When it comes to image, everyone is concerned with how they look, how they project themselves, what they say and what they wear. However, few are aware that the sound of their spoken voice explains much of that image. So my question to you is, do you like to hear your voice on your voicemail or on your answering machine? Most people don’t.
My second question is, if you knew you had a great inner voice, would you be interested in discovering it? You probably don’t know it has better sound. It’s what I refer to as his ‘real’ voice. Many in Hollywood work with voice coaches to find their special sound. And what they discover is something magical, almost mysterious because it’s a sound that is richer, fuller, deeper in tone and makes a statement about them.
Imagine walking into a room and capturing the group’s attention with just the sound of your voice. Imagine standing in front of the reader and captivating your audience with just the sound of your voice. Imagine talking to someone in a club and that person looks at you with obvious interest in how warm and welcoming your voice is.
Do you think this is not possible? Think again. Those with voices that command attention are people like Peter Coyote, Cher, Sean Connery, George Clooney, Diane Sawyer, and James Earl Jones. Not to be missed on this list is the late Barry White, a voice that was sultry and warm whether he was singing or speaking.
We all have a better inside, but to find out, you’ll need to use your chest to enhance your sound because those deep, resonant voices you find attractive are the result of chest vibration. Right now, I can tell you if you are using the sound of your chest or not, simply by asking you a question. When you take a deep breath, you tighten your stomach, push your chest out, and lift your shoulders. if you answered Yesthen your ‘usual’ voice is not going to typify those who speak in such glorious tones.
What do you need to do to find your ‘real’ voice? Find the optimal pitch or voice when speaking and let your chest do the rest of the work. This doesn’t mean the larynx and pharynx won’t be part of the process… it just means they won’t work as hard, which will lessen the wear and tear on those delicate organs. Also, the resulting sound will be much more pleasing to your listeners.
Imagine sounding even better than you look just by discovering your ‘real’ voice. Imagine being able to turn up the volume without yelling. Imagine being able to control those nerves when you’re standing at the lectern, interviewing for a job, or approaching that special someone at a club. Truly, your ‘real’ voice is just a breath away!
