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...
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Episode 364: Choice, Habit, Love: How Actors Build Real Momentum
Acting Business Boot Camp
Actors often wait for motivation. We hope a burst of inspiration will get us moving, keep us consistent, or push us to the next level. But real growth rarely starts with motivation. It starts with one small choice. In this episode of the Acting Business Bootcamp Podcast, I talk about the simple cycle that has changed my life many times over. Choice. Habit. Love. It’s a framework you can use in your acting career, your training, and your personal development to build strength and momentum in a way that actually lasts. The Moment I Realized Something Needed to Change A few years ago, I was...
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Episode 363: The Power of Slow as an Actor
Acting Business Boot Camp
Why Slow Is the New Secret Weapon for Actors The entertainment industry glorifies hustle. Fast auditions, faster turnarounds, constant pressure to keep up. But what if slowing down is the real secret to booking more roles and building a lasting career? In this episode of the Acting Business Bootcamp Podcast, I talk about the power of slow and why being intentional, grounded, and patient can make you not only a stronger performer but also a more fulfilled human being. The Myth of Hustle: Why Speed Doesn’t Equal Success We’ve been conditioned to think that “busy” means...
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Episode 362: Paywalls, Performances, and the Price of Transparency
Acting Business Boot Camp
The Irony of Paid Transparency I saw a post the other day that made me stop mid-scroll. An actor—let’s call him Workshop Guy—was going viral for saying he was “tired of gatekeeping in the industry.” He wanted to break down the walls, create transparency, build community… all that good stuff. And then, at the end of his video, came the link. A $200 workshop. I laughed out loud. Because, honestly, that’s not transparency. That’s marketing. Let’s talk about why. The Anti-Gatekeeping Paywall Here’s the thing: if your solution to exclusivity is to sell tickets to your...
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Episode 361: Self Tapes That Book Part II
Acting Business Boot Camp
The Heart Behind a Great Self-Tape I’ll be honest—I couldn’t even remember how I start my podcast today. “Hello, I hope you had a great week?” That sounds right. Anyway, welcome back to Self-Tapes That Book, Part Two. Last week we talked about tech and mindset, about creating a space that supports your confidence instead of draining it. The kind of space that makes you feel like you just slipped into your favorite outfit—the one that makes you feel unstoppable. That’s exactly how I want your self-tape setup to feel: effortless, energizing, and completely you. Four Keys...
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Episode 360: Self Tapes that Book Part 1
Acting Business Boot Camp
In this episode, I’m diving into one of the most important topics for any working actor today: self-tapes. They’re no longer an occasional request or a pandemic workaround. Self-tapes are the audition room now. That means your setup, your mindset, and your energy have to communicate professionalism and confidence before you ever say a line. After losing my voice for a few weeks (and getting some incredible help from Mandy Fisher, Rose Marie, and Taylor), I wanted to come back with something that felt useful and practical. Because here’s the truth: the actors who treat...
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.