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In this episode, Den kicks off the New Year with a reflective and actionable episode. He emphasizes the importance of revisiting past achievements and lessons to set the tone for success in 2025. 🚀

Den introduces a simple yet powerful exercise to identify wins and lessons from 2024, encouraging listeners to align their goals with their most significant insights and aspirations. 

The episode highlights the value of weekly accountability, gratitude, and thoughtful planning, underscoring the need for consistency and realistic expectations in building a scalable video production business. 

Discover practical strategies to set meaningful goals, avoid past pitfalls, and create a roadmap for your best year yet. 🌟

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🎄Merry Christmas! In this special holiday episode, Den Lennie reflects on the past year in the video industry and shares a heartfelt message about rest, resilience, and the road ahead.

He emphasizes the importance of taking time off to rest, reflect, and recharge during the holiday season. Den acknowledges the challenges faced by many in the video industry over the past year and highlights the value of lessons learned from overcoming difficulties.

Whether you’re celebrating today or catching up later, this episode is packed with wisdom and gratitude to inspire your journey into the new year.

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What does it take to thrive in a male-dominated industry? 🎥

With only 4% of filmmakers being female, Alana Tompson knows the challenges firsthand. A talented DP, Alana shares her journey from working on Whale Wars to launching her all-woman production company, Said & Done Media. Often the only woman on set, those experiences fuelled her passion for creating inclusive spaces and driving change.

We explore her transition from dancer to filmmaker, balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship, and why failure and taking risks are key to success.

If you’re looking for inspiration and practical advice, this one’s for you!

TVM: Den Lennie, Alana Tompson

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In this episode, Den shares insights from recent events, including a business growth summit and a mastermind session for videographers.

He reflects on 2024's wins and challenges, offering actionable strategies to help listeners plan for a productive and fulfilling 2025. 🚀

Topics include the importance of self-reflection, setting creative and business goals, leveraging marketing platforms like LinkedIn and YouTube, and building scalable systems for growth.

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Boo! 

Have you ever had a client on the hook and then poof! Gone...👻  

Today, the Mentors dive into the challenges of ghosting in business, especially in client relationships and sales. They share personal stories of being ghosted and explore strategies to combat this issue, emphasizing the importance of follow-ups and nurturing leads.

This episode also highlights the role of CRMs in managing client interactions and the necessity of systemization in business operations. Don't miss these valuable insights on keeping your clients engaged and your sales pipeline strong!

TVM: Den Lennie, Andy Johnston, Caleb Maxwell and Matt Smolen.

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00:00 Introduction to Ghosting in Business

06:31 Dealing with Ghosting and Polarizing Communication

12:40 Using Humour to Elicit a Response

23:54 The Importance of CRMs and Strong Systems

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Are you feeling the pinch in your video production business? 📉

In this episode, Den Lennie explores why many video businesses are struggling and share strategic ways to overcome these challenges.

Tune in for practical advice on client engagement, sales strategies, and a special opportunity to scale your business with the "30-Day Close a Whale Sprint." 🐋

Don’t miss this chance to level up and secure your biggest deals yet! 💼

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What does it really take to be a reliable creative?  ✅ 

We chat about why trust and reliability are so important in building great client relationships and how having a clear process can help you deliver every time. 

We bust the myth that being creative means putting your own vision ahead of your clients' needs, and share how systemizing your business can actually give you more space to be creative and keep your clients happy.  🙌🎨 

TVM: Den Lennie, Andy Johnston, Caleb Maxwell and Matt Smolen.

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05:12 The Importance of Trust and Reliability in Client Relationships

13:07 Collaboration and Client Satisfaction

21:16 Systemizing the Business for More Creativity and Client Satisfaction

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🎙️In this episode, Den dives into new approaches for running and scaling a successful video business. 

He discusses the importance of testing formats to boost listener engagement, shares a personal journey of balancing work and life while traveling in New Zealand 🌄, and previews the upcoming Video Business Accelerator One Day Summit in Melbourne 🎟️. 

This exclusive event will gather industry experts to help video professionals refine their strategies, overcome business challenges, and reach new growth potential 🚀

Videographer 1 day Business Summit

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If a filmmaker creates amazing work but has barely any clients, are they really in business? 

Grant Jamison breaks down how to turn your talent into a brand that attracts clients! 🎥

As a video mentor and filmmaker, Grant shares how he transformed his business, Lift, into a success by embracing the power of marketing. From early mistakes to those pivotal "aha" moments, he explains why marketing is every filmmaker's secret superpower.

We dive into the value of consistent posting, speaking your audience’s language, and the unexpected strategies that have worked wonders for him. Plus, Grant’s top tips on using behind-the-scenes moments and founder stories to bring clients closer make this episode a must-listen for creatives looking to build their brand.

TVM: Den Lennie, Grant Jamison 

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How do you focus on landing the right clients rather than simply chasing more

Many people focus on simply getting clients, but having the right clients can make all the difference. 💡 We explore how identifying who your ideal clients are, understanding the problems you solve, and knowing why you’re the best fit is key to success.

We also break down the three steps to securing better clients: identifying your ideal client, getting their attention, and communicating effectively to build trust. Plus, we dive into the value of being authentic and bold in your approach, repelling clients who aren’t a good fit, and why this actually helps you grow.

Ready to take your business to the next level? Tune in to learn more!

TVM: Den Lennie, Alana Tompson, Caleb Maxwell, and Matt Smolen.

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