<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/813578/open_sms">Send us a text</a>This week's episode is a personal one. Den shares the incredible story of Bruce Logan ASC - the man behind the Death Star explosion in Star Wars — and the humbling lessons he learned from working with him.But it’s not just about nostalgia. Den also pulls no punches about the real state of the video industry in 2025: budget cuts, slower sales cycles, and why many creative businesses are quietly collapsing without realizing it.You'll learn why "good enough" might actually save your business this year... and why community, mentorship, and adaptability are more critical than ever.If you’re serious about building a sustainable creative business — especially in a tougher market — this episode is unmissable.🎥 Watch the behind-the-scenes footage of Bruce’s project for Sony, coming soon to YouTube.➡️ Ready for real business support? DM Den on Instagram @den_lennie or email den@denlennie.com.Learn more at www.videobusinessaccelerator.com <a rel="payment" href="https://thevideomentors.com/the-little-black-book-of-video-business-secrets#new-menu-item">Support the show</a>Connect with Den on Instagram: <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/'>https://www.instagram.com/den_lennie</a> www.thevideomentors.com <h1> </h1>

Send us a text This week's episode is a personal one. Den shares the incredible story of Bruce Logan ASC - the man behind the Death Star explosion in Star Wars — and the humbling lessons he learned from working with him. But it’s not just about nostalgia. Den also pulls no punches about the real state of the video industry in 2025: budget cuts, slower sales cycles, and why many creative businesses are quietly collapsing without realizing it. You'll learn why "good enough" might actually save your business this year... and why community, mentorship, and adaptability are more critical than ever. If you’re serious about building a sustainable creative business — especially in a tougher market — this episode is unmissable. 🎥 Watch the behind-the-scenes footage of Bruce’s project for Sony, coming soon to YouTube. ➡️ Ready for real business support? DM Den on Instagram @den_lennie or email den@denlennie.com. Learn more at www.videobusinessaccelerator.com Support the show Connect with Den on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/den_lennie www.thevideomentors.com

<a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/813578/open_sms" rel="noopener noreferrer">Send us a text</a>This week's episode is a personal one. Den shares the incredible story of Bruce Logan ASC - the man behind the Death Star explosion in Star Wars — and the humbling lessons he learned from working with him.But it’s not just about nostalgia. Den also pulls no punches about the real state of the video industry in 2025: budget cuts, slower sales cycles, and why many creative businesses are quietly collapsing without realizing it.You'll learn why "good enough" might actually save your business this year... and why community, mentorship, and adaptability are more critical than ever.If you’re serious about building a sustainable creative business — especially in a tougher market — this episode is unmissable.🎥 Watch the behind-the-scenes footage of Bruce’s project for Sony, coming soon to YouTube.➡️ Ready for real business support? DM Den on Instagram @den_lennie or email den@denlennie.com.Learn more at www.videobusinessaccelerator.com&nbsp;<a href="https://thevideomentors.com/the-little-black-book-of-video-business-secrets#new-menu-item" rel="noopener noreferrer">Support the show</a>Connect with Den on Instagram: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/den_lennie</a> www.thevideomentors.com

He blew up the Death Star - And Taught Me This Life-Changing Business Lesson! EP #369

The How to Scale a Video Business Podcast offers invaluable insights and strategies for video production professionals looking to grow their businesses.&nbsp; Hosted by industry veteran Den Lennie, this podcast delivers actionable advice on: <ol><li>Attracting high-value clients and increasing revenue</li><li>Developing effective marketing and sales strategies&nbsp;</li><li>Improving project management and workflow efficiency</li><li>Building and managing a talented team</li><li>Pricing your services competitively and profitably</li><li>Overcoming common challenges faced by video business owners</li></ol> Each episode features real-world examples, case studies, and interviews with successful video entrepreneurs.&nbsp; Whether you're a solo videographer or running a small production company, you'll gain practical tips to help you work less, earn more, and achieve greater control over your business. With over 350 episodes, this long-running podcast offers a wealth of knowledge to help you transition from overworked freelancer to thriving business owner.&nbsp; Den's straightforward, no-nonsense approach cuts through the noise to deliver proven methods for scaling your video production company. By listening regularly, you'll stay motivated, learn from others' successes and failures, and gain the confidence to make strategic decisions that drive growth.&nbsp; Join Den Lennie and a community of like-minded professionals; join us, 'The Video Mentors', as you work towards building a more profitable and fulfilling video business.&nbsp;

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The How to Scale a Video Business Podcast offers invaluable insights and strategies for video production professionals looking to grow their businesses.  Hosted by industry veteran Den Lennie, this podcast delivers actionable advice on: Attracting high-value clients and increasing revenueDeveloping effective marketing and sales strategies Improving project management and workflow efficiencyBuilding and managing a talented teamPricing your services competitively and profitablyOvercoming common challenges faced by video business owners Each episode features real-world examples, case studies, and interviews with successful video entrepreneurs.  Whether you're a solo videographer or running a small production company, you'll gain practical tips to help you work less, earn more, and achieve greater control over your business. With over 350 episodes, this long-running podcast offers a wealth of knowledge to help you transition from overworked freelancer to thriving business owner.  Den's straightforward, no-nonsense approach cuts through the noise to deliver proven methods for scaling your video production company. By listening regularly, you'll stay motivated, learn from others' successes and failures, and gain the confidence to make strategic decisions that drive growth.  Join Den Lennie and a community of like-minded professionals; join us, 'The Video Mentors', as you work towards building a more profitable and fulfilling video business. 

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