Do microphones make you jumpy? Does performing in class make you tense? Do auditions make you a nervous wreck? If you?re a voice-over artist or hope to become one, a bad case of nerves can be a real liability. It can strike both beginner and experienced pro in class or worse, before or during a recording session. Sweaty palms, cotton mouth, shakiness, feelings of panic, rapid heartbeat and a shaky, weak voice. You might think: ?I?ve worked so hard to get booked for this job. I?ve always dreamed of a voice-over career. Why is this happening to me??

Performance anxiety or stage fright is one of the most common and terrifying fears. The scary symptoms are caused by stress and a sudden overabundance of the stress hormones adrenaline and noradrenaline in the bloodstream. The good news is, the adrenaline rush is short-lived and the excess adrenaline will burn off as you perform. But stage fright, if not dealt with, can paralyze and inhibit many performers. The careers of Barbara Streisand, Carly Simon and others were limited by this problem. Johnny Carson experienced incredible anxiety before every show. But, performance anxiety doesn?t begin with the scary symptoms of stage fright. It starts within the hidden reaches of our inner life. Unfortunately, most people are so out of touch with themselves they don?t even know what their inner life is or how to begin trying to find it. According to psychoanalyst Dr. Norberto Keppe, our inner life is the seat of our talent and abilities. Artistic inspiration flows through us from a source greater than ourselves and that can be scary indeed. But, what also scares us is seeing how we unconsciously block this flow and complicate our professional development. I will be revealing the secrets of how I built (and continue to enjoy) a million dollar voice-over career at the next Voice-over Bootcamp April 12-14. Click here for more details or call Jason at 800-333-8108 x229 for more details.