{"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/69d68db334b90cef2ba28980?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"30. A Sustainable Path for Actors? Let’s Talk Audiobooks","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/66ba31613889f01ccfcc0a1c/1775679074832-c7683439-a7b5-47fd-9811-500628b4aa47.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>It's 2026 and this episode is more relevant than ever. The Federal Reserve recently revised the U.S. Job growth statistics for Q4 2025 and Q1 2026 to accurately reflect the numbers. <strong>There were ZERO jobs created</strong>. It's more important than ever to be thinking of yourself as an entrepreneur and<strong><em> the creative CEO of YOUR actor or creative business</em></strong> and make sure you're diversifying your company's portfolio.</p><p><br></p><p>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!</p><p>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.&nbsp;</p><p>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.&nbsp;</p><p>Plus, discover how building repeatable systems in this niche can offer you the flexibility and independence to thrive.&nbsp;</p><p>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!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>This Episode features a new intro/outro published today and main content published 9/5/2024</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Links:</p><p>Begin or expand your audiobook narration journey via my free class - Narrate Your Way To Abundance&nbsp;<a href=\"https://audiobookadventure.com/class/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://audiobookadventure.com/class/</a></p><p><br></p><p>The Global Actor Podcast is brought to you in large part by sustaining contributions from our amazing Patreon Supporters; Thank you, thank you! Special Shoutout to Creative Powerhouses: Darcey Rhoads, Helene McCardle, James Reitz, Lori Holt, Maria Makis, Patrick Tokarz, Philip Estrin, Rachael Warren-Allen, Roodley Dorleans, and Shelley Philips who are supporting at our highest level. Thank you, we are so grateful for you!&nbsp;</p><p>Grow in community with us! If you’re listening to this and want to go deeper into the podcast content and explore behind-the-scenes adventures, we’d love to invite you to our patreon! Our next Celebration &amp; Intentions event happens Friday, April 3, 2026. Join us at&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheGlobalActor\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheGlobalActor</a></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Elise Arsenault"}