A strong resonant voice is an incredible asset in the game, yet I never see it discussed in any detail. Those who have it command attention with ease. Celebrity aside, James Earl Jones could read the Chins in a Chinese phonebook and still get it wet. I've met few guys that actually have a strong resonant voice, or done any sort of voice work. Maybe it's entirely genetic, maybe not, but it's worth exploring. Has anyone here worked on their voice, or even taught others? Any sort of advice is welcome. Maybe I'm too optimistic, but it seems like an overlooked way to improve your vibe.
My voice cannot be heard well in loud environments, basically any bar, and it hurts my game markedly in those environments. My voice is fine in quiet places; deep, perhaps a bit monotone. Even in quiet environments though, it seems like people are more likely to interrupt me because my voice is rather relaxed and uncommanding. Compared with a guy I know who everyone hated, and had a piercing, high-pitched voice, but one simply couldn't ignore or interrupt him.
I've tried self-instruction, but it didn't address my issues, whatever they are. I have even gone to a few voice teachers. Maybe I didn't do it for long enough, and maybe because they had no experience in *speaking* voice lessons, but they never did much good. I'm looking once again for a teacher though.
My voice cannot be heard well in loud environments, basically any bar, and it hurts my game markedly in those environments. My voice is fine in quiet places; deep, perhaps a bit monotone. Even in quiet environments though, it seems like people are more likely to interrupt me because my voice is rather relaxed and uncommanding. Compared with a guy I know who everyone hated, and had a piercing, high-pitched voice, but one simply couldn't ignore or interrupt him.
I've tried self-instruction, but it didn't address my issues, whatever they are. I have even gone to a few voice teachers. Maybe I didn't do it for long enough, and maybe because they had no experience in *speaking* voice lessons, but they never did much good. I'm looking once again for a teacher though.