Starting Your At-Home Voiceovers Business

Thinking of getting into the voiceover business full time, specifically, opening your own in-house voice-over studio? Good for you! It’s a really great way to make a living!

OK. You’ve got the dream. Now let’s see what it takes to make it a reality. First question for you: What do you think is the most important thing you need to launch your business? A great voice? Surprisingly, a great voice isn’t all that important for success. Talent? Well, yeah, you’re gonna need some talent, but talent (in most cases) can always be developed through study and practice. Determination? Sure, but simple determination won’t make you a success.

The Secret of Success

So, what’s the most important thing? Get ready. It’s called…a plan. Yup. A plan. Not very “show bizzy,” huh? No, it isn’t, but it’s the most important piece of the business start up puzzle, and it applies to every type of start-up, not just voiceovers. Now, before we talk plans, let’s talk about the second most important thing you’ll need for success—money.

It Take Money to Make Money

A lack of capital, seed money, whatever you call it, is the overwhelming reason most business start-ups fail, including those with a plan. You’ll need enough money to pay for equipment, marketing materials, office expenses, insurance, utilities, etc., etc., while you’re waiting for the checks to come rolling in. Oh, and just to remind you, you’ll need money to live on, too. How much money will you need for the business and living expenses? We’ll get to that shortly, but first, let’s talk about your plan.

A Plan by Any Other Name

Call it a business plan if you like, but that tends to sound a little intimidating and, frankly, overwhelming. Call it your “plan for success,” or “my freedom from oppressive employers plan,” you know, something more self-affirming and inspiring. Whatever you call it, your plan should include the following points…