Founder's Playbook

In this episode of the Creative Grit podcast, host Nelson welcomes filmmaker and video production business owner Henry Brockman. They discuss the process of growing a video production business, handling a team, and the art of editing. Henry shares his journey and offers valuable insights for aspiring filmmakers. Join Nelson and Henry as they dive into the world of video production and explore the creative process. Get ready for an engaging and informative conversation on this episode of the Creative Grit podcast.

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Timestamps

[00:00:00] Intro.

[00:03:15] Taking the leap to filmmaking.

[00:04:47] The power of storytelling.

[00:09:44] Building a photography skillset.

[00:10:50] Wedding videography and content creation.

[00:14:20] Sponsored sailing trip logistics.

[00:20:08] Success and enjoying the journey.

[00:23:05] An infinite game.

[00:27:31] Enjoy the process.

[00:30:01] Positive mindset and success.

[00:35:12] Missing the bride walking down the aisle.

[00:39:08] Shooting weddings as a filmmaker.

[00:41:07] The sales process

[00:46:51] Overcoming objections in sales.

[00:50:30] Confidence in sales process.

[00:53:17] Client fit and abundance mindset.

[00:56:52] Convincing clients to take action.

[00:59:15] Building long-term client relationships.

[01:03:04] Enjoying the process.

[01:08:04] Worst advice received.

[01:12:03] Keep on trucking.

In this episode of the Creative Grit podcast, Nelson interviews the incredible Ryan Moresby-White Mens coach who has built a life of freedom in Bali. Ryan shares his journey and the mindset shifts he made to create a life of choice and flexibility. The two discuss the pitfalls of mens conventional mindsets and uncover the common factors that are holding them back from achieving success. Tune in to gain insights on finding freedom and living life on your own terms.

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Timestamps

[00:00:00] Intro.

[00:04:00] Dropping out of school.

[00:07:11] Transformation and rock bottom.

[00:13:39] Consistency and proving yourself.

[00:19:21] Healing the shadow and integrating masculine and feminine energies.

[00:26:31] Tapping into sexual energy.

[00:31:05] Emotional independence and self-reliance.

[00:34:55] Building a strong foundation.

[00:39:06] Issues with porn and sexual energy.

[00:42:11] Lack of intimacy in relationships.

[00:47:12] Neglecting the feminine energy.

[00:54:30] Men becoming "nice guys".

[00:57:32] Masculine excellence.

[01:01:05] Integrity within the body.

[01:04:58] Capabilities and self-defense.

[01:09:41] Masculinity and facing death.

[01:11:38] Men's integrity and embodiment.

[01:22:45] Surrounding myself with the right people.

[01:26:57] Launching a coaching institute-inspired project.

In this episode of The Creative Grit Podcast, Nelson speaks with photography wizard, Luke Simpson, an insanely talented photographer and incredibly deep thinker. Nelson shares his belief that the goal in life is not just to be happy, but to experience everything - including suffering, sadness, and happiness. He believes that suffering is necessary in order to appreciate the good moments in life. Nelson and Luke then discuss how they met and their shared passion for creating videos and photos. This episode explores the idea of embracing all aspects of life and finding purpose in the pursuit of creative endeavors.

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Timestamps

[00:00:00] Intro.

[00:06:37] Healing and miracles.

[00:08:11] Evolving and adapting to life.

[00:12:33] Learning from mistakes and improving.

[00:15:15] Leaving a positive impact.

[00:19:27] The education system's impact.

[00:23:42] The purpose of suffering.

[00:30:12] Warrior mentality and resilience.

[00:33:56] Taking Life Less Seriously.

[00:42:26] Mastering life's valuable lessons.

[00:49:25] The purpose of life.

[00:55:00] Stopping the hamster wheel.

[00:59:02] Overcoming fear of judgment.

[01:03:29] Unconditional love and being a father.

[01:06:23] Higher consciousness and spirituality.

[01:12:35] Trusting the intelligence of life.

[01:15:26] Being blessed in the present.

[01:18:15] Battle between light and dark.

[01:23:38] Suicide and COVID times.

[01:27:19] Three pieces of advice.

[01:30:01] Living a life of play.

[01:33:29] The power of focus.

[01:38:07] The best advice you have ever received.

[01:42:07] Inspiring and empowering others.

In this episode, Nelson interviews Jessie Reimers, a millionaire entrepreneur and advocate for changing the culture around success. Jessie shares her journey to becoming financially free and emphasizes the importance of treating your business seriously from day one. She also discusses her experience being diagnosed with autism and how it transformed her perspective. Jessie challenges societal norms and encourages listeners to trust themselves and not be deterred by rejection. Nelson and Jessie delve into topics such as the therapeutic value of essential oils and the importance of questioning popular advice. Tune in to gain valuable insights and inspiration from this extraordinary guest.

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Timestamps:

[00:00:00] Timestamps.

[00:00:12] Changing tall poppy syndrome.

[00:04:08] Gut health and healing.

[00:06:23] Traditional tribes and dental health.

[00:09:38] CEO debates milk as fiber.

[00:13:29] Making a million-year profit.

[00:17:24] Dealing with sensory overwhelm.

[00:19:09] Mixing work and nature.

[00:23:02] Starting a business journey.

[00:25:32] Tall poppy syndrome.

[00:30:04] Arrogance and personal growth.

[00:32:02] Building a thriving business.

[00:34:41] Unlimited earning potential.

[00:39:33] Overcoming money mindset limitations.

[00:42:28] How do you spend it?

[00:45:00] Financial freedom and choice.

[00:47:35] Creating safe creative spaces.

[00:51:33] Most profitable side of business.

[00:54:07] Current challenges and obstacles.

[00:58:26] Relationship struggles and self-worth.

[01:01:55] Relentlessly backing yourself.

[01:03:18] Be yourself and empower.

In this episode of The Creative Grit podcast, Nelson welcomes guest Chris Blackwell, a frequency and alignment coach. They discuss the power of mindset and how it can affect various aspects of our lives. Chris shares his expertise in using sound vibrations to create positive shifts in the body and helps listeners understand the importance of identifying and freeing limiting beliefs. The conversation also includes some light-hearted moments, including a friendly chess match challenge. Tune in to explore how mindset and sound can elevate every area of your life.

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Timestamps:

[00:00:00] Intro.

[00:00:43] Sound healing and vibrations.

[00:04:26] What exactly is sound healing?

[00:09:44] Specific sounds used in healing.

[00:14:20] Each sound has a different effect.

[00:16:34] Resonating with energy and beliefs.

[00:22:01] Keeping all areas in control.

[00:24:02] Constantly seeking self-improvement.

[00:27:43] The power of retraining.

[00:33:02] Being good to yourself.

[00:34:30] Being too needy.

[00:41:16] Magnetizing awesome clients.

[00:46:33] Manifesting powers and limiting beliefs.

[00:48:07] Discount on one-on-one sessions.

In this episode, Nelson welcomes back the INCREDIBLE Alex Tripod. Alex is the first returning guest on the podcast and given their first podcast, the two dive straight into the good stuff, sharing their journey towards becoming a millionaire. They explore the concept of stretching oneself and pushing boundaries in order to achieve success. Alex shares her unique approach to creating a grid for success, which involves connecting with her lyrean tribe of elders and using light language. They also touch on topics such as self-concept, sex codes, and personal growth. This episode offers valuable insights and inspiration for creative entrepreneurs looking to level up in all areas of life.

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Timestamps:

[00:00:00] Intro.

[00:02:55] Making a million dollars.

[00:08:18] Where can I play even bigger in the arena?

[00:11:30] Pussy juice and magnetic energy.

[00:13:41] Old paradigms and grids.

[00:17:09] Tough period in business.

[00:21:09] Profit and expenses distribution.

[00:23:25] Gut feelings and decision-making.

[00:27:11] Awakening and activating humanity.

[00:29:19] Sex codes activation.

[00:37:36] Impact of money in charity.

[00:41:45] Million Dollar You.

[00:43:13] Creating the Inner Circle.

[00:47:07] Time freedom and momentum.

[00:49:36] Energetic mismatch and vocal coaching.

[00:54:14] First class flight experience.

[00:58:29] Building an incredible network.

[01:03:56] What's the next step?

[01:06:53] Health and self-love journey.

[01:09:23] Keep swimming.

In this episode of the Creative Grit podcast, host Nelson welcomes a special guest who shares valuable insights for filmmakers and creatives. They discuss the importance of focusing on customer problems rather than selling video packages or showcasing logos. The guest emphasizes the need to think like a business owner and delegate tasks to scale the business. They also touch on the significance of going through difficult times and trusting the journey. Listeners are encouraged to pay close attention as they will gain valuable knowledge and inspiration from this episode.

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Timestamps:

[00:00:00] Intro.

[00:03:44] Falling in love with marketing.

[00:10:32] Selling the destination.

[00:12:43] Choosing a target market.

[00:14:05] Real estate agent's problem.

[00:16:00] Focusing on sales and growth.

[00:19:09] Learning marketing and offer creation.

[00:22:01] The higher the stakes.

[00:26:41] Investing in a team.

[00:30:15] Getting out of the business.

[00:33:11] Building effective systems.

[00:39:08] Calendly, a game changer.

[00:42:02] Overcoming communication struggles.

[00:45:39] Growth through discomfort.

[00:47:04] Struggling and finding mentors.

[00:50:30] Climbing mountains in life.

[00:53:29] Spiritual awakening and business.

[00:55:12] Ego death and psychedelic experiences.

[00:58:08] Switching into coaching.

[01:01:18] Finding your "why" in business.

[01:10:33] Lessons from failures and breakups.

In this episode of the Creative Grit podcast, Nelson and his Incredible guest Jacob share their journeys as creative entrepreneurs and offers valuable insights for aspiring creative professionals. Jacob emphasizes the importance of finding mentors and learning from those who are already successful in the field. The two also highlight the significance of providing value to others and building symbiotic relationships. Nelson discusses the balance between being a business person and a technician, and how it can impact one's success in the freelance world. Tune in for inspiration and practical advice from this episode's extraordinary guest.

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Timestamps:

[00:00:00] Intro.

[00:01:27] Finding common creative interests.

[00:02:53] Networking and industry insights.

[00:06:14] Taking charge of creative aspects.

[00:10:26] Balancing different skillsets and roles.

[00:12:03] Pre-production and post-production.

[00:15:11] Embracing imperfections for unique style.

[00:20:45] Minimum charge for music videos.

[00:21:23] Leveraging their authority in pricing.

[00:24:07] Expanding brand recognition.

[00:27:20] Lessons in business growth.

[00:30:43] Motivating and charging for dedication.

[00:33:09] Needing help with content posting.

[00:38:27] Working for free and proving oneself.

[00:40:47] Doing work for free.

[00:42:07] Shaq smacks a fan.

[00:46:37] Out of control shoot.

[00:48:40] Feeling belittled by others' work.

[00:52:41] Finding a mentor.

[00:54:22] Providing value in relationships.

[01:00:12] Setting up passive side incomes.

[01:02:13] Creatives transitioning to business owners.

[01:04:08] Is it worth the expense?

[01:09:00] Filtering opinions is important.

[01:10:32] Getting healthy and making changes.

[01:13:09] Moonboy Studios and Alter Ego Visuals

In this episode, Nelson and his superstar guest, Professional basketball player Matthew Hodgson, discuss the importance of critical thinking and not blindly accepting advice, the concept of money and success, hobbies and how they can help broaden one's perspective, as well as the reality that sometimes reaching a goal may not bring the expected fulfilment. This episode is the perfect reminder to be authentic and true to oneself, regardless of the outcome.

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Timestamps

[00:00:00] Intro

[00:00:23] Hobbies and self-discovery.

[00:03:05] Playing basketball by chance.

[00:07:44] The importance of self-belief.

[00:08:31] Physicality in sports.

[00:12:28] High achievers and self-doubt.

[00:19:00] Career derailment and self-discovery.

[00:22:25] Overcoming self-sabotage and growth.

[00:25:58] Playing overseas and career satisfaction.

[00:31:23] Worst basketball injury experiences.

[00:33:10] Taking care of your body.

[00:37:14] Pursuing a career in psychology.

[00:39:07] Challenging career expectations.

[00:42:16] Pursuing personal passions and growth.

[00:46:00] Financial education and blowing money.

[00:49:10] Low salaries in basketball.

[00:53:31] Value and mindset in success.

[01:00:38] Becoming strong and mastering everything.

[01:03:03] Different paths to making money.

[01:07:59] Pursuing Financial Success Against Odds.

[01:09:23] Resistance to change in business.

[01:13:35] Being a magnet for money.

[01:16:26] Keeping a small circle.

[01:22:08] Loyalty in the NBA.

[01:29:48] Secondary focus and downtime.

[01:34:08] Importance of sleep for performance.

[01:37:10] The best advice ever.

[01:39:24] Enjoyable basketball season.

[01:43:39] Filter everything you hear.

In this episode, our guest shares their inspiring journey of overcoming personal challenges and achieving massive success. From battling with self-esteem and dark thoughts to building a million-dollar business in just 63 days, they prove that anything is possible with determination and the right mindset. They also discuss the importance of focusing on meaningful action instead of just appearing busy and share valuable insights on personal growth and success. Tune in for an empowering conversation with a true legend and role model. Get ready to be inspired and gain valuable insights from the best of the best in the game.

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Timestamps

[00:00:00] Intro.

[00:00:05] Dark suicidal ideation.

[00:04:02] Feeling trapped by success.

[00:07:20] Transitioning to a true company.

[00:11:17] Building systems and processes.

[00:15:08] Soldiers with multiple rounds.

[00:19:07] Martial arts and personal growth.

[00:23:00] Giving it your all.

[00:26:05] Financial freedom definition.

[00:29:30] Mudita and giving back.

[00:33:00] What's enough at the end of the day?

[00:36:21] Suicidal ideation and mental health.

[00:39:43] Who am I going to commit to?

[00:43:31] Suicidal thoughts and dark moments.

[00:47:05] Building a successful business.

[00:51:09] Understanding the economics of growth.

[00:53:40] Speed in problem-solving.

[00:58:53] Reading habits and consumption.

[01:02:22] Going from zero to a million.

[01:06:56] Worst advice I've ever received.

[01:08:11] Being Yourself

[01:13:06] Reality and free will.

[01:17:15] Enjoying the ride.

[01:21:00] Dealing with eating disorders.

[01:25:06] Impact and leaving a legacy.