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         <title>Voices.com Holding a Toronto Mixer on February 19, 2010</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><span class="mt-enclosure mt-enclosure-image" style="display: inline;"><img alt="Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel" src="http://blogs.voices.com/voxdaily/Sheraton_Centre_Toronto_Hotel.jpg" width="353" height="240" class="mt-image-left" style="float: left; margin: 0 20px 20px 0;" /></span>Have any plans for the evening of Friday February 19th, 2010?</p>

<p>Live in, around or close to Toronto?</p>

<p>Voices.com is holding a mixer for our customers and we'd love to see you there!  </p>

<p>Join David Ciccarelli and members of the Voices.com team Ben Jackson, Brogan Wilson and Ashley Hall in this evening of fun and networking.</p>

<p>Learn more and RSVP now.</p>]]></description>
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         <title>Reality Check: The Cost Of Customer Acquisition</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><span class="mt-enclosure mt-enclosure-image" style="display: inline;"><img alt="Woman smiling her store is open for business" src="http://blogs.voices.com/voxdaily/woman-smiling-open-for-business.jpg" width="310" height="208" class="mt-image-right" style="float: right; margin: 0 0 20px 20px;" /></span>Do you know people who think subscribing to online voice over marketplaces are a waste of their time and money?</p>

<p>What these people may not be aware of is that any way you measure it (hits, pageviews or unique visitors), Voices.com is the most active website within the industry where businesses search for, audition and voice talent like yourself.  </p>

<p>Are you curious to learn more about how we attract business and why voice talent pay membership fees to access job opportunities?</p>

<p>In today's article, my goal is to present a different perspective on what a membership subscription fee at Voices.com actually pays for and why it is in the best interest of any working voice over professional to participate and receive the full service.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:20:56 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>How Do You Define ROI?</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><span class="mt-enclosure mt-enclosure-image" style="display: inline;"><img alt="Happy businessman" src="http://blogs.voices.com/voxdaily/happy-businessman.jpg" width="310" height="209" class="mt-image-left" style="float: left; margin: 0 20px 20px 0;" /></span>People define ROI (that is, return on investment) in a number of ways.</p>

<p>Traditionally, ROI refers to a financial return on investment, however, returns can be made on various investments such as education, time, networking and personal development.</p>

<p>We'll discuss the different ways that you can measure return on investment in today's VOX Daily.<br />
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         <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 20:24:22 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>Embrace Your Calling: Linwood Powell, Voice Over Artist</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><span class="mt-enclosure mt-enclosure-image" style="display: inline;"><img alt="Joan Baker with Linwood Powell" src="http://blogs.voices.com/voxdaily/joan-baker-linwood-powell.jpg" width="353" height="362" class="mt-image-right" style="float: right; margin: 0 0 20px 20px;" /></span>Have you been trying to live out your dream to become a full-time voice over artist?</p>

<p>Linwood Powell is approaching the end of his journey working in a different field and is about to pursue a life of delivering meaningful messages from behind the mic and behind the scenes.</p>

<p>Having met Linwood on two occasions, I want to share his story with you and trust that it will give you hope and may inspire those who may be on the fence about committing to voice over as a career.</p>

<p>Find out more about Linwood's story and discover what it means to give your all in today's VOX Daily.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 13:40:25 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>The Story of the Donut Games Jingle</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><span class="mt-enclosure mt-enclosure-image" style="display: inline;"><img alt="Donut Games logo" src="http://blogs.voices.com/voxdaily/donut-games-banner-logo.jpg" width="308" height="128" class="mt-image-left" style="float: left; margin: 0 20px 20px 0;" /></span>Ever wondered about the backstory for certain voice overs you have heard?</p>

<p>There's an app on my iPhone that was created by Swedish game developer, Donut Games, and upon hearing the voice over used to brand their apps, I just had to find out where the voice came from and who it was!</p>

<p>Read the story behind the Donut Games VO and share your own stories here on VOX Daily.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 14:43:38 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>It&apos;s Moving Day at Voices.com!</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><span class="mt-enclosure mt-enclosure-image" style="display: inline;"><img alt="Convergence Centre" src="http://blogs.voices.com/thebiz/Convergence-Centre.jpg" width="501" height="257" class="mt-image-center" style="text-align: center; display: block; margin: 0 auto 20px;" /></span></p>

<p>Today is the day!</p>

<p>We'll be moving into our new office suite at the <a href="http://blogs.voices.com/thebiz/2010/01/convergence_center.html">Convergence Centre</a> in the <a href="http://www.uwo.ca">University of Western Ontario's</a> <a href="http://www.researchpark.ca/">Research Park</a>.  For the last 5 years, we have been in the Mogenson building, and as of 7 a.m. EST Friday January 29th, 2010, the first box will make it's way out of our former suite.</p>

<p>David is already there now letting the moving company!  Find out more about how the move will affect you today as a customer of Voices.com.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 07:12:56 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>Do You Know What Your Signature Voice Is?</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><span class="mt-enclosure mt-enclosure-image" style="display: inline;"><img alt="Signature" src="http://blogs.voices.com/voxdaily/signature.jpg" width="310" height="209" class="mt-image-right" style="float: right; margin: 0 0 20px 20px;" /></span>Do you know what your signature voice is?</p>

<p>What does it take to find it?</p>

<p>Can you have more than one?</p>

<p>By identifying your signature voice, you take the guess work out of your brand and give what your client wants to hear.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 14:04:00 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>Richard Horvitz Helps You To Break Into Animation</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><span class="mt-enclosure mt-enclosure-image" style="display: inline;"><img alt="Richard Horvitz" src="http://blogs.voices.com/voxdaily/richard-horvitz.jpg" width="190" height="281" class="mt-image-left" style="float: left; margin: 0 20px 20px 0;" />Have you been wondering how to get into animation voice over?</p>

<p>Want to be the voice of a cartoon character?</p>

<p>The evening of January 27th, 2010, <a href="http://podcasts.voices.com/voiceoverexperts/nancy_wolfson/">Nancy Wolfson</a> and <a href="http://www.voices.com/people/annavo">Anna Vocino</a> of <a href="http://www.breakintovoiceover.com">Break Into VoiceOver</a> will play host to special guest and celebrated animation voice actor, <a href="http://www.richardhorvitz.com/home.html">Richard Horvitz</a>, as he shares his insight and takes your questions.</p>

<p><a href="http://www.braintracksaudio.com">Nancy</a> and <a href="http://www.annavocino.com">Anna</a> have intimated that Richard will give detailed and honest insider answers to as many questions as they can address in 90 minutes.</p>

<p>With access to Richard and his 20+ years of experience in the animation voice over field, this teleseminar is a must for those of you looking to get your feet wet in voice acting for cartoons!</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 23:59:09 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>Reciprocate!  Clients Want Your Feedback, Too.</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><span class="mt-enclosure mt-enclosure-image" style="display: inline;"><img alt="Business team smiling at the computer" src="http://blogs.voices.com/voxdaily/business-team-smiling-computer.jpg" width="310" height="209" class="mt-image-right" style="float: right; margin: 0 0 20px 20px;" /></span>Have you taken a stroll down the <a href="http://www.voices.com/top100/recently_hired">Recently Hired list</a> at Voices.com?</p>

<p>Do you ever review feedback ratings that you receive or view those that are given to your peers?</p>

<p>If you've gone that far, you might also be wondering what the talent thought of working with their client... and you can view that information if the voice talent took the time to rate and review in return!</p>

<p>Discover how to give clients feedback ratings and reviews at Voices.com and also learn just how important it is that you reciprocate.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:33:55 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>Do You Write Voice Casting Notes?</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><span class="mt-enclosure mt-enclosure-image" style="display: inline;"><img alt="woman-taking-notes.jpg" src="http://blogs.voices.com/voxdaily/woman-taking-notes.jpg" width="310" height="209" class="mt-image-left" style="float: left; margin: 0 20px 20px 0;" /></span>When you're <a href="http://www.voices.com/jobs/post_job">auditioning talent for a voice over job</a>, it helps to take down notes as you're listening to each demo to remind yourself of why you liked them and what in particular stuck out in the performance.</p>

<p>I've been doing a lot of voice casting as of late and have found that those notes aren't just helpful, they're a lifesaver!</p>

<p>Learn how to make your own casting notes and also how to tell if you've found the right voice by reading this article here at Voices.com.</p>]]></description>
         <link>http://blogs.voices.com/voxdaily/2010/01/voice_casting_notes.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 23:31:41 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>Bringing The Brand!</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><span class="mt-enclosure mt-enclosure-image" style="display: inline;"><img alt="sherlock-holmes.jpg" src="http://blogs.voices.com/voxdaily/sherlock-holmes.jpg" width="313" height="292" class="mt-image-right" style="float: right; margin: 0 0 20px 20px;" /></span>Do you have what it takes to represent someone else's brand?</p>

<p>When you step up and audition for a voice over job, you've got to bring it!</p>

<p>Looking for some tips on how you can impress people you're auditioning for?</p>

<p>Discover how to quickly identify with prospective clients and give them what they may not ask for but definitely want to hear in today's VOX Daily from Voices.com.</p>]]></description>
         <link>http://blogs.voices.com/voxdaily/2010/01/bringing_the_brand.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:42:18 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>How To Make People Crave Your Voice</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><span class="mt-enclosure mt-enclosure-image" style="display: inline;"><img alt="Wine bottles with blank labels" src="http://blogs.voices.com/voxdaily/wine-bottles-blank-labels.jpg" width="300" height="210" class="mt-image-left" style="float: left; margin: 0 20px 20px 0;" /></span>If you're like me, you are always looking for more ways to engage current and prospective customers... there is no better way than to tell a good story!</p>

<p>How are you getting people to buy into your brand and its promise?</p>

<p>Take a leaf out of the vintners playbook!  Learn how to build a world around your voice and its properties today on VOX Daily.</p>]]></description>
         <link>http://blogs.voices.com/voxdaily/2010/01/creating_a_brand_history.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 17:30:58 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>On the Job Training: Voice Over As Education</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><span class="mt-enclosure mt-enclosure-image" style="display: inline;"><img alt="Alligator swimming Florida Everglades" src="http://blogs.voices.com/voxdaily/alligator-florida-everglades.jpg" width="310" height="209" class="mt-image-right" style="float: right; margin: 0 0 20px 20px;" /></span>What's the most interesting fact or piece of knowledge you've learned from reading a voice over script?</p>

<p>Have you discovered a new hobby or passion through your voice over work?</p>

<p>I'd love to hear about any educational tidbits, interesting facts and perks of pure enjoyment that you have received by virtue of reading a script.  Share them with our community as comments now!</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 14:55:56 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>How To Become Socially Responsible as a Company</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><span class="mt-enclosure mt-enclosure-image" style="display: inline;"><img alt="Global boy" src="http://blogs.voices.com/voxdaily/global-boy.jpg" width="310" height="215" class="mt-image-left" style="float: left; margin: 0 20px 20px 0;" /></span>What are you doing through your business to make a difference in your community?</p>

<p>How can you as an entrepreneur and small business owner contribute in a meaningful way?</p>

<p>Using your gifts to benefit others ultimately benefits you and makes the world a better place to live in.  Have you considered how to put your gifts, energy and resources to use?</p>

<p>In today's VOX Daily, we'll discuss how you can give back in three wonderfully gratifying ways.</p>]]></description>
         <link>http://blogs.voices.com/voxdaily/2010/01/corporate_social_responsibility.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Mon, 18 Jan 2010 15:00:12 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>Boot Me Up, Scotty! How To Get Your Demos To Load Faster</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><span class="mt-enclosure mt-enclosure-image" style="display: inline;"><img alt="Autobahn" src="http://blogs.voices.com/voxdaily/autobahn.jpg" width="310" height="209" class="mt-image-right" style="float: right; margin: 0 0 20px 20px;" /></span>How can you get more clients to listen to your demos?</p>

<p>Wouldn't it help if the audio itself played a role in championing your cause?</p>

<p>Learn more about how you can make your demos ultra attractive and more easily listened to here at Voices.com.</p>]]></description>
         <link>http://blogs.voices.com/voxdaily/2010/01/get_audio_to_download_faster.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2010 14:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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