mountains, facing fear, and doing hard things repeatedly. We talk about burnout, discernment, anxiety, and how these lessons apply directly to actors navigating uncertainty in their careers. This episode is about courage, self-trust, and...
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Episode 372: Underestimation, Overestimation, and Grounded Confidence
Acting Business Boot Camp
Self-Perception and Where We Decide We Belong I want to talk about something we reference a lot in acting, but usually only vaguely. Self-perception. It sits at the center of almost every actor’s journey. It shapes how you talk about yourself, who you reach out to, what rooms you think you belong in, and how far you let yourself go. Most of the time, we don’t even notice it happening. Why This Matters So Much I was thinking about 10 Things I Hate About You and that line about being overwhelmed and underwhelmed, and asking if you can ever just be whelmed. It made me think about actors. We...
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Episode 371: "There is Nothing Going on in My Career"
Acting Business Boot Camp
I hear actors say this phrase all the time: “There’s nothing going on in my career.” And I want to be very clear, that idea is almost never true. In this episode of the Acting Business Bootcamp Podcast, I talk about why that belief shows up, how it distorts your perception, and what you should be measuring instead when things feel quiet. I also share why I reshaped my Weekly Accountability Group to focus just as much on time management as accountability. This episode is about structure, consistency, and staying engaged in your acting career even when results aren’t obvious yet....
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Episode 370: You Can’t Call Yourself a Professional Actor If Your Business Is Running Like a Hobby
Acting Business Boot Camp
The Part of the Business We Avoid I don’t know many actors who got into this work because they love paperwork. Money. Invoices. Contracts. Admin. I avoid this side of the business not because I think it’s beneath me, but because it makes me uncomfortable. It forces me to look closely. At numbers. At patterns. At choices I’ve postponed. And lately, I’ve been reminded how common that is. Why Admin Creates So Much Anxiety I’ve had several conversations recently with actors who are genuinely scared of the financial side of their career. Taxes coming up. Receipts scattered. Invoices...
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Episode 369: How Actors Actually Change Their Year
Acting Business Boot Camp
Actors often think a new year will change things. New calendar, new energy, new motivation. But real change doesn’t come from dates. It comes from how you structure your choices, your habits, and your expectations. In this episode of the Acting Business Boot Camp Podcast, Peter Pamela Rose breaks down the five shifts that actually help actors change their year, not in a dramatic, overnight way, but in a grounded, sustainable way that builds real momentum. This conversation is about business, nervous system regulation, consistency, and self leadership. It’s about how actors move out of...
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Episode 368: Two Tabs, One Artist- Keeping Your Spicy Work Separate (and Safe)
Acting Business Boot Camp
The Art of Keeping Things Separate This topic comes up more than people admit. Usually in a whisper. Or an email that starts with, “This might be a weird question…” It’s not weird. It’s just complicated. A lot of actors are working in NSFW or spicy spaces. Erotica audiobooks. Adult games. ASMR. OnlyFans. Patreon. Sensual storytelling. And at the same time, they’re booking e-learning, commercials, family-friendly narration, children’s content. The work itself isn’t the problem. The overlap is. So I want to talk about how to keep those worlds separate in a way that’s...
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Episode 367: Utilize Invisible Guidance
Acting Business Boot Camp
Listening to Invisible Guidance I’ve been thinking a lot about how guidance shows up. Not in big dramatic flashes, but in the tiny whispers. The quiet nudges you feel before anything becomes a full blown lesson. And honestly, the more I look back on my own life, the more I see how often I missed the first whisper. When the Whisper Becomes a Shove I cannot tell you how many times I’ve thought, oh, I already learned this. Except I didn’t. Because the message comes back. And when I still don’t listen, it comes back again, a little louder each time. It’s not punishment. It’s just the...
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Episode 366: The Power of Yes
Acting Business Boot Camp
The Word That Changes Everything I’ve been rereading Larry Moss’s The Intent to Live, and there’s a line that stopped me. He calls “yes” the most important word in acting. It sounds simple, but the more I sat with it, the more true it felt. Why We Default to No I notice how quickly I say no in my own mind. No, I’m not ready. No, someone else deserves that more. No, they’d never want me. It feels responsible. Really, it’s fear. Fear of being seen trying. Fear of messing up. Fear of stepping into something bigger than I’m used to. What “Yes” Actually Means I’m not...
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Episode 365: How to Handle Difficult Family Members Over the Holidays
Acting Business Boot Camp
Family gatherings can be beautiful. They can also feel like emotional landmines, especially when you’re an actor. One minute you’re passing the mashed potatoes. The next you’re answering a pointed question about your career from someone who hasn’t watched a show since 1998. In this week’s episode of the Acting Business Bootcamp Podcast, I talk about how to stay calm, centered, and grounded as you navigate family dynamics. These tools help you protect your energy so you can enjoy the holiday instead of getting swept up in other people’s anxieties. The Question Doesn’t Require a...
info_outlineIf you're a creative who rolls their eyes every time someone says, “You should be on TikTok,” I get it.
I did too.
But I’ve also seen firsthand how a free platform with a low barrier to entry can quietly change your entire business.
Not overnight. But steadily. Strategically. Without becoming someone you’re not.
In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on how I use TikTok to stay visible, book clients, and build trust—without filters, dances, or pretending to be an influencer.
So, why TikTok?
I never expected to like it. I don’t love being on camera. I don’t enjoy over-polishing or oversharing.
But I do love showing up for my community. I love talking shop. And I really love when a new client says,
“I found you on TikTok… I just felt like you got it.”
They didn’t care about my résumé. They didn’t go through my website.
They watched a few videos, got curious, and reached out.
That’s the power of visibility.
Why Visibility Matters More Than Ever
I set a personal goal of 30,000 followers. Not for vanity.
Because I’ve seen how perception changes with scale.
At that number, people stop wondering if you're legit. They start assuming you are.
It’s wild, but true: I’ve had actors tell me they didn’t book the job because they “didn’t have a big enough following.”
So while I don’t love the rule... I’m learning to play the game.
What I Post (and How I Keep It Manageable)
I post just once a day, Monday through Friday. No weekends. That’s it.
My content rotates through three categories:
1. Trend-Based Posts
Not dancing. Not chasing virality.
Just using trending audio or formats to talk about life as a voice actor. Red flags. Weird specs. Behind-the-scenes stress. Stuff people relate to.
2. Original Content
This is where I share warmups, workflow tips, gear recs, or things I wish I knew when I started out.
The more specific, the better.
3. Personal Stories
No life-overhauls or tearful confessions.
Just honest stories from inside the booth: bombing auditions, almost quitting, learning the hard way.
Those posts? They connect deeply.
A Weekly Posting Roadmap
If you want to try it out, here’s a simple structure:
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Monday – A trend or audio reworked for your niche
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Tuesday – Respond to a question or comment
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Wednesday – Share a personal or client story
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Thursday – A POV sketch or observation
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Friday – Tips or encouragement for beginners
Repeat. Tweak. Evolve based on what’s resonating.
Use Your Analytics
TikTok gives you free data.
Look at what people are watching all the way through, saving, or sharing—and lean into that.
Kill what’s not working. Keep what is. Don’t overthink it.
This isn’t about being viral. It’s about being valuable.
Profile Tips to Help You Get Hired
You don’t need a perfect feed. But your profile should make sense to someone new:
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Clean, recognizable photo (not necessarily a headshot)
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Bio that says what you do and what kind of content you make
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Link to your site or lead magnet
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Keep your vibe real. Show up as yourself.
Don’t hide your mic. Don’t over-filter. You’re not selling a brand. You’re being a person.
What If You’re Not Using TikTok?
That’s totally fine.
But then ask yourself: Where are your future clients going to find you?
Instagram? YouTube? Discord? Email?
Wherever you plan to show up, you need a strategy.
And if you’re not going to show up at all? Then you need a different kind of strategy.
Need Help? I’ve Got You.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed or stuck about how to grow your VO presence online—let’s talk.
You can always reach me through mandy@actingbusinessbootcamp.com, or DM me on TikTok at @astoriaredhead.
I’d love to see what you’re creating.
Because we’re not just growing followers.
We’re growing careers.