It's that time again—a recap of the highlights and reflections of my life in 2020, including what happened in the past quarter. I hope that it inspires you to reflect, make some decisions you've been putting off, and strategize your plans for 2021!

Show Notes - http://kickinitwithdaree.com/episode/2020-recap

Originally a stage actor, Mia Bankston is a full time voice actor in NYC, and my biz bestie. This talented lady voices for clients like OWN, Nick Jr., McDonald's, Toyota, Pandora Internet Radio, Secret Deodorant, Pantene, Shea Moisture,Bank of America, and NBC just to name a few. And in this episode, we talked about how you can slowly and surely transition into full-time voice acting, even if you have a full-time job right now.  This conversation is one where you need to sit down and take notes. Let's go!

• Mia's VO journey 5:41
• Using your life experience and imagination to influence voice acting 10:28
• Interpreting copy for auditions 14:42
• Managing directed sessions 17:10
• Transitioning into freelancing while still working for a full-time employer 22:48
• Entrepreneurial discipline and sacrifices 33:25
• Auditing your business and celebrating along the way 37:39
• Entrepreneurial mindset and goal-setting 43:01
• Help clients find you online via SEO 52:56

Show Notes - https://kickinitwithdaree.com/episode/mia-bankston-colorvo-collective

Are you interested in freelancing or becoming an entrepreneur? Hilary Sutton has some advice for you. As the CEO of HSL Digital she runs a content marketing consultancy from a loft above her bedroom, with a little one in tow! We talked about how the pandemic has created a resurgence in the freelance world, mindset shifts to make when transitioning to working for yourself and working from home, and the best freelance opportunities to get started with.

Show Notes: https://kickinitwithdaree.com/episode/freelancing-hilary-sutton