Videography Academy

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What's Videography Academy about?

We are the ultimate resource for busy people that want to learn the techniques and business of videography to achieve their goals and dreams

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Videography Academy episodes:

02.14.2021
Ryan Snaadt Interview
Today we have a great interview with a phenomenal filmmaker, teacher, and youtuber! Ryan Snaadt talks his career, getting business, and how his youtube has helped his business! Also he has generously offered a 25% discount to his...
02.05.2021
How to manage a Youtube Channel and Videograph Business with Marcos Rocha
Today we interview Marcos Rocha, a DP, Videographer, Youtuber, awesome human being, and more! We talk about how he built his Youtube channel and the challenges that come with it, as well as the work he is doing as...
02.02.2021
The $100 challenge is back!!! (and other announcements)
Okay I had to reupload this episode because the website wasn't working but now it is! Go to www.videographychallenge.com to join the challenge for only $100 for a limited time!
01.31.2021
The $100 challenge is BACK!!! and other announcements
The $100 challenge is BACK!!! and other announcements regarding the International Videography Assocation and upcoming courses!
09.30.2020
How to build momentum for success
Building momentum is important because it's like compounding success. Big rush meeting people, getting a job, then it falls flat and turns into a rollercoaster of dopamines How to build momentum Remind yourself...
09.28.2020
Marketing 101 Part 1 (What is Marketing)
Marketing: What is it? And what are the foundational requirements to set up a strong marketing game
09.28.2020
Marketing 101 Part 2 (Mastering your landscape)
What is your industry/niche's ecosystem? What do I mean by that? Learn this important lesson to master your marketing landscape
09.28.2020
Marketing 101 Part 3 (Marketing Channels)
Learn the different marketing channels, the difference between paid and organic social media and a secret strategy to boost your reach organically
09.27.2020
Michael Gebben Interview
Michael Gebben or "Gebbs" is an AMAZING human being with fantastic energy and is a super coach with his own awesome podcast that you should be listening to! I love this guy, and sat down with him to talk the...
09.26.2020
5 Money Mistakes you are making (part 1)
Find out what are the FIVE MONEY MISTAKES most beginning videographers make time and time again!
09.26.2020
Where there is a will there is a way
The POWER OF WILL!!! Learn what it takes to go to the next level!!! Also a very personal story illustrating my own journey to develop my willpower!
07.20.2020
International Videography Association is Here
The next level in your business evolution is here! The world's first International Videography Association!! Find out all the good stuff inside this game changer!
07.20.2020
COVID Proof your business MASTERCLASS SESSION
The 8 steps to COVID proof your business Evaluate your situation Evaluate your market Determine your niche Know your business model Create your business plan Business model ...
07.20.2020
The ONLY solution to win in the new unreality
The new reality of COVID and the ONLY solution to the madness! PROBLEM: Reality is coming undone and reshaping before our eyes Entire industries are dying New Industries are rising Truly moving to digital era Human behavior is...
07.11.2020
The 5 True Costs of COVID
Time Peace Humanity Physicality Money
07.11.2020
Restaurant Case Study pt1
How I discovered, contacted, and pitched a local restaurant and went from a free offer to a sales package
04.27.2020
COVID State of the Union and 3 ways to evolve your business
What's in store for Videography Academy
04.06.2020
How the Economic Depression Works
What to know about this pandemic-induced global depression and how it will affect your business.
03.15.2020
How to survive the Corona Virus
Tell yourself you're going to make it and this is just going to be a story you tell people some day. Organize & Restrict all costs both business and personal Reorganize your packages -Give deals, discounts,...
03.04.2020
Case Study: How to save yourself from losing a client
In this episode I share how I screwed up and almost lost a new client and then the strategy I used in detail to save it, including the emails that were sent, a breakdown of my thought process, and what...
02.15.2020
What's up with value based pricing
What's up with value based pricing! Something debated in facebook groups and forums, my two cents, and what I think people are missing on this topic!
01.25.2020
5 Reasons you aren't getting more clients
5 reasons why you aren't getting more clients: Learn all the juicy details and how to overcome You're not trying hard enough You aren't experimenting enough You are not focused You don't know what you want You aren't good...
01.23.2020
VA Podcast When to tell people off
In this episode we discuss when it is okay to tell someone off and how to do it
11.26.2019
George Edmondson Returns!
Our most popular podcast interviewee returns! George Edmondson of Seed Creative comes back to talk about how his business has been growing, secrets to his business growth, and how he got a free RED camera from the CEO of RED!
11.25.2019
How to master your inner dialogue for success
Tips on how to master your inner dialogue for success!
11.25.2019
Black Friday Cyber Monday Announcement
Black Friday/Cyber Monday special announcement! Find out the biggest deals and make sure you don't miss out!
11.20.2019
Understanding Production Insurance with Luke Gelineau of insuredproduction.com
What is production insurance? What are all the different terms and how do they apply to me? When should I get insurance? How can insurance protect me when I rent gear? Is it expensive to get insurance if I'm a...
11.09.2019
How to stay on track of your goals
How to achieve your goals by staying focused! Know your goals and make sure they're the right one Make a list of the right things Make sure you say no to the wrong things Finish what you start...
10.21.2019
Special announcement
The Video Business Blueprint lite version is available on www.videographyacademy.com
10.21.2019
When to work for free (and how not to get screwed over)
This episode covers the pros and cons about working for free and also cites examples of how Henry has made amazing contacts and had wonderful experiences by working for free.. and how to understand when to work for free.
10.02.2019
The importance of reflecting on your work as you travel
Real-time reflections of a man working while traveling. How to organize your thoughts to make the most of your experiences.
09.16.2019
The difference between a videographer and commercial producer
The difference between videographers and commercial producers, regarding skill set, knowledge, and requirements
09.03.2019
A very special thank you
Gratitude and thanks! That's it.
09.03.2019
How to start a videography business for 100 or less
How would Henry Finn start a videography business for $100 or less? Find out the grand total at the end of the podcast! Also there is a free cheat sheet to go along with the episode that has the...
08.29.2019
How I went from wedding videographer to million dollar commercial producer part 2
Part 2... How I went from wedding videographer to million dollar commercial producer
08.28.2019
How I went from wedding videographer to million dollar commercial producer part 1
How I went from Wedding Videographer to Million Dollar Commercial Producer, Part 1.. the journey begins. What kind of work I did before Why it took me so long How I transitioned
08.28.2019
How to think about thinking and a very special announcement from Henry Finn
I am making a very special announcement regarding the $100 Challenge! I am the terminator! Mentality Tip: How to think about thinking Salvation is in the mind How to train your brain to respond to problems with...
08.28.2019
How to Treat the People that you work with
Mentality Tips: How to Treat the People that you work with People are people How to get closer to your goals depending on how you treat them Ask for what they need Know what you want Come to an agreement...
08.28.2019
How to push yourself for business success
In today's episode we learn: How Henry Finn works out (not good) The difference between those that give up and those that never do Why we admire some and not others How to become someone we admire How to...
08.28.2019
Day in the Life of a Commercial Production Owner
In today's episode we are announcing a giveaway for a free digital copy of the Videography Business Guide Vol. 1 to celebrate the $100 challenge! We also talk about: How I stopped being nihilistic and cynical and became...
08.20.2019
What Would I Do If I Were To Start My Videography Business All Over Again
If I were to start my videography business all over again from scratch what would I do to make it successful? Starting a basic business plan Setting your business goals Picking Your Industry Make your growth/reputation goals within...
08.20.2019
How to Start a Videography Business While Holding Down a Full-time Job
A step-by-step guide on what to do if you have a full time job but want to get started in videography.. part of the Videography Business Blueprint Series Topics discussed: Understanding your schedule Finding clients...
08.14.2019
Make more MONEY by not taking things personally!
It's a fact that we sometimes get upset and take things personally. This is counterproductive to your business. In this episode, Henry Finn shows how to overcome this as soon as possible! Topics discussed: Are your clients deliberately trying...
08.05.2019
The 100 Dollar Challenge
Hellooooooooo!!!! This episode is a very special announcement.. the hundred dollar challenge! I am releasing pre-sales on my new course, which is the ultimate videography business blueprint. You can see it at www.videographybusinessblueprint.com The deal is over...
07.17.2019
How to deal with SCOPE CREEP and make more money
Everybody experiences scope creep at some point in their career. What is it, and how do you manage it? In this episode, Henry explains this phenomenon in the context of videography and provides actionable strategies to avoid it. Topics discussed:...
06.24.2019
How to hire a RELIABLE editor on a budget
It's no secret that editing is time consuming. You want to hand off the editing to free up your time, but your projects are low budget. What can you do?! In this episode, Henry Finn talks about hiring and managing...
06.07.2019
How to access HIGH END clients
Are you ready to take on high end clients and big productions? Are you sure? In this episode, Henry Finn discusses the reality of working with big brand clients/agencies and also details actionable steps toward accessing these clients. Topics discussed:...
05.22.2019
How to increase your rates with EXISTING clients
It's cheaper to get an existing client to pay more than it is to get a new client. In this episode, Henry Finn shares some golden tips to maximise your existing client relationships. Topics discussed: Psychology of client management...
05.15.2019
It's not how much you MAKE, it's how much you KEEP
Many people focus on that big dollar figure when undertaking a videography gig. But how much of it do you really get to keep? In this episode, Henry Finn discusses the importance of focusing on the profit margin rather than...
05.07.2019
What is Feast and Famine and how to avoid it
There are highs and lows in freelance work, no matter what level you're at in your business. In this episode, Henry Finn shares some key points for managing the lows and shares his personal experiences and current goals. Topics discussed:...

What's Videography Academy about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Videography Academy episodes:

Ryan Snaadt Interview

How to manage a Youtube Channel and Videograph Business with Marcos Rocha

The $100 challenge is back!!! (and other announcements)

The $100 challenge is BACK!!! and other announcements

How to build momentum for success

Marketing 101 Part 1 (What is Marketing)

Marketing 101 Part 2 (Mastering your landscape)

Marketing 101 Part 3 (Marketing Channels)

Michael Gebben Interview

5 Money Mistakes you are making (part 1)

Where there is a will there is a way

International Videography Association is Here

COVID Proof your business MASTERCLASS SESSION

The ONLY solution to win in the new unreality

The 5 True Costs of COVID

Restaurant Case Study pt1

COVID State of the Union and 3 ways to evolve your business

How the Economic Depression Works

How to survive the Corona Virus

Case Study: How to save yourself from losing a client

What's up with value based pricing

5 Reasons you aren't getting more clients

VA Podcast When to tell people off

George Edmondson Returns!

How to master your inner dialogue for success

Black Friday Cyber Monday Announcement

Understanding Production Insurance with Luke Gelineau of insuredproduction.com

How to stay on track of your goals

Special announcement

When to work for free (and how not to get screwed over)

The importance of reflecting on your work as you travel

The difference between a videographer and commercial producer

A very special thank you

How to start a videography business for 100 or less

How I went from wedding videographer to million dollar commercial producer part 2

How I went from wedding videographer to million dollar commercial producer part 1

How to think about thinking and a very special announcement from Henry Finn

How to Treat the People that you work with

How to push yourself for business success

Day in the Life of a Commercial Production Owner

What Would I Do If I Were To Start My Videography Business All Over Again

How to Start a Videography Business While Holding Down a Full-time Job

Make more MONEY by not taking things personally!

The 100 Dollar Challenge

How to deal with SCOPE CREEP and make more money

How to hire a RELIABLE editor on a budget

How to access HIGH END clients

How to increase your rates with EXISTING clients

It's not how much you MAKE, it's how much you KEEP

What is Feast and Famine and how to avoid it