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FYI - From now on Blog emails will be prescheduled for 10am on Tuesdays ~ a more optimal time. I’m creating reliable systems! Thanks for your continued support. GREAT NEWS I am SO PROUD of my African-American 7th grade voice student, Haley Walker! After 14 beginner voice lessons, Haley competed VERY WELL in 4 categories at a middle school performing arts competition! 5-STAR GOOGLE REVIEW "Karen did an excellent job preparing my daughter for several competitions. As a result of her training my child placed in numerous categories including: semifinals for monologue, 2nd place lip sync, 4th place solo performance, 6th place costume design." ~ LaShonda Walker, Life Coach Thank you very much, LaShonda!! Haley is DELIGHTFUL and she did AMAZING, as a beginner!! ...and Haley is not the only one benefiting from improv training! 7 Research-Based Benefits of Improv Comedy
Back in the 2000's, I was a teaching theater artist with SteppingStone Theatre for 4 years, and taught improv and dramatics programs for public schools, day camps, and even the Girl Scouts (400 in one day)! So, I have seen first hand how improv can change lives! Fast forward to today, and not only am I continuing to teach improv as a Holistic Voice Coach ~ it's the basis for my New Choice: Improv Your Life! board game, which I am developing. How does it work? ROLL > TRAVEL > IMPROV! 1. Roll the dice. 2. Travel around the world and land on one of the 20 country squares. 3. Improv with the help of a Thought, Feeling, Action, or Place card prompt ~ and make money to help your parents pay for college by speaking, singing, acting, or creating a tune. (BONUS $ for RHYMING and making the other team LAUGH!) Ages 6 to adult - great for families! Play with 2 - 40 players (on two teams) IMPROV CARD PLAY EXAMPLE PLAYER 1: Reads FEELING card out loud: “I feel LOVED!” OPPOSING TEAM CAPTAIN: Says “New Choice!” and counts with thumb. PLAYER 1 (or 2): Sings out: “I feel PRETTY, oh so PRETTY!" OPPOSING TEAM CAPTAIN: Says “New Choice!” and counts with 2 fingers. PLAYER 1 (or 3): Acts out: “I feel HUNGRY!” OPPOSING TEAM CAPTAIN: Says “New Choice!” and counts with 3 fingers. PLAYER 1 (or 4): Speaks out and gestures: “I feel HILARIOUS!” OPPOSING TEAM CAPTAIN: Says “New Choice!” and counts with 4 fingers. PLAYER 1 (or 5): Improvises tune with a funny voice: “I feel DELIRIOUS!” OPPOSING TEAM CAPTAIN: LAUGHS, says “New Choice!” and counts with 5 fingers. :D Want to playtest it yourself? https://tinyurl.com/playtestnewchoicegame Best wishes, Karen Lyu (she/her) Holistic Voice Coach + Keynote Concert Speaker + Game Designer aka "Karey Poppins" ~~~~~ Karen's Links https://linktr.ee/karenlyu ~~~~~ NEW CHOICE Game Links (3 VIDEOS POSTED) https://www.tiktok.com/@newchoicegame https://www.instagram.com/newchoicegame https://www.facebook.com/newchoicegame ~~~~~ 612-299-2462 karen@holisticvoicecoach.com newchoicegame@gmail.com
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Much has happened. This is a 3-part blog: 1. ATLANTA, GA VACATION NEWS 2. 5 WAYS TO PREP FOR PERFORMANCE SNAFUS 3. 5 NEW CHOICE BOARD GAME CHANGAROOS I was working too hard after my allergic reaction, and my New Choice Game Business Advisor ~ retired CEO, Eben Appleton ~ urged me to take a vacation. So, I took a quick trip to Atlanta, GA ~ my second break of the year. Thank goodness, because I needed it. And, I ESPECIALLY enjoyed visiting the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum. SO INSPIRING! (Rosalind and Jimmy Carter changed so many lives and policies, in the end ~ but they started with only 4 attendees at Jimmy Carter's very first rally!) ~~~~ MORE INSPIRATION: BEYONCE"S DAD TAUGHT HER TO PRACTICE FAILURE If you want to be prepared for any kind of situation, be like Beyonce and practice failure ~ like her Dad taught her and her sister Solange. 5 WAYS TO PREP FOR PERFORMANCE SNAFUS 1. Wardrobe Malfunction A wardrobe malfunction can be embarrassing. PLAN B: Pack an emergency kit with safety pins, a needle and invisible thread, new stockings, spare clothing, and an extra pair of footwear. Extra car and house keys may help, too. 2. Equipment Failure Equipment failure can happen at any time. PLAN B: Bring a spare mic, cables, batteries, music charts, instruments, etc. to be fully prepared. (This has saved me more than once!) If you can, have someone with you who can troubleshoot and fix any issues promptly. 3. Audience Distractions Audience distractions can be challenging. PLAN B: Focus your eyes on enthusiastic fans ~ or on the back wall. You can use humor or interactive audience participation to regain attention, when necessary. 4. Weather Disruptions Outdoor performances are vulnerable to inclement weather. PLAN B: Have a backup plan for relocating indoors or rescheduling. Stay updated on weather forecasts. Communicate with your audience through social media or email promptly to keep them informed. 5. Stage Fright What if you blank out? PLAN B: Focus your eyes, breathe, be aware of your body, and listen to the music to get right back on track. Have a joke, story, or audience star moment that you can easily pull out, to recenter the audience's attention. CLICK BELOW to read about how Beyonce recovered from REAL on-stage snafus (like instantly jumping back up from a 12-stair fall): https://www.lovebscott.com/beyonce-solange-practiced-failure-growing-thanks-mathew-knowles-photo-video 5 NEW CHOICE BOARD GAME CHANGAROOS 1. Beloved Kickstarter Marketing Campaign Manager, Eric Rivera, had to step down due to his day job workload tripling. Thank you for being AWESOME, Eric! PLAN B: Hire another Marketing and Social Media Consultant I have scheduled interviews for two FANTASTIC candidates, so far. 2. 5-Star Eco-Friendly https://herotime1.com Manufacturing + Fulfillment ships direct to consumer from China, and I discovered that shipping to the US takes an average of 4 weeks. That is too long! PLAN B: 5-Star Eco-Friendly https://wingogames.com Manufacturing (lower prices, plus game development assistance, Kickstarter support, and marketing assistance!) + #1 Fulfillment House Quartermaster Logistics will provide faster US shipping and better service from Orlando, FL. 3. 1-on-1 Public Relations Media Pitch session with https://www.gloriachoupr.com delayed, due to COVID + New Choice Game presave launch page delayed. PLAN B: Wait until mid-January after journalists return from vacationing during the holidays to pitch to them to get better exposure, and delay the Kickstarter Launch Campaign, a bit. 4. The original game board artist (who shall not be named) refused to make additional corrections for payment. (Ex. The Seattle Space Needle instead of Niagara Falls, as requested, for Canada.) PLAN B: I made 3 dozen corrections myself and also hired a new game board artist for additional work. Niagara Falls now looks BEAUTIFUL on the Canada square! 5. The original HeroTime graphics templates no longer apply, and WinGo charges expensive set-up fees for manufacturing, even for prototypes. PLAN B: I will use https://www.printplaygames.com to create more print-on-demand prototype games for board game reviewers. Also, I have just received all of the WinGo graphics templates for the New Choice: Improv Your Life! board game, and will complete the WinGo graphics later. Best wishes, Karen Lyu (she/her) Holistic Voice Coach + Keynote Concert Speaker + Game Designer aka "Karey Poppins" ~~~~~ Karen's Links https://linktr.ee/karenlyu ~~~~~ NEW CHOICE Game Links (2 VIDEOS POSTED) https://www.tiktok.com/@newchoicegame https://www.instagram.com/newchoicegame (NEW) https://www.facebook.com/newchoicegame (NEW) ~~~~~ 612-299-2462 karen@holisticvoicecoach.com newchoicegame@gmail.com Hi Creative Explorers,
Today we're going to talk about having a growth mindset. One thing about me is that I'm always learning something new (4 new software programs to create reels, so far) ~ and I teach that mindset to my voice students, too. My nickname may be "Karey Poppins", but I wasn't BORN that way! Like Michael Jordan and countless others, was originally told that I had NO TALENT. I had to learn singing and voice coaching through trial and error, getting a Jazz Studies, Vocal Performance degree, studying many books, CDs, online courses, workshops, working with 15 different voice coaches ~ and inventing new solutions on the fly! Having a growth mindset is the foundation for personal and professional development. It's the belief that our abilities and intelligence can be developed through dedication and hard work. 5 KEYS OF A GROWTH MINDSET 1. Appreciate Challenges Challenges are opportunities for growth. Instead of avoiding them, learn to appreciate them. Challenges push us out of our comfort zones and help us develop new skills and perspectives. Embracing challenges allows us to learn from our mistakes, adapt, and ultimately become better versions of ourselves. 2. Cultivate a Positive Attitude A positive attitude is crucial for maintaining a growth mindset. Instead of dwelling on failures or setbacks, focus on the lessons learned and the potential for growth. Embrace the power of "yet" - if you haven't achieved something yet, it doesn't mean you never will. 3. Emphasize Effort and Persistence Effort and persistence are key ingredients for success. Understand that mastery takes time and consistent effort. Embrace the process of learning and view setbacks as opportunities to learn and improve. By persisting through challenges, you'll develop resilience and achieve greater success in the long run. 4. Be Open to Feedback Feedback is a valuable tool for growth. Instead of shying away from criticism, embrace it as an opportunity to learn and improve. Seek feedback from mentors, peers, and colleagues, and use it to refine your skills and strategies. Remember, feedback is not a reflection of your worth, but a stepping stone towards growth and improvement. 5. Surround Yourself with Growth-Minded Individuals The people we surround ourselves with greatly influence our mindset. Surround yourself with individuals who have a growth mindset and who inspire and challenge you to reach your full potential. Engage in meaningful conversations, share ideas, and collaborate with like-minded individuals. Together, you can create an environment that fosters growth and supports each other's aspirations. Remember, developing a growth mindset is a journey. It takes time and consistent effort to make these habits. By embracing challenges, maintaining a positive attitude, emphasizing effort and persistence, embracing feedback, and surrounding yourself with growth-minded individuals, you'll be well on your way to unlocking your full potential. Keep pushing forward and never stop growing! If you have any questions, feel free to ask. I'm here to help! REEL FEEDBACK BTW - I regarding feedback, I would love to get more feedback on the New Choice Game reels that I have spent dozens of hours making! I have hardly done any video editing since 2000, and it has been a tougher, slower - but super cool - road than I thought it would be! That said, the FIRST Guess Where I Am? country square reel will debut this Sat, Dec 2nd. Apologies for the wait, due to various issues. Can you please take a look at what I've created so far, and comment with any ideas, suggestions, or encouragement? I'd appreciate it! https://www.facebook.com/newchoicegame SUPPORTER SHOUTOUT: Shoutout to compassionate and imaginative author, Brad Foster. TESTIMONIAL This is an interesting and fun game that lets you creatively express yourself! ~ Brad Foster, Writer Best wishes, Karen Lyu (she/her) Holistic Voice Coach + Keynote Concert Speaker + Game Designer aka "Karey Poppins" ~~~~~ Karen's Links https://linktr.ee/karenlyu ~~~~~ NEW CHOICE Game Links (2 VIDEOS POSTED) https://www.tiktok.com/@newchoicegame https://www.instagram.com/newchoicegame (NEW) https://www.facebook.com/newchoicegame (NEW) ~~~~~ 612-299-2462 karen@holisticvoicecoach.com newchoicegame@gmail.com * RESCHEDULED "CONVERSATIONS WITH MELISSA" Renafi ADHD PODCAST 01/07/2024
Hi Creative Explorers, HAPPY THANKSGIVING! I am so very thankful that my life has turned a corner after a tough year since my Dad passed away (RIP)! Life is good. I have wonderful friends. Voice coaching and New Choice game work are going well. AND… 1. Israel and Gaza have agreed upon a hostage transfer + 4-day ceasefire. There is hope. 2. The New Choice: Improv Your Life! board game and easy mindset hacking concepts are continuing to transform the lives of many people and bring them joy. 3. I have a 1-hour podcast interview coming up: "Conversations with Melissa" LIVE ADHD Renafi YouTube podcast SUN, JAN 7TH, 2024 (RESCHEDULED) 5pm-6pm PST/7pm-8pm CST/8pm-9pm EST https://www.youtube.com/@RenaFi 4. I have been able to spend some wonderful time with my Mom, my Auntie, and my Brother, for which I am grateful. 5. I have an AWESOME NEW 5-STAR TESTIMONIAL: "I am a former K-POP Trainee who trained in Korea for over 3 years, and no one has been able to help me more than Karen! In the beginning of my training, my teachers told me that I was tone-deaf and quickly became uninvested in my growth, giving me alternative roles to fill. However, with Karen, it only took her 15 minutes to identify and fix my issues! She tells great stories and makes sure that every concept she introduces is well understood with many analogies. She also provides many resources and goes truly above and beyond just a voice lesson. I feel as though I have gained a friend who is invested in my growth and I have never been so inspired to learn singing! I would 100% recommend this program to ANY one of ANY level." ~ Beomhan Wu, K-Pop rapper/dancer/emerging singer (former member of M.O.N.T. Arena) Thank you from the bottom of my heart, Beomhan!!! You are such a FUN and DEDICATED voice student!!! FOLLOW BEOMHAN: TIKTOK (2.6M): https://www.tiktok.com/@beomhanfm INSTAGRAM (650K): https://www.instagram.com/beomhanofficial SUPPORTER SHOUTOUT: Shoutout to playful and amazing VO actor + therapist, Kacy Combest! TESTIMONIAL ”Karen has put so much thought and passion into this board game and it really shows! As a therapist, the thoughts, feelings, and actions cards really stood out to me along with the diversity of the characters and the knowledge about the countries as we 'travel the world.' Karen created a board game that I thoroughly enjoyed playing that kept me on my toes and kept my brain thinking and creating new choices!” ~ Kacy Combest, VO Actor + Therapist Best wishes, Karen Lyu (she/her) Holistic Voice Coach + Keynote Concert Speaker + Game Designer aka "Karey Poppins" ~~~~~ Karen's Links https://linktr.ee/karenlyu ~~~~~ NEW CHOICE Game Links (2 VIDEOS POSTED) https://www.tiktok.com/@newchoicegame https://www.instagram.com/newchoicegame (NEW) https://www.facebook.com/newchoicegame (NEW) ~~~~~ 612-299-2462 karen@holisticvoicecoach.com newchoicegame@gmail.com * RESCHEDULED "CONVERSATIONS WITH MELISSA" Renafi ADHD PODCAST 01/07/2024
Hi Creative Explorers, Welcome to the many new subscribers that I have met recently! If you're curious to know more about this multifaceted Game Designer + Holistic Voice Coach + Keynote Concert Speaker woman aka "Karey Poppins" (magic like Mary Poppins)... ...you're in for a treat! I will be doing a 1-hour interview: "Conversations with Melissa" LIVE ADHD Renafi YouTube podcast SUN, JAN 7TH, 2023 (RESCHEDULED) 5pm-6pm PST/7pm-8pm CST/8pm-9pm EST https://www.youtube.com/@RenaFi If you have ADHD, like me, you're in good company ~ with amazing celebrities like Trevor Noah, Simone Biles, and Taylor Tomlinson! If you DON'T have ADHD, here's a quick introduction! 7 SUPERPOWERS OF ADHD Today, we're diving into the extraordinary world of ADHD – a superpower that often goes unnoticed in a world obsessed with conformity. But guess what? ADHD is not just a challenge, it is fabulous, fantastic, and downright phenomenal!
So, fellow superheroes, it's time to celebrate the extraordinary journey of living with ADHD. Embrace your gifts, own your strengths, and let the world marvel at the incredible force that is you! ADHD isn't a limitation; it's a pathway to greatness. FYI - I had a major allergic reaction recently, that I am still recovering from, so I was only able to create and post 2 TikTok videos last week, not 3. Thank God, I am doing better now! Best wishes, Karen Lyu (she/her) Holistic Voice Coach + Speaker/Singer/Songwriter/Game Designer aka "Karey Poppins" ~~~~~ Karen's Links https://linktr.ee/karenlyu ~~~~~ NEW CHOICE Game Links (2 VIDEOS POSTED) https://www.tiktok.com/@newchoicegame https://www.instagram.com/newchoicegame (NEW) https://www.facebook.com/newchoicegame (NEW) ~~~~~ 612-299-2462 karen@holisticvoicecoach.com newchoicegame@gmail.comi * Are you overwhelmed? Feel free to reply with “Kickstarter Email” if you want a break until just before the launch. * If you want to keep getting ALL the cool news, you don't have to do anything. Hi Creative Explorers,
A couple of weeks ago, when I first arrived on the first day of the Music City Multicon, the game room was literally empty?! I was bummed for a bit, but then I decided to make a new choice! I brought my game board with me and showed it to 5 AMAZING DC/Marvel comic book artists for their opinion - and 4 out of 5 thought it was 100% beautiful! I explored the whole con and got inspired to sing my New Choice Game jingle to about a DOZEN special guests - including famous actors, Tait Fletcher (Jumanji/STARWARS) and Karen Fukuhara (Suicide Squad/She-Ra and the Princesses of Power)!!! EVERYONE was supportive of my New Choice Game ~ and LOVED the jingle. Tait Fletcher even posted a video of me singing to his IG stories!!! https://www.instagram.com/p/CzAe4zVrAUp/ To top it all off, playtesters at Music City Multicon rated my New Choice Game 8-10 STARS ~ after I changed the rules! I thank God that I decided to make new choices, and not just sit alone for hours, with only Bluey, the Care Bear, by my side! 7 BENEFITS OF SPONTANEOUS SINGING Have you ever found yourself bursting into song out of nowhere, whether in the shower, on your morning walk, or even in the grocery store? Well, guess what? That spontaneous singing of yours isn't just a random burst of joy; it comes with a whole bunch of fantastic benefits that can uplift your mood and enhance your overall well-being. So, let's dive in and discover 7 incredible benefits of spontaneous singing!
Are you ready to transform your voice and express your soul, too? Click below to book a FREE 45-Min Vocal Discovery Call: https://tinyurl.com/MeetKarenonZoom Best wishes, Karen Lyu (she/her) Holistic Voice Coach + Speaker/Singer/Songwriter/Game Designer aka "Karey Poppins" ~~~~~ NEW CHOICE Game Links (2 VIDEOS POSTED) https://www.tiktok.com/@newchoicegame https://www.instagram.com/newchoicegame (NEW) https://www.facebook.com/newchoicegame (NEW) ~~~~~ Book a FREE 45-Min New Choice Game Playtest: https://tinyurl.com/PlaytestNewChoiceGame ~~~~~ Karen's Links https://linktr.ee/karenlyu https://www.hollisticvoicecoach.com/blog ~~~~~ Book a FREE 45-Min Vocal Discovery Call: https://tinyurl.com/MeetKarenonZoom ~~~~~ 612-299-2462 karen@holisticvoicecoach.com newchoicegame@gmail.comi * Are you overwhelmed? Feel free to reply with “Kickstarter Email” if you want a break until just before the launch. * If you want to keep getting ALL the cool news, you don't have to do anything. Hi Creative Explorers,
NEXT BLOG (rescheduled): Spontaneous Singing at Music City Multicon ~~~~~ I gave myself a couple days off last week, especially after an intense couple of months of being a newbie board game designer, getting through some tech issues + what's going on in the world today. And, it took a bit to get refocused again. What do I personally do when I need to focus? 7 WAYS TO FOCUS (feel free to pick and choose)
After spending some time refocusing, I came up with some plans for Nov, Dec, + Jan: NOVEMBER
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SUPPORTER SHOUTOUT: Shoutout to DG Ellis, an enthusiastic Vanderbilt U Game Design Major who I met at the TN Table Games Con, back in September! TESTIMONIAL "Karen made the focus of the game feel like it was about the improv which was really fun. I liked getting to be creative. The length was perfect. I loved hearing about the countries and would want to talk to my family about travel. " ~ DG Ellis, Game Design Major ~ Vanderbilt University ~~~~~ NEW CHOICE Board Game SMS (Updated Video POSTED!) https://www.tiktok.com/@newchoicegame https://www.facebook.com/newchoicegame (NEW) ~~~~~ Book a FREE 45-Min New Choice Game Playtest: https://tinyurl.com/PlaytestNewChoiceGame ~~~~~ Karen's Links https://linktr.ee/karenlyu https://www.hollisticvoicecoach.com/blog ~~~~~ Book a FREE 45-Min Vocal Discovery Call: https://tinyurl.com/MeetKarenonZoom ~~~~~ 612-299-2462 karen@holisticvoicecoach.com newchoicegame@gmail.comi Hi Creative Explorers!
MUSIC CITY MULTICON I felt so loved at Music City Multicon this past weekend! I have TONS to share about my trip, but you will have to wait until next week! (See the Tait Fletcher Supporter Shoutout below!) Why? YG CROWDFUNDING KICKSTARTER MARKETING AGENCY I'm THRILLED to announce that George Lam, the Founder of https://www.ygcrowdfunding.com 5-star Kickstarter Marketing Agency, is enthusiastically on board! NOTE: This company is founded by former Kickstarter employees ~~~ and they have a 100% success rate of getting their clients' campaigns FULLY-FUNDED within 24-HOURS!!! I am SO GRATEFUL for this exciting new partnership! $25,000 SMALL BUSINESS GRANT I just applied for a $25,000 small business Kickstarter marketing grant! I believe that we have a decent chance of winning some funds between $5,000-$25,000, with support from YGCrowdfunding, and there will be a lot of competition. Please send more prayers! FYI - Here's my track record of honors + multiple grants, so far: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenlyu/details/honors In the past, the biggest grant I've won was $10,000 for West Bank School of Music, when I was the Executive Director. Let's hope that we can beat that record with this grant opportunity ~ or another one! ~~~~~ Do you want some free government, non-profit or foundation money to fund YOUR dreams, too? GRANTS FOR SMALL BUSINESSES (over 1,000 grants in the US)
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Good luck! I will pray for your dreams, too. ~~~~~ CHANGEOVER: I was happy to have popular TikToker https://www.tiktok.com/@blackyoshifgc do the first 2 New Choice game Tiktok videos. However, after learning a bunch, I have decided to take the reins. Learning to do video is SO COOL! NEXT BLOG: Spontaneous Singing at Music City Multicon SUPPORTER SHOUTOUT: Shoutout to actor/stuntman, kind-hearted soul, and AMAZING human being, https://www.instagram.com/taitfletcher (BobaFett on STARWARS), who loved my New Choice Game and Jingle so much, that he posted a video of me singing to his IG Stories!! TESTIMONIAL "rad board game..." ~ Tait Fletcher, actor/stuntman Best wishes, Karen Lyu Holistic Voice Coach + Speaker/Singer/Songwriter/Game Designer aka "Karey Poppins" ~~~~~ NEW CHOICE Board Game SMS (Updated Video POSTED!) https://www.tiktok.com/@newchoicegame ~~~~~ Karen's Links https://linktr.ee/karenlyu https://www.hollisticvoicecoach.com/blog ~~~~~ Book a FREE 45-Min Vocal Discovery Call: https://tinyurl.com/MeetKarenonZoom ~~~~~ 612-299-2462 karen@holisticvoicecoach.com newchoicegame@gmail.comi Hi Creative Explorers,
I've got 3 checklists for you today ~ 2 plus a surprise bonus! Maybe checklists don't sound super sexy to you, at this moment? Did you know that by using a simple 5-step checklist, 100 Michigan hospitals in a Johns Hopkins study saved 1,500 lives and nearly $200 million in 15 months? https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/magazine/fall08checklist/ Checklists make things foolproof! In case you're wondering, I saw 2 checklists that inspired me this week. One was a practicing checklist for opera singers that I found in the Professional Voice Teachers Facebook group, of which I have been an active member for years. Practicing is NOT just about going through the song over and over. Since my voice students and fans sing mostly contemporary music, I have made a brand-new Contemporary Singer practice checklist, below, just for you. AND, my experienced Kickstarter Marketing Campaign Manager, Eric Rivera (who is a joy to work with), made me a 15-step Kickstarter launch checklist. OMG! Having done an Indiegogo campaign in the past, I thought it would be about the same. IT IS ABSOLUTELY NOT THE SAME! Thus, the postponement of the New Choice game Kickstarter Launch to early 2024. In any case, having a checklist makes me much more confident in getting a great result, and it should make you more confident in the future of the New Choice: Improv Your Life! board game, as well. NEW CHOICE GAME KICKSTARTER LAUNCH CHECKLIST https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SYA_cjxpKGusKp4fjpjoFl8rzYjutCxAyUliBRwZFbI/edit?usp=sharing Your thoughts? CONTEMPORARY SINGER PRACTICE CHECKLIST 1. Warm up your voice and body 2. Work on the diction 3. Isolate rhythm/pitches 4. Find ideal places to breathe 5. Work on technique/vocal tone 6. Focus on dynamics - use Human Emotions Wheels 7. Work on phrasing 8. Break down hard sections 9. Get into character - use Chekhov Technique exercises 10. Cool down your voice 11. Study a concert video 12. Repeat until memorized SUPRISE BONUS!! KAREN'S EMAIL CHECKLIST 1. Does it have a catchy, complete and correct subject line? 2. Does it have a complete and correct header banner? 3. Does it say everything that needs to be said? 4. Is it grammatically correct? 5. Does it address your target audience? 6. How is the tone? Is it authentic, enthusiastic, and concise? 7. Do all of the links work (with no space at the end)? 8. Do you have any necessary permissions? 9. Is the signature complete and correct? 10. Has it been double-checked by someone you trust? I hope this helps you. These checklists are DEFINITELY helping me! Do you use checklists in your life? Enjoy these 3 helpful checklists , and feel free to personalize them, if you'd like. ~~~~~ TESTIMONIAL CORRECTION: “I love the colors, characters, and premise of the game. I love the competitiveness and improv. I love the traveling aspects of this game. I love the goal of winning money and listening to your other players (having to remember what they said).” ~ Erika Bronwell, Actress FYI - Erika is actually a SAG-AFTRA Eligible actress, not a full member. (This means that she's just one project away from the option of full membership.) Thank you, Erika, for continuing to be an enthusiastic supporter! Best wishes, Karen Lyu Holistic Voice Coach + Speaker/Singer/Songwriter/Game Designer aka "Karey Poppins" ~~~~~ NEW CHOICE Board Game SMS (New Video POSTED!) https://www.tiktok.com/@newchoicegame https://www.instagram.com/newchoicegame ~~~~~ Karen's Links https://linktr.ee/karenlyu https://www.hollisticvoicecoach.com/blog ~~~~~ Book a FREE 45-Min Vocal Discovery Call: https://tinyurl.com/MeetKarenonZoom ~~~~~ 612-299-2462 karen@holisticvoicecoach.com newchoicegame@gmail.comives and nearly $200 million in 15 months? htt |
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