By Ryan Koral
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In this episode of the podcast, discover how to keep more of your hard-earned money with CPA and tax strategist Amanda Han. Learn game-changing strategies for video business owners, including the benefits of S-corps, smart write-offs, and using real estate to build wealth. Amanda shares practical tips to transform your approach to taxes and finance, helping you maximize profits and minimize stress.
Key TakeawaysAmanda Han & Matt MacFarland are CPAs and tax strategists who specialize in helping people use real estate to save massive amounts in taxes and keep their hard earned money. They help educate investors on how to maximize tax write-offs, legal entity strategies, tax-efficient ways to access profit, how to use 401K money for real estate, and much more.
They are authors of the highly rated book Tax Strategies for the Savvy Real Estate Investor and they have been featured in prominent publications including the Forbes Finance Council, Money Magazine, Talks at Google, CNBC’s Smart Money Talk Radio as well as the BiggerPockets podcasts.
Today, Amanda & Matt have helped thousands of investors nationwide to save on taxes with proactive tax planning.
In This Episode"It's not about how much money you make, it's about how much of it you actually get to keep." - Amanda Han, quoting Robert Kiyosaki
"Saving more money really is the same as making more money. When you save in taxes, that's the easiest money you can make because it was already your money to begin with." - Amanda Han
"We don't spend money for the write-off. The best way to do is to take a look at what we are already spending money on anyways, and say, how can I make sure this is a legitimate write-off?" - Amanda Han
"What got you here won't get you there." - Ryan Koral, discussing business growth and the need for fresh strategies
"I always look at what can we document before the trip, before that transaction, so that if it were to be questioned, I have a legitimate way to say, well, yeah, I spent $5,000 on that trip because I had these requests from these clients." - Amanda Han, on properly documenting business expenses
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In this episode of the podcast, John Bilski shares his journey from wedding videographer to multi-brand video entrepreneur, specializing in both wedding and education sectors. He discusses strategies for breaking into the education market, the importance of face-to-face networking, and how to build separate brands for different niches. John also offers inspiring advice on finding fulfillment in your work and taking bold steps to grow your video business.
Key TakeawaysJohn started in video production as an assistant editor at $8 an hour in 2002. Now, 22 years later, he runs his own production company he started with a love for evoking emotion through film. He’s also ruggedly good looking - LOL
In This Episode"If you can get somebody to cry, that's our goal." - John Bilski, on creating emotional impact in videos
"Practice what you preach at a certain point. And so I've tried to make it a goal of mine to start a YouTube channel very soon." - John Bilski, discussing the importance of personal branding
"What got you here won't get you there." - Ryan Koral, on the need to evolve business strategies for continued growth
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Bradley Hamner, Founder and CEO of BlueprintOS, shares his journey from being a workaholic entrepreneur to becoming the architect of his business. He emphasizes the importance of creating systems and processes to upgrade the operating system of a business.
Bradley discusses the common belief that entrepreneurs must do everything themselves and highlights the need to train and delegate to a team. He also emphasizes the mindset, skillset, and toolset required to transition from being the rainmaker to the architect of a business.
Becoming the architect of your business involves five milestones: having a business generating over a million dollars in revenue, achieving a ratio of 40 or above between year-over-year growth and profitability, taking 12 weeks off in a year, having an executive assistant to buy back your time, and installing an operating system that exists independently of you.
Working on your business, not just in it, is crucial for growth. Standardizing processes and documents in the business is important for creating a culture of design and intentionality. Implementing ideas is key to creating real change.
Key TakeawaysBradley started his first business in 2009 with no customers, no leads, and very little cash but he did have a desire to win and succeed. After working around the clock for 5 years, Bradley had a health scare in his 30s. Knowing something had to change, he focused on building his leadership first, and then he began “architecting” his business to work for him.
This led him to designing the ultimate operating system for business owners - BlueprintOS. This framework has empowered business owners to move successfully from rainmaker to architect in their business.
Now, Bradley is a Business Growth Coach, certified Value Builder, and host of the Above The Business Podcast. Each week, he shows other entrepreneurs & business owners how to install the systems, processes, and routines their business needs to grow and scale.
The ultimate outcome? Business owners have a successful business that creates the freedom and flexibility they desired from the start.
In This Episode"The business got bigger to the point to where then the business got bigger than me and started to sling me around." - Bradley Hamner
“What I was really doing is I was transitioning myself from being the rainmaker to where like it was all dependent upon me to really I started to become the architect of the business.” - Bradley
“It’s really about working on your business and not just in your business.” - Ryan Koral
“There are times that we need to get above the business. And I would even share with someone that listening to a podcast, going to a conference as an example, going to a strategic coach, those are times I wasn't working on that business. I was working above my business.” - Bradley
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In this episode of the Grow Your Video Business Show, we're tackling three game-changing strategies for video professionals looking to level up their business. We dive into the power of offering strategic workshops to clients, explore effective ways to find work and promote yourself, and unpack the nitty-gritty of retainers, contracts, and partnerships. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you build stronger client relationships, create consistent income streams, and position yourself as a sought-after video partner.
Key Takeaways"The magic word is start. Go ugly early. Like don't just get out of your head. Just do the thing." - Ryan Koral
"People are more invested when they're paying money, right? So there's this feeling that they're already showing up to the table with like pen in hand and like ready for you to lead them versus somebody that's in interviewing you to figure out if they want to hire you." - Ryan Koral
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Robert Teegarden, owner of Create Your Own Path Productions, shares his journey into running a video business and the importance of creativity in society. He discusses the role of creatives in shedding light on different perspectives and telling stories.
Robert emphasizes the need for creatives to respond to the needs of the world and act on their ideas. He also highlights the value of consistent practice and getting the reps in to improve one's craft. Robert’s work today focuses on small business video marketing and production in the health and wellness and music niches.
The conversation explores the importance of consistent and high-quality visual communication in building brand value and perception. It emphasizes the need for creatives to understand the business side of their work and translate their creativity into tangible ROI for clients. The concept of repurposing content and creating a suite of services is discussed as a way to maximize value for clients.
The conversation also highlights the power of behind-the-scenes content in humanizing brands and building authentic connections with consumers. The key takeaway is to focus on the purpose and joy of being a creative and to remember the impact and value of the work being done.
Key TakeawaysRobert is a life-long creative. He started as a musician and has traveled the world performing as a vocalist and bassist. He has a Masters and undergraduate in Music Business and worked in the industry for 15 years.
In his early 30s, he left his corporate job and started making short films and the rest is history. He has been the creative alongside Ron "Boss" Everline, Kevin Hart's personal trainer and business partner, and worked with several multinational brands like Chase, Yamaha, Easton Sports Cellucor and more.
In This Episode“We occupy a very specific role in society and we have this need and ability to be able to kind of make sense of the world around us. And having that understanding that your work matters and the stories that you're telling matter and your ability to do that is a skill set that not very many people have.” - Robert Teegarden
“We have a role and a purpose, and it’s to be able to shed light on these things, the nuance of what life, society, and culture is. And I don’t think that that’s a job set for just every person to have. It’s a very specific way that you have to view those things. It’s a gift, really. It’s a privilege to be able to do it.” - Robert
"You talk about there being a need in the world and, as creatives, some of us see that need and then respond to that need.” - Ryan Koral
“I think a huge Cardinal sin is like you have these beautiful spaces that you create as a small business and then you just don't have the communication, the outbound communication to back that up." - Robert
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In this episode, Ryan and Rory Clark discuss the importance of customer intimacy in sales and marketing. They emphasize the need to genuinely connect with customers, ask the right questions, and listen actively. Rory shares his expertise in customer development and highlights the three key phases: customer attraction, customer creation, and customer satisfaction. He also explains the power of video in creating a high-touch customer experience. The conversation provides valuable insights for entrepreneurs and creatives looking to improve their sales strategies.
Key TakeawaysRory J. Clark is the creator and innovator of FOCUS SELLING®, a breakthrough performance system which has helped countless executives around the world to exceed performance expectations. He inspires excellence in leadership, teamwork, and performance through the renovation of individual mindsets.
For more than four decades, executives in over two hundred organizations, on six continents, and in over thirty countries, have learned from Rory. In addition, they have taught Rory how to turn FOCUS SELLING® into a competitive weapon.
Rory’s experience includes leadership positions in marketing, sales, recruiting, and training in organizations such as CBS and ABC Radio, Wilson Learning Corporation, and the Dale Carnegie Institute. He is an expert in selling, in instruction, and in curriculum design.
In This Episode“In 1984, which is 40 years ago – probably when I got my AOL address – there was a book called Megatrends. And the author of the book said… the more high tech we get, the more high touch will be required. Well, now that's on steroids, right?” – Rory Clark
“If you're great at customer intimacy, that beats AI hands down because people are sick of interacting with it. They're sick of not getting to talk to a person.” - Rory
“Be creative in your craft, but find a system that works for you when it comes to selling and marketing and all those things.” - Ryan Koral
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In this special 400th episode of the Grow Your Video Business show, host Ryan Koral reflects on the journey since launching the podcast in early 2016. Originally started with co-founder Matt Davis, Ryan shares memorable moments, the evolution of the show, and the importance of community and support in overcoming struggles. He expresses gratitude to listeners, team members, and supporters who have made the show possible. Tune in for a heartfelt look back at eight years of podcasting, personal growth, and the powerful impact of community.
Key Takeaways“My heart is just so thankful for you for being with me.”
“We both (me and Matt Davis) were speaking at events for filmmakers and we both loved education and we both like a microphone, so we just thought it would be really fun. And we did it. And that's where Studio Sherpas was launched.”
“As I reflect on all 400 episodes, all of the ups and downs and, you know, so many highs and so many lows, the thing that still rings true today as what I think is the most important is community.”
“It’s amazing the opportunities I’ve gotten just by having a show. The people that have said yes to be on this show… these people wouldn’t have a conversation with me if I didn't have a podcast.”
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In this episode, Kenrick Mills shares his journey from odd jobs to building a successful video production business. He emphasizes the importance of finding a niche and focusing on a specific type of client. Kenrick's favorite type of project is interior design videos, as they allow him to be creative and showcase beautiful spaces. He also discusses the benefits of working with retainer clients and building long-term relationships. In this conversation,
Ryan and Kenrick discuss the importance of finding a niche and the power of YouTube for businesses. They emphasize the need to practice what you preach and the value of showing up on social media platforms. Kenrick shares his plans to start a YouTube channel to reach business owners who need creative services. Ryan encourages him to focus on his unique perspective and personality to stand out in the market. They both highlight the abundance of opportunities and the importance of consistency in content creation.
Key TakeawaysKenrick Mills has been running a boutique content agency in Jupiter, Florida since 2014. He helps small to medium sized businesses grow their brand, sell their projects more efficiently, and help them tell their story.
In This Episode"I just have this type of person that I'm trying to work with more than a specific type of client." - Kenrick Mills
“That makes your job so much harder when you don't have a specific persona, a specific niche, or a specific problem that you solve with a particular kind of video. And my challenge to people is like, well, just pick something and you don't have to do that work forever. It's just going to be for a period of time. Like you need to create some momentum and some traction.” - Ryan Koral
“I think it's Blair Enns says something about a creative sees 10 doors and wants to open every single one. But niching down is going into that door, that one door, and just finding that there are actually 10 more doors behind that one door.” - Kenrick
“If you feel like, ‘I'm just afraid of having a niche because I don't want to get stuck doing the same old thing,’ that's not how you're wired. You're not going to do the same old thing. You're going to think of new things. And it's going to challenge you. And you're going to rise to the challenge because you are a creative.” - Ryan
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In this episode, Ryan and Justin Roethlingshoefer discuss the importance of prioritizing health as a business owner or leader. They emphasize that our health is our greatest asset and that we need to take care of ourselves in order to show up as the best version of ourselves in all aspects of life. They highlight the need for personalized health plans and the importance of tracking key metrics such as heart rate variability, sleep quality, VO2 max, and cellular deficiencies. They also discuss the concept of 'Who Not How' and the value of building a team of experts to support our health journey.
Key TakeawaysJustin Roethlingshoefer is the co-founder of OWN IT Coaching, a multiple seven-figure coaching company. As a former performance coach in the NCAA and NHL, through OWN IT he has made the same ecosystem that is usually only available to the best athletes in the world now available to you.
Utilizing best in class testing, technology, and coaching, he and his team have been able to transform the health and lives of hundreds of thousands of leaders throughout the country while empowering them on their journey and making the complex topic of health simple, actionable, and personal. He is a speaker and the host of The OWN IT Show podcast. Justin is the author of three other bestselling books including The Athletic Performance Blueprint and OWN IT.
In This Episode“It's looking you back in the mirror every single morning. You've been given God-given abilities, God-given creative frameworks in your brain. You've been given a calling and a gift and there's certain things that only you can do and I think oftentimes we take that for granted.” - Justin Roethlingshoefer
“They found success in chaos because they've been the one to create the solution. And so that's what they trust today. And because of that, that's what they continue to lean into. And they fail to come back to creating predictable and sustainable solutions for themselves when it comes to health and making sure that they are well.” - Justin
“We fail to recognize and realize that there's a cost to leadership. There's a cost to doing business. There's a cost to owning a company. And there's a cost to going on this mission. And the remedy is not a gym membership. The remedy is not a massage once a month. The remedy is not going on a vacation with your family once a year. The remedy has to be built as intentionally and as consistently as you've built your business.” - Justin
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In this episode of the podcast, Ryan and Tim Arnold discuss the importance of embracing healthy tensions in leadership. They explore the tensions between confidence and humility, expectations and grace, and profit and purpose. Tim shares a story from his experience leading a homeless shelter, highlighting the need to navigate these tensions in a healthy way. They emphasize the value of leaning into differences and engaging in healthy conflict to foster growth and understanding. Tim provides resources for further exploration of these concepts.
Key TakeawaysHaving launched and sold a successful for-profit business, pioneered a social enterprise, and led a homeless shelter, Tim Arnold understands how hard it is to lead in challenging situations. That’s why he’s dedicated to helping leaders at every level – from first-time managers to Nobel Peace Prize winners and Fortune 500 CEOs – navigate the path to resilience and success.
In This Episode“One of those tensions I talk about is the tension between confidence and humility. And it's not about the compromise or meeting in the middle. It's how do I do both fully?” - TIm Arnold
“Let's not look at this as right and wrong. Let's just pick the best option for us right now. And when we can do that, and I gotta say, this is I think true for the solopreneur that's just trying to kind of stand out from the pack or people leading teams. If you can encourage kind of the culture of your teams and your relationships to lean into tension, to not need to surround yourself with people who see everything the way you see, it's a competitive edge right now.” - Tim
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The podcast currently has 405 episodes available.