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1). On-Hold Messaging, Making the Most of a Captive Audience
According to a recent AT&T study, more than 70% of business calls are placed on hold for an average of 45 to 60 seconds each. 60% of the callers placed on hold hang up, and 30% of those that hang up never call back.

The opportunity to reach out to your customers is now!

They are a captive audience, and are eager to hear what you can do for them. While.

2). Voices Can Change the World
Interview with the founder of Voices for a Change, Dave Christi.

3). 10 Ways to Avoid Getting Rundown
Regain your health and quality of life by reading and applying the tips presented

4). Taking Breaks at Work for Healthier Hearts
There are times in your day when sometimes all you need is a break or a distraction to rejuvenate yourself. These little actions can even save your life.

5). Making the Transition from Singer to Voice Talent
Same instrument, different way of using it! Learn how to go from singing to speaking.

6). How To Build a Portfolio Without Giving Your Voice Away For Free
Discover how to build a voice over portfolio while keeping your reputation and professionalism intact.

7). The Role of Women in Movie Trailer Voice Overs
Join us as we explore the world of movie trailer voice overs and the role of women in this male dominated sector of the voice over industry.

8). Why You Need a Business Card
Learn about the significant role that business cards play in marketing, networking, and just how vital they are when it comes to making a first impression.

9). How To Pick a Great Voice Over Coach
Discover some tips on how to find the best voice over coach to have a successful career as a voice actor.

10). Getting Started in Voice Overs
Helpful pointers on getting started in the world of Voice Overs.

11). Do VoiceOvers Induce Hunger?
A reflection on the effects voiceovers for food commercials have on television viewers.

12). The Importance of Comments on Blogs
Learn how comments on blogs are building a global village online, one comment at time.

13). A Closer Look at Radio Drama
Radio drama is truly theatre of the mind, but what makes it different from mainstream, visual drama?

14). How To Make Money as a Podcast Production Service
Learn five ways that you can make money as a podcast producer.

15). Do Radio Personalities Go Too Far?
A survey of radio morning show hosts, their antics and the contests that degrade and debase listeners.

16). Quick Vocal Warm Ups that Work Wonders
Learn how to get your voice moving early in the morning with tips from a vocal specialist.

17). Why North Americans Hire British Voice Talents
Find out why some American and Canadian companies prefer to go with voices from the United Kingdom as opposed to homegrown voice talent in North America.

18). Why Everyone Should Have a Blog
A close look at the benefits of blogging from the perspective of the voice industry.

19). Voice Overs To Tell Your Stories
When producing a presentation, video, web video, podcast, or webisode, one of the most important aspects of the production is found in the copy writing and voice over. Learn about the kinds of voice overs there are and how you can use them to your advantage.

20). 5 Voice Over Roles that Will Make You Money
Learn more about five different styles of voice over used for commercial and industrial use.

21). Advanced Audio Recording Techniques
Discover the nuances of digital audio recording.

22). Reading Dr. Seuss Books Makes Better Speakers
Learn how to find free, accessible, entertaining and challenging copy to read to help to develop speaking skills integral to success and vocal conditioning.

23). Going Green and Branding Your Business Online
Learn how to differentiate your business branding from your competitors by going green and adopting an environmentally friendly brand.

24). Making a Great Business Plan
Start your business off on the right foot or better define what you do by writing a solid business plan.

25). Spanish Voices in a Worldly Marketplace
Discover more about the Spanish language, how Spanish voice talent fare in North American markets, the differences between European Spanish (Castilian or Castellano) and Latin American Spanish and much more.

26). French Voices in the US
Discover the impact the French language is having in the United States and learn more about what is becoming accepted as the "third" language spoken after English and Spanish in America today.

27). Chinese Voices Could Possibly Dominate Business
The language of business is changing, adopting an Oriental flair. Learn more about how the Chinese language has become indispensable for doing business overseas.