{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/66ba31613889f01ccfcc0a1c/681ba17524b1daf01a270eeb?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Get Social Media Savvy w/ Heidi Dean","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/66ba31613889f01ccfcc0a1c/1746641214572-962ec825-5843-4687-81c0-e2a57910f49e.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Feeling overwhelmed—or totally over it—when it comes to social media?</p><p>You’re not alone. There are so many myths floating around like:</p><p> ❌ “No one will notice me unless I’m already famous.”</p><p> ❌ “All the good opportunities come from cold pitching or insider connections.”</p><p> ❌ “Social media takes way too much time.”</p><p>In this episode of <em>The Global Actor Podcast</em>, social media strategist (and former performer!) <strong>Heidi Dean</strong> joins us to bust those myths wide open.</p><p>After pivoting from a 20-year acting career, Heidi built a thriving business—without a single cold email. She shares exactly how she landed clients, speaking gigs, and dream collaborations just by showing up <em>strategically</em> and <em>authentically</em> online.</p><p>🎧 Tune in for a fresh perspective on what social media can really do for your creative career—and how to make it work for you, without the burnout.</p><p>✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:</p><ul><li>Why social media matters <em>way</em> more than self-promotion</li><li><br></li><li>Post ideas that are actually doable (no more staring at a blank screen!)</li><li><br></li><li>How to connect with collaborators, clients, and fans—without the sleaze</li><li><br></li><li>Easy strategies to stay consistent <em>and</em> protect your mental health</li><li><br></li><li>Why showing up beats showing off, every time</li><li><br></li></ul><p>Plus:</p><p> 💡 How life pivots can lead to career breakthroughs</p><p> 💡 The power of consistency over perfection</p><p> 💡 What it <em>really</em> means to build a presence that attracts opportunities to YOU</p><p>🎯 Whether you're an actor, narrator, or multi-passionate creative—this convo is packed with truth bombs, encouragement, and tactical tips to help you feel more confident online.</p><p>🚀 Ready to ditch the pressure and start showing up with purpose? Hit play now and let’s flip the script on social media.</p><p>📸 Had an aha moment? Share it on Instagram and tag<a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/theglobalactor/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> @theglobalactor</a> to spread the word!</p><p> 🔗 Grab Heidi’s free guide with <strong>31 Social Media Post Ideas</strong> for narrators and voice actors at <a href=\"https://mailstat.us/tr/t2/3ecc5be/4krsrdbvsvt6x3/1/https://www.marketing4actors.com/free-resources\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.marketing4actors.com/free-resources</a></p><p> 📱 Follow Heidi at<a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/marketing4actors/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> @marketing4actors</a> or connect with her on<a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/heididean/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> LinkedIn</a></p>","author_name":"Elise Arsenault"}