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Are you an actor, a director, or simply a lover of live theatre? Dedicated To The Craft is a podcast meant to inspire while helping you grow personally and professionally - on stage and off.

On this episode of Dedicated to the Craft, "Grounding & Honest Perspective," Scott Leon Smith introduces the podcast series, which is part of Electric Secrets, a variety podcast produced by MonsterVox Productions. He speaks about the unique traits often associated with actors or those regularly immersed in the theatrical profession and explains concepts essential to grounding yourself and gaining honest perspective as a creative person.

Listen to this episode to hear:

• Tips to help you stay grounded while facilitating further growth in your artistic life.
• How "grounding yourself" helps prepare you mentally for the feast and famine often associated with the art of acting.
• Scott's theory on the importance of flexibility, adaptability, and generosity.
• How to define "ethic" in the context of supporting the work of your imagination.

Meet Your Host

Scott Leon Smith has worked as a professional actor and director for nearly 25 years in a variety of genres. He earned his Master of Fine Arts in Acting at West Virginia University, where he studied under alumni of the prestigious American Conservatory in San Francisco. He honed his craft in Chicago as part of A Crew of Patches, a traveling theatre company that performed Shakespeare for students. Scott is CEO of Monstervox Productions, where he helps clients by providing specialized voice-over work for advertising, audiobooks, eLearning, & instructional videos.

The Legal Stuff

This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice or endorsement of its participants, nor of any companies or persons discussed therein. MonsterVox Productions is not responsible for any losses, damage or liabilities that may arise from the use of information contained in this podcast. The views expressed in this podcast are those of its participants and may not be those of any podcasting platform or hosting service utilized in its distribution.

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On this special episode of BizVox, a podcast from MonsterVox Productions, featuring CEO Scott Leon Smith, we are discussing the inner-workings of "how to rebrand" something. Whether you need to rebrand your business, a product, or in our case, a podcast ... how do you go about it? What questions should you ask and what considerations should be made when exploring the rebranding process?

Episode 3 of the BizVox podcast takes listeners behind the curtain to see (or hear) what goes into the process with the actual podcast as our case study. MonsterVox CEO Scott Smith and marketing manager Abbey Kanellakis are at odds when it comes to the future of the podcast and how it should be positioned when there are so many considerations of where to take the show in 2025. So, the duo is discussing the options for your listening enjoyment.

Listen to this episode to learn:

• When it makes sense to bring in a marketing professional to help make sense of your business strategy.
• How to consider big decisions and how they might impact your brand (and your bottom line).
• How to begin a market research strategy.
• When to let your customers help shape the future of your organization.

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BizVox is your go to podcast for business inspiration. Follow us on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts, and subscribe for fun bonus content and exclusives. Need some help with your business's podcast? Check out MonsterVox Productions.com for professional and affordable podcasting packages with free consultation. Small business, big voice. This is BizVox.

This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice or endorsement of its participants, nor of any companies or persons discussed therein. MonsterVox Productions is not responsible for any losses, damage or liabilities that may arise from the use of information contained in this podcast. The views expressed in this podcast are those of its participants and may not be those of any podcasting platform or hosting service utilized in its distribution.

MonsterVox Productions, LLC.

On this episode of BizVox, produced by MonsterVox Productions Scott speaks to local small business owner Betsy Gerhart, owner of MB Subculture, in Bucyrus, Ohio, about how a deep understanding of her business's brand is helping her overcome challenges out of their control in the comic book world and effectively plan for the future.

MB Subculture, located at 122 W Rensselaer St., Bucyrus, features comic books, costumes, and a range of collectibles and curiosities. And while the Bucyrus subculture is alive and well, no business can truly be immune from challenges that result when issues arise at the supplier level. Small businesses are particularly vulnerable when issues occur upstream. Not only do the balance sheets feel the pinch, the risk of losing customers is a very real concern. Fortunately, armed with intimate knowledge and insight into the brand voice, any business can make fast and effective decisions that will not only allow your business to persevere in the wake of uncertainty, but allows you to do so in a way that continues to make your customers happy to weather the storm alongside you.

On this episode of BizVox you'll get:

• A glimpse behind the curtain to discover some of the qualities and curiosities that make MB Subculture a unique stop to shop.
• Insight into where you might find items for your next themed event.
• Inspiration for developing a better understanding of your brand voice and how it can help protect your business from uncertainty.

And more ...

Don't forget to like this episode and subscribe to BizVox anywhere you enjoy listening to podcasts. If you have questions or are interested in being a guest on a future episode of BizVox, email us at info@monstervoxproductions.com.

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This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice or endorsement of its participants, nor of any companies or persons discussed therein. MonsterVox Productions is not responsible for any losses, damage, or liabilities that may arise from the use of information contained in this podcast. The views expressed in this podcast are those of its participants and may not be those of any podcasting platform or hosting service utilized in its distribution.

MonsterVox Productions LLC.

Attention all small businesses, nonprofit warriors, and aspiring entrepreneurs! Welcome to the inaugural episode of BizVox, a podcast that challenges listeners to zero in on their existing marketing and branding strategies while inspiring growth, creativity, and customer loyalty.

This first episode of BizVox, produced by Scott Leon Smith, founder and CEO of MonsterVox Productions, an independent voiceover and narration firm headquartered in Bucyrus, Ohio, was recorded at Bucyrus Little Theatre. Our special guest is Abbey Kanellakis. Abbey is a professional online marketing professional, public relations expert, communications wiz, and current president of Bucyrus Little Theatre.

On this episode of BizVox, Scott and Abbey are celebrating Small Business Saturday 2024 with some insightful tips to help listeners amplify their brand messaging and hone in on their existing positioning and strategy.

Check out this entertaining episode to learn answers to the following common questions:

• What is (and is not) branding?
• What is brand consistency?
• Who defines an organization's brand voice?
• What is the best thing an entrepreneur can do to improve their organization?
• How to listen to customers?
• What marketing and branding challenges will organizations face in 2025?
• How to use (and how not to use) artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning

If you're interested in joining Scott on a future episode of BizVox, email us today at info@monstervoxproductions.com. Big voices are always welcome. Your business or nonprofit organization is unique. Let's talk about the qualities that make you exceptional!

To learn more about BizVox, Scott Smith, or MonsterVoxProductions, visit www.monstervoxproductions.com.

This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice or endorsement of its participants nor of any companies or persons discussed therein. MonsterVox Productions is not responsible for any losses, damage, or liabilities that may arise from the use of information contained in this podcast. The views expressed in this podcast are those of its participants and may not be those of any podcasting platform or hosting service utilized in its distribution.

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