What does Reid Hoffman's (co-founder of LinkedIn) prediction that the classic 9 to 5 job is dying and may be extinct by 2034 mean for your creative career, if anything?

Whether you currently have a safety job, or you’ve always pieced together various gigs to support your creative journey, this episode is packed with insights for you.

Discover how to:

💲 Diversify your income with multiple revenue streams

✅ Work smarter, not harder, in your creative pursuits

🌟 Niche down and build sustainable systems for ongoing success

Embracing being a small business owner can place you ahead in the game, no matter what the future holds for traditional employment.

Plus, this week only, I'm offering my free class "Narrate Your Way to Abundance" where I'll get you started building out your audiobook narration creative income stream!

Choose best date for you Sept 17, 19 or 21.

Full details at:

www.audiobookadventure.com/class

Let's embrace this change together and set yourself up for a prosperous creative career!

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What comes up for me when I think about myself as the leader of a small business?

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Welcome to another empowering episode of The Global Actor podcast!

Ready to meet my first guest?!

Angel Pean is an alum of The Great Audiobook Adventure™ and her story of embracing change in pursuit of her creative dreams includes a move to a new city, reconnecting with her childhood love of reading AND creating new systems to support a career that now Exceeds her Expectations. Woot!

Angel Pean is making waves in Atlanta's creative scene. Tune in as we explore the vital importance of rest for creatives, the journey of raising one's rates, and the fulfillment found in aligning projects with personal passions.

From her NYC film and TV background to adding audiobook narration to her portfolio career, Angel shares candid reflections on overcoming imposter syndrome as well as her evolving role as a leader and mentor in the industry. With over 100 titles under her belt and an exciting catalogue that spans YA fiction, historical narratives, and dystopian Sci-Fi, Angel's story is one of unexpected yet fulfilling growth. Get ready for an inspiring discussion full of practical advice, personal insights, and a deep dive into the multi-hyphenate world of today's Global Actor.

Get ready for a #VirgoSeason Special!

Here are key moments in the discussion:

00:00 Moved to Atlanta, expanded career opportunities, success.

04:22 Unexpected journey led to realistic, audacious dreams.

08:20 Virgo tendencies, pressure, passion, growth, business shift.

13:12 Embracing technology to improve scheduling and organization..

16:11 Embrace change, seek help, succeed as an artist

21:51 Acting business essential for creative success and growth.

24:27 Narrating journey from starting to current success.

28:51 Embracing natural ebbs in creative career cycles.

33:06 Weekend rest impacts creativity and productivity.

36:20 "American Queen" by Vanessa Miller, based on true story.

40:59 Discovering passion, aligning work with authenticity.

43:50 Challenges of leadership and multi-hyphenate roles discussed.

47:39 Passionate about sharing knowledge and coaching others.

50:53 Persist in the face of challenges and overwhelm.

Want to learn more about Audiobook Narration? Or Narrating more consistently with Publishers?

You’re invited to my free LIVE class I’m teaching September 17, 19 and 21st. It’s called NARRATE YOUR WAY TO ABUNDANCE and it’s the final timethis training will be offered LIVE in 2024. In this class I dive deep into why Audiobook Narration is THE perfect creative, flexible income stream to add to your portfolio Career and I’ll teach you 3 tools you need to start working with publishers.

WORKING WITH PUBLISHERS is the key to sustainable success in audiobooks.

So head on over to www.audiobookadventure.com/class to sign up and I’ll see you in CLASS!

Angel’s Narration mentioned on the episode:

American Queen by Vanessa Miller https://libro.fm/audiobooks/9780840708892-the-american-queen

Those Beyond the Wall by Micaiah Johnson

https://libro.fm/audiobooks/9780593823835-those-beyond-the-wall

Stay up-to-date on what Angel’s up to next at:

www.angelpean.com

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Let’s dive into a career pivot that had the greatest impact on my journey— discovering audiobook narration. If you find yourself hustling waiting tables, driving uber or working other non-creative jobs that suck your energy and leave you feeling exhausted… there is another way, and this episode is for YOU!

We'll explore the powerful practice of checking in with yourself and your business, and discuss how moving into audiobook narration can provide both creative fulfillment and financial stability. I'll share my personal story of transitioning from theatre roles to becoming a sought-after audiobook narrator, highlighting actionable strategies that led me to book over 175 audiobooks.

You'll learn why audiobook narration leverages your acting skills, how it can position you as an industry leader without needing an agent, and why it's a brilliant way for union actors to reap SAG-AFTRA benefits.

Plus, discover how building repeatable systems in this niche can offer you the flexibility and independence to thrive.

If you’re ready to take the plunge into audiobook narration, you’re in for actionable insights and a special invitation to my free live class, "Narrate Your Way to Abundance." Let’s dive in!

You’re invited to my free LIVE class I’m teaching September 17, 19 and 21st. It’s called NARRATE YOUR WAY TO ABUNDANCE and it’s the final timethis training will be offered LIVE in 2024. In this class I dive deep into why Audiobook Narration is THE perfect creative, flexible income stream to add to your portfolio Career and I’ll teach you 3 tools you need to start working with publishers.

WORKING WITH PUBLISHERS is the key to sustainable success in audiobooks.

So head on over to audiobookadventure.com/class to sign up and I’ll see you in CLASS!

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