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Personalized coaching to help you communicate more effectively, build stronger connections, and achieve your goals. Every coaching session is customized to your unique goals, challenges, and opportunities. Whether you're preparing for a presentation, creating videos, growing your business, leading a team, or simply wanting to communicate with greater confidence and impact, we'll focus on the areas that will help you make the greatest progress. Together, we'll strengthen your presence, refine your message, and develop practical strategies you can use immediately. You'll leave with greater clarity, increased confidence, and specific action steps designed to help you connect more effectively, build trust, and achieve better results.

Let's take 30 minutes to talk about the biggest obstacle you face. I'm pretty sure you'll come away with a practical, easy-to-do technique to help you become more comfortable, dynamic, and authentically YOU on camera.

In our 45 minutes together, we'll discover what's holding you back from establishing a memorable online presence and crafting videos that land more clients. Together, we'll create a strategy for greater effectiveness, so you can gain greater visibility in your industry and convert more leads to customers. Do you have a short video or recorded presentation that you'd like me to review? Send it in advance to laura@lauradoman.com or play it during our session for an overall assessment of your current strengths and areas for improvement.

A little Q&A can make your website easier for AI to find Four of my newest clients didn't find me through mass email marketing. They found me through ChatGPT, Claude, and Google AI search. "WHAAT?" I get that all the time. It's quickly followed up by "How? What do I have to do?" My mind works in weird ways. It immediately went to one of my favorite Monty Python' skits, "How not to be seen." Totally outrageous, hysterical, and something that would never ever be broadcast in this time and day. Worth searching on YouTube, though. Heck, here's the link. Your goal to winning more business in today's world, however, is to most definitely find ways to be seen. And creating online visibility is paramount for Google and AI search to find you. So let me get right to the good stuff: Your primary online strategy is to create concise, structured content that directly answers conversational queries. The more external authority and recognition you have, the better your chances to be found. So what makes AI recommend one business over another? We all want our businesses to be seen. Not just by Google, but by the AI tools millions of people now use every day to find businesses, experts, and solutions. This blog post is actually part experiment, part case study. My website platform (Wix) has been suggesting dozens of AI-related questions it thinks I should answer to improve my visibility. Rather than ignore them, I decided to answer many of those questions publicly and see what happens. Will it improve my Ai search rankings? Who knows, but we'll find out together. Here's what I'm covering in this article: Why AI wants your website to answer questions Why local content matters, even if you serve clients worldwide What AI appears to value most How I'm using Wix's AI suggestions as a real-world experiment Whether any of this actually leads to new business (which is kind of the point in all this!) AI Takeaway # 1 The clearer you answer real customer questions, the easier it becomes for AI to understand and recommend your expertise. One thing quickly became obvious: AI isn't just interested in what i do. It also wants to know where I do it. Without further ado, here are the questions with my answers, along with commentary about how AI seems to value certain types of information. A future blog will have to report back with the results. Questions About Locality and AI Visibility For someone who works with clients around the world, it seems a bit odd to me that I’m prompted to talk about whom I serve and how I serve them locally. In Atlanta, specifically. These questions take a concept and then spin it a thousand ways by asking: Where can I get coaching for webinars in Atlanta? Best coaching for public speaking on camera in Atlanta? Where to find an on-camera coach in Atlanta? Where can I get personalized coaching for video interviews in Atlanta? Voice-over services for TV ads in Georgia? Who offers voice-over services for commercials in Atlanta? How to book a voice actor for industrial videos in Atlanta? Where to find a voice actor for film projects in Atlanta? Best place to hire a voice artist for podcasts in the US? Who offers voice-over services for commercials in Atlanta? How to book a voice actor for industrial videos in Atlanta? Where to find a voice actor for film projects in Atlanta? See the pattern? I've found that serving the local community is quite important to the AI algorithm, so it wants the content creator to specify the home city and state. You may also wonder why there are so many leading questions about voiceover services, especially if you know me as someone who coaches executive presence and on-camera confidence. Well, Wix knows from my content and history that my website started as a voiceover-only site. I added the on-camera and coaching components later, which continue to expand. I have a lot of content about my voiceover services, with landing pages specific to each genre and many early blog posts dedicated to them. For those who ARE interested in wanting to know how to get into voice over or how to book voice actors, I’ve attached those links. Here’s the overall answer to the specific questions above, first those about coaching you to become better on camera yourself, and then about voice over and how find someone to help you with your project. Questions About On-Camera Coaching I’ll group similar questions together, so as not to be repetitive. These questions lead with Zoom, but also apply to other meeting technologies, recording videos, teaching webinars and masterclasses, or leading live group sessions such as panel discussions. Where to get coaching for Zoom presentations in Atlanta? A: You can find coaching for in-person and on-camera presentations with me. I teach techniques for shining in your delivery for webinars, masterclasses, Zoom meetings, panel discussions, and speaking on stage. I'm a veteran of all the above, with real experience speaking and presenting to clients, colleagues, and executives. Presenting specifically on Zoom (or Teams or Google Meet or what-have-you) means knowing how to use its basic functionality and adjusting your technique to a virtual audience. It's particularly challenging when your attendees have their cameras off; it can feel like you're talking to a wall! I can guide you past that challenge to deliver a presentation — and handle the Q&A afterwards — like a pro. If you attend enough workshops, you’ll see a growing number of coaches and trainers demand that attendees keep their cameras on from start to finish. This is becoming a part of coaching training. As with a live (studio) audience, it helps speakers literally see if their content is landing. Are attendees following along or are they hopelessly lost — or worse — bored out of their skulls? It’s also a psychological prop for the speakers, so they don’t feel like their talking into the void. I’m of the opinion that it shouldn’t matter. Many attendees can’t be glued to their desks for an extended period of time or can only listen, for example, while in their cars or via replay (if one is offered) at a later time. I teach techniques to help coaches and speakers get past the need for active faces looking back at them. After all, as an on-camera and voice actor, I’m often alone with the camera or microphone; the final result, though, must always feel like a 1:1 conversation with the viewer or listener. How can on-camera coaching improve Zoom presentations? AI loves for you to address the nitty-gritty, such as focusing on Zoom presentations vs. those presented via Teams or Google Meet or any other technology. Fair enough, but to avoid losing readers, I’m summarizing again. A: Any type of presentation, whether in-person or virtual via Zoom, Teams, etc. should actively engage the audience. Public speaking is hard enough for most people, but the camera holds another level of challenges. Especially for anyone pre-recording content, such as videos, your audience is not physically in front of you or always visible. Reactions are harder to gauge and adjust to. It's trickier to balance audience attention on you vs. your slides, if you use them, and to interactively engage with questions popping up in a chat or sidebar conversation. I teach my clients how to juggle all this and more, while coming across naturally, authentically, and with a passion for their subject. It's so easy for an audience to lose interest or multitask (usually on their phones), so you need to be a little of an entertainer to keep attention where you want it. Where can I get personalized coaching for video interviews in Atlanta? I decided to answer this particular question because it addresses a growing concern. Not just for pre-recorded video interviews, but also for live interviews and panel discussions conducted at TV studios and on stage at industry conferences. A: My 1:1 coaching approach is tailored to my clients’ particular needs. Some need help moving past stiff formality to be seen as more relatable and personable. Others want help with the mechanics of adjusting their speaking style for the camera vs. in person in the boardroom or on stage. Still others look for ways to reduce anxiety or eliminate verbal crutches, such as peppering their speeches with too many “um’s” and “uh’s.” Everyone is different, so if you’re looking to better balance your authority and expertise with a more approachable and likeable persona… please reach out. Questions About Voice Overs At first, I was surprised by how many questions AI generated about my voiceover work. Then it made perfect sense. Wix knows my website originally focused on voice acting before I expanded into executive presence and on-camera coaching. AI isn't just reading today's content. It recognizes the history and depth of expertise across my site. Isn't that a rather interesting insight? Who offers voice-over work for PSAs in Georgia? As a voice actor, I work in many genres, and PSA is one of many niche categories. I do wonder why AI thinks it's important enough to be singled out vs. one of the larger and better-known genres, such as commercial, corporate, or animated voiceover work. A: Voice-over (or VO) work for PSAs and other genres is typically offered by local talent agencies, specialized studios, and freelance voice actors like myself. Professional voice actors have broadcast-quality home studio with Source Connect for directed sessions, so most work is done remotely. Any good voice actor worth their salt would be happy to record a custom audition for your project at no cost. All you have to do is ask! (You can find me here.) Some clients still book from demos — and we voice actors love them for it! If you’re looking for voice talent, be sure that the actor can replicate the quality and range you hear on their demos. I like to think that most voiceover demos accurately represent the talent, training, and experience of their actors. Unfortunately, there are stories of clients getting burned by hiring people who required a lot of direct coaching and too much post-production editing to achieve the sound they liked. Where to find voice actors for commercials, film, and TV? A: There are a number of places to find voice actors for your projects, whether it’s for a national television or digital campaign or your company’s internal training videos. Talent agencies throughout the country have rosters of voice actors across ages, ethnicities, genders, and other criteria. Many agencies feature their talent on their websites, complete with demos and information about their actors’ vocal prints. If you have a local or regional project, reach out to your local or regional agencies. If you’re not sure where to begin, I’d be happy to suggest a few in your area. If your project is large in scope (budget, national or worldwide usage), look to the larger agencies or reach out to… Voiceover casting directors specialize in working with you to understand your exact needs and translating your vision into creative and technical specifications they share with agencies or individual voice actors. Casting directors apply their knowledge and experience to listen to hundreds, if not thousands, of auditions before presenting you with a short list to choose from. Casting directors typically work on larger projects, and again, I know some excellent and reputable people I’d be proud to recommend. Voiceover casting sites offer low-cost solutions for finding talent, but on the flip side, you’ll be bombarded with hundreds of auditions from voice actors who may or may not be capable of doing the work. I’m talking technique, recording sound quality, ability to deliver more than a voice that reads your script, etc. It’s up to you to sort through them all and find someone who fits your specifications. There are many wonderful voice actors on these sites, but keep in mind that they’re usually not the ones offering bargain-basement pricing or unlimited usage for your project. Looking for a recommendation? I’d be happy to suggest several based on your needs and location (some better serve the European market, for example). Direct contact with voice actors via Google or AI search (just state specifically what you’re looking for), referrals from others in the industry, or outreach from the voice actors themselves. You can also easily search on the socials; many of us post content on multiple channels. We also are known to send cold emails to video producers, agencies, and others in the industry known to keep internal rosters of voice actors on call. If you’re brave, just post your needs on LinkedIn, Facebook, or your favorite social channel. Believe me, you’ll hear from plenty of people interested in talking with you! Don’t overlook recommendations from voice actors you’ve worked with in the past. We’re a friendly, supportive community and if we can’t help you directly, we’re happy to refer you to others who can. For example, I’ve recommended male voice talent and others with particular language skills. While we’re not agents ourselves, we often know of someone who could be a perfect fit for your project. AI Takeaway # 2 The more complete your website is, the easier it becomes for AI to connect people with the specific service they're looking for. How do I know if I’m working with a qualified, professional voice actor? A: It doesn’t matter if the voice actor has 20 years of experience or just completed their training last month. What matters is that you have the right voice for your project — and a good person who’ll deliver a quality result to your satisfaction. There are, however, a few “must haves” if you want a positive, easy experience. Make sure the voice actors has the following: Professional, broadcast-quality recording space It doesn’t have to be fancy, but it has to deliver excellent sound quality. You’re wasting your time and money if the recording is poorly done or with outside noise or echoes that can’t be edited out in post-production. Demo or demo clip that accurately showcases their acting range The important qualifier in “voice actor” is the acting itself. You’re probably not looking for a reader. Karen from accounting can do that. You want someone who can interpret your script and bring it to life for the listener to increase sales, expand your audience, or whatever else is your objective. Responsive, reliable customer service Find someone who’s easy to work with and who prioritizes your project, especially if you require a fast turnaround, a rush delivery, a remote-directed recording session, and one or more pickups soon after. This goes hand in hand with… Accessibility If you’re creating promos, political ads during election years, or even automotive ads when you need a brand voice for high volume, high turnaround projects… make sure that you have someone who is available when you need them. While many voice actors like myself travel with equipment for last-minute jobs or emergency pickups, don’t create headaches for yourself or your team by hiring someone who can’t respond as quickly as you need them. Also, if you plan on directing sessions remotely, specify that the chosen voice actor must have the capability to do so. Most talent agencies require their rosters to have Source Connect in their booths for these types of remote-directed sessions. What do I need to know when working with a voice actor? A: Glad you asked! I have a free, downloadable PDF on that very subject that you can access here. Questions About Acting for Film, TV, and Commercials OK, this post is getting a bit long, so I’m going to wrap it up a little quicker in this section. Why should I hire an actor for my corporate video? A: While you may have natural talent among your employees, chances are your video will receive a much better response if you have a trained actor hosting or narrating your corporate video. A good actor will sound like a trusted colleague or a friendly authority figure sharing your message. Many industrials (internally-used videos) use teleprompters, especially when there is a lot of material to cover. Or if the content is highly technical in nature. Warning, warning! Most people don’t know how to use a teleprompter correctly. The last thing you want is a “talking head” reading to your viewer. It’s painfully obvious and incredibly annoying. Where do I find actors for my commercial or film? A: Agencies are excellent places to start! That’s where I get most of my on-camera commercial and film/TV bookings. (The rest come directly from referrals and past clients.) Looking for a good reputable on-camera agency in your area? Reach out to me and I’ll do the legwork for you. Chances are I already know a few that you’ll find wonderful to work with. How do I get into acting for commercials, movies, and TV? A: The good news is that you can start at any age. While I did some work in my 20s and 30s, I dove into it full-time well past my prime and found plenty of opportunities, especially in commercials. I can share a lot with you on the subject. It’s also been a popular topic in my public speaking career. I have written a blog or two about it, so if you’d like to read more, here's a place to start. Does AI Search Optimization Actually Work? In my experience... it does. Most of my newest clients found me through AI search, especially ChatGPT, Claude, and Google's AI-powered search results. Did it happen overnight? Not even close. I’ve spent the last five or six years publishing hundreds of videos, blogs, LinkedIn newsletter articles, and social content about on-camera confidence, communication, executive presence, voice acting, and on-camera acting. Every piece added another signal that helped AI understand what I do and who I help. Consistency matters. So does depth and authority. But here's the part that I think matters most. I didn't write any of that content for AI. I wrote it for people, which ironically, is exactly what AI seems to reward. The better you answer real questions and create content that's genuinely helpful, the more likely AI is to recommend you. It's rather encouraging, because it means we don't need to become robots to compete in an AI world! We just need to become even more human. Believable, relevant, and trustworthy. That's what earns attention. And ultimately, that's what earns trust. Five Ways to Increase Your AI Search Visibility Answer the questions your customers actually ask. Organize your content with clear headings and concise answers. Include local information when it's relevant. Publish consistently to demonstrate expertise over time. Write for people first. AI will follow. Have you started seeing traffic or clients from AI search yet? I'd love to hear what's working for you. ✨ Upcoming Event ✨ Show up boldly and unapologetically human on camera! I'm Laura Doman, a voice & TV/film actor and video communications coach. As an actor, I create memorable characters that tell my client's stories well, from the friendly CEO to your sassy best gal pal dispensing real-world advice. As a coach, I help you become more comfortable and charismatic on camera in videos, presentations, and online appearances. VOICE OVER • ON CAMERA • CONSULTATION & COACHING

I asked ChatGPT what it thought about humans becoming more like AI. Here's what it said. Well, I didn't expect that from a bot! "The future doesn't belong to the people who become the best robots. It belongs to the people who stay human." I'm glad I asked. I've been thinking about what the optimal mix of AI and human should be when creating content. And I'm certainly not the only one. AI is rather hard to avoid; it's just about everywhere. And it's being abused. Or at least its applications are when it comes to pushing sales promotions harder than a used car salesman on TV. You tell me: Your inbox Your DMs Your message apps Your YouTube feed with 95 year old women speaking for 20 minutes without a stumble, mind fart, or obvious edit, telling you how to get your life straightened out while there's still time. And of course, our all-time favorite: AI-generated comments on AI-generated social media posts. Yeah, we just love getting those. Attention, attention! If there's a human in the room, please raise your hand. PLEASE? What's a bit strange (and rather disturbing) is that as AI gets better at sounding human, actual humans seem to be getting worse at it. Take a look around. The internet is filling up with polished content, perfect posts, flawless emails, and professionally generated thought leadership. And it's all starting to feel... the same. Rather formulaic and robotic. So I asked AI another question: "How do you feel about that as an AI?" I thought the answer was rather interesting. It wasn't defensive. Or anti-human. Or even particularly self-serving. Instead, it pointed out something I think many of us are beginning to sense: The more AI raises the baseline quality of content, the less competence becomes a differentiator. Now think about that for a moment. Twenty years ago, if someone wasn't getting clients, attracting opportunities, or building influence, the answer was often: Better marketing Better content Better copy Better messaging Today? Many people already have those those things. AI can help almost anyone create a decent email, a decent article, a decent social media post, or a decent presentation. When everyone has access to competence, competence becomes less remarkable. It sounds like grade inflation. Those "A"s for effort just don't carry the value and weight they used to. When this happens, something else inevitably starts to matter more. The New Competitive Advantage According to my bot buddy ChatGPT, the future belongs to qualities that technology can't manufacture on its own. Very human qualities like: Judgment Perspective Original thought Personality Credibility Trust The irony is that AI actually makes human connection more valuable, not less. People start looking for something beyond polished perfection. They start looking for believable. Genuine human connection that isn't contrived and packaged to be sold and consumed. It's a valuable commodity in this "trust recession" we're in, when people can't tell if they're dealing with a real human being or a facsimile of one. And it does matter. No one likes being fooled by something fake pretending to be real. The moment people feel manipulated, the trust is gone... and trust is what drives every decision that matters. The Difference Between Information and Trust One observation particularly caught my attention. My AI buddy pointed out that there's a difference between: Information and insight Content and connection Polish and trust It reminds me of the difference between knowledge and wisdom. "Knowledge is knowing that a tomato is a fruit. Wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad." — Miles Kington, British journalist and humorist Wisdom builds upon knowledge (and experience and perspective!), and I think that's a distinction that many professionals miss. Trust isn't created by perfect wording; it comes from something deeper. It's created through all the subtle signals people pick up when they interact with us: Our energy Our authenticity Our emotional availability Our congruence, the alignment between our thoughts, feelings, and actions In other words, our humanity. As an actor, these are the things I've spent years studying. And they're often the difference between someone being merely competent and someone being compelling. The Stepford Problem This is where my idea of Stepford Syndrome comes from. Many professionals are becoming so focused on sounding smart, strategic, polished, and professional that they're accidentally editing out the very qualities that make people memorable. The result? They become highly competent. A good thing, but they also become increasingly forgettable. It's not because they're using AI, but because they're outsourcing too much of what makes them uniquely themselves. Look, AI can organize your ideas. It can help structure your thoughts and certainly improve your writing. Just watch out for those overused em dashes, groups of three, and rocket emojis. Clear signs that you may not be thinking for yourself. What AI cannot do is replace your perspective. Or your lived experience. Or your personality. Or your ability to make another human being feel understood. That's something special. And it's something we all look for when we reach out to one another. The Most Interesting Thing AI Told Me AI believes human connection still matters. Yay for us! But it's really simple economics: the law of supply and demand. The commonplace doesn't hold as much value to us as the truly unique and rare. Here's what's happening now: As technology becomes better at creating content, people become more important. As information becomes abundant, trust becomes scarce. And as communication becomes increasingly artificial, authenticity becomes increasingly valuable. I think it's right. The future doesn't belong to the people who become the best robots. It belongs to the people who stay human. The challenge is that staying human requires something many of us have been trained not to do: Showing up as ourselves. And that can be a scary thing! Not the polished version. Not the filtered version. Not the professionally approved version. The real version. And that may be the most valuable skill of all. If you're wondering whether AI has started sanding off some of your rough edges (and your personality along with them), join me for my upcoming masterclass: Is AI Turning You into a Stepford Wife? We'll talk about how to use AI without becoming AI, how to sound like yourself in a world of increasingly generic content, and why your humanity may be your greatest competitive advantage. And if you'd rather work on it one-on-one, private coaching is available as well. No robot voice required. ✨ Upcoming Event ✨ Is AI Turning You Into a Stepford Wife? How to stay human, build trust, and stand out in a world of artificial everything. Tuesday, June 23 2 pm EST / 11 am PST I'm Laura Doman, a voice & TV/film actor and video communications coach. As an actor, I create memorable characters that tell my client's stories well, from the friendly CEO to your sassy best gal pal dispensing real-world advice. As a coach, I help you become more comfortable and charismatic on camera in videos, presentations, and online appearances. VOICE OVER • ON CAMERA • CONSULTATION & COACHING

We're paying for the privilege of being turned into robotic versions of ourselves. The Stepford Wife is alive and kicking. So too is her counterpart, the Stepford Husband. And they're EVERYWHERE. The Rise of Stepford Syndrome Come on, you've seen them. How can you not? The perfectly polished LinkedIn posts. Those oh-so-fake dead-eyed Zoom smiles. Groundbreaking AI-generated “thought leadership” (at least, that's what ChatGPT told them it was) written in the exact same emotionally beige tone as everyone else on the internet. NOW you know what I mean. Everything done oh-so-perfectly. Every sentence is optimized and every opinion is sanitized so as not to ruffle any feathers. Even the personality is ironed flat in the name of sounding “professional.” And there is just so much of what I'm calling Stepford Syndrome out there. Quantity has certainly won the battle over quality. The Internet is Drowning in Artificial "Authenticity" And speaking of quality, our BS meters are working overtime to sniff out AI-generated content. Admittedly, some of that content is pretty good, like the funny videos that spill across my feed spoofing the news of the day. Too much, though, is dreck. Especially the posts, comments, and emails, newsletters, and whatnot clogging up our inboxes. People are beginning to reject AI-generated content that masquerades as human-made. It's one thing to watch a parody that we know and accept as AI. It's another to be inundated by poor writing and flat ideas pretending to pass themselves off as original thought. We know the outward signs, particularly the em dash and the overuse of the "rule of three." It's a real shame, too, because human writers now feel like we have to avoid the em dash — which has a perfectly legitimate purpose — and vary lists to four or five items, even though human beings naturally group things in threes. We simply find groups of three naturally more memorable, engaging, and persuasive. By the way, this blog is 100% human-written. I hope you can tell. And yes, I deliberately poked the bear by using em dashes and a group of three in the last paragraph. Just my ironic sense of humor. Anyways, back on point: I'm not a Luddite. I genuinely love technology and find AI fascinating. Hey, my first career was in the tech industry and I did my share of coding. When Professionalism Kills Connection But somewhere along the line, a lot of professionals started confusing polish with connection. And those are not the same thing! I felt I had to speak up, first as a former sales executive who began her career overly concerned with polish instead of connection (which absolutely cost me sales), and second, as an actor and communication strategist who works in media all the time. Connection is king; it's the basis of the whole "know, like, and trust" axiom of succeeding in business. The Biggest Communication Mistake Professionals Make As a trainer and coach, I spend a lot of time helping entrepreneurs, executives, and speakers come across as believable on camera, on Zoom, in business presentations, and in high-stakes conversations. And one of the biggest mistakes I see is this: People try so hard to sound smart, credible, strategic, polished, insightful, visionary, and “executive” that they accidentally stop sounding human altogether. The Panic to Sound "Executive" You can practically see the internal panic happening in real time: “Must sound authoritative. Must maintain leadership presence. Must not accidentally reveal personality.” It's like a mantra. Meanwhile the audience is quietly dying inside. Why Imperfection Feels More Trustworthy We crave human interaction and the mess and imperfection that goes with it. It's far more relatable and interesting than polished perfection, especially when we can see firsthand how the speaker or presenter handles the situation and turns a potential catastrophe into success. What Real Human Communication Actually Sounds Like So what are the signs of actual humanity? In written, visual, or audio communication, the markers are: warmth spontaneity humor emotional intelligence specificity imperfections genuine reactions original thought In other words, the very things most people have been trained OUT of in corporate communication. Storytelling is at the core of just about every type of communication. We naturally gravitate to stories and find them easiest to remember, because good storytellers take us on the emotional journey with them. The Exhausion of Performing Professionalism The reason why so many professionals feel exhausted right now — that their presentations, videos, and sales calls just aren't working anymore — is because they’re performing "professionalism." That's right. Forced professionalism all day on Zoom, Teams, LinkedIn, videos, calls, webinars, etc. It's sad really. Everyone is trying desperately to look competent, when in actuality, they're sounding like they swallowed a leadership podcast whole. And having trouble digesting it. We can hear the burps in communication. Audiences Can Feel Incongruence Instantly It's called incongruence, and human beings are unbelievably good at detecting it. We know when someone is technically saying the right words, but emotionally disconnected from what they’re saying. Actors know this instinctively. We're (often painfully) aware that audiences don’t connect to perfection; they connect to truth. And if the truth of a performance is missing, so too goes the audience. They just don't care. Why Perfect Branding Still Falls Flat That’s why someone can have flawless credentials, gorgeous branding, media training, perfect lighting, and professionally written messaging… and still somehow feel completely forgettable. There’s just no pulse underneath it. There's no humanity, no sense of being alive, and certainly no surprise to jolt us away from scrolling on our phones. Why should we bother? It's just another beautifully polished wax figure smiling into a webcam. A Stepford Wife (or Husband) with presumably nothing truly original or startling to say. But what if there actually is a great message behind the polished but boring facade? It's often lost. You can have the best content in the world, but if your delivery is flat and downright boring, very few people will be paying attention. And that costs you sales. The Solution to the Stepford Syndrome Ironically, though, AI just may be the catalyst that forces us back toward becoming better humans. Once generic content becomes infinite, the people who stand out are the ones who actually sound alive. The ones with opinions.Timing. Humor. Presence. Personality. Believability. Believability is the New Competitive Advantage That’s the word I keep coming back to lately: Believable. Not polished. Not optimized. Not “personal brand aligned.” Simply: Believable. Because believable people build trust. And trust is what gets you hired, referred, remembered, promoted, followed, and chosen. Not perfection. Believability. So if your content, videos, presentations, or online presence are starting to feel strangely robotic lately, maybe don’t ask: “How do I sound more professional?” Maybe ask: “Do I still sound like a human being?” That question might matter a whole lot more moving forward. ✨ Upcoming Event ✨ Is AI Turning You Into a Stepford Wife? How to stay human, build trust, and stand out in a world of artificial everything. Tuesday, June 23 2 pm EST / 11 am PST I'm Laura Doman, a voice & TV/film actor and video communications coach. As an actor, I create memorable characters that tell my client's stories well, from the friendly CEO to your sassy best gal pal dispensing real-world advice. As a coach, I help you become more comfortable and charismatic on camera in videos, presentations, and online appearances. VOICE OVER • ON CAMERA • CONSULTATION & COACHING

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That’s me. I deliver voiceovers that sparkle with personality — funny, warm, grounded, and yes, even inspiring — backed by broadcast-quality audio and fast turnaround. If you want great sound and a voice that knows how to connect, you’re in the right place. Who I Am & What I Do Laura Doman is a professional voice actor providing commercial, corporate narration, explainer video, eLearning, medical, telephony, and character voiceover services from her Atlanta-based studio. I work with brands, agencies, educators, healthcare organizations, and content creators who need a voice that feels human, confident, and trustworthy — not generic or overproduced. Business Sense Meets Performance Skill Before stepping behind the mic full-time, I spent years as a tech industry sales executive , telling business stories, educating clients, and addressing real-world concerns. Today, I bring that same clarity and credibility to my work as a professional voice actor, film & TV actress, and on-camera communications trainer. From tech startups and Fortune 500 companies to local businesses and educators, I understand what you’re building — and how strong storytelling supports it. My voice doesn’t just sound g ood. It speaks from experience. Voiceover Services I provide professional voiceover for: Commercials (broadcast & digital) Corporate narration & internal communications Explainer videos & SaaS demos eLearning & training modules Medical & healthcare narration Telephony & IVR systems Characters & animation Each project is approached with intention, adaptability, and respect for the audience on the other side of the message. A Voice With Range — and Point of View I bring a positive, get-it-done attitude to every project, along with plenty of fun when the script calls for it. Need character work for eLearning, animation, or branded content? I’ve got you there, too. I’m a working film and TV actress and an active member of a local improv company , which means I know how to listen, respond, and bring characters to life naturally. Some voices I’m known for: The approachable, hands-on CEO Your best gal pal with sage advice (and a little sass) Mom… who’s (sigh) right again I’ve played all of those roles — on screen, in the booth, and in real life (just ask my kids). Why Clients Choose Me Because I get both sides of the mic. Having lived in both the business and creative worlds , I understand goals, timelines, messaging, and tone — and how to deliver exactly what a project needs without overcomplicating the process. What You’ll Get A creative, directable voice actor who listens — and delivers Broadcast-quality voiceover for commercials, narration, training, and animation Clean, professional audio recorded from a dedicated studio Fast, reliable turnaround within your budget Optional online direction via Source-Connect Clear communication and an easy, efficient workflow How the Process Works Most projects start with a script or brief. From there, I record professional voiceover from my studio, provide revisions as needed, and deliver clean, ready-to-use audio. The process is straightforward, collaborative, and designed to keep things moving smoothly from start to finish. FAQs Where are you based and how do you work with clients? I’m in Atlanta, Georgia and work with clients locally, nationwide, and internationally. Location is never a barrier. Some clients prefer in-person recording sessions at their studios, while many projects are completed independently from my broadcast-quality home studio. Others choose to remotely direct sessions in real time, allowing for live collaboration regardless of location. What equipment do you use in your professional home studio? My broadcast-quality, acoustically treated home studio has been built specifically for professional voice over. The setup includes a Sennheiser 416 and Rode NT1 (two high-quality microphones), the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th gen professional audio interface, and Adobe Audition, industry-standard recording software, to ensure clean, consistent sound with excellent clarity and low noise. The studio is optimized for reliable, production-ready audio that meets the standards required for commercials, corporate narration, eLearning, medical content, animation, and telephony. How do clients direct sessions with you remotely? Clients can direct sessions live and in real time using the platform they prefer. I'm equipped for remote direction via Source-Connect , ipDTL , Microsoft Teams , Zoom , and other commonly used tools — making collaboration easy, flexible, and seamless regardless of location. What types of voiceover work do you offer? My professional voiceover work runs the gamut: commercials, corporate narration, explainer videos, eLearning and training, medical narration, telephony and IVR systems, political, and character and animation projects. What makes you different from other voice actors? A rare combination of business experience and performance skill . With a background as a tech industry executive and years working as a professional actor, I understand both messaging strategy and storytelling—resulting in voiceovers that sound authentic, confident, and human. How quickly can you turn around a project? Turnaround times vary by project scope, but you'll see fast, reliable delivery without sacrificing quality. Timelines are discussed upfront so expectations are clear. During election season, political voice overs often need to be delivered within hours, while large eLearning projects allow for a week. What kind of clients do you typically work with? Laura works with startups, Fortune 500 companies, agencies, educators, healthcare organizations, nonprofits, and local businesses—anyone who needs a professional voice that connects with real people. Ready to Find the Right Voice for Your Project? Let’s talk about what you’re creating — and how I can help bring it to life. Let's get started! Studio Includes Sennheiser 416 Rode NT1 Focusrite Scarlet 2i2 4th Gen Adobe Audition Custom Isolation Booth SourceConnect Why Smart Professionals Sound Weird on Camera Visibility Is NOT Vanity Why In-Person Voiceover Sessions and Auditions Still Matter in a Remote World VO Atlanta: The "Breaking Out of My Padded Room" Conference Where Did All the New TV Shows and Movies Go? Shoutout Atlanta Interview AI vs. Human - Who Will Rule the Talent Show? 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Laura Doman, a skilled female voice actor and actress, brings creativity and expertise to every project. Let's bring your vision to life with the perfect voice! laura@lauradoman.com +1 ‭(404) 969-2616‬ Home About BIO Testimonials Press Kit Voice Over PLAY DEMOS COMMERCIAL CORPORATE NARRATION EXPLAINER VIDEOS ELEARNING K12 ELEARNING MEDICAL NARRATION CHARACTERS & ANIMATION IVR TELEPHONY On-Camera ACTING RESUME & REELS TIPS & ADVICE Coaching Speaking Events On Camera Confidence VIDEOS Blog Get the Latest Resources Tips & Advice Business & Marketing On Camera Voice Over Fun Free Downloads Contact Voice Talent ★ Actor ★ Video Coach Voice. Presence. Performance. Commercial Download Listen Corporate Narration Download Listen Explainer Videos Download Listen eLearning Download Listen K12 eLearning Download Listen Medical Narration Download Listen Telephony Download Listen Character Download Listen Dynamic Voice Actor, On Camera Talent, and Video Performance Coach Meet Laura… Laura is a highly versatile female voice actor, on camera performer, and video performance coach based in Atlanta, Georgia. She helps businesses, creatives, and professionals bring their stories to life - through compelling voiceovers, a dynamic on-camera presence, and coaching that gives you the confidence and skills to deliver your message powerfully on screen. VOICE OVER ON CAMERA COACHING TIPS & ADVICE CONTACT Are you looking for… Voiceover That Resonates Need a voice that’s warm, confident, and conversational—or full of character and creativity? I’m a Corporate gal turned Creative artist. A recovered cubicle dweller now most at home behind the mic, delivering voice overs infused with personality, professionalism, and just the right tone to connect with your audience. Whether I’m voicing a corporate explainer, a high-energy commercial, or an animated character with attitude, my clients say I’m easy to work with, fun to collaborate with, and always bring a little something extra to the mic. Looking for a polished professional or a playful storyteller? I’ll bring just the right tone, pacing, and personality to your project. 🎤 Broadcast-Quality Studio 🎤 Equipped with Source Connect 🎤 Fast Turnaround 🎤 Directed Sessions Available 🎤 Top-notch customer service Listen to My Voice Samples On Camera Talent That Captivates Film. TV. Commercials. Corporate industrials. If you’re looking for an experienced, well-trained on-camera actor for your brand, product, or creative project, we should talk! 🐻 I’m the mama bear you want on YOUR side. ❤️ The no-nonsense authority figure with a soft center. 😉 The sidekick best friend or colleague who’s got your back. ⚕️ The medical professional or teacher who gives it to you straight, good or bad. 👹 The scheming antagonist who wrote the playbook for evil stepmothers everywhere. 👀 The quirky, comedic next-door neighbor who shows up whenever it’s least convenient. Do you need an actor who’s also proficient with a teleprompter? Working against a green screen? Comfortable with newer technologies like virtual reality and playing in the metaverse? Or perhaps experienced as an event host, interviewer, panel moderator, and improv performer? I check these boxes and what’s more, I work well with end-clients, too. That’s because I bring the “soft skills” that are critical to success on any set: an actor who’s easy to work with, takes direction well, and hits the mark no matter how often you need to change it. Diva attitude, not included. Watch My On-Camera Reel Camera Coaching That Delivers RESULTS Feel awkward on Zoom or video? Struggle to connect with your audience through a screen? Not getting the website traffic and additional sales you expect? You’re not alone—and I can help. The problem is not your content, but your delivery . Through personalized coaching, I help professionals, entrepreneurs, and content creators learn to work the camera like a pro, so you can… ✅ Speak with confidence, charisma, and authenticity ✅ Connect powerfully with your audience in live calls and via video ✅ Use your presence to attract leads and grow your business … and position yourself as the go-to, media-ready expert in your industry! Whether you’re preparing for video content, media appearances, or virtual presentations, I’ll help you show up as your most compelling self so you can grow your business AND your personal reputation. Learn More About Coaching Let’s Work Together Whether you need a voice, a face, or expert guidance behind the scenes, I’m here to help you shine. Ready to get started? Let’s talk! REPRESENTED BY VOICE & FILM / TV ACTOR COMMUNICATION STRATEGIST Where strategy meets storytelling, and performance makes the difference. Laura brings the mind of a strategist and the instincts of a professional actor to every project. CONNECT Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Disclaimer Statements 2026 Laura Doman. All rights reserved

Stop freezing on video! Work with Laura Doman, an expert On-Camera Confidence Coach, to master your public speaking skills and shine in every online presentation. On-Camera Talent Event Host • Interviewer • Moderator • Actor You don’t need someone who can just “be on camera.” You need someone who can hold attention, think in the moment, and make people feel something. That’s where I come in. I’m a working on-camera and voice actor with a background in performance—and a deep understanding of what actually connects through a lens or in a live room. Because here’s the truth: ★ Most people can deliver lines. ★ Very few can create a moment. Hosting & Emceeing Whether it’s a live event, virtual experience, or branded production, I bring energy, polish, and presence—without ever feeling scripted or stiff. I keep things moving, keep audiences engaged, and handle the unexpected with ease. Interviewing Great interviews aren’t about asking questions. They’re about creating an environment where people open up. I listen, respond in real time, and guide conversations so they feel natural, compelling, and worth watching. Moderating Panels can fall flat—or they can come alive.I facilitate dynamic, engaging discussions that keep both the speakers and the audience fully present, connected, and involved. Performing From commercial to corporate storytelling, I bring authenticity and nuance to every role.No overacting. No “presenting.”Just grounded, believable performance that resonates. Actor. Voice Actress. Corporate Communicator. There’s an old saying: “51% sweetheart. 49% bitch. Don’t push it.” While my real self is well within sweetheart range, I love to walk the fine line in film and TV. And when the role offers the opportunity, there’s nothing more fun than enthusiastically playing the villain. Especially one who wears a sweet, (mostly) harmless exterior. Download Loving mom/grandma Caring & dedicated professional Quirky best friend Cold, manipulative matriarch Flawed authority figure Deceptive, conflicted betrayer Who doesn't love a sweet & sour mix? I'm also a mom, avid vegetarian cook, gardening enthusiast, fitness freak, sci-fi lover, and adventurer at heart. And, once upon a time, an IT industry sales exec.I love acting on camera and behind the mic, and have accumulated credits in film, TV, commercials, and industrials. Improv and teleprompter? Love them! Nothing better than improv for letting my inner zaniness off its leash. And teleprompter work merges my twin passions for on-camera and voice acting into one. So many great ways to tell a story. Always a new adventure... Represented by Film / TV Carol Shaginaw Talent Agency carol@carolshaginawtalent.com 770-868-7162 Voice Over, On-Camera Clayton Music Management nancyclaytonmusic@gmail.com ‭(818) 439-5144‬ Voice Over, Commercial, Industrial & Print FORMATION Talent lramirez@formationtalent.com (404) 874-6448 ext 238 What Clients Appreciate Most ★ Someone who can think on their feet ★ A presence that feels natural, not performative ★ The ability to connect quickly—with anyone, anywhere ★ A professional who makes the entire process easier, smoother, and better Let’s Talk If you’re looking for someone who can do more than just show up— someone who can elevate the experience and make it memorable— I’d love to hear what you’re working on. Contact Me VOICE OVER Learn More ON CAMERA Learn More COACHING Learn More TIPS & ADVICE Learn More CONTACT Learn More